Coming from PPM RC Racing are the RC-Cox aluminium zero degree rear C-hubs for the Xray T4’18 and ’17 touring cars. The hubs were designed for the use with Xray’s ARS reactive rear suspension system where they replace the standard composite hubs with stronger and less flexible alloy items. The RC-Cox hubs are machined from 7075 aluminium, they come black anodised and including suitable bushings and shims.
Source: PPM RC Racing [ppm-rcracing.com]
Coming from Muchmore is the new Impact Max-Punch FD3 8200mAh 2S LiPo battery pack for Stock class racing. Built from highest quality 120C cells the battery offers a very low internal resistance for maximum voltage output which is beneficial especially for blinky zero timing stock class racing. The 7.4V pack measures 138×46.5×24.8mm, it weighs in at 323g and utilises standard 4mm bullet-type tube connectors.
Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]
Race Opt have introduced a limited edition chassis conversion kit for the MTS T2 electric touring car. The set included a new carbon fibre lower deck, a new 1-piece upper deck, as well as updated front and rear bulkheads and bulkhead covers for easier belt tension and diff height adjustment. Also included are improved anti-roll bar mounts for reduced play, an updated inner servo mount that allows for proper LiPo battery spacing, a single piece motor mount with chassis flex adjustment and last but not last a centre carbon fibre brace to adjust pitch flex.
T-Works have released a new stainless steel front chassis protector for the HB Racing D817 and D817 Ver.2 off-road buggies. The set includes two precision-cut front skid plates that are a direct fit and made to protect the front end of the chassis from becoming excessively scratched or damaged on abrasive surfaces.
Xray’s own Martin Hudy has shared the image of a prototype RX8E 1/8th electric on-road car on social media. The car is based off of the nitro-propelled RX8 and seems to use a drop fit electric conversion consisting of an updated radio tray assembly that takes two 2S shorty LiPo batteries and the speed controller while the motor mount houses an 1/8th-class motor with incorporated fan mount. We bring you more information on the subject as it surfaces.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
European X-Grip distributors Mikimodel have introduced a new balance harness for 2S LiPo batteries. The pre-wired charge cable uses a protective sleeve to bundle the wires, it comes pre-soldered with industry-standard bullet-type connectors, a 2mm balance plug and XH balancer port.
Source: Mikimodel [mikimodel.net]
Coming from Answer RC and made for HB Racing’s D8 series of buggies, such as the D817, D815 and D812, are carbon fibre arm stiffeners. The purpose of the carbon arm covers is to stiffen the arm and give a less flexible suspension set up and reduce traction a little. Ideal in high grip situations or to tune the handling of the car. These UK-made items vary in several ways to the standard HB items and Answer RC’s other own brand items in so far as they do not use countersunk holes for the securing screws giving a two fold benefit. No countersunk gives a stronger securing surface and by virtue of not being countersunk they are now not sided so that they can be flipped and used either side meaning if drivers have a tendency to damage one side they don’t end up with a collection of carbon covers for the alternate side. Another problem faced by some users is that the stock 2.5mm screws can pull out from the arm over time. Included with each set are 10 x 3.0mm screws as well as the 2.5mm screws which allow re-use of the arm even when the screw threads have become damaged in the arm. Also included is a 2.5mm drill bit which is ideal for opening the stock hole up if going straight to 3.0mm screw fitment. The arm covers are available separately for the front or the rear of the buggy.
View the rear arm stiffeners here
Following extensive testing and several teasers, Serpent have officially announced the release of their new Project 4X Evo 1/10th 4WD electric touring car kit. The car makes use of the proven 4X platform but features several updates and improvements to further improve durability, performance and ease of maintenance. On the chassis side of things the Evo variant comes with a vertical top deck for less tweak issues, the chassis received an update to make for better flex characteristics and the new motor mount offers improved flex control. The suspension compartment features bigger heave dampers that hold more oil and utilise larger springs while fixed length moulded pull rods make setup more precise and convenient. New to the Evo are also lower mounting positions foe the RRS links, updated front and rear brackets improve durability, a blade-less front spool makes for better performance as do improved centre shaft holders. Last but not least come an updated steering system for a more linear feel, as well as new front and rear bumpers for easier access and improved performance. The kit will hit stores by end of March.
