June 16, 2016

Dirt Racing Products permanent dual tip pen set

Dirt Racing Products permanent dual tip pen set

One of the handiest items in the pit area is undoubtedly a permanent marker. Used by Brian “Dirt” Kinwald and practically everyone in the industry throughout the years, permanent pens are the go-to writing instrument at the race track. Now, through Dirt Racing Products, a pen option is now available in black, blue and red which carry the Legends name and autograph. The handy part of this particular pen is the fact that it is dual tipped including a medium felt-tip marker on one end and features a fine tip on the other. Detail with ease, utilising only one pen, to easily mark tires, fill out sponsorship sheets or simply sign autographs for the adoring fans. The pen set includes three of the most popular colors in the business and features the Dirt Racing Products logo and iconic signature of the man himself Brian Kinwald.

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June 16, 2016

Serpent SRX8 high-downforce bodyshell

Serpent SRX8 high-downforce bodyshell

Available now from Serpent is the Cobra SRX8 high-downforce bodyshell. Made from high-quality polycarbonate the body offers a cab forward design with pronounced side pods and several aerodynamic features to ensure optimised airflow and thus downforce.

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June 16, 2016

Extreme Racing Cyclope 1/8th differential pocket scale

Extreme Racing Cyclope 1/8th differential pocket scale

Extreme Racing have introduced the Cyclope digital pocket scale for 1/8th differentials. Offering a specially shaped cup for the differential cage the scale allows to easily and conveniently fill the front, centre and rear differentials without having to worry about spilling the diff fluid while also allowing for precise setup every time. Weighing the oil content has become a common sight in racing and with its backlit display the scale will indicate the precise amount of oil in the differential even in precarious light conditions. The scale measures a compact 80x122x20mm and it is available now.

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June 16, 2016

Arrma upgrades 4WD BLX range of vehicles

Arrma upgrades 4WD BLX range of vehicles

Arrma have upgraded their BLX range of 4WD vehicles such as the Typhon 6S buggy, the Kraton 6S monster truck and the Senton 6S short course truck. All three now include a new BLX185 brushless power system consisting of a 2050kV motor for massive torque and 60+ mph speeds, plus a waterproof, fan-cooled 150A ESC. The Tactic TTX300 radio is also new, providing fast and consistent car control. Standard features on all three vehicles are also full ready-to-run specifications minus batteries and charger, silicone oil-filled metal gear diffs, new hubs, and twin 2-3S battery trays.

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June 16, 2016

Vaterra 1972 Chevrolet K10 Pickup Ascender RTR

Vaterra 1972 Chevrolet K10 Pickup Ascender RTR

Vaterra have introduced a new variant of their popular Ascender 1/10th 4WD trial and scale truck. The 1972 Chevrolet K10 Pickup Ascender comes with a scale bodyshell with functional spare tire and wheel, waterproof electronics, aluminium panels and more. The 4WD chassis offers adjustable wheelbase and it is equipped with licensed Super Swamper tyres for all-terrain performance. A metal gear transmission with locked differential further adds to the truck’s go-everywhere attitude as do the oil-filled moulded shock absorbers. Finally the ready-to-run package includes a genuine Spektrum DX2E 2.4GHz radio system with everything needed for completion are just a battery pack for the truck and a suitable charger.

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June 16, 2016

Samix adds new colours to SCX10 option parts range

Samix adds new colours to SCX10 option parts range

Samix have introduced two new colours for their range of Axial SCX10 option parts. The aluminium 4-link mounts, Y-link mounts, footstep plates and hub carriers are now also available in red and orange anodising to complement the already available black, green, silver and gun metal colours. All parts are machined from high-quality aluminium and they come laser-etched with Samix logos.

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June 16, 2016

Fenix SF2 Rattlesnake carbon chassis & steering blocks

Fenix SF2 Rattlesnake carbon chassis & steering blocks

Fenix Racing have introduced a carbon fibre chassis for the company’s Serpent SF2 Rattlesnake conversion as well as steering blocks for most formula cars. Starting with the chassis, the included parts are cut from 2.5mm carbon fibre and they fits Fenix’ conversion kit for the SF2 car. Offering more flex the chassis conversion will make for improved traction in lower grip conditions.

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June 15, 2016

Fast Race RC8B3 Assobox battery compartment

Fastrace RC8B3 Assobox battery compartment

New from Fast Race and made for the Team Associated RC8B3 is the Assobox called battery compartment. Designed to hold straight-type LiPo packs without the need for foam cushions, the box is available in the four colours of blue, red, black and yellow and it incorporates a wire routing channel and makes use of a lid that is being hold by two screws.

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