The first photos of the new Mugen MRX-5 have been leaked onto the internet. Nothing unusual to be seen in the photographs, looking just like a production version of the CAD images we brought you back in February. With the car seemingly ready, or at least close to final, we could see the car hitting the market in the next weeks.
View another image of the car here
New from Team Titan is this Blitz MBX6 body shell. Featuring more front downforce than the original body, it gives less air time for quicker jumps. Extra space around the rear also gives better engine cooling. Made from high quality 1.0mm or 1.5mm thick polycarbonate with a protective film on the outside, it is supplied with high quality windows masks and decals. Also new from Team Titan is their new big diameter 84mm buggy wheel. Designed to fit the most popular 1/8th off road racing tires from the U.S. it is made from lightweight and high impact resistant nylon and is available in white and fluorescent yellow.
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DnM Tech have released a new engine mount to fit the Xray NT1. Released in both aluminium and brass, the aluminum matrial is made with aero space quality 7075 alloy and anodized in either blue or purple. The brass engine weighs in at 55 grams, and helps keep the weight distribution as low as possible. In addition, the extra engine mount holes makes it possible to fit in the Mugen MTX4, Kyosho RRR and Shepherd V10.
Source: DNM Tech [dnm-tech.com]
New from Hudy is this simple and unique body gauge for checking electric touring body and wing sizes for IFMAR, ROAR, FEMCA and EFRA rules. Measures track-width, body height, rear body clearance, wing side dams, and wing angle. A must have for tracks & clubs and serious racers.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
We reported previously on RPM’s new rear bearing carriers for the HPI Blitz and Firestorm lines of vehicles that incorporated 5x11mm bearings, improving durability and performance significantly. That same bearing size is now available for the front end of those same vehicles, with their new in-line steering blocks incorporating a 5x11mm bearing, which has nearly twice the dynamic load rating as the stock 5x10mm bearing, making a strong truck nearly bulletproof. These blocks incorporate all stock geometry for a perfect fit and are molded from the company’s ultra durable blend of nylons for a significant improvement in durability and strength as well.
Source: RPM [rpmrcproducts.com]
The Etronix line of products has further expanded with the addition of the Pulse line of r/c radio systems. These 2.4ghz systems are available in standard 2-channel or digital multi-function 3-channel making them the ideal choice for for car and boat enthusiasts. And with some attractive pricing to boot they are sure to be popular with modellers running on a budget. Available in pistol or stick radio versions.
View more details on the radios here
Now available from Core RC are these precision CNC machined gears for Xray touring cars and ‘diff’ spurs for Pan/GT Cars. The Xray spurs are available in 76T & 78T in 48P and 72T to 116T, in 2 tooth increments, in 64P. The CNC Precision pan car ‘diff’ spurs are available in 64dp and also in the most popular sizes. Also from Core RC is this easy charging adaptor to suit TRX type plugs. Simply plug the charger output lead into the blade type connector from the charger and then into the TRX connector.
More new option parts from Capricorn for their LAB-C01 200mm chassis. The new front and rear carbon fibre shock towers offer new wider shock hole positions giving you a wider range of set up options to help you fine tune your car to any track conditions.
View the rear shock tower here
