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August 22, 2015

Reedy Sonic 540-M3 competition brushless motors

Reedy have introduced the new Sonic 540-M3 540-size competition brushless motors. On the outside, the 540-M3 appears very similar to the Mach 2, but look closely nothing has been carried over from the previous model. A 3-piece CNC machined can reduces weight while improving airflow, component fit, and bearing alignment. Heavy-duty silver-plated solder tabs are not only thicker to reduce resistance, but are also cupped to aid soldering, and well supported to prevent internal connections from fatiguing over time. Inside the motors feature an all-new stator design, pure copper magnet wire, and low-resistance collector rings. Available short-stack 17.5 and 13.5 versions suit 1S-powered pan cars and under the right circumstances can create a power advantage in 2S-powered buggies, trucks, and touring cars while the modified variants offer a new stator design which improves mid-range feel. A balanced, high-strength sintered rotor provides powerful, fade-free performance thanks to improved manufacturing processes. To fine-tune for specific applications and tracks, a variety of optional rotors are available. Lastly, larger precision stainless steel ball bearings have been fitted to accommodate high RPM loads with improved reliability. Several versions, from 3.5T to 9.5T modified and 10.5T to 25.5T, are available and all meet ROAR, EFRA, and IFMAR specifications.

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August 21, 2015

DRaceRC MBX7 graphite design aluminium radio tray

New from DRaceRC and distributed by Planet Racing is an optional radio tray for the Mugen MBX7 and MBX7R. Designed to improve the layout and the accessibility of the components the radio tray is machined from 7075 aluminium, it comes hard coated in a carbon look and it also incorporates a transponder mount. The receiver battery box is designed to house hump-style battery packs while the radio plate mounts the servos on the inside of the chassis. The throttle servo has also been moved 1mm backwards and the steering servo now sits 2mm forward.

Source: Planet Racing [planetracing.it]

August 21, 2015

RPM shock duplicator tool

RPM’s new shock duplicator tool helps to determine if your car’s shock absorbers are identical. Its simple, accurate and inexpensive design makes rebound and shock length comparison a breeze. The tool is usable with 1/8th to 1/16th scale shocks of up to 158mm in length and all gauge indicator and scale readings are moulded directly into the tool for lifelong accuracy.

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August 21, 2015

Xtreme Racing X1 & RC8B3 carbon fibre option parts

Xtreme Racing have new carbon fibre option parts for the Xray X1 and Team Associated RC8B3 available. First up are carbon fibre upper arms for the X1. Cut from 2.5mm quasi 3K weave material the arms are available with or without an additional support brace that will make for improved durability. Also new is a 2.5mm connecting brace for the front suspension parts of Xray’s formula chassis. Last but not least and made for Team Associated’s RC8B3 buggy are 5mm front and 4mm rear shock towers. The parts are direct replacements for the stock shock towers.

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August 21, 2015

VBC Racing Firebolt RM rear arm mounts

VBC Racing have new optional rear arm mounts for the Firebolt RM buggy available. Coming as 2.0, 2.5 and 4.0 degree variant the parts are made from high-quality aluminium, they are laser-etched for easy identification and help to fine-tune the rear end grip and traction of the buggy on various track surfaces.

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August 21, 2015

Team C 1.9″ crawler aluminium rim

Team C 1.9" crawler aluminium rim

Team C Racing have introduced a 1.9″ aluminium rim for 1/10th rock crawler. The multi-piece wheel is machined from high-quality material and it comes with bead-lock rings in red anodising, making them usable with a range of 1.9″ tyres. They come as pairs and should fit most 1.9″ crawlers.

Source: Team C [teamcracing.net]

August 20, 2015

Niclas Manson wins at Swedish Summer Cup Rd4

Round four of the Swedish Summer Cup was held at the Västerort astro turf track in superb weather conditions. In the 2WD class the Team Associated duo of Niclas Mansson and Mattias Fransson came in 1st and 2nd after the qualifiers with young Elias Johansson (Serpent) rounding out the top 3. The opening A-main then saw a battle of the top 3 with Niclas and Mattias ending the leg separated by only around half a second. Elias came in 3rd some four seconds down. In the second A-main Elias pushed a bit more and he even was in the lead for some time but he had to make way foe Mattias Fransson while leg one winner Niclas only came in fourth place. The third and decisive main was a pretty entertaining affair with some changes up front and it was ultimately Niclas Mansson who took the win and with it the overall victory. Elias came in 2nd to seal an overall third place while Mattias’ fourth place handed him the runner-up spot.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

August 20, 2015

Arrowmax 5000mAh 110C/55C 2S LiPo battery pack

Arrowmax is the latest company to step into the LiPo battery game by introducing a 5000mAh 7.4V pack. Built from high-quality 110C/55C cells and coming in a protective hardcase the battery features “through-type” tube connectors for 4mm bullet-type plugs, making it easily usable for a range of applications including touring cars and off-road vehicles. The split-type sticker on the sides ensure that the battery looks good over a long period of time even when using strong battery mounting tape.

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