Xray have revealed the 2017 version of their RX8 1/8th nitro on-road kit. It features some subtle changes compared to last year’s car, one of which is the updated aluminium chassis that sports repositioned engine mounting holes for easier gear mesh adjustment while also incorporating milled sections for additional carbon fibre stiffeners and add-on weights.
Coming from Xray are optional front anti-roll bar wires for the X1’17 formula car. To the standard 1.2mm variant now also add a softer 1.1mm as well as harder 1.3mm and 1.4mm wires that help to fine-tune the car’s roll characteristics for a range of surface conditions. All are made from high-quality spring steel and they sport laser-engraved markings for easy identification.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Modelix Racing have introduced the Ultimate Racing M3T .21 nitro off-road engine. Based off of the O.S. B2102 square stroke engine, Ultimate’s latest power plant will offer exceptional and very linear power over the whole RPM range. The engine comes with a redesigned cooling head that is slightly higher compared to the B2102’s but its lighter weight will still keep the overall centre of gravity low. Also part of the updated package is a new carburettor with a redesigned high speed needle for optimised fuel flow, more stable idling, improved mileage and increased overall performance. Another area of improvement is the harder 7075-T6 aluminium backplate that reduced internal friction while improving conrod durability. Other features include a balanced and silicone-filled crankshaft, Japanese-made high-precision front and ceramic rear ball bearings, 6.0mm and 6.5mm venturi inserts and a 3-port sleeve and piston made from high-strength aluminium.
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Exotek have announced the release of two new option parts for the Xray XB2 platform in the form of a LiPo cups and plate set as well as the steel axle Puck conversion. Starting with the LiPo battery mounting set, the kit makes for an ultra adjustable and quick weight tuning battery tray for all XB2s with laydown gearbox. With the included link brace, the water fall is removed on the buggy so that drivers are able to mount the battery even further back. The battery sitting back and the added rear flex created by the new link opens up the XB2 laydown to perform even better on dirt tracks without the need to add a lot of weight. Thanks to the design it is also possible to quickly fine-tune the weight bias by shifting the battery forth and back without changing the link length as all changes are handles by the side LiPo adjustment cups. The kit includes all needed hardware including alloy posts, ball ends, a titanium turnbuckle and hardware.
Xtreme Aerodynamics have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming R18 Strong 1/8th on-road bodyshell. Sharing many features with the proven R18 platform the new variant will feature an updated front end and nose design with two additional ribs that direct towards the cab to increase the strength of the nose section for improved downforce and stability. More images and full details will become available in time for the release.
Source: Xtreme Aerodynamics [xtremeaerodynamics.com]
Coming from RPM and made for Traxxas’ 2WD series of trucks such as the Slash 2WD, Nitro Slash, the e-Rustler and e-Stampede are blue colour front bearing carriers, C-hubs and rear hubs. All are made using RPM’s renown nylon material for durability while the front bearing carriers also take larger 5x11mm bearings over the stock 8x5mm units.
Xray have introduced two new aluminium chassis plates for the X1’17 formula cars. First up is the aluminium flex chassis for medium to high-bite tracks. The plate is machined from 2mm aluminium and it features additional cut outs under the battery compartment for increased torsional flex, helping with traction and steering in medium-bite conditions. The chassis comes black anodised and decorated with laser-etched markings.
New from Hudy is the ultra thick 2 Million cSt silicone differential fluid. Laboratory tested and calibrated the fluid is the thickest in Hudy’s line yet, allowing to pretty much fully lock gear differentials of 1/10th electric and nitro touring cars. The oil comes in handy 50ml containers and it is available now.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
