New from Tamiya for their TA07 chassis is this aluminium bulkhead set. These new parts replace the standard plastic parts for improved stiffness which in turn improves the drivetrain efficiency, suspension accuracy and anti-roll bar function. There is also an additional mounting position for the upper link using an insert. The set is blue anodised and comes with the required fasteners and bearings.
Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]
Muchmore have introduced this multi droop gauge & support blocks to be used with 1/10 and 1/12 On road. Featuring two different sets of measurements on the gauge, the white on black letters are for touring while the black on white numbers are for pan car. These are used for 1/10 touring with the droop block set horizontally while for pan car the droop blocks are used vertically. For Pancar or F1 droop is measured between 0mm and -3mm in 0.2mm increments while for touring car the range is between 4mm and 7mm, again in 0.2mm increments.
Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]
Avid have released a black version of their Truss 1/8th scale buggy wheel, previously only available in white and yellow. The wheel name is derived from the internal ribbing that uses the strength of triangles instead of having straight ribs. The focus of the Truss starts at the centre of the wheel so the tighter triangles help keep the torque strength right where you want it when applying all your throttle, at the nut. Outer channels remove a little rotating mass at the furthest point but more importantly they help the foam from shifting side to side. The benefit on track is that the car has more stability, especially when you are off power trying to swerve left and right to avoid a wreck or through a set of switchbacks after a high speed section.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
Schumacher are pleased to introduce the latest in a long line of successful 1/10th offroad tires, the Mezzo. Featuring a completely new carcass design, where development has focused on the thickness of the profile to support the pin and improve its life. The Mezzo has a varied pin type across the tire, enabling it to be more suitable to a wider variety of track conditions, including long and short pile astro. The pin type gives improved side traction whilst maintaining forward traction. It also lasts longer and has better bump handling, due to its taller sidewall profile. The front 4wd tire is aimed at longer pile astro and lower gip and pins can be cut to reduce traction if required. For 2wd they are still recommending the U6770 Low Profile Cut Stagger combined with Mezzo rear, for a longer life tire set up. Ultimately the popular Dart tire could be faster over a single run in some conditions, but life is much extended with the Mezzo. It’s a great all-rounder. Ultimately the Mezzo is aimed at Astro, Yellow compound for dry high performance, Silver for wet and Blue for longer life.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
The releases are coming thick and fast from Xray as the Slovakian brand updates their line-up for 2021. The latest car to get an update is the X1, their Formula 1 chassis is set for release this Friday. Like all teasers the details on the new changes are missing but we will know all this week.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
A simple but nice product from Yeah Racing with the release of their battery volt checker. Comes in a stealthy carbon case to match the other items on your pit table. The dual 4/5mm banana plugs let you use this with all different type of battery packs and the voltage is clearly shown on the display.
Tamiya’s new Ford Escort Mk.II Rally is beautifully detailed, featuring a polycarbonate shell that includes additional bolt on items like mirrors, bumpers and fog lamps. The body is pre-painted in white with a blue livery right off the Rally circuit. The Escort sits atop their MF-01X 4WD chassis and is perfect for both on- and offroad Rally driving. A rear-mounted motor, gear differentials, a Tamiya Torque-Tuned Motor and TBLE-02S ESC are all standard features.
Source: Tamiya USA [tamiyausa.com]
Reds Racing have introduce their new generation of nitro GT engines called the 521 GTS. The new engine, available in steel or ceramic bearing versions, features high reliability, tuning stability and great fuel mileage, combined with specific technical changes in the porting and new materials. This 5 port engine claims to offer higher power and better fuel efficiency compared to other engines. The S line features a new and unique high stiffness crankcase design and uses all new materials and casting technology. The engine is produced with pressure die casting, which is a very high quality process, while previous generation R line crankcase was with gravity casting. Another big improvement is the brand new aluminium carburettor, again made using pressure die casting. The decision to change carburettor materials from plastic to aluminium further improves idle stability and tuning. The new carburettor is 30° inclined for better fluid dynamics to increase engine power and has an insulator to reduce carburettor temperature and increase idle stability at high temperatures.
