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May 9, 2014

PSM B5 series shock standoff set

German company PSM introduce a new optional part for the Team Associated B5 line of buggies in the form of aluminium shock standoffs. Machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and coming in a shiny silver finish, the parts are designed to replace the stock standoffs with a more durable, lightweight and cooler looking alternative. Included in the set are four standoffs and four optional spacers for the use with PSM’s V1 or V2 carbon fibre shock towers.

Source: PSM [psm-rc.com]

May 9, 2014

Pro-Line Electron VTR 2.4″ buggy rear tyre – Preview

Pro-Line Electron VTR 2.4" buggy rear tyre – Preview

Pro-Line soon have the Electron VTR 2.4″ 1/10th buggy rear tyre available. Coming in PL’s M4 super soft and MC clay compound, the tyre sports a mesh-type tread with supporting dots and a specially designed carcass. The indoor and outdoor clay track tyre fits Pro-Line’s new VTR range of wheels and will become available very soon.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

May 8, 2014

F.V.S.S. Ghost bodyshell stiffeners

F.V.S.S. introduce their new Ghost bodyshell stiffeners. Made from carbon fibre rods and steel eyelets, the stiffeners prevent the body from becoming deformed in the event of a crash or under heavy load but still allow a certain amount of flex increasing the steering response of the car. Each set includes 6 body stiffeners and 12 specially designed clips for easy and convenient mounting to the body.

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May 8, 2014

Sanwa M12 40th Anniversary edition radio

To celebrate their 40th Anniversary, Japanese manufacturer Sanwa introduce a special edition of the M12 top-of-the-foodchain radio system. Coming in a special piano lacquer design, with an engraved serial number plate and new offset steering wheel, the radio highly differs from the standard M12. It is understood that the set will include a total of three receivers including a RX-471, RX-472 and a RX-471 Dual-ID-Ver. Also included is a transmitter battery pack and a suitable charger.

Source: Sanwa [sanwa-denshi.co.jp]

May 8, 2014

TRR RaceStuff BD7 & TRF418 aluminium chassis plates

TRR RaceStuff have new aluminium main chassis for the Yokomo BD7 and Tamiya TRF418 available. Both are CNC-machined from high-quality 2.0mm aluminium, they are of a symmetrical design and come with a natural finish without any anodizing. The BD7 chassis is a TRR first while the CDE2.1 for the TRF418 is an updated version of the already existing CDE2.0 with the new version sporting a highly machined design to scrub around 25g of weight.

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May 8, 2014

Novak 4×4 SCT brushless system

Novak 4x4 SCT brushless system

Novak introduce a new budget brushless motor and speed controller combo for 4×4 short course trucks. Included is the proven 6.5T 3400kv Ballistic 550 brushless motor and the newly updated Crusher brushless speed controller. The ESC offers 2S to 4S operating range, a 5A BEC system, complete on-board programming, a sealed case, auto-detect LiPo cutoff, and ESC thermal protection. The sensored system is ideal for bashers, club racers and speed fanatics alike.

Source: Novak [teamnovak.com]

May 8, 2014

RSD TC6.2 aluminium chassis & floating servo mount

Reflex Racing introduce the RSD aluminium chassis for the Team Associated TC6.2 touring car as well as an updated floating servo mount. Starting with the chassis that is available for pre-order now, the aluminium item will not only lower the centre of gravity of the car but also helps to dissipate heat generated by the electronics. It comes in handy when running in medium to high-bite conditions as the flex characteristics of aluminium allow to push the car to its limits harder without having to worry about an unstable or unpredictable vehicle. Once released in mid-May there will also be optional battery holders and an optional motor mount available.

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May 8, 2014

Shepherd C13 1/8th bodyshell

Shepherd now have the C13 bodyshell for 1/8th on-road cars available. Developed in Germany and complying with the latest IFMAR rules, the EFRA-homologated body sports an updated rear section to achieve a significant improvement in overall balance. Compared to its predecessor, the GT-C5, the rear end is longer and the central part around the engine is lowered, resulting in more rear traction. Also the front end saw a minor update creating more steering into the corner. The body is made from 0.75mm thick high-quality polycarbonate and it is available from now on.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]