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February 4, 2019

Tamiya M-07R chassis kit

Tamiya have released first details of their forthcoming M-07R M-chassis kit. The vehicle is based on the proven M-07 Concept and will include several performance-enhancing option parts such as the high-traction lower deck, TRF shock absorbers, reinforced suspension parts, 33mm double joint driveshafts, clamp-type aluminium wheel hex adapters, alloy gear diff outdrives, a Ti-coated suspension shaft set as well as a hard-coated pinion gear. The kit will hit stores by end of March.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

February 4, 2019

Yeah Racing M17 transmitter bag

Yeah Racing have introduced a dedicated transmitter bag for the Sanwa M17 radio. Made from lightweight high-quality materials the bag is designed to offer a high level of protection and it is made of lightweight nylon materials which are rigid enough to prevent the transmitter from being crushed. The inside is equipped with a pre-cut foam that fits the M17’s unique shape like a glove.

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February 4, 2019

Team Zombie Hollow Evolution motor cooling system

Team Zombie have introduced their new Hollow Evolution motor cooling system. The 40mm motor cooling fan features a dedicated duct-type housing that is part of the whole fan assembly, rather than just a computer-type can sitting in an additional case. The result are 12g of static pressure and thus exceptional cooling performance thanks to the optimised airflow design. The 6V to 8.7V compatible and dual ball-raced fan uses an injector-moulded case, it weighs in at 18.5g and complies with the latest Australian RCRA rules.

Source: Team Zombie [team-zombie.com]

February 4, 2019

T-Works roll out first MP10 option parts

T-Works have released first option parts for Kyosho’s all-new MP10 1/8th off-road buggy. The range includes a 26-piece hard-coated aluminium pivot ball set, a titanium turnbuckle set as well as two screw kits, a 149-piece titanium UFO head set as well as a 160-piece gold-plated steel screw set. The pivot ball will greatly reduce the overall weight and unsprung mass of the suspension while the titanium items will scrub weight and add corrosion resistance. The gold-plated screw set will do nothing in terms of weight but add a lot of visual impact. Last but not least is a 10-piece set of stainless steel 0.1mm and 0.5mm thin 4.5x10mm shims that can be used to reduce axial play in various places.

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February 3, 2019

Matt Chambers joins SWorkz factory team

SWorkz have announced the addition of Matt Chambers to their factory team trough to 2020. The multi-time ROAR National A-main finisher will campaign SWorkz’s 1/8th and 1/10th off-road platforms at major races across the country and he has the following to say:

I believe SWorkz has the vision and infrastructure to become the top brand for radio control model cars and I believe they are well on their way to achieving that goal. When presented with the opportunity to race for the SWorkz team , I jumped at the opportunity! I would like to personally thank Max Sonnleitner, Georg Horninger, and Scott Yang!

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

February 1, 2019

Capricorn LAB TE04 2.0mm & 1.6mm upper decks

Coming from Capricorn and made for their LAB TE04 touring car are two new top decks. The narrow design carbon fibre upper decks are available in a thicker 2.0mm and thinner 1.6mm variant to increase torsional flex and thus corner speed when running the optional aluminium chassis. The top decks also help to fine-tune the car’s overall stiffness when running the carbon fibre chassis low to medium-bite conditions.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

February 1, 2019

Jan Ratheisky joins Sunpadow factory team

Sunpadow has announced the signing of German top driver Jan Ratheisky. The Formula World Cup, multiple EFRA Stock and Formula European as well as multiple ETS Stock and Formula champion will be part of Sunpadow’s factory team, running the company’s competition LiPo battery packs while helping with research and development. Jan has the following to say:

Sunpadow LiPo batteries are great, I’m honored to join their racing team. I believe the power system powered by Sunpadow will help me to perform better in the coming races.

Source: Sunpadow [sunpadow.com]

February 1, 2019

SWorkz pipe spring lock

Coming from SWorkz is a nitro exhaust pipe spring lock that prevents the exhaust from coming loose. The machined aluminium part adds security and a piece of mind when running in long mains or bumpy track conditions as it can prevent the exhaust pipe from rattling loose. The spring lock is usable with most nitro off-road and on-road kits.

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