Specially designed for all long pile astro turf tracks is Schmacher’s new Block rear tire in yellow compound. It sports an aggressive square block design, is usable as 2WD and 4WD rear tire and is available now.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
Capricorn introduce new option parts for LAB C801 1/8th nitro on-road and LAB TE01 1/10th electric chassis as well as a new EFRA-legal 16% race fuel. Starting with the chassis parts, the Italian company introduce a modular alloy chassis plate for the C801 with a special weight system to adjust front and rear balance as well as the overall weight of the car. The chassis is machined from high quality aluminium, sports a 1mm lower engine position and accommodates a rear brass weight and your choice of a front lightweight carbon fibre or heavy brass insert. Also new is an optional 2.25mm carbon fibre chassis plate for the LAB TE01 4WD electric touring car kit. Last but not least comes a new nitro fuel that complies with the latest EFRA rules for 16% fuel. It comes in a newly designed can, extracts the maximum performance from the engine and reduces internal parts wear to a minimum.
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Novak introduce the new Vulcan Spec and Outlaw brushless motors. Based on the proven Ballistic platform the new motors feature a redesigned stator, new endbells, and updated options to make for the highest possible performance. Coming in two variants for sanctioned and outlaw races the Vulcan Spec is build using the largest wire permitted for spec racing classes while the Outlaw sports Novak’s new ULR ultra-low-resistance stator for maximum copper fill and power in ‘outlaw’ racing. Both motors are available as 10.5T, 13.5T, 17.5T and 21.5T variant.
Source: Novak [teamnovak.com]
ORC have two new high-power switched power supplies available. Coming as 12V 32A and 47A variant the unique switch mode design allows greater reliability than traditional mosfet designs, and each unit is equipped with overload, overheat and low voltage protection. Each supply features female Corally-style outlets, and comes with the required kettle lead. They even have a carry handle for easy transportation.
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Team C Racing announce new shock and differentials oils as an extension of their existing line of silicone fluids. In addition to the existing range of shock oils now also 100cps and 150cps as well as 900cps variants are available. Specially made for on-road and off-road gear differentials are the high viscosity 15,000wt, 20,000wt and 100,000wt oils. All come in large bottles with easy portioning tips.
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German company Raceberry introduce a conversion kit for the Tamiya TRF417 touring car. Included in the kit comes a new lower chassis and top deck, CNC-machined motor mount and updated bulkhead parts, new CNC-machined belt pulleys as well as new front and rear belts. The kit will become available in April and is exclusively sold by Tonisport.
Source: Raceberry [raceberry@web.de]
Xray introduce this 84T spur gear for the XB4 4WD buggy. Made from a composite material that is both durable and light of weight the gear allows for additional drivetrain setup possibilities. Marked for easy identification and available soon.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
JConcepts introduces a stylish, durable and lightweight alternative Titanium turnbuckle kit for the popular Team Associated vehicles. The base of the shafts design is centered around a .143” titanium hex size which gradually tapers down into a 3mm thread base design which accepts standard JC and AE ball-cup configurations. The focus of the styling surrounds the lengthened adjustment hex area and the ‘finned’ cuts that rotate about the center. The fin turnbuckles are lightweight and the original design brings out the glamour and quality that makes titanium one of the most sought after exotic materials in the world. The JConcepts turnbuckles are produced with left and right hand threads with the left being conveniently marked for easy orientation. The suitable JConcepts turnbuckle adjustment wrench is offered separately.
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