Made for the Kyosho Inferno MP10 1/8th off-road buggy is 7075.it’s closed switch cover. Machined from high-quality aluminium and coming with an anodised surface finish for wear and looks, the laser-etched part replaces the standard switch cover with a closed variant for all drivers that scrapped the standard switch over a DIY “plug” solution.
Source: 7075.it [7075.it]
RC-Project have introduced their new “Limited Edition” titanium clutch bell retaining screw for 1/8th off-road and single-speed GT vehicles. Machined from highest quality Grade 5 6Al4V titanium the screw will offer different thermal expansion compared to steel, making it possible to undo or fasten the bolt even when the engine is still hot after a run. In addition the new design of the fastener prevents it from rubbing on the clutch bearing or end bell which reduces heat built up while adding to the overall durability of the whole system. With a screw head thickness of 3mm the clutch bell retainer also presents collisions with the fuel tank in tight surroundings. What also makes the screw stand out is the 5.5mm socket head that allows for much easier and more reliable assembly and easier removal compared to using a classic 2.5mm hex head. As each screw features a unique number, RC-Project gives a 1-year warranty on the fastener that is available separately or in pairs.
Available soon from Smokem are new lower split design aluminium bulkheads for the Xpress XQ1. Offering vastly improved flex characteristics, the parts allow the car to generate improved grip while offering a wider tuning window. Another key difference to the stock bulkheads is the use of flanged bearings for mounting the swaybars to the bulkheads. This allows the bearings to be inserted from the centre of the car for easier installation and smoother operation. The bulkheads will be available as a complete set of four with bearings included as well as separately, and they suit both the standard XQ1 and mid-pulley converted XQ1.
Source: Smokem Racing [smokem-racing.com]
Serpent have introduced an optional radio plate for the 989 Viper 1/8th on-road kit. Made from 2.5mm thick ultra high quality carbon fibre, the radio plate offers a stiffer option to the standard 2mm part. Used by team drivers at the 2019 World Championships, this option is designed to increase steering response along with adding to the overall stability of the car.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
Made for Tamiya’s popular SW-01 stunt truck and coming from Yeah Racing is the hybrid aluminium and carbon fibre roll assist bracket. Made up using black anodised aluminium and machined carbon fibre, the roof-mounted bracket allows for easier front rolls and front flips compared to just having the flat roof of the standard Lunch Box body shell, making it a must have for everyone who wants to extract maximum fun from the little truck. The bracket is a direct fit and it is available in black or blue colour.
Coming from Mugen and made for their MRX series 1/8th on-road cars are new design front an rear wheel quick change levers. Of an updated design the front levers feature a new shape and also a non-slip serrated area in order to allow for more convenient and fast wheel changing while the rear levers feature a prolonged section, again to make wheel removal faster and more secure. The levers are available in separate sets in eluding mounting hardware and springs.
Muchmore have announced the soon release of their new small and large sized tool bags. Both are made of high-quality fabric and they feature sturdy zippers and sport a black, red and white appearance. The small bag measures roughly 220x110x90mm while the large bag comes in at 250x190x80mm. The latter also includes an inner partition to make things tidier. While being large enough to hold a variety of tools, the padded design also allow to store more precious items such as chargers and other electronic devices.
Sunpadow have officially introduced their all-new Platin Series 5200mAh Slim Pack LiPo battery pack. Of a revolutionary new design the hardcase battery is only 36mm wide which is about 24 percent narrower than a traditional 47mm battery and at 5200mAh capacity the pack weighs in at only 246g, however the major benefit of the slim battery is a greatly improved weight balance compared to a standard size battery pack as it optimises the weight distribution especially of today’s mid-motor touring cars. The Slim Pack battery was used by Xray and Sunpadow factory driver, Bruno Coelho to win the Touring Modified class last weekend’s SIGP event in Xiamen, China in pretty dominant fashion. The battery measured 139x36x25.1mm, it is built using high-performance 65C/130C cells and with 5200mAh it offers more than enough runtime even for power-hungry modified classes.
View an image of Bruno’s car here
