Red RC » Shepherd

October 1, 2014

Shepherd Velox V10 1-piece servo mount

Shepherd Micro Racing release an updated one-piece aluminium steering servo mount for the Velox V10. Due to the new lightweight-design it is about 40 percent lighter than its predecessor. The blue-anodised CNC-machined servo mount is made of high quality 7075-T6 material to provide a sturdy base for the steering servo. This results in a very precise control of the steering movement and optimised handling. Long holes allow the use of different kinds of servo and the necessary fastening material is included.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

August 27, 2014

Shepherd Velox V10 lightweight 2-speed shaft

Shepherd introduce a new lightweight 2-speed shaft for all Velox V10 vehicles. The shaft is hollowed to reduce weight and rotating mass by about 30 percent, resulting in improved acceleration. Machined from premium steel the part is heat-treated and ground for maximum precision and a smooth ball-bearing fit without sacrificing durability.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

August 20, 2014

Team Shepherd titanium screw sets

Team Shepherd have released new titanium screw sets for the Velox V10 “PRO” and the Velox V8 “EC”. These premium titanium screws are machined from the highest grade raw material and compared to the standard screws, these titanium versions are about 45% lighter and lower the overall weight significantly. They are available in 3×6, 3×8, 3×10, 3×12, 4×8 and 4×10mm countersunk versions and 3×6, 3×8, 3×10 and 3×12mm button head versions and as complete sets.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

August 1, 2014

Blacktarmac .12 double reverse clutch version 3.0

Italian based company Blacktarmac introduce their new version 3.0 double reverse clutch for 1/10th nitro on-road cars. The latest version is meant to offer improved durability and efficiency thanks to a new clutch shoe material that features a new PTFE formulation as well as a pre-lubrication for increased durability of the contact surface between the clutch bell and the shoes. Other new features include a new “double reverse” mass made from the same material as the shoes and with a different weight compared to the previous versions. Last but not least is a new calibrated spring. The ver. 3.0 clutch is available for Xray NT1, Capricorn Lab C02 and Shepherd Velox V10 cars.

Source: Blacktarmac [blacktarmac.it]

July 28, 2014

Shepherd V10 differential gaskets

Shepherd announce a new gasket for the gear differential of the V10 car. Together with a leading German sealing manufacturer Shepherd developed a gasket of a new shape and made from a special material. The new material combines the characteristics of a fibre gasket with the positive properties of an elastomer, thus making it possible to produce a gasket that allows for easy installation due to the stable surface tension, excellent adaptability to unevenness at minimum surface pressure levels and very low leakage levels even when surface pressure is extremely low. The new seals are also offer excellent temperature stability and they are available from now on.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

June 27, 2014

Shepherd Velox V8 brass battery tray

Shepherd now have this brass battery tray for the Velox V8 line of 1/8th on-road cars available. CNC-machined from heavy brass material and weighting in at 46 gram the part is designed to add extra weight at the lowest possible point of the chassis for improved overall handling on a variety of track conditions. A milled-out “channel” on the lower side of the tray prevents the battery strapping tape from becoming damaged during use.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

June 26, 2014

Shepherd Velox V8 EC 1/8th on-road kit

Following a first announcement Shepherd now officially introduce the Velox V8 EC edition kit. Made to honour the 2013 European Championship titles of Jilles Groskamp (EC-A) and Daniel Sieber (EC-B) the EC version already proved its performance by taking the 2nd and 3rd spot at the 2014 EFRA Euros B and leading the point standings in the Euro Nitro Series. The main focus with the EC was to simplify maintenance and setup for an easier to work on car while improving performance at the same time.

Click here to continue reading

June 17, 2014

Shepherd premium driveshaft grease

Shepherd Micro Racing extend their line of chemicals and lubricants with the addition of their new premium driveshaft grease. Based on complex lithium-calcium thickener the lube will greatly reduce the wear of driveshaft pins and outdrives even with only a thin coat of the grease applied. The lubricant comes in a handy 6g container with screw on cap and also works in many other metal-on-metal applications.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]