Protoform have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming new Corvette ZR 1 body shell. Expected to be a tailor fit for 1/10th 190mm touring cars the body will add to Protoform’s already existing Corvette C7.R body. More information are expected to surface soon.
Source: Protoform [racepf.com]
Coming from Reds Racing’s X-One series of 1-piece pipe and manifold exhausts is the new EFRA 2113 Smooth system. The innovative design does away with the need to connect the pipe and manifold using springs as both parts come factory-welded for a proper fit, improved performance and less fuel consumption. Furthermore there is no need of using or replacing springs or gaskets for a better reliability and tuning stability. The EFRA 2113 pipe comes with the L manifold for high torque and top speed.
Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]
Coming from Horizon Hobby’s Force RC brand is the new Hammerjaw Rock Bouncer 1/10th scale ready-to-run trail buggy. Detailed to look like the real thing, the body, wheels, and tyres are host to a super tough anodised aluminium vertical-plane chassis for long-lasting dependability. Fully locked differentials, an adjustable wheelbase, and a 4×4 drivetrain make it possible to climb, bounce, laugh it off and keep having fun.The innovative hinged body makes access to everything easy, especially battery changes. Waterproof electronics, a 2.4GHz radio system, and powerful battery ensure lots of fun on and off the trails and the vehicle’s driveline has full ball-bearing support to deliver its awesome torque and power smoothly. The set includes everything that is needed to start immediately and the buggy will hit stores very soon.
View a list of the features and more images here
Trinity have introduced a neon pink limited edition end plate set for the Monster Max and Monster Horsepower motors. Included are the sensor and pinion side end plates as well as the sensor board cover plate all anodised in hot pink, making the motor stand out from the crowd.
Coming from ST Racing Concepts and made for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck are the new CNC machined brass front steering knuckle and inner portal drive housing as well as the rear inner portal drive housing. Having more weight towards the lower part of the scale crawler can help with stability and climbing capability of the vehicle and brass option parts with its combination of durability and heavier weight can help achieve this performance edge. STRC’s new brass front steering knuckle/inner portal drive housing and the rear inner portal drive housing both increase the weight and add a combine total of nearly 150g to the lower portion of the vehicle. Both come black treated for realistic look and durability.
View the rear inner portal drive housing here
Coming from BRP is a protective chassis decal set for the just released Tamiya TRF103 Formula 1 car. It uses the iconic Tamiya colours on the bottom of the chassis and while adding visual impact when upside down, the decal also gives protection to the chassis and power pod area. Included beside the chassis decal are also two rear pod stickers for the T-bar and side link setup and they come pre-cut and ready for use.
New from Flash Point R/C are 16mm shock bladder that are compatible with most major brands including Mugen Seiki, Kyosho, Xray, TLR, and Serpent. The volume compensators feature a reinforced web design that allow the bladder to hold their shape in the most extreme conditions. This will provide more consistent handling help improve the stability when landing large jumps.
Source: Flash Point R/C [flashpointrc.com]
Coming from Schelle Racing Innovations are the new outdrive savers for the TLR 22 SR buggy as well as a B6.1 Pro Built Pucks differential. As for the 22 SR aluminium outdrive savers, the parts were used by team driver Dakota Phend on his TLR 22 4.0 SR at the OCRC Stock Nationals and they are a custom fit to the SR outdrives to provide full coverage around the entire hub to massively increase durability. The parts machined from billet aluminium and weigh in at only 1.4g a pair.
