From Serpent, for the 1/8 Cobra 2.0 Buggy, comes this lightweight rear shock tower. Machined from 7075 T6 aluminium, with titanium grey anodizing and Serpent logo engraving it weighs in at only 35 grams. The tower features 6 roll center holes and 5 for shock angle adjustment.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
VBC Racing have introduced a number of new option parts for their WildFire touring car. First up are this lightweight CVD shafts made from 7075-T6 aluminium and hard treated. They are over 50% lighter than the standard steel axle and they come in a pair together with self lubricating 3.5mm shaft end shoes. Also part of the drivetrain are the new lightweight hardened steel gear diff axles which have been heavily machined for weight loss yet maintain their strength. The ‘EX Slide’ ceramic ball bearings set contain high quality red rubber seal ceramic bearings of 4pcs of 10x15x4mm, 8pcs of 5x10x4mm & 2pcs of 5x8x2.5mm. Friction is reduced to near zero, so your car acceleration and top speed will be even better. Finally their is new version 2 composite steering blocks.
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Reedy’s 350mAh 7.4V LiPo RX battery is perfect for use in 1S powered 1:12 and 1:10 pan cars that require a receiver battery, or in applications where the use of a receiver battery is advantageous. The battery features an integrated switch so that the car can be powered on and off conveniently. Thanks to a separate non-switched charging jack, the battery can remain plugged into the receiver during the charging process. A 350mAh capacity is good for a typical day’s worth of pan car racing. Start the day charged and run two qualifiers and a main event without having to worry about re-charging. Weighs in at 13 grams.
Source: Reedy [teamassociated.com]
Elangears have updated their Cronus power supply line up to include the 400S. This 400W unit features an output current of 30A and a fresh new look. The 400S also features an updated USB port outputting 5V at 1.5A, suitable for charging your iPad.
Source: Elangears [elangears.com]
Speedpassion have released their new F-68 1/10th scale Formula 1 body. The new F-68 body takes customization and tuning to a new level in the rapidly growing 1/10 scale F1 racing segment. Racers can mix and match the included 4 interchangeable nose profiles and 2 interchangeable rear fins to create their own personalized F1 car. Along with the different front nose profiles and rear fins, the body includes a driver’s helmet, double-sided tape, a decal set and assembly instructions. The F-68 body fits all popular 1/10th scale racing chassis on the market.
More new products for the RB6 with Exotek releasing this alloy shock post set for the Kyosho car. The secure threaded posts offer quick adjustments and are precision machined for perfect fit onto the shock caps. Includes rubber rings to keep the shocks in place and to protect the factory red finish. Fits a 7mm wrench, same as the wheel nuts.
Source: Exotek [exotekracing.com]
Kyosho RB5 and RB6 owners can now run the Avid Triad next-generation slipper clutch thanks to this new Kyosho top shaft. A direct replacement for the Kyosho main gear shaft for offset motor, the new shaft allows racers to run the Triad slipper clutch along with optional Triad spur gears 69, 72, 75, 76, 78, 81, 84, and 87. Perfect for stock racers limited by Kyosho spur gear selection. Precision CNC Machined in the USA, it is made from 7075 hard-anodized aluminium.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
More than a big brother to the VTX10 series, the VTX8 from Viper was designed from the ground up to handle all the large scale, high voltage and massive power demanded for 1/8 scale and 4wd Short Course racing. Able to handle batteries from 2s to 6s, 2 pole and 4 pole motors from 540 up to 1/8 size motors. A durable full aluminium waterproof construction helps to make the VTX8 strong enough to handle the rigors of large scale vehicles. Including a built in fan with carbon fiber bracing to ensure the VTX8 is ready to get you to the finish line.
