T-Works have introduced their new Hyspin ball bearing line. Currently available as 5x13x4mm ball races, the bearings feature both rubber and metal shields for very little natural friction, reduced overall drag and exceptional durability and they come as 10-piece or 2-piece packs.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
WellRC have introduced two new WellCut products that help to make preparing on-road body shells a lot easier. First up is the WellCut for 1/8th scale body shells, a system that helps to locate the body posts when prepping already painted body shells. Place the WellCuts over the front body posts with the magnets facing the rear of the car and secure them with two body clips. After using the WellCut template to cut out the rear of the car, set the body on the car and drop the front two outer magnets into place. The super strong magnets will immediately centre themselves. Use a fine tip black permanent marker to mark the centres of the magnets. Remove the body and cut the two holes with a body reamer and you’re set. Available in two sizes to fit 7 and 8mm diameter front posts.
Tonisport have introduced the new MR33 electronics and battery hard case bags. The electronics case holds up to four motors, three servos or receivers as well as a wired speed controller, allowing to have spares at hand if needed. A pre-cut inner foam ensures the precious items can be stored and carried securely. Also new is a LiPo hard case bag that takes up to six standard or shorty LiPo batteries. Pre-cut insert allow to adjust the overall compartment size to your liking, allowing to carry both standard and shorty packs. Both bags measure 22x17x6.5cm, they feature sturdy zippers and are decorated with the MR33 logo.
Xray’s all-new T4 2020 electric touring car kit hit stores this week and since the 2020 variant of the IFMAR World Championship winning T4 platform is a whole new design, Xray have stitched together an informative video featuring IFMAR World Champions Bruno Coelho and Alexander Hagberg who dig deep to explain the car’s main features.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Coming from Marc Rheinard’s MR33 brand are several new under battery weights that help to fine-tune the weight balance of 1/10th touring and off-road cars. The range includes a 28g 0.6mm weight for standard-length LiPos, a 20g 0.6mm shorty weight, as well as 50g 1.0mm, 75g 1.5mm and 100g 2.0mm weights for Yokomo’s YZ-2 range of off-road buggies. The latter three are available separately or in a convenient 3-piece set. Using the weights will help to optimise the chassis weight balance when using lightweight or low-profile batteries or when added weight is beneficial, such as running in high-bite or very bumpy track conditions. All weights are of a dark colour and they come laser-engraved for easy identification.
Following a series of teasers and insights on social media, Xray have finally introduced their all-new XB2 2020 2WD buggy kits. The popular buggy received a major make-over for the 2020 season with virtually no area being left untouched, be it the chassis, suspension or drivetrain. Two kits are available, the Carpet edition for high traction surfaces and the Dirt edition car for low grip conditions, with both sporting specific features in the drivetrain, suspension and weight balance area in order to maximise the cars’ performance in the given conditions. Both kits are already shipping and available from now on.
CML Distribution welcome 10-time Irish Champion, National A-finalist and world wide 1/8th off-road racer, Bradley Baird to the Team Associated 1/8th off-road team. Bradley will be on hand trackside at most major events and CML look forward to working with Bradley through 2020 and beyond.
Source: CML Distribution [cmldistribution.co.uk]
Aigoin Racing from France have introduced their new carbon fibre side guards for many of today’s 1/8th competition buggies. Moulded from high-quality carbon fibre the side guards are a direct replacement for the standard plastic or composite parts, offering greater rigidity, a low weight and overall improved looks. The side guards are available for the Xray XB8, Team Associated RC8 B3 and B3.1, Mugen MBX8 and MBX7, HB Racing D81x, TLR 8ight-X, and SWorkz S35-3 and S35e kits from now on and they include the required mounting hardware.
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