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February 23, 2009

Xray NT1 Lipo Battery Plate

Xray have released this LiPo tray for the NT1, which was designed to accommodate the lower weight of the LiPo receiver battery pack compared to standard NiMH receiver battery packs. CNC-machined from a single piece of solid brass, the tray is additionally black coated for protection and laser engraved with the Xray logo for authenticity. The slick, narrow design allows you to mount a lightweight LiPo receiver battery pack, and being made of solid brass, weight is brought to the lowest part of the car as well as to the car’s centre line. This makes for a more balanced car, as well as more stable and easier to drive through corners and over curbs. Traction rolling is reduced in high-traction conditions, and handling is improved in low-traction conditions.

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February 23, 2009

Much More Diff Master

Korean company Much More have released their diff master, a tool which helps you rebuild the ball differential on your touring car. These smart tools have two functions, the first is a diff ring holder, with a small magnet on one side, so the diff ring can be attached and held easily for sanding smooth again. The other side of the tool can be used as a diff stand, securely holding the ball diff and stabilizing it while you insert the small diff balls and it also has a pin or a small block to hold the diff nut or screw, so you can reassemble the ball diff very easily. Available in 3 different versions for 3 different cars, the blue version is suitable for the Tamiya TRF416 & TA05, the purple version for the HB Cyclone and the black version for the Xray T2’008 & 009.

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February 21, 2009

6MIK Large Diameter Fusion rim

French company 6MIK have announced the release of their new larger diameter Fusion rim. Its new size allows an optimized pattern to the tire’s shape, without changing its overall diameter, with the width and thickness having been chosen after many tests to find the best compromise between a great corner speed, driving comfort and precision. These very light wheels, only 34grams, still including gluing lips to guarantee the best gluing security and its genuine curved pattern allows a more comfortable driving feeling on bumpy tracks, with a unique look too.

Source: 6MIK [6mik-racing.com]

February 21, 2009

K-Factory Lightweight G4 Differentials

K-Factory have released this pair of lightweight differentials for the Team Magic G4. The differential cover is now hard coated lightweight aluminium and have been precision machined and lightened to reduce rotational mass, improving acceleration and deceleration. The bevel gears within the differential have also been redesigned to precise specifications creating an ultra smooth and efficient meshing. Finally K Factory has reduced tolerances during engineering to provide precision specifications and a perfect fit into the bulkheads, this improves the power delivery to the drive system without the losses of efficiency incurred by a loose or sloppy fit.

Source: K-Factory [kfactoryracing.com]

February 21, 2009

VRC Column – Promo site & Evolva M3

VRC has been spreading information about VRC PRO mainly through these columns which appear in leading r/c car magazines and websites. Middle of February VRC will launch its VRC PRO promotional site which will give you an insight in what is to be expected in VRC PRO, details to be announced on the official VRC website at www.virtualrc.com. We have stated before in these columns that VRC PRO will be a project continuously developing, new features will be made available on the fly with the integrated software updater keeping everybody’s VRC installations up to date. So don’t expect everything you will find on the VRC PRO promotional website to be available at the first launch. The main focus will be on nitro and electric on-road in 1:10 and 1:8 scale with off road and other classes to follow later.

February 21, 2009

Mugen release 2009 range of caps

Following on from the range of caps released last year, Mugen have announced the release of their 2009 range of team caps. Similar in layout to the 2008 hats, featuring the latest Mugen logo embroidered on the front, the new cap has a slightly different design and the colours are also different, coming now in navy, black and ivory. Available in 2 sizes for the different extremities of head sizes.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]

February 21, 2009

O’Donnell Z01-B Team Buggy LE 2-in-1 kit

Incorporating all the latest technology, the O’Donnell Z01-B Team Limited Edition kit offers modelers two kits in one – at no additional cost. Focusing on a completely new front end design with longer wheelbase and lighter weight materials, this Limited Edition kit features new front arms, caster blocks, steering knuckles and shock tower. Lightweight extended front wheel hubs and a redesigned carbon front fibre top plate are part of the package. A revised carbon fiber servo tray, Ackerman steering rack and lightweight large diameter 83mm x 43mm dish wheels are included. Add in a compact battery box with carbon fibre support plate and two lids (one for LiPo and one for NiMH), a compact receiver box and an extended wing mount for improved stability. The Z01-B Team Upgrade Kit will be packaged together (for a limited time) with the original Z01-B, giving modelers a choice of building options.

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February 20, 2009

Trinity Grand Prix Racing kit

Similar to the COT Racing Kit, Trinity are now offering those just looking to get into the hobby, or those individuals or Shops looking for a Spec Racing Class, the company’s popular 21.5 Duo BL motor and EP 4000 25C LiPo as a ‘Grand Prix Racing kit’ for only $109.99, a big reduction on the MSRP of $224.00. By giving those who are just looking to get into the hobby an affordable solution to get started, Trinity hope to make the hobby keep growing and growing. You can order these kits directly through Trinity or at your local Hobby Shop (prices may vary). This set will Fit all types of RC cars, On or Off-Road, as well as Most Rock Crawlers.

Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]