Coming from Xray and made for the XB2C carpet edition 1/10th 2WD buggy is a graphite composite 3-gear gearbox. The item is made from a lightweight graphite composite material, understood to be lighter than the standard material, and of a narrower design. Using the part will reduce chassis roll while increasing traction and it is a direct fit on the XB2C buggy.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Rickside Design Products from Japan have introduced new aluminium suspension balls and pivots for the Mugen MBX8 and MBX7 line of vehicles. First up is a complete set of six 7mm flanged hex balls, four 7mm balls, four 6mm hex balls as well as four 6mm shock end and four 6mm sway bar link balls. All are made of high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they come hard anodised for high wear resistance. Using the alloy balls will reduce the overall, and unsprung, weight of the MBX8 and MBX7 series vehicles and the different design balls are also available as separate sets for spares or repair.
Source: Rickside Design Products [ricksidedesign.com]
Coming soon from VBC Racing is the new FF18 FWD 1/10th touring car kit. The car features a belt-drive gearbox with a new 7075-T6 motor mount that can accommodate larger pinion gears while an updated 38T gear differential and gearbox design give a lowered internal gear ration. Newly designed front bulkheads allow for easier maintenance and the new steering system incorporates an adjustable steering angle stopper. Other features include TBBS-P progressive shock absorbers with diamond-trued internals for smoother shock action, a floating servo mount ensures equal left/right chassis flex characteristics and the car also uses new suspension mounts with inserts for easy suspension geometry changes. The kit, that adapts many design aspects of VBC Racing’s 4WD line, is rounded off by new rear bulkheads, new rear camber link mounts and carbon composite silver dot suspension plastics.
View a list of the features and more images here
PSM from Germany have introduced their innovative battery positioning system for the Team Associated F6 formula car. The multi-piece battery mount utilises carbon fibre side braces and adjustable carbon clamps that hold a 2S shorty battery pack securely in place while allowing to shift it forth or back in order to fine-tune the chassis’ weight balance. An O-ring makes for swift and easy battery changes and the whole assembly weighs in at only 10g.
Coming from Team Associated are the new Reedy Zappers SG Competition 4S 15.2V LiHV packs. The silicon graphene construction lowers internal resistance, increases voltage output, reduces operating temperatures, and improves cycle-life and the batteries are available in 4S 5200mAh low profile and 6400mAh high capacity versions. A high-quality, durable hardcase helps prevent damage while embedded socket connectors keep power-robbing resistance to a minimum. Male 5mm ESC connectors and a 4S balance lead are included.
View the high capacity pack here
HB Racing have introduced their new off-road ride height gauge for 1/10th and 1/8th vehicles. The design offers two modes for measuring, the standard setting uses a thumbscrew to lock the ride height setting of the gauge, allowing racers adjust the ride height until it matches the desired value. The Active Measurement Mode uses the precise weight balance of the measurement arm so that racers can loosen the thumb screw and slide the tool under the car. The measurement arm pivots on dual ball bearings, and it will touch the bottom of the chassis and show the ride height in real time as it is moved under the car. The tool is machined from aluminium and it comes with a hard anodised surface for durability. The height markings are laser- etched for quick and easy adjustment and the measurement arm can be unscrewed for compact storage.
Source: HB Racing [hbracing.com]
Coming from Yeah Racing and made for the popular Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck are new brass and aluminium option parts. First up is a complete set of brass suspension upgrades that includes a pair of steering knuckles, C-hubs, four wheel hex adapters as well as a pair of portal axle covers and mounting hardware. The parts add a combined 324g to one of the lowest areas of the chassis, something that will greatly improve traction and climbing performance. All parts come in a shiny natural finish. Also new is an aluminium rear frame brace that will improve the structural integrity of the chassis. The brace will replace the standard composite item for greatly improved rigidity and durability. Machined from black anodised aluminium the brace also sports machined silver edge details for cool looks.
RC Speed Secrets have introduced their new Next Level 1.6+1.7 12mm Cheater shock pistons for Team Associated, TLR and Yokomo 1/10th off-road kits. They are machined from high-quality material for a perfect fit and sport a split 2-hole 1.6mm and 1.7mm setup for improved damping performance. The 4-piece sets are available specifically for AE, TLR and Yokomo kits.
Source: RC Speed Secrets [rcspeedsecrets.com]
