For the RX8 Xray have introduced this aluminium servo saver with adjustable rod mount to allow quick and easy adjustment of steering ackermann with 4 settings available. Ultra-strong construction for increased lifespan and durability it has been CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium.
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Here we have this weeks round up of product releases and race reports from our site sponsors Xray. Our summary includes everything published by the Slovakian manufacturer on their own website in the past week, so if you didn’t find the time to visit, be sure to read on. This weeks round up includes the following stories.
– New RX8 XCA (XRAY Centrifugal-Axial) Clutch Set – Reverse
– XRAY Challenge – Grand Final – Race Report
– NT1 Full Podium at Danish Nationals R1
– RX8 Wins Dutch National Championship R2
– XB9 TQ & Wins the Maltese Buggy Championship R5 & R6
– XB9 Podium Finish at French National Championship R2
– XB9 Podium Finish at Indonesia National Buggy Championship – Round 2
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For the RX8 Xray have released this complete XCA reverse clutch set. Easily adjustable 3 shoe clutch features clutch bell, clutch nut, flywheel nut and thrust bearing collar made from Hudy Spring Steel while the hard coated flywheel, clutch disc and spring cup are made from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium. The new reverse clutch design provides smoother and faster acceleration, while increasing the lifetime of the clutch shoe. Use of a new conical clutch washer spring gives more consistency.
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Zeppin Racing have announced the release of some new 7075 aluminium parts for the Xray T3, which are more durable than the stock plastic versions. There are some front steering knuckles and 0 degree rear hubs, both of which have been lightened, weighing in at only 12.2g/pair for the knuckles and only 9g/pair for the rear hubs, yet are still strong enough to withstand heavy impacts. There is also a -2mm upper clamp with adjustable roll center which have the inboard upper links lowered by 2mm in order to make the roll center higher. Finally for the Associated TC6.1 there is a new 1.8mm extra flex top deck which aims to greatly enhance the car’s overall traction.
T-Work’s Racing have released a number of new parts for a variety of cars. Starting with offroad there is a line of hard coated aluminium A-arm bushings for the Hong Nor & Jammin X3 Sabre buggies as well as hard coated aluminium brake cams for the same cars. For on road there is the a set of hard coated 7075 T6 pivot balls for the Mugen MRX-5 & MTX-5 as well as a set for the Xray RX8 and NT1.
Xray introduce the XCA centrifugal axial reverse clutch set for the NT1 200mm nitro chassis. The set includes redesigned components which create a more dynamic clutch engagement suitable for most racing conditions, such as a super-lightweight flywheel, new black reinforced clutch flyweights, new smaller and super lightweight clutch bell, smaller diameter yellow clutch shoe, new conical clutch washer spring set, and a new aluminium clutch disc. Not included are the needed pinion gears.
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The authentic new Xray hooded team sweater with zipper is made from high-quality 100% cotton fabric in a classy blue hue. The new hooded sweater is very comfortable to wear and has soft elasticized cuffs at the ends of the full-length arms and is emblazoned with Xray Racing Team logos on the front and back.
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Xray introduce new moulded lightweight composite lower suspension arms. The specially-formulated graphite composite material allows for a very light suspension arm that can withstand the rigours of high-performance racing. The optimized suspension arms give improved traction, easier handling, and decrease tire overheating which leads to car stoppage under high-grip conditions. They feature a single optimized shock mounting position and integrated anti-roll bar mounts. The graphite arms have same size and geometry as standard 1-hole suspension arm, fit the Xray T2 and T3 cars and will become available first for all Xray pilots at the polish ETS round 4 starting from tomorrow.
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