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March 31, 2022

Rêve D R-tune PC rear spring

Rêve D have introduced their new R-tune PC rear spring. This multi-winding type PC rear spring excels in relatively low-grip road surfaces such as P tiles and coloured concrete. Utilising the amazing ‘SWO’ material that has been proven in the previously released R-tune series giving a strong kicking feeling even at higher spring rates and controlled performance. They continue to use the popular 2-way structure that enables you to flip the top and bottom of the spring, allowing you to instantly adjust it according to the road surface conditions and driving skills. There are 3 types in the line-up (medium, medium hard & hard) and they are available separately or as a full set in its own dedicated box.

View the box set here

March 31, 2022

Speedzone Evolution 2S LiHV shorty pack

Speedzone has released their latest Evolution 2S LiHV shorty pack. The 60000mAh 7.6V 130C shorty pack has 5mm bullet connectors, measures 96x47x25mm and weighs 215g. Many hours of testing went into the cell composition design, resulting in the pack’s ability to offer the same resistance and average voltage characteristics when running at either normal liPo peak voltage of 4.2v per cell or LiHV peak voltage of 4.35v per cell.

Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]

March 30, 2022

Tekno NB48 2.0 revised body shell

Tekno have released this revised body for the NB48 2.0. It maintains the original body’s distinctive design elements and style while slightly increasing the cab width. The modification adds extra internal room to optionally use the short air filter tube included with previous versions of the NB48 and NT48 vehicles.

Source: Tekno [teknorc.com]

March 30, 2022

Infinity IF14-2 FWD balancing bumper weight

For the Infinity IF14-2 FWD, Creation Model have introduced this balancing weight for the front bumper with a weight of 45grams. For use on asphalt surfaces in low grip conditions or when you want to increase weight over the front axle and increase driving stability. Can be added to the kit’s standard 85 grams for a total of 130 grams and the weight also includes special new foam bumper to fit this additional weight.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

March 28, 2022

Intellect 2022 LiPo range

Intellect have released a large new range of LiPo’s to the table for 2022. Covid-19 meant there was no new range for 2021 so this is the first update in 2 years. The batteries are identified by having metallic green labelling and have improved power from 2020 specs along with several new shapes to suit a wide range of classes. BRCA/EFRA Legal for 2022 and beyond, all the batteries have a burst current of 120C and have LIHV technology.

View the complete list of new packs here

March 28, 2022

Awesomatix A12 short steering blocks & alloy block post

Awesomatix have introduced three new front end options for their A12 1/12th scale. The first two are optional steering blocks, standard axle position and a trailing version, with both being 1.4mm shorter in overall height, which provides additional 0,7mm space for droop/ride height settings. The final new item is an 5deg alloy steering block post which is 2,3g lighter each compared to the standard steel versions. Also steering block tubes are no longer needed when using these axles.

View the other new items here

March 25, 2022

Prostar RC Products Electro-Magnetic braking system

Prostar RC Products have introduced the only patented Electro-Magnetic braking system for 1/8 & 1/5 scale nitro vehicles. This innovation takes all the noise and fuss out of braking for your nitro vehicle as you enjoy backyard bashing or simply winning races and chasing titles. The Mag Brake makes it simple using only 8 parts. Eliminating up to 47 parts from the conventional brake system in a Nitro Car including multiple linkages, cams, springs, screws, stops, spacers, bearings, rods, pads and the large throttle brake servo. To install simply remove your centre bulkhead and differential. Re-using the stock differential and top plate, install their universal mag brake and car model-specific adapter kit in minutes. Power is supplied using the standard 7.4vdc receiver pack with a Dean’s plug for quality on and off connection. Connect the Mag brake controller to your throttle servo, front and rear magnets and to the receiver. Setup is simple, download the free Android or IOS application, power up your car, pair and adjust using their powerful class 1 Bluetooth, capable of up to 300feet depending on your model of phone. The first release in from July with versions for the RC8B4, TLR 8ightX and MBX8R expected with others to follow and for 1/5 scale in December of this year.

View more details & options here

March 25, 2022

RC Maker Tekno NB48 2.0 carbon tank gaurd

RC Maker have introduced their carbon tank guard for the Tekno NB48 2.0 Buggy. The carbon tank guard shields the tank from heat generated by the exhaust, which can heat up fuel and cause damage to your fuel tank. It guard protects the tank from melting in crashes that may cause the pipe to get knocked inwards next to the tank. For installation, simply drill two holes in the upper catchment section of the tank, install your preferred M3x8 Screws and M3 Locknuts, and tighten. The guard can be used with the fuel line clips also to keep everything neat and tidy. The tank guard is 1mm thick and CNC Machined in Australia from high quality carbon fibre and features a nice CNC engraved RC MAKER Logo.

View an image of the guard mounted