T-Works have announced the release of captured titanium rear outer hinge pins for the Tekno RC EB410 and ET410 kits. The design of the suspension shafts improves overall reliability due to the captured design while the lightweight and corrosion resistant titanium material reduces unsprung masses. The set includes a pair of hinge pins and suitable nyloc nuts.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
Coming from DMS Partz and made by TMG Speed are the new Reactor shock pistons for the Corally SBX-410 buggy. The pistons are designed for better bump handling whilst still allowing the buggy to jump and land well. They come packed in pairs, and the pre-drilled ones are available as 2×1.2mm, 3×1.2mm or 4×1.2mm variants to allow drivers to tune and enlarge the holes to their own liking or preference, but also available are blank versions with four pilot holes to drill as required.
Source: X-Factory [xfactoryrc.co.uk]
Reedy have announced a hi-torque rotor option for the popular Sonic S-Plus Spec motor range. Because the rotor is produced using high-strength material, low-end torque and brake strength are improved with a reduction in fade during a race. The Hi-Torque rotor comes balanced for smooth operation and is easily identified by the part number laser etched on the shaft and its distinctive blue ring.
Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]
CML Distribution have announced the soon release of the FTX Outback Fury Xtreme 1/10 4×4 Pro Spec trail roller. Based on the FTX Fury, the Outback Fury Xtreme is bringing together new features and the current crop of aftermarket Fury option parts for a hardcore rig ready to add the owner’s choice of electronics. Factory assembled and finished with a pre-painted scale styled pick-up body the Xtreme comes complete with moulded tubular roll cage and integrated roof top LED light bar. With metal axle and pinion gears, drive housings, centre telescopic sliding driveshafts and a complete metal 3-gear transmission the Xtreme is ready for the toughest courses. The super stiff carbon fibre chassis rails provide the ultimate platform for the 6mm steel multi-link suspension to navigate terrain, while aluminium oil-filled shock absorbers smooth out the bumps. Other features include aftermarket CNC machined aluminium accessories, painted metal axle covers, chrome hub covers and super soft aggressive tread high traction tyres. The ARTR kit will hit stores by mid-June.
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MonacoRC have introduced their new Supreme Essential Products aluminium shim sets in black and orange colour. Measuring 3mm x 6mm and being available in 0.5mm, 1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm and 3.0mm thickness, the shims come in several sets including 80-pieces mix kits that include 20 shims each of 0.5mm, 1.0mm, 2.0mm and 3.0mm, 30-piece kits of ten 0.5mm, 1.0mm and 1.5mm shims as well as 30-piece kits of 1.0mm, 2.0mm and 3.0mm. The shims are also available separately as ten or 20-piece packs of each thickness and they come in MonacoRC’s coloured assortment boxes that include neat stickers and that are also available separately while the larger 80-piece packs come in clear parts boxes.
Bittydesign have introduced their new Agata GT12 1/12th scale pan car body shell. Offering a low front section for exceptional steering and a wide cabin design for great overall downforce and straight-line stability, the body’s design also ensures optimised airflow towards the rear wing for a well-balanced overall performance. The lid is a universal fit for all GT12 and 1/12th scale pan car chassis and it is made of lightweight 0.75mm Lexan Polycarbonate material. Included with the body and rear wing come overspray film, window masks as well as a decal sheet.
Coming from Rusti Design is the V2 carbon fibre rear shock tower for the Team Associated RC10 2WD vintage buggy. Machined from high-quality 3mm carbon fibre, the shock stay features the standard shock geometry, however its design allows to use both standard and modern big bore shock absorbers. Compared to the V1 variant the V2 tower also sports mounting positions for optional AE B5M wing stays, ensuring for more secure wing mounting that also protects the shock stay while offering stiffer wing attachment. The shock tower is usable with all RC10 variants.
The second round of the Brazilian State Championships was held at the AARC Racing Track in Santo André, Brazil last weekend. Erich Heshiki (Xray) took the overall TQ in the 8.5T Modified Touring class, tie on points with Awesomatix’s Dennis Pickthall. The triple A-mains saw Erich coming out on top in all mains for the overall as Cesar Salvadori (ARC) snatched the runner-up spot from Dennis in 3rd overall.
Source: Awesomatix [awesomatix.com]
