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May 24, 2022

Element RC Enduro Ecto Trail RTR truck

Aimed at the serious RC rock crawler enthusiast, the new Enduro Ecto Trail Truck RTR from Element RC is packed full of performance features that continue to impress. The Gatekeeper Suspension package (GKS). The GKS package consists of rear trailing arms that move the shocks forward, allowing a larger window for shock tuning and providing improved weight bias. The trailing arms are paired with a rear anti-roll bar for a more stable and consistent suspension when crawling on the rocks. An adjustable aluminium track bar mount firmly bolted to the chassis rail gives the Enduro Ecto more reliable and responsive steering without the flex. Our shock mount inserts with multiple mounting positions allow for precise suspension tuning, whether they’re moving the shocks up, down, forward, or back. The Enduro Ecto Trail Truck RTR isn’t just all about performance, it’s got looks, too. With inspired styling from competition off-road vehicles, the Enduro Ecto looks awesome tackling the terrain. The green Ecto Trail Truck body comes equipped with injection moulded mirrors, hinges, door handles, fuel cell, and roll bar with number plates. Also included is a detailed decal sheet with lots of extras to make the Ecto Trail Truck your own.

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May 23, 2022

R1 Wurks DC1 drag car

This is R1 Wurks’ flagship product, the DC1 drag car is a top of the line race car. This kit has been tested and proven on the track and its winning reputation speaks for itself. There are two kit options to choose from, either kit #1 which includes the US Made V1 shock kit which has more spring options, or kit #2 which includes R1’s V2 shock kit. Also you have a choice between our aluminium standup transmission or the B6.3 plastic laydown transmission. There is no price difference between these last two options. These kits do not include shock oil, diff oil, wheels, tires, electronics or a body.

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May 19, 2022

Roche P12 Evo2 USA Spec

Roche have released a USA Spec update for their P12 Evo2 1/12th scale chassis. The new include a new short wheelbase chassis plate. Together with the updated front lower arms, it increases steering response. These new parts are recommended for small and tight tracks. The full set of parts includes chassis, lower arms, front lower bulkheads, graphite battery back stop, 4.8x14mm steel ball studs and spring steel steering pivot balls.

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May 13, 2022

Xray X4F front wheel touring car

Following some teasers, Xray have released the complete details on their next generation X4F front wheel touring car. It utilises the X4 platform, with advanced upper/lower arm suspension mounted to a new mid-motor chassis layout for improved balance and handling. Like the X4 it uses the unique CFF upper and lower suspension arms for outstanding handling & durability with all suspension components mounted directly to the CFF arms without any additional brackets, inserts or bushings for accuracy and reliability. This car is not just a update, its a completely new platform.

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April 30, 2022

Xray XT4’23 1/10th 4wd Electric Truggy

Xray have released full information on their new for 2023 XT4 4wd Electric Truggy. The truck sports a new chassis layout with diff, motor and battery moved forward that makes the XT4 faster and easier to drive. The front & rear bulkheads feature a horizontal split design (HS) to retain easy diff access while adding the valuable new diff height adjustment. The front & rear HS bulkheads incorporate a diff height adjustment using eccentric bushings. The design of the HS bulkhead’s inline bushing for the bevel drive gear keeps the gear properly matched to the diff height position. It also creates a more linear orientation for the front center drive shaft, reducing the CV joint angle for increased efficiency and decreased friction and wear. The height of the rear center drive gear is also adjustable to match the height adjustment of the differential. The new pinion gear is shorter to move CV joint closer to the differential, reducing the driveshaft angle and improving drive train efficiency. The new chassis layout moves the center diff, motor and battery significantly forwards and increases stability, allowing for more aggressive landings and making the truck more forgiving. The central drivetrain features new outdrives and dogbone driveshafts that offer reduced maintenance compared to previous CVD drive shafts. The servo mount was redesigned to fit the new frontward chassis layout and features two aluminum stands with graphite stiffener from top. Other new updates include to side guards, electronics plate, shock towers, suspension holders, battery posts, body posts and steering system.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

April 22, 2022

Roche Rapide F1 Evo3 chassis

Roche have introduced their new Rapide F1 Evo3 chassis. Featuring a newly designed graphite main chassis, rear pod plate, front lower arm, caster adjust plate, top deck and chassis brace, the updates don’t stop there with new aluminium rear bulkheads and lower pod plate with centering pins. The motor mount rear bulkheads come with plastic axle ride height adjusters and are finished in red/black two tone anodising. Up front there is an all new 7075 aluminium floating servo mount which is lower thanks to the chassis plate being machined out below the servo. The graphite multi-flex top deck features adjustable chassis flex using tweak free screws and the centre damper positions are selectable on the top deck. Finishing off the many updates is a new centre pivot system with high / lower pivot position selectable, new DVS-V3 centre damper with quick rear droop adjustment and aluminium easy adjust side spring holder.

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April 20, 2022

Serpent Viper 990 1/8 GP chassis

Serpent have announced the release of the Viper 990, the successor of the successful 989. The team have spent a lot time testing and development to improve the 989 platform and have put a lot of emphasis on the flex characteristic since that showed very promising results. The main new features include the ultra-narrow chassis which has been milled down to allow the lower radio plate as well as to improve flex. The central hole underneath the tank is narrower, as a consequence of the narrower chassis and so the central weight bridge is now mounted from underneath and allows for a quick change of the weight. The front weight bridge is now also mounted from the bottom to allow easy access to the weight and is now also adjustable from the bottom. There are 2 additional locations to put a small weight, just behind the servo-saver and in front of the engine. The engine has been lowered 1mm for improved flex as well to lower the CG.

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April 14, 2022

Team Losi Racing 22X-4 Elite Race kit

Even though the 22X-4 won the ROAR Nationals, the next generation is hot on its heels. The Team Losi Racing 22X-4 Elite Race Kit has everything that made the 22X-4 a podium pleaser and more. The Elite level kit includes popular option parts like a centre diff, aluminium drag link, carbon fibre electronic mounting plates, carbon wing washer, aluminium locknuts, and titanium turnbuckles to lighten and optimise the 22X-4 to maximise performance. Designed to win straight out of the box, the 22X-4 Elite Race Kit is tough to beat with features and performance destined for the top of the podium.

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