January 24, 2017

HPI Savage XL Flux 1/8th electric monster truck

Coming from HPI Racing is the new Savage XL Flux 1/8th scale ready-to-run electric-powered monster truck. Building on the proven Savage truck backbone, the XL Flux features a long wheelbase 2.5mm aluminium TVP chassis, a sturdy all-metal 4WD drivetrain with super heavy-duty dogbones, quick release front and rear differentials, a long-travel suspension with multiple shock mounting positions as well as 17 wheel hex hubs. To this add a 2200kv brushless motor, a 6S LiPo-compatible speed controller and a 2.4GHz radio system. The kit is rounded out by grippy all-terrain tyres on chrome wheels and a pre-painted and pre-decorated pick-up truck body.

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January 24, 2017

Xray XT2 stadium truck wheels

Coming from Xray and made for the XT2 stadium truck are white Aerodisc wheels. Moulded using a flexible yet durable material the rims are a direct fit for the XT2 truck and they are usable with all current stadium truck tyres. Inner reinforcing ribs make for a sturdy construction and the 12mm rims, that comes as pairs, are also usable with other brand’s trucks.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


January 24, 2017

Capricorn TE-03 progressive shock springs

Capricorn have announced the release of progressive shock springs for the TE-03 electric touring car. Made for the kit’s big bore shock absorbers the springs increase in hardness during compression, making for improved steering without compromising mid-corner rotation. The black-colour springs come in sets of two.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]


January 24, 2017

Bittydesign M410 touring car body – Teaser images

Italian company Bittydesign have released more images of their forthcoming M410 bodyshell for 190mm touring cars. It is understand that the body was designed to be the weapon of choice for asphalt and carpet, fast and technical tracks and it will be officially unveiled on Friday the 3rd of February.

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January 24, 2017

HRC Racing Basic tyre warmer set

Coming from HRC Racing is the Basic tyre warmer set. A budget-friendly solution the set includes four tyre warmers that can be fastened using hook and look straps, making them usable for 1/10th and 1/12th on-road tyres alike and it utilises a simple control unit that is powered by 7.2V to 14V DC power sources. The temperature can be set in a range of 30°C to 80°C using a dial knob on the control unit and the set is available now.

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January 24, 2017

Muchmore Fleta ZX V2 Super Smooth rotor

Muchmore have the new V2 Super Smooth rotor for the Fleta ZX range of brushless motors available. The rotor measures 12.0×7.25×25.3mm and it will allow for smooth power characteristics and braking, making it ideal for large tracks. The rotor comes marked for easy identification and it fits all 540-size Fleta ZX motors.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]


January 24, 2017

Team Associated Factory Team TC ride height gauge

Team Associated have introduced their new Factory Team touring car ride height gauge. It measures steps from 3.0mm to 6.0mm in 0.2mm increments, with a half-step between 6.0 to 7.0, allowing to set ride height with finer tuning adjustments, making it ideal for 1/10th touring cars and 1/12th pan cars. The gauge is machined from high-quality aluminium, it comes blue anodised and with easy-to-read laser-etched markings.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]


January 24, 2017

T-Works BD8 alloy motor & floating servo mount set

T-Works have released the aluminium motor mount and floating servo mount set for the Yokomo BD8 touring car. The assembly consists of the floating servo mount and steering set, the motor mount and also a carbon fibre centre stiffener with all parts also being available separately and as convenient combo set. Using the parts on their own or in combination allows to widely adjust the chassis flex by using the standard – chassis mounted – steering or a floating steering arm setup, the carbon fibre chassis brace allows to take influence in the centre flexibility while the rear motor mount is understood to also allow for chassis flex adjustments while offering a motor fan mount for 30mm and 40mm units. The stubby mount directly attaches to the motor bulkhead and thus does not disturb natural chassis flex. All parts include suitable mounting hardware in the form of gold-anodised screws.

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