Ohio Hobby Plus have released their new line of OHP LiPo batteries. With two new packs to choose from their is the 6000mAh 65C 7.4volts 2S2P hard case pack and a 5600mAh 65C 3.7 volts 1S single cell hard case pack, both with 4mm bullet connectors. At true C rating, these two pack were designed for any level of competition with excellent discharge time and low internal resistance. Both are ROAR approved.
Source: Ohio Hobby Plus [ohiohobbyplus.com]
Seen during our coverage from this year’s Toy Fair, Shepherd have releases their all new Shepherd tool bag. Available as a single tool bag or as a complete set filled with 15 of the most needed high quality Shepherd tools, which include some new items like allen ball wrenches, socket drivers and screw drivers. Equipped with various elastic loops the 26x21x4ccm bag can store up to 16 tools at once. The bag is made of high quality, long wearing, carbon looking material and sports the Shepherd Logo which is embroidered on the front and back side. All tools are manufactured from the finest material available for increased strength and durability, the blue anodized handle is CNC-machined from high quality aluminium and features a diamond pattern for optimized grip. For easy identification the handles are marked with grooves according to the size of the tip and all tips are manufactured from a special hardened steel.
View the list of tools included in the complete set
Xray have released this aluminium front middle shaft holder for the RX8, which includes and lightweight aluminium collar – short, composite bushings and 6×13 high-speed ball-bearings. The lightened locating collar is made from tough 7076 T6 aluminium, while composite bushings secure ball-bearings in both sides of the hub carrier allowing perfect fitment and smooth operation to ultimately impart much higher lifetime compared to bearings installed directly into aluminium. The ultra-strong construction of the premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum front middle shaft holder provides very long life and durability. Xray have also released a complete line of high-performance kevlar reinforced optional belts for the RX8.
Seen at this year’s Shizuoka Hobby Show in Japan that is taking place this week, is the new prototype Yokomo 2wd buggy. Currently just made from prototyping material there was little details available so we contacted Yokomo who told us that the car’s design is not yet finalized and that it will not be ready for this year’s Worlds. Their team drivers will once again run the B4.1 in 2wd.
Image: Tresrey [tresrey.com]
Schumacher have announced a new gear diff for the Mi4 range of cars. Made by World Champion gear diff suppliers Spec R this will fit directly into the Mi4CX but will also fit older cars with blade style drive shafts, such as the Mi3, Mi3.5, Mi4, and Mi4LP. So far in testing their drivers have been using Schumacher 70wt – 100wt shock oil in the diff for best results. Very little maintenance is required compared to regular ball diff under high load conditions with modern powerful brushless systems.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
Xray have released new aluminium steering blocks with 5° kingpin for the XB808. CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, they are then hard coated for extra durability and long life. The new 5 degrees of inclination increases in-corner steering and is recommended for technical tracks where in corner steering is needed. These new steering blocks are 1mm narrower which also helps increase the steering. Using the standard wheel hexes the offset is -1mm compared to old steering blocks with standard wheel hexes. Ultra-strong construction provides very long life and durability in even the most extreme racing conditions. Includes composite bushings to secure ball-bearings in both sides of the steering block, allowing perfect fitment and smooth operation to ultimately impart much higher lifetime compared to bearings installed directly into aluminium steering blocks.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Yeah Racing have released a number of new parts for Tamiya M chassis’ beginning with this single piece aluminium gearbox plate for the Tamiya M06. A perfect replacement for the stock plastic plate it helps dissipate heat and unlike the stock version which requires assembling, this is a single piece. Also new is this large aluminium heat sink plate for the M05. The original M05 car does not come with a heat sink for the motor which can overheat, so this product is specially designed to solve this issue. Finally Yeah Racing have launch several new motor gears/pinions for Tamiya car kits, which are made from hard coated aluminium. Available in a wide range of teeth from 18T to 26T.
Shepherd have introduced their new 1/8 scale bodyshell called the GT-C5 light. Developed in Germany according to the new IFMAR regulations for the 1/8 scale class, which stipulates lower sides, this shell is EFRA homologated (#31524). Featuring easy handling with lots of downforce the new front end design and recessed central front area creates lots of steering too. The body is made from 0,75mm thick high quality clear polycarbonate and is available now.
Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]
