January 20, 2014

Sweep Jilles Groskamp signature edition car stand

Sweep Jilles Groskamp signature edition car stand

Sweep introduce this Jilles Groskamp signature edition on-road car stand for 1/10 and 1/12th scale chassis. It is made from aluminium and comes in a bright blue colour that perfectly matches with the iconic “Tamiya blue” anodising of Tamiya TRF chassis. The stand sports a small footprint, a low 24mm profile and four rubber feet make for a secure stand even on slippery pit boards.

Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]


January 19, 2014

Team Orion VDS2-HV XS 1007 low-profile servo

Team Orion VDS2-HV XS 1007 low-profile servo

Team Orion have introduced the latest addition to their line of waterproof high-voltage digital servos, the VDS2-HV XS 1007 low-profile servo. Suitable for 1/10 off-road and on-road as well as 1/8 on-road it has a speed of 0.07s/60° and torque of 10kg-cm and features high quality metal gears and a precision case made out of high-grade plastic and aluminium.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]


January 19, 2014

LRP ZZ.21C Ceramic Spec 2 engine

LRP ZZ.21C Ceramic Spec.2 engine

LRP have released details on their new ZZ.21C Ceramic Spec 2 buggy engine. This new version claims to have more power, a higher top speed, better fuel efficiency and linear power delivery compared to the previous version. To achieve this, changes have been made to the piston and conrod as well as to the liner with the needles in the carburetor also having been revised. Finally the cooling head fins have been inclined upward to create more surface area for better cooling.

View images of the engine internals here


January 18, 2014

Diggity Designs Rebel 12 battery holder

Diggity Designs Rebel 12 battery holder

New for the Top Racing Rebel 12 from Diggity Designs is this 2mm carbon fibre o-ring battery holder. This holder allows the racer to use an o-ring to hold the battery in place, replacing the need for tape. The holder floats on its own plain and does not tweak the chassis or side spring plate and two possible positions can be used. The set includes holder, hardware and o-ring.

View an image of the mounted holder here


January 18, 2014

Arrowmax tool storage base

Arrowmax tool storage base

Arrowmax have released this handy new tool storage base. CNC-machined from a single piece of aluminium its unique lightweight design allows the user to organise all of their tools. This product is ideal for those who like to stay organised offering a space saving and easy to set-up solution. Works with Arrowmax tools but also tools from other manufacturers.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]


January 17, 2014

JConcepts G-Locs SCT tire

JConcepts G-Locs SCT tire

JConcepts’ new G-Locs SCT tire is a super low-profile, aggressively treaded tire which is purpose built for those aggressive speed-runs and specifically for vehicles capable of high-voltage or high-horsepower fun. Deep G-Loc tread-depth and style provides the healthy footing for maximum durability and ground pounding asphalt traction while a thick, reinforced tire carcass, with internal overlapping X-braced ribbing provides unparalleled support, reducing unwanted tire expansion, for gained high-speed control. G-Locs, are manufactured using the exclusive ROAR National Championship winning yellow compound for the best gripping performance.  Supplied with profiled closed cell inserts.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


January 17, 2014

Xpert RC SM-HV Brushless full metal servos

Xpert RC SM-HV Brushless full metal servos

Xpert RC have released their new SM-HV Brushless full metal servos for 1/8 buggy & truggy. Featuring a full metal case as well as metal gears both feature a start tone, soft start as well as over current and over heat protection. The SM-7701-HV is the stronger of the two servos at 31 kg/cm at 8.4V while the SM-6601-HV is the faster at 0.118 sec at 8.4V to travel 60 degrees.

View the full specifications here


January 17, 2014

Xray X12’14 side springs

Xray X12’14 side springs

Xray have released new side springs for X12’14. The new springs and spring caps feature a new straight design comparing to the previously used conical shape, to improve side traction and improve the handling of the car. The straight side springs have more consistent and smoother compression which results in a smoother out-of-corner exit as well as helping to prevent traction rolling. Available in silver (soft), gold (medium) and black (hard) and sold in a set of 2.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]