Tekno RC have announced the release of their World class line up of brushless square can motors. The Lektron Series has been in testing for the last few month and have proved to be a success. The lighter and more efficient design makes these motors have the highest output from the smallest package. Available in 2200kv, 1800kv and 1500kv and are perfect for use in 1/8th scale buggies.
Source: Tekno RC [teknorc.com]
With Short Course racing gaining popularity JConcepts have developed their Goose Bumps for the Slash / Slayer and SC10. Retaining the realistic look the tires are completely detailed with center lug all-terrain inspired tread and side wall. Combining a totally unique step pin and bar lug design with sticky green compound to allow even greater control on off-road surfaces. The Goose Bumps are a special breed, designed for maximum performance when new or used as the design allows even wear all the way down to the tire body. Once the driver wears through the initial pin, a bar follows to maximize potential on aggressive surfaces. The Goose Bumps incorporate a compact tire body with a crisp tread pattern with precise separation for intense short course racing competition. In new condition they excel on soft surfaces with either dry or wet conditions. Worn Goose Bumps excel on indoor or outdoor clay tracks where a slight groove has formed.
Core RC have released a number of new items for making working on your car, that bit easier. First up are these aluminium shock shaft pliers, which are available in anodised black and purple and are useable for a wide range of shock shaft diameters including 1/10 and 1/8th scale. Being aluminium they will not scratch the shaft. Also new are two magnetic parts trays for your pit table or work bench which ease the clutter of body clips, screws and washers etc. 10.5 x 8.7cm in size they are available in anodised purple or black aluminium.
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JConcepts have released 2 new body shells, the first being the Punisher body for the Losi 8ight T 2.0 and separates itself from the rest of the bodies on the market with it’s distinctive styling. Beginning with the newly designed grill and headlight treatment the Punisher stares you down like a trained fighter. The hood and cab treatment are amongst the lowest in class giving this body top notch performance and the bed area represents the latest offering for 1/8th truck racing, featuring a super low profile design for increased engine cooling, air flow and escape. Also for the Associated RC8e is the new Hi-Flow Illuzion shell, with special consideration made for the motor, battery box and extra clearance around the battery packs and thanks to JConcepts, the body is also a drop fit and requires no hassles when installing or removing the body.
Xceed have released their Cleaning gum for those hard to reach places. As with other similar products on the market, the gum works by pressing it on the dirty spot and pulling off the dirt and dust, even managing to pick up oil and grease. As a second usage it makes a great substance for waterproofing your car when you need to race in the rain. Available in a tub of 200 grams with a smaller 100 gram version to be released in May.
Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]
CS Electronic have released this Mega receiver pack for use in large scale vehicles. Configured as a hump pack, this 6.0V battery supplies 5000mAh of power, enough to easily drive the electronics in your 1/5th or 1/6th scale car during a long final. Comes supplied with BEC Flex silicone cables and a pre mounted Tamiya connector.
Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]
Xray now offers lightweight CNC-machined diff outdrive adapters, made from tough Hudy Spring Steel, for serious racers who are conscious of weight savings. Available for both the front and rear differentials, the shafts are precision ground and polished for smooth operation, and have been strategically machined to be lighter than the standard versions, a weight saving of 25% on the front and 20% on the rear.
LRP were in contact to inform us that they are auctioning off the car that DTM driver, and former Formula 1 racer, Markus Winkelhock drove at last weeks LRP TCM, for charity. The car is autographed and will be sold off to the highest bidder in the coming days on eBay, with all the money gathered going directly to ‘Aktion für krebskranke Kinder der Universitätskinderklinik in Heidelberg’, a special cancer clinic for children in the city of Heidelberg, and so a much deserving cause. The car itself is a Maverick Strada TC, a 1/10 4WD E-Touring car, with the body shell is a direct copy of the Markus’ current full size Audi A4 DTM-race car. So if you want to own this great piece of memorabilia, as well as help a great cause, then please place your bid by going to the auction page here.
