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November 8, 2019

Tekno RC EB410.2 1/10th 4WD buggy kit

Tekno RC have introduced the .2 variant of their popular EB410 1/10th scale 4WD buggy kit. The kit features many of the updated components from the ET410 platform but also several all-new elements have been included to further improve handling and durability. Now part of the package is a front end sway bar system along with new 15-degree low roll centre spindle carriers. The suspension has been upgraded with new pistons and revised shock towers. In the rear, Tekno RC have included new arms that allow front-mounted shocks, new adjustable roll centre rear hubs, and a new, taller one-piece wing mount to help improve aerodynamics and roll characteristics. Durability has also been improved with a new spur gear, a front bulkhead brace, heavy-duty ABCD hinge pin braces, and larger 3.5mm inner hinge pins. Kits are expected to ship by mid-November.

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November 8, 2019

Yeah Racing Big Bore Go 50mm & 55mm shock absorbers

Yeah Racing have introduced their new Big Bore Go pre-built aluminium shock absorbers. Ready to go right after adding the desired shock fluid, the dampers are available in 50mm and 55mm specification, allowing to use them in a range of applications such as touring and drift cars. Included in the sets come two different types of mounting ball studs as well as a range of springs and even pistons to fine-tune the units. Threaded aluminium shock bodies, anodised upper and lower caps as well as chromed shock pistons make for a high-quality appearance and long life. The shock sets are available in blue or black colour from now on.

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November 8, 2019

Shepherd Velox V8.2 advanced weight system

Shepherd have announced the release of their advanced weight system for the Velox V8.2 1/8th on-road kit. This set of optionals has already shown its potential at this year‘s World Championship and it is a direct replacement for the regular or brass battery mount. Included in the set are an aluminium tray made of high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium, two 18g balancing weights, a high quality carbon brace for the battery and all necessary mounting hardware. The needed mounting positions for the battery have been included in the radio plate of the Velox V8.2 so no DIY drilling is needed. The 18g weights are equipped with additional countersunk holes, making it possible to stack the weights if needed, with a total of five weights can be used in the aluminium tray. The set as well as all individual items are available from now on.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

November 8, 2019

Xpress XQ1 2.0mm mid motor high-clearance top deck

Coming from Xpress and made for their XQ1 series mid motor conversion kit is a 2.0mm carbon fibre high-clearance upper deck. The top deck is a direct fit and allows the use of large motor pinion gears as they are needed to achieve the desired gear ratios when competing in 21.5T stock motor classes. The top deck is machined from 2.0mm high-quality carbon fibre and it is available now.

Source: Xpress [rc-xpress.com]

November 8, 2019

Sawada leads competitive field at OneTen rounds 3 & 4

With the second stop of the 2019/20 OneTen Series presented by Infinity set to take place next weekend (November 16-17) at the Amazing Indoor Arena in Guangzhou, the organisers are very pleased to announce some big name drivers set to attend rounds 3 & 4 of the series. Winner of the opening two rounds, and current points leader in the Modified class, Jin Sawada will once again head the Infinity team’s challenge as he aims to extend his perfect scoring record as the series heads south. Guangzhou native, and current Chinese national champion, Gary Huang will be Xray’s lead driver at AMA as he returns to his preferred track surface having struggled somewhat on carpet at the opening round at RCI in Shanghai. Serpent have made a big push for what is essentially their home event with lead driver Yugo Nagashima making the trip from Japan to join Stick King from Hong Kong as they aim to go one place better than team mate Rocket Zhang achieved in Rd1 & 2 of the series and get a first win for the Chinese brand with their all new car. More information on the event can be found here and entry for all classes, Modified, Stock and FWD can be submitted here or directly with the Amazing Indoor Arena.

November 8, 2019

Xtreme Aerodynamics pre-cut 190mm touring car wings

Xtreme Aerodynamics have introduced their new pre-cut touring car wings for 190mm touring car body shells. The set includes two different design wings that allow to fine-tune overall downforce and driving feeling with the strong high-quality polycarbonate material ensuring stability and durability. Included with the wings, that fit most of today’s high-downforce 190mm touring car bodies, also come four pre-cut wing endplates.

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November 8, 2019

Absima HC series LiHV battery packs

Absima have announced the soon release of their all-new graphene technology HC competition LiHV battery packs. The batteries utilise high-quality 120C 4.35V high-voltage cells for a low internal resistance and highest possible performance and they are available as 8000/8300mAh (25.1mm tall) and 5500/5800mAh (20mm) standard as well as 5900/6100mAh (25.1mm) and 4200/4400mAh (22.2mm) shorty variants. The batteries can be charged to a standard 8.4V or high-voltage 8.7V, hence the different capacity readings, and all use 5mm bullet-type connectors and they come including standard balances harnesses.

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November 8, 2019

RPM Tenacity SCT/DB/T chassis skid plates

Coming from RPM is a new skid plate set for the Losi Tenacity SCT, DB and T vehicles that helps to bulletproof the popular trucks. The front and rear skid plates are designed to fit both the moulded chassis version of the Tenacity as well as the aluminium chassis option. A key breakage area of the moulded Tenacity chassis is the area located just behind the front bulkhead mounting screws. By tying together the four bulkhead mounting screws with the two screws holding the steering mounting posts in place, the plate beefs up the strength and durability of the entire front end of the chassis, helping to reduce that pesky breakage problem while adding some much needed abrasion resistance to the chassis. As for the aluminium chassis, the skid plates will not only increase the longevity of the valuable alloy main plate, they will also significantly reduce the amount of scuffs and scratches it will receive since the skid plates are the lowest impact point on the chassis. Out back, the rear skid plate adds some much needed abrasion and wear protection for both the moulded composite and aluminium chassis. Drivers will also encounter less build-up of dirt and debris between the chassis and the lower rear bumper mount since the rear skid plate sits lower than the bumper mount. Both the front and rear skid plate are moulded from high-quality nylon material for durability and they come including mounting hardware.

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