May 30, 2016

KO Propo Esprit 4 ASF 2.4GHz stick radio system

KO Propo Esprit 4 ASF 2.4GHz stick radio system

Coming soon from KO Propo is the Esprit 4 ASF 2.4GHz radio system for the use with Kyosho’s ASF Mini-Z cars. Based off of the standard Esprit 4 the ASF variant features a specific transmitting technology needed to couple the radio with Kyosho’s ASF Mini-Z cars. The radio is highly adaptable to the driver’s needs and so the angle of both the throttle and steering stick can be adjusted, the transmitter offers digital trims, 6-button and jog dial menu operation, a back-lit display and it weighs in at only around 630g. As for the software features the radio offers class-standard steering trim, sub trim, speed, curve and travel as well as throttle high point, sub trim, speed, and curve functions along quick setup for the most needed items, a timer and stopwatch as well as LCD backlight and contrast settings. The radio will become available in June.

Source: KO Propo [kopropo.co.jp]


May 28, 2016

Destiny RX10S spring steel front spool cups

Destiny RX10S spring steel front spool cups

Destiny have introduced a set of spring steel front spool cups for the RX10S touring car. Designed to replace the standard composite parts the steel items are much stronger, they offer higher precision and make for improved power supply. With a hardened surface for wear and a second set of drive pin slots they are also very durable.

Source: Destiny [destinyracing.jp]


May 28, 2016

Fenix Racing Delta gear diff 92T main gear

Fenix Racing Delta gear diff 92T main gear

Fenix Racing have release an optional 64 pitch main gear for the Delta 1/10th formula gear differential. With 92T it is aimed at more technical tracks that require a shorter gearing. The black colour main gear is made from long-lasting material and a direct replacement.

Source: Fenix Racing [fenix-racing.com]


May 28, 2016

Schumacher Mi6 adjustable LiPo mounting set

Schumacher Mi6 adjustable LiPo mounting set

From Schumacher and made for the Mi6 touring car comes an adjustable LiPo mounting set. Fully adjustable battery retainers allow the battery position to be moved forwards, backwards, left and right while also completely eliminating any battery play on the chassis. The set offers the ability to achieve a perfectly left/right balanced car with all battery weights, in addition to the possibility of adjusting the weight distribution of the Mi6. The battery tape also no longer runs underneath the chassis, making it more user-friendly when checking for chassis tweak. The set fits the Mi6, Mi5Evo and Mi5.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]


May 27, 2016

Tekno RC ROAR/IFMAR-legal high downforce wing

Tekno RC ROAR/IFMAR-legal high downforce wing

Tekno RC have updated their high downforce wing that features new smaller side dams which are now ROAR/IFMAR legal and hole guides for reducing downforce or tuning the wing in high wind conditions. The wing is available in the three colours of black, yellow and white.

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May 27, 2016

Serpent SRX8 1-piece engine mount

Serpent SRX8 1-piece engine mount

Made for the SRX8 1/8th nitro off-road buggy is Serpent’s new 1-piece engine mount. Machined from 7075-T6 aluminium the monobloc mount was designed to increase stiffness around the engine area which results in more consistent gear mesh and also an overall stiffer chassis. The grey anodised part is a direct fit and it come laser-etched with Serpent logos.

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May 27, 2016

Xray RX8 front anti-roll bars

Xray RX8 front anti-roll bars

Coming from Xray and made for the RX8 1/8th on-road car are optional anti-roll bar wires. Manufactured from a special spring steel and coming laser-etched for easy identification the shape of the wire was re-worked to suit the new front suspension geometry. To the standard 2.6mm wire now add thinner 2.2mm and 2.4mm variants for low-grip as well as a thicker 2.8mm wire for very high-bite tracks.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


May 27, 2016

Ghiant Pro & Easy spray guns

Ghiant Pro & Easy spray guns

Robitronic have introduced the Ghiant Pro and Easy spray guns for the use with the company’s line of RC Car Colour spray paints. The guns directly attach to the spray can and help to achieve a more precise and clean result while also keeping the fingers away from the overspray. The Pro version is recommended for frequent painters while the Easy variant is best used by occasional users.

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