Fenix Racing have introduced a carbon fibre chassis for the company’s Serpent SF2 Rattlesnake conversion as well as steering blocks for most formula cars. Starting with the chassis, the included parts are cut from 2.5mm carbon fibre and they fits Fenix’ conversion kit for the SF2 car. Offering more flex the chassis conversion will make for improved traction in lower grip conditions.
New from Fast Race and made for the Team Associated RC8B3 is the Assobox called battery compartment. Designed to hold straight-type LiPo packs without the need for foam cushions, the box is available in the four colours of blue, red, black and yellow and it incorporates a wire routing channel and makes use of a lid that is being hold by two screws.
Coming from GForce are two new oval diameter LiPo battery packs. Ideal for all applications that require the old-style “racing pack” design, such as some RTRs and several Tamiya kits, the packs measure 134x45x23.5mm and they come in 4100mAh or 3000mAh specification, both made using robust 30C cells. Coming pre-wired with Tamiya-style connectors and XH balancer ports the batteries are ideal for all ready-to-run and hobby applications.
Serpent have introduced new gear differentials with foam volume compensators. Coming from the mind of Serpent designer Billy Easton, the diff cases offer additional holes that can take foam inserts to compensate the increase in oil volume once the diff fluid becomes warmer during use. As the foam inserts become compressed the internal pressure of the oil remains at a controlled level which results in a more consistent diff action even in hour-long mains and at high ambient temperatures. Included with the diffs, that are available as 44T front or rear as well as 46T centre diff, come slightly curved spring steel main gears and pinions as well as lightened spring steel outdrives.
Team Corally have introduced their new shock pliers for the use with 1/12th, 1/10th and 1/8th scale shock absorbers. Made from aluminium and sporting the popular nutcracker design the tool is designed to securely hold shock shafts of different diameter while screwing the ball end on. The special design will not harm the shaft’s surface and it also allows for easy fastening and undoing of upper and lower shock caps while a third feature helps with popping the ball cup’s pivot ball in and out with ease.
Coming from Framega and made for the Yokomo YR-10 is the aluminium lower pod plate. Cut from 7075-T6 material and designed in cooperation with Fenix the plate complements the already introduced aluminium chassis with both parts being best used together in order to make for an overall stiffer chassis assembly which can be beneficial especially on high-bite surfaces.
Source: Framega [framega.com]
UFRA have introduced a new packaging for their range of on-road foam tyres. The tube-style containers make for improved protection of the tyres during storage and transportation, ensuring constant quality and preventing the foam from drying out over time.
Source: UFRA [ufra-tyres.ch]
Schelle Racing Innovations have introduced two new products in the form of a TLR 22 3.0 rear camber block and 7mm titanium motor screws. Starting with the TLR part, the rear camber block was designed to offer improved durability and make for easier adjustments. The 2-piece design does away with the plastic inserts and over-sized design of the kit parts, replacing them with a sleek base and durable upper 2-piece construction that is adjustable with ballstud shims between the base and upper block. The two clamping screws which secure the mount are easily accessible from above, not obstructed by the shock tower. The block is available in black and hard anodise colour.
