McPappy Racing have introduced their new RC brushless chassis dyno version 2.0. The device comes in three different sizes, 2WD and 4WD, chassis testing or motor to motor testing, it offers four different load levels, built in flywheel, can simulate an entire race, and with Windows 8 or later, can even be controlled with your voice. The dyno can accommodate anything from a small slot car up to some of the 1/5th scales. Custom sizes are also available.
WRC have introduced another option part for their GTX 1/8th nitro on-road kit. The lightweight front axle shaft is made from hard-anodised 7075-T6 aluminium with its special surface treatment offering improved wear resistance while the lightweight aluminium material makes for reduced rotational mass, resulting in quicker acceleration.
Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]
Coming from JConcepts is the aluminium and carbon fibre setting board. A piece of art the board is made up using 2.5mm woven carbon fibre that has been machined to size with corner radius and countersunk. Four separate aluminium trim pieces are custom machined, anodized in either blue or black and etched with JConcepts.net logos for authenticity. The four trim pieces are attached together using heavy-duty 3mm hardware from the top and corners forming the frame for the setting board. The flat panel carbon material is dropped into place and secured with hefty flat head fasteners. The final product shows like an exotic race car while providing that all important flat surface for final setting and ride-height adjustments. The unit is light-weight for travel and can be disassembled for even more convenient packing procedures. The setting board is large enough for all 1/10th scale vehicles and also used for 1/8th applications. A protective film for the setting board is available separately. Once applied by the individual, the film resists more cuts and scratches for the racer who wants to take no chances with their prized possession.
Muchmore have introduced their new lightweight Factory setup board for 1/8th scale vehicles. Measuring 400x500mm the board is only 12mm thick, making for a low weight of 177g. The board is made from hardwood and the hard plastic surface with Muchmore graphics allows for easy cleaning from dirt and other residue.
Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]
Muchmore have introduced two new 7.4V LiPo receiver battery packs. First up is the flat-type variant that measures 85x29x19mm. It weighs in at 90g and is made using high-capacity 2500mAh cells. It comes pre-wired with a 90mm 20AWG silicone wire with JR-style connector and XH balancer plug. Also new is the 2000mAh hump pack, measuring 54.5×31.5x32mm and weighing in at 91.5g. It comes with a 85mm receiver wire. Both packs are housed in shrink-wrapped soft cases for protection.
Coming from Italian company WRC and made for the GTX 1/8th nitro on-road car are intermediate step aluminium body mounts. Machined from aluminium and coming with a high-gloss finish the mounts offer in-between steps for the body height adjustments that are accessible by simply turning the mounts by 90 degree and using the second, lower row of body clip holes. This design makes for finer body height adjustments without the need for additional mounts or parts.
Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]
Italian company Picco has introduced two new nitro engine mufflers. First up is the EFRA 2133 off-road variant with exceptional low-RRM torque and the muffler is know to give improved bottom end power compared to its sister EFRA 2099 exhaust. Also new is the EFRA 2120 Performance on-road exhaust. Made from a special aluminium alloy that improved the overall performance the muffler comes with an engraved “Performance” to make for easy identification.
View the other new exhaust here
Italian company Fast Race has introduced a set of anti-twist bushings for the front wishbones of the Mugen MBX7R and Team Associated RC8B3 buggies. Machined from aluminium the tubes help to keep the front suspension pins aligned with the lower front A-arms which results in a more precise steering feeling and suspension action especially on high-bite as well as bumpy tracks. The bushings come in sets of two and with a high-gloss finish.
Source: Fast Race [fastraceshop.com]
