November 7, 2018

AKA P1 1/8th buggy tyre

AKA have released a first image of their new tyre for 1/8th buggies, the P1. AKA’s latest addition to the lineup slots in between the GridIron and the Impact. The target for the tyre was to achieve longer wear than the GridIron II while keeping a small pin to perform well in the dust. To achieve this the P1 has a more dense tread pattern than the Grid II by using a similar pin size and grouping them closer together. The result is a tyre that has more forward bite and life span than the GridIron II. Sidebite is good and allows the car to rotate well in the turns. The P1 also has a smoother off centre feel than the GridIron. The profile of the carcass is the same as the World Champion Double Down which will keep the car flatter in the turns and keep the transitions left to right smooth. The tyre will hit stores in February 2019.

Source: AKA [raceaka.com]


November 7, 2018

Ride DF 190mm touring car wing set

Coming from Ride is their new DF wing set for 190mm touring car body shells. Inspired by nature design the wings sport specially-shaped wave sections – as seen on dragonfly wings – to create downforce even at low air speeds. The set includes a type A wing for medium to high speed tracks and Modified classes, sporting a full-face wave section, while the type B wing was designed for low to medium speeds and Stock racing classes – the latter wing only utilises wave sections on the outer portions. Included in the set are four printed carbon fibre side plates and the wings are usable for most 190mm touring car body shells.

Source: Ride [rc-ride.co.jp]


November 7, 2018

HB Racing D418 aluminium rear hubs

HB Racing have introduced an optional aluminium rear hub set for D418 buggies. The new rear hubs feature a revised geometry that includes new camber link attachment points and vertical ball studs for fine camber link adjustments and precise roll center tuning. The set includes a pair of rear hubs that are precision machined from high-quality aluminium with a hard-anodised black finish for wear and looks.

Source: HB Racing [hbracing.com]


November 6, 2018

JConcepts motor & rotor storage box

JConcepts has reached into their bag of tricks to help racer organisation with the introduction of their new motor and rotor storage box. The box includes plenty of space for assembled motors, individually spaced rotors and a pocket for miscellaneous motor tuning items. The box has a small footprint which makes it ideal for short trips with minimal amounts of space. Inside the box is roomy enough for three assembled motors and cushioned with high-impact foam that allow the items to lay in a bed like a cradle during rest periods. At the other end, five areas can house rotors and the pocket at the end gives all-important extra storage. The foam insert material has a grabby feel and allows the user to manipulate to grab needed items. The custom built storage box, moulded black in colour has JConcepts.net logo for authenticity and built-in plastic latch for easy open and close operation.

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November 6, 2018

Team Associated 6.1 FT graphite motor plate

Team Associated have introduced their new B6.1 series Factory Team graphite motor plate that adds strength and rigidity with its 3mm thick material. The item also reduces the weight by 40 percent over the stock motor plate and it fits the laydown and layback gearboxes on the B6.1, B6.1D, T6.1, and SC6.1 kits.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]


November 6, 2018

Etronix PowerPal 3.0 AC/DC multi-charger

Coming from Etronix is the new PowerPal 3.0 AC/DC balance charger for LiXX, NiXX and Pb cells. It offers up to 10A of charge current, it is microprocessor-controlled and features precision Lithium cell balancing. Other features include cyclic charging and discharging for NiXX cells, a 2.1A USB charge socket, servo testing function and a DJI Phantom 2 and 3 battery charge programs. A dedicated LiHV charge mode rounds out the package.

Source: Etronix [etronix-rc.com]


November 6, 2018

Infinity 600cc fuel bottle

Infinity has added a branded fuel bottle to their line-up of accessories for nitro racing. The large capacity 600cc bottle is made from soft material for easy re-fuelling. The bottle features the Infinity logo engraved on the black finished aluminium nozzle.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]


November 6, 2018

BMT introduce updated 984 front & rear hubs

Coming from BMT and made for their 984 1/8th on-road kit are updated front and rear hubs. The steering knuckle is of a new 0 degree kin pin design, making the part usable on both the left and right side of the car while offering an optimised pivot ball seat for increased steering angle. Using the part will result in improved overall steering and a more neutral steering feeling. As for the rear hub, the updated part offers two additional positions for the eccentric insert, increasing the setup possibilities even more.

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