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May 13, 2011

Shepherd tool bag & complete set

Seen during our coverage from this year’s Toy Fair, Shepherd have releases their all new Shepherd tool bag. Available as a single tool bag or as a complete set filled with 15 of the most needed high quality Shepherd tools, which include some new items like allen ball wrenches, socket drivers and screw drivers. Equipped with various elastic loops the 26x21x4ccm bag can store up to 16 tools at once. The bag is made of high quality, long wearing, carbon looking material and sports the Shepherd Logo which is embroidered on the front and back side. All tools are manufactured from the finest material available for increased strength and durability, the blue anodized handle is CNC-machined from high quality aluminium and features a diamond pattern for optimized grip. For easy identification the handles are marked with grooves according to the size of the tip and all tips are manufactured from a special hardened steel.

View the list of tools included in the complete set

May 13, 2011

Xray RX8 middle shaft holder & optional belts

Xray have released this aluminium front middle shaft holder for the RX8, which includes and lightweight aluminium collar – short, composite bushings and 6×13 high-speed ball-bearings. The lightened locating collar is made from tough 7076 T6 aluminium, while composite bushings secure ball-bearings in both sides of the hub carrier allowing perfect fitment and smooth operation to ultimately impart much higher lifetime compared to bearings installed directly into aluminium. The ultra-strong construction of the premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum front middle shaft holder provides very long life and durability. Xray have also released a complete line of high-performance kevlar reinforced optional belts for the RX8.

View the new belts here

May 13, 2011

STRC SC10 option parts

ST Racing Concepts have released some new option parts for the popular Associated SC10 that feature precision CNC machined high-quality aluminium material for the best fit and tightest-tolerance. The steering bell cranks has been a common weak spot on the SC10, T4 and B4 and their new aluminium multi-piece steering bellcrank set greatly increases the durability and take out any flex in the kit plastic bell crank system providing a more precise steering feel. New aluminium heat sink finned motor plate helps dissipate heat from the motor and also adds great looks to your Associated off-road vehicles. STRC have also released upper shock mount bushings, servo mounts, front hinge pin brace as well as the gun metal only battery brace. All other parts are available in anodized blue, gun metal, red and silver.

View the other parts here

May 13, 2011

Yokomo 2wd buggy prototype

Seen at this year’s Shizuoka Hobby Show in Japan that is taking place this week, is the new prototype Yokomo 2wd buggy. Currently just made from prototyping material there was little details available so we contacted Yokomo who told us that the car’s design is not yet finalized and that it will not be ready for this year’s Worlds. Their team drivers will once again run the B4.1 in 2wd.

Image: Tresrey [tresrey.com]

May 12, 2011

Thunder Power RC sign World Champion Marc Rheinard

Thunder Power RC have announced the signing of 3-time World and multi-time European Champion driver Marc Rheinard of Germany. Known as one of the world’s best on-road touring car racers, Marc will bring over 15 years of RC racing experience to the Thunder Power RC Team. Marc has signed a multi-year agreement to represent Thunder Power RC by using, supporting and promoting products at races world-wide. He had this to say:

I am looking forward to using Thunder Power RC batteries. I have seen firsthand how the products have performed in the RC racing circuit over the past couple of years. Thunder Power RC continues to advance LiPo batteries and technology for the RC industry, I am excited to be a part of these advancements and the team.

Marc will represent the TPRC Team at all major International and US electric/LiPo events and Marc’s touring car will hit the pavement for the first time as part of the team at the 2011 Reedy Race of Champions.

Source: Thunder Power RC [thunderpowerrc.com]

May 12, 2011

O’Donnell Racing Fuel sign up Wheeler, Phillips & Vega

O’Donnell Racing Fuel is on the move and has made their already impressive team roster even more so with the recent signing of super-fast Josh Wheeler. Wheeler brings countless years of experience to the team and will have invaluable feedback for the O’Donnell Racing Fuel R&D department. When asked about the signing, Josh had this to say.

It is totally cool to be back on the team at O’Donnell Racing Fuel. What they have done with the new Speed Blend fuel is just like they say…a true game changer. The performance of this fuel gives me the confidence to go out there and know I can run a ten-minute qualifier with ease.

In addition to adding Wheeler to the U.S. roster, O’Donnell Racing Fuel has also signed one of the East Coast’s fastest drivers, Chad Phillips. Chad brings a ton of knowledge to the table and will be putting the Speed Blend Fuel on the podium all across the East Coast. O’Donnell Racing Fuel has also started the establishment of an international racing team with the signing of Daniel Vega. Daniel, who will be racing out of the Ebremodel Import Team in Spain, plans to run Speed Blend fuel at all major European events this year.

Source: O’Donnell [odonnellracingfuel.com]

May 12, 2011

Schumacher Mi4 gear diff

Schumacher have announced a new gear diff for the Mi4 range of cars. Made by World Champion gear diff suppliers Spec R this will fit directly into the Mi4CX but will also fit older cars with blade style drive shafts, such as the Mi3, Mi3.5, Mi4, and Mi4LP. So far in testing their drivers have been using Schumacher 70wt – 100wt shock oil in the diff for best results. Very little maintenance is required compared to regular ball diff under high load conditions with modern powerful brushless systems.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

May 12, 2011

Xray XB808 5° aluminium steering blocks

Xray have released new aluminium steering blocks with 5° kingpin for the XB808. CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, they are then hard coated for extra durability and long life. The new 5 degrees of inclination increases in-corner steering and is recommended for technical tracks where in corner steering is needed. These new steering blocks are 1mm narrower which also helps increase the steering. Using the standard wheel hexes the offset is -1mm compared to old steering blocks with standard wheel hexes. Ultra-strong construction provides very long life and durability in even the most extreme racing conditions. Includes composite bushings to secure ball-bearings in both sides of the steering block, allowing perfect fitment and smooth operation to ultimately impart much higher lifetime compared to bearings installed directly into aluminium steering blocks.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]