September 9, 2011

Xray XB808 adjustable rear hub carrier

Xray XB808 adjustable rear hub carrier

Xray release this adjustable aluminium rear hub carrier for the XB808. CNC-machined from lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, it is hard coated for extra durability and long life. New adjustable rear hub carrier offers new and unique adjustability of roll-centers with 3 holes where the upper linkage can be mounted by aluminum ball with thread and so aluminium shims can be used for increasing or decreasing roll center angle. Also the double lower eccentric holes allow adjustment of roll center positions on arms.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

September 2, 2011

Zeppin Racing T3 flex chassis & options

Zeppin Racing T3 flex chassis & options

Zeppin Racing have released a number of new parts for the Xray T3 2011 beginning with this 2.2mm flex chassis. Designed for racers who needs to have more traction all around it features four long vertical slots along the chassis to increase flex while providing more surface to install electronics securely. The 88mm super narrow chassis aids cornering speed by avoiding scrubbing on the ground and makes the car easier to control on low traction surfaces. It is also 30 grams lighter than the original chassis. Also on offer is the new steering brace in black for those who run the steering servo in a horizontal position. Zeppin also have new 48 and 64 pitch spur gears for the Xray which are precision machined from a high tensile material for durability.

View the other products here

August 31, 2011

Xray RX8 adjustable rear anti-roll bar

Xray RX8 adjustable rear anti-roll bar

New for the RX8, Xray have released this adjustable rear anti-roll bar set that allows you to quickly and easily adjust rear stiffness without replacing any parts. Featuring a CNC-machined roll bar body and anti-roll bar blades machined and precision hand ground from Hudy Spring Steel and that have also been specially hardened to provide extra long life and high strength. The set has two adjustable anti-roll bar blades that are locked in place by easily-accessible setscrews. The anti-roll bar is mounted to the rear bulkheads in precise ball bearings which ensure smooth action.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

August 25, 2011

Xray Column – Testing and Once Again…Testing

Xray Column - Testing and Once Again…Testing

The 54th installment in the Xray column from Xray owner and chief designer Juraj Hudy is now online. In this months column, Juraj talks about his extensive pre event testing schedule ahead of the busy summer of European Championships.

I tested some new prototypes of front and rear braces, but after a few tests I returned to the original ones. Martin and Ales were spending most of the time testing and comparing different tires to adapt to the changed track conditions which was now completely different from last week‘s tests.

Read the full column here.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

August 23, 2011

Xray 808 driveshaft boots

Xray 808 driveshaft boot

Xray have released some simple pre cut shrink wrap for the central CVD on their 808 buggy. Place it over the collar and heat it for a neat way to help prevent the drive shaft pin from moving. The pack contains ten pieces.

View the pack contents here

August 22, 2011

Arrowmax RX8 hardened shock shafts

Arrowmax RX8 hardened shock shafts

Arrowmax release a complete set of shock shafts for the Xray RX8. These shafts have been coated with titanium nitride for reduced friction and wear for a better performing shock absorber. Sold in a set of 4.

Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]

August 19, 2011

Spec-R T3 2011 & TCX option parts

Spec-R-T3-11-UpperBulkhead

Spec-R release new option parts for Xray’s T3 2011 Spec chassis and Hot Bodies TCX touring car. Made for the T3 are 7075 upper bulkhead parts machined from 7075 aluminium. Coming black anodised the parts feature an additional bracket with three location holes for the upper camber links to move them away from their kit position on the shock towers. Designed for the Hot Bodies TCX are lightweight Delrin front spool outdrive adapters that feature large outdrive saver rings and that are a direct replacement for the stock parts.

Click here to view the outdrives

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