T-Works have introduced a LCD screen protector for the new Muchmore Hybrid Touch Duo charger. The crystal clear protector will prevent the screen from becoming scratched while also making for easier cleaning thanks to the included cleaning cloth.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
Tamiya are step by step uncovering their forthcoming TA07MS 4WD touring car. Following a first teaser the Japanese company has unveiled a rendering that shows more details of the single belt competition touring car that looks to combine design aspects – read: the suspension and bulkhead design – of the TRF419 series with a vertical top deck spanning from the front to the rear bulkhead, and a single belt that connects the front spool and rear gear differential. A prototype of the car was used by TRF’s Kiyokazu Suzuki at the recent JMRCA Touring Car Nationals with Kiyokazu eventually finishing on a promising 11th overall position.
Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]
Coming from Motiv is their new MC8 electric brushless motor for 1/8th scale applications. Of a 4-pole rotor and 12-slot stator design the 1950kV motor is ideal for both indoor and outdoor use and it features sensored operation, dual precision ball bearings as well as adjustable timing. The ROAR-compliant MC8 is 74mm long, has a 40mm diameter and it is available from now on.
Source: Motiv [motivrc.com]
Reds Racing have introduced their new WR7 2.0 7-port nitro off-road engine. It is a 7 special porting extreme power engine based on the WR7 Diamond edition and the power plant comes with the same sleeve and piston, crankshaft, crankcase, etc. as the first generation of the WR7, in order to keep its power characteristics unchanged. However, Reds Racing decided to update the previous version with improved idle stability and tuning options thanks to a new 3-needle setting carburettor, an improved mid to top range power curve and feeling thanks to a special low speed needle and mid range spray bar as well as an improved cooling system specifically developed to widen the operating range so that the engine can work well in extremely hot conditions. Furthermore, the new cooling system has been created to guarantee a more consistent tuning in every track condition. The engine is available with a DLC coated or with standard steel crankshaft and also as pre-broken-in and Racy Ready by EB variants.
Coming from HPI Racing is their new 1968 Chevrolet Camaro body shell, an updated version of the previous lid. The body is of a new multi-piece design with additional rear wing and it was developed for the use with 190mm and 200mm touring cars and offset VTA rims. Included with the body, that is made of high-quality polycarbonate, come photorealistic vinyl decals foe the window frames, headlights, grille, tail lights and more.
Coming from VSR Products and made for the TLR 22 series of 2WD buggies is a 1mm front pivot shim. The part allows to get the latest SLRC super low roll center setup straight from the TLR factory team without having to glue washers and axle shims. The 1mm shim is simply added to the stock 2mm front pivot shim to get 3mm of spacing. The super low roll center makes the car more forgiving especially in high grip conditions while also greatly reducing traction rolling.
Coming from ProStar R/C and made for TLR’s 22-4 series of 1/10th scale 4WD buggies is a Kevlar shock tower kit. Made to replace the standard composite shock towers the set includes a rear glass-reinforced nylon bulkhead as well as 4mm Kevlar front and rear shock towers. Using the items will lower the overall weight and centre of gravity while making for improved stability. The towers are available in several colours including custom tones and they fit both the 22-4 and 22-4 2.0.
Source: ProStar R/C [prostarrc.com]
Corally have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming SSX-8X 1/8th scale electric pan car kit. Designed for the damper-less 1/8th electric Stock classes the kit builds on the SSX-8 with several updates making the car faster and better handling in a variety of track conditions. The kit is set for a release at the beginning of August and full information should become available soon.
Source: Corally [corally.com]
