RudeBits have introduced their new lithium-based grease for the use on gears and CV-style driveshafts. Extensively tested and proven to withstands high temperatures, this grease is ideal for gears, pinions and CV driveshafts as it makes for a smooth, efficient and long-lasting drivetrain thanks to exceptional lubrication and anti-flick characteristics.
Source: RudeBits [rudebits.co.uk]
Hudy have introduced their updated car stands for 1/10th scale on-road and off-road cars that are of a more compact design. Featuring a black powder-coated surface and stylish Hudy graphics the car stands feature a low-profile design that saves space both in the pits and during transport and storage. Upper foam pads ensure the chassis and car stand do not become scratched during use while lower rubber dots prevent the car stand from slipping around on the setup board or pit table. The on-road variant also features four individually marked holes to hold shock absorbers during refilling. The V3 touring, formula and pan car and V2 1/10th off-road car stand are available from now on.
Serpent have revealed first images and information of their forthcoming new Viper 988e 1/8th electric on-road kit. The car combines the race-proved suspension geometry, sturdy driveline and smooth shock absorbers of the nitro-powered 988 and combines them with the weight bias, flex options and belt driver layout of the Project 4X 1/10th electric touring car. The result is a lightweight chassis with optimised weight distribution and best possible efficiency. The design of the car also makes it super easy to work on for quick setup adjustments and maintenance. The car builds on a lightweight and super narrow 4mm alloy main chassis plate with symmetrical layout and central fixing points fort the suspension, batteries and electronics. The 2-belt drivetrain layout ensures perfect weight distribution and improved efficiency with the mid-shaft assembly allowing for easy spur gear changes. A vertical top deck, as used by some 1/10th electric touring cars, is the backbone of the car that gives the chassis the perfect balance between torsional flex and longitudinal stiffness.
Coming from Avid and made for the TLR 22 series of kits is a titanium king pin screw set. It allows to remove some weight from the kit steel king pin screws and add some nice looks to the vehicle. The screws are machined from billet 6Al-4V titanium, they are 50 percent lighter than the stock parts and for the 22 5.0/4.0/3.0, 22-4 2.0/1.0, 22T 4.0/3.0, and 22SCT 3.0.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
T-Works have announced the release of a rear stainless steel rear chassis skid plate set for the TLR 8ight and 8ight-X buggies. The skid plate simply attaches to the lower side of the chassis and helps to protect the main plate from becoming overly damaged when running low ride height setting, on abrasive surfaces or on tracks with huge jumps. The plate features laser-etched T-Works logos and the set includes two of them.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
Axon have introduced their new flex type NBR rubber precision shock bladders for 1/10th electric touring cars. Using a specially-sourced rubber material and an optimised shape, the bladders will improve the shock action for improved damper performance and thus traction and corner speed. The bladders come in packs of four and they are usable for cars such as the Infinity IF14, Tamiya TRF419XR, Xray T4 and Yokomo BD9.
Source: Axon [team-axon.com]
Coming for the Xpress GripXero D1 drift car are new positive Ackermann steering plates. Changing to these will allow for a faster car in slides and owners will also get a little bit more steering lock with these plates. The parts are machined from high-quality carbon fibre and they are a direct fit.
Kyosho have announced the release of two new centre traction weights for the TF7.7 electric touring car. Made of high-quality brass material and coming in 24g and 16g specification the weights help to up the overall weight of the car when running lightweight components and also to adjust weight bias to your liking. The weights are a direct fit, they sport a natural finish and they come including mounting hardware.
