Coming from Ultimate Racing are new engine and exhaust combos using the M3X and M3R engines. Both come including the Ultimate Racing 2141 pipe and manifold exhaust, the Compak clutch system with aluminium shoes and 1mm springs as well as 13T vented clutch bells and Ultimate Racing bearings. Also included is a suitable air filter with pre-oiled foams.
Source: Modelix Racing [modelixracing.com]
Coming from Helix Designs is their new chassis scraper tool that helps to clean chassis from caked carpet fuzz. Instead of cleaning a chassis off with expensive break cleaner and lots of scrubbing, the chassis scraper allows to clean off most of the carpet gunk quickly while saving time, making the process much less tedious. In addition the tool will be save to aluminium chassis, preventing unsightly scratches.
Source: Helix Designs [helixdesigns.net]
ArndtCraft have introduced an updated Extreme Cool fan shroud for the Awesomatix A800 series of touring cars. Now adjustable, with indexing slotted channel, the fan mount offers ample adjustment for stock and modified motor spacing, to maintain proper motor to shroud spacing. Hardware comes included with the fan mount being available now.
Coming from Horizon Hobby are the new Spektrum Smart Technology chargers and LiPo battery packs. The Spektrum Smart Technology practically takes care of all of the battery’s vital aspects while storing unique data such as chemistry type, cycle count, charge rate, error log, and more, plus programming options to custom tailor the Smart LiPo battery to the owner’s needs. This innovative connection is made possible by an installed microchip on every battery, feeding the unique information through a data cable to the new IC3 and IC5 connectors. Every Smart LiPo battery is factory assembled with the next-generation IC3 or IC5 output connector that’s conveniently compatible with older devices equipped with EC3 and EC5 connectors. Owners can use Smart batteries with non-Smart systems, but only when connected to a Spektrum Smart device will all the benefits of Smart technology become obvious.
A new high-clearance wing for 1/10th scale buggies has been developed and manufactured by JConcepts. The HCW incorporates a short-chord design for quick rotation and a flat-base which provides more tire clearance. The durable design has chopped rear corners for rigidity plus a traditional rear trim-line for a great balance of down-force and low-drag. The side-dams of the wing feature hard radius cut-outs which allow even more tyre rear expansion and flex space. JConcepts designer Paul Wynn added dual stability fangs which also help boost the front to rear structure. The rear of the wing still maintains a high-angle to vertical rear dam to give drivers a straight-forward layout suited to high-speed circuits. The HCW is a direct bolt-on piece for most 1/10th buggies and includes two pieces per package. Cut-lines are positioned throughout for trim and tuning options to provide racers feel control over one of the most important elements in 1/10th off-road racing.
Xray have announced the soon release of the XB4 2019 1/10th scale 4WD buggy kit. The latest incarnation of the company’s ultra-successful and IFMAR World Championship winning kit will hit stores very soon and full details and images are expected to surface shortly.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
The third round of the South East Queensland Interclub race was held over the weekend at the Sunshine Coast track. Over 50 drivers attended the 2-day round and in the Nitro Buggy class it was Aaron Stringer with the TQ, giving him the pole position for the A-main. The main was set down for 30 minutes and after a small mistake on lap one Aaron was never headed again and lapped the whole field taking the win from Alex Bernadzik in 2nd and Geezer on the 3 spot.
Source: Futaba [futaba.co.jp]
Specially made for the US market is Capricorn’s new USA Version aluminium main chassis plate for the LAB F1-02 formula car. Developed for high to very high bite tracks as they are experienced in America, the main chassis and rear lower pod plate are machined from high-quality aluminium and they come black anodised and with machined edge details. Using the chassis over the standard carbon fibre components will improve traction and drivability.
Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]
