August 4, 2017

PowerStar PM-2211 high-torque servo

PowerStar have introduced their new PM-2211 high-torque servo. It utilises a heatsink-design all-aluminium case, an all-metal geartrain as well as a powerful and efficient brushless motor. At 7.4V input the standard-size servo pulls up to 22kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.11s with the servo being able to use up to 8.4V input for even greater performance. Included come a suitable aluminium servo arm and four aluminium servo mount bushings.

Source: PowerStar [powerstar-racing.com]


August 4, 2017

Arrowmax 17mm to 30mm ride height gauge

Arrowmax have further expanded their range of tools with the 17mm to 30mm ride height gauge for 1/8th off-road vehicles. Machined from high-quality aluminium the gauge sports Arrowmax’s signature black and golden finish for wear and looks and it is usable with both buggies and trucks.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]


August 4, 2017

O.S. Speed R2103 3.5cc nitro on-road engine

O.S. Engines have introduced their new Speed R2103 3.5cc nitro on-road engine. Developed with the forthcoming 2017 IFMAR World Championship in mind, the power plant features a newly designed crankshaft and a new piston and liner. Compared to the R2102 engine the R2103 will offer more low to mid-range torque and this is why the engine comes with a standard steel main bearing as these are meant to further improve torque characteristics.

Source: O.S. Engines [os-engines.co.jp]


August 4, 2017

Schelle Racing Innovations B64 Nova slipper clutch

Schelle Racing Innovations’ Nova 3-plate slipper clutch is soon also available for the Team Associated B64 buggy. The clutch will offer a better driving feel, longer durability and a lower rotating inertia thanks to weighing in at only 12g for the entire clutch including a 78T spur gear whereas the original slipper weighs in at 25.5g. In addition, clutch has 20 percent more torque capacity and the set includes two slipper pads in white/red material and a tuning guide to help racers learn how to tune the clutch for different conditions from slick to astro-turf. Beside the clutch set for the B64 Schelle also offers a conversion kit for B64D owners that includes a pair of front and rear centre driveshafts.

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August 3, 2017

Infinity silicone shock oils

Infinity is introducing a range of high performance silicone shock oils. Using carefully selected silicone oil, the viscosity of the range is professionally controlled during production to ensure accuracy giving racers a reliable source of consistency for selecting the correct oil to achieve a desired shock set-up change. The high quality oil also ensures stability during use in racing conditions. With the range offering 13 different variants, each is available in a convenient 60cc bottle with viscosities ranging from 300 to 700.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]


August 3, 2017

T-Works 1/8th buggy stainless steel rear skid plates

T-Works have introduced a range of stainless steel rear chassis skid plates for several 1/8th off-road buggies. Machined from high-quality material and coming laser-engraved for looks the protector plates prevent the rear chassis part from becoming excessively damaged on tracks with large jumps or abrasive surfaces. The sets include two skid plates and they are available for the Kyosho MP9, HongNor X3 Evo, SWorkz buggies, the HB Racing D815/D817/E817 as well as the Mugen MBX7/R.

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August 3, 2017

Hiro Seiko MTC-1 lightweight screw kits

Hiro Seiko have released three lightweight screw kits for the forthcoming Mugen MTC-1 touring car. Available as full titanium kit, that saves about 21g of weight, Hiro Seiko will also have two mixed titanium and aluminium sets available that include black or dark-silver coloured alloy fasteners. The mixed sets will scrub about 26.5g of weight.

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August 3, 2017

Muchmore Impact LCG Max-Punch 4300mAh LiPo pack

Muchmore have expanded their range of high-performance LiPo batteries by the new Impact LCG Max-Punch FD2 4300mAh 2S pack. Measuring 95.8×46.8×22.5mm and weighing it at 192g the battery is of a low-profile design while the high-performance 120C cells make for exceptional power output in modified and stock classes. The hardcase battery utilises standard 4mm bullet-type connectors and it will hit stores very soon.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]


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