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August 1, 2019

Yeah Racing SCX10 II alloy front axle housing

Yeah Racing have introduced an aluminium axle housing for the Axial SCX10 II trail truck. Coming in hard-coated black or silver appearance, the axle housing is precision CNC-machined for best possible fitment and looks. In addition the metal axle housing, that is usable on the front and the rear of the truck, will improve overall durability, drivetrain efficiency, and stability and it includes bearing holders as well.

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August 1, 2019

Ruddog 6500mAh 15.2V 100C Graphene Plus LiHV pack

Ruddog have introduced their new 6500mAh 15.2V 100C Graphene Plus LiHV pack for 1/8th scale applications. Built from high-quality 100C high-voltage LiPo cells the battery offers a high capacity and low internal resistance, ideal for demanding off-road applications and long main finals. The translucent 138x46x48mm hardcase is equipped with 5mm power connectors and an integrated 5-pin XH balancer port, doing away with the fiddly wire balancer ports of most 4S packs. Included with the battery, that weighs in at 560g, comes a balancer adapter for easy charging and storage balancing. The LiHV pack is supplied in a neat reusable packing for easy transportation and storage.

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August 1, 2019

Serpent 988e Taipan 1/8th electric pan car kit

Coming soon from Serpent is the 988e Taipan 1/8th electric pan car kit. The “rigid” pan car chassis features an innovative 2-belt drivetrain, flexible battery configurations and a lightweight overall design for less stress on motor, speed controller and batteries. Other features include easily interchangeable spur gears, adjustable body mount height, 988 steering blocks for leading or trailing axles, adjustable upper arm mounts, adjustable tube angles, front flex adjustments as well as easy ride height adjustments using shims. The car will accept standard 1/8th tyres and bodies and full information will become available in time for the official release that is scheduled for end of August.

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August 1, 2019

Branislav Panak wins rained-out Czech IC Track Nats Rd3

Round 3 of the Czech IC Track Nationals was held in Brno recently. Running the track in reverse direction, the fast layout and tyre-hungry surface made for some challenging conditions for all drivers. To this added rainy weather on Saturday that ultimately forced the race director to call the event a day. With the results taken from the three qualifying rounds it was Xray’s Branislav Panak with the overall win from Xray teammate, Marcel Dostal. Shepherd’s Martin Zvara came in 3rd to round out the podium.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

August 1, 2019

Arrowmax T4 Medius mid-motor chassis conversion kit

Following a first teaser image Arrowmax have announced the release of their new Medius mid-motor chassis conversion kit for the Xray T4 touring car. Using the vehicle in mid-motor mode will increase steering, traction and cornering speed while also making the car easier to drive fast. The chassis conversion allows to mount the steering servo on the left or right hand side, depending on the chosen battery type with the kit being usable with standard, shorty or the new Petite mid-size LiPo battery packs. Included with the conversion, that is available as 2.25mm carbon fibre or 2.0mm alloy chassis variant, is a 2.0mm carbon fibre upper deck, a redesigned carbon fibre servo mount holder, a 7075 alloy single-piece motor mount, redesigned 7075 centre pulleys as well as a chassis stiffener that enables the owner to access different chassis flex settings. The kit, that is usable with 2019 down to 2017 specification T4 cars, is available from now on.

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August 1, 2019

BSRC A319 carbon fuel tank splash guard

Coming from BSRC and made for the new Agama A319 buggy is a carbon fibre fuel tank splash guard. Machined from high-quality carbon material the splash guard attaches using optional M3x8mm hardware and M3 nyloc nuts and it keeps the brakes and air filters from getting fuel on them during hectic pit stops.

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August 1, 2019

AE introduce new Sendero Factory Team optionals

Associated Electrics have announced the release of new Factory Team option parts for the Element RC Sendero trail truck. First up are optional aluminium fairleads for the Sendero bumper that increase durability and provide a custom look. They are available in four colours including natural silver, gun metal, green and blue. Also new are aluminium and brass bead lock hex adaptors that increase durability and provide weight where it is needed. These hex adaptors also feature the SLW-style bolt pattern and can be used on many aftermarket wheels. The brass hex adaptors add 15.4 grams per wheel for a total weight increase of 61.6 grams while the aluminium hex adaptors add 4.9 grams per wheel for a total weight increase of 19.6 grams. Last but not least come 6mm steel wheel hexes that increase durability and provide a total weight increase of 15.2 grams.

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August 1, 2019

TLR 22 5.0 DC Elite Race Kit 2WD buggy

Coming soon from Team Losi Racing is the 22 5.0 DC Elite Race Kit 2WD dirt/clay buggy. Taking the successful 22 5.0 platform as a base and including all of the key option parts that TLR’s factory race team uses to win across the world, the 22 5.0 DC Elite is pro level ready right out of the box. Option parts coming with the kit include carbon fibre, black anodised aluminium and titanium turnbuckles. The specification list starts with +2mm front and rear carbon fibre shock towers, an electronics mounting plate as well as a rear wing washer. The alloy options include the steering bell cranks, drag link, servo mount, outer front bearing inserts, rear camber block, C and D pivots, and aluminium nuts throughout. The kit includes inner rear pivots with roll centre, track width, anti-squat and toe adjustment paired with the Variable Height Axle (VHA) rear hubs which also give more roll centre and axle height adjustment. Included are also titanium turnbuckles throughout the buggy to save weight and increase performance. The included G3 shocks give the 22 5.0 the handling of the Gen II shocks, but with long-anticipated ease of use improvements. Other features include the super heavy duty slipper assembly, a ball differential, a lightweight 0.8mm body shell, a low front wing as well as Stiffezel front suspension arms, mud guards, and waterfall and soft rear suspension arms. The kit will hit stores by the end of August.

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