Team Shepherd have introduced the latest optional part for the Velox V8. The CNC-machined rear aluminium driveshafts are more than 50% lighter than the standard ones and help to increase the acceleration due to less rotating mass in the drive train. Manufactured from premium German 7075 T6 aluminium they are hard coated for extra durability and wear resistance and are available now.
Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]
Associated have released some new parts for their 1/8th range of cars starting with this optional gear set. This new ring and pinion gear set provides an optional gear ratio that smooths out power delivery of both 1:8 gas and electric vehicles. Each vehicle type requires two sets and the new final drive ratio introduced by the optional gear set requires a change in your gearing. Also to simplify and streamline the kit-building process, Team Associated’s new universal differential outdrive is designed to replace previous outdrives for the RC8 and SC8 line of vehicles. Suitable for RC8, RC8.2, RC8.2e, RC8T, SC8 and SC8.2e kits and RTRs.
ORCA have announced their first competition level 1/12 (1S) On-Road ESC. Introducing the VX1, it is dedicated to the 1 cell market and is based on the successful VX ESC. Launching the VX1 with ORCA’s new Ver3.0 software makes this On-Road ESC one of the most linear while delivering exceptional power. Giving the on-road driver the same adjustability and feel that 2S drivers have been enjoying for so many years, bringing 1S racing to a new level.
Source: ORCA [orcarc.com]
VBC Racing have released a number of new optional parts for their Wildfire touring car under the VBC Dynamics name. First up is a two-piece joint drive which features one of the widest turning angles in the market. Made with heavy duty hardened steel that can withstand heavy impact and offer precise steering, this two-piece joint drive works seamlessly with their included newly designed composite C-Hub. Also new is 3.5mm shaft end shoes made from a special self lubricating material. These low friction shoe shaft end provide a smoother and higher performance on the drivetrain.
Bittydesign have released the new Force body for the Xray XB9 buggy. Recently shown at the Euros in Austria, the new body is a real good alternative to the existing stock body. Italian Xray Factory driver Alessandro Stocco used the new body during qualifying at the Euros and his impressions were really good saying the car had more steering in low speed corners but at same time was more stable on high speed turns compared to the standard body. The big fin on the roof and the rear engine ‘reverse scoop’ section complete the look of this new cab forward body. Made from high quality 1mm thick Lexan polycarbonate, it is sold with window masks, decal sheet and protective film.
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Kyosho introduce the Mini-Z Bike Ducati Desmosedici GP11. The 1/18th scale bike with brushless motor, gyro and a length of 118mm resembles Valentino Rossi’s Moto GP bike and now that he will leave the Italian manufacture by the end of the season the Kyosho replica will sure be a piece of history. The bike comes with a 2.4GHz transmitter 3.7V 120mAh LiPo battery, charger and tools.
Source: Kyosho [kyosho.de]
Shepherd are happy to announce the latest update for the Velox V10 ‘twelve’ in the form of the EC 2012 upgrade kit. Included in the set are a symmetrical chassis plate for optimized flex and handling characteristics, a narrow radio plate that lets the fuel tank move some 6mm towards the rear, an updated radio plate and engine mount as well as a new battery mount for standard 5-cell battery packs. The kits parts are also available separately from next week on.
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KO Propo introduce the left hand grip unit for the EX-1 KIY radio. The left handed grip unit will now allow lefty’s to build their own KIY system. The same features offered in the right handed version are also offered in the left handed version, like 3D trigger and movement of the trigger position to accommodate your hand size. Also available are standard and large size grips in grey or green colour.
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