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June 1, 2021

Ielasi Tuned GP9R & Dusty R .21 engines

Ielasi Tuned have introduced two new updates to their line of engines, the GP9R and the Dusty R. The most noticeable difference is the new grey cooling heads which going forward will be the colour the company adopts as its own. The GP9R has only had some small changes to this already reliable platform with new timing and so has a new button and the carburettor has a new black delrin ring on the bellows. The Dusty R takes a step away from its ‘entry level’ roots and the R is a new race version. Featuring a lightened crankshaft with red silicone as well as DLC treatment it has completely revised timing, a double shield front bearing, like that of its older brother DIRT, and the cooling head is now 10g lighter than the previous model and finally it too receives the delrin ring in the carburettor bellows. For both engines, in the near future you will also be able to spec it with a ceramic main bearing.

View the Dusty R engine here

May 28, 2021

Xray release XT8’22 1/8th truggy

Xray have released full details on their new XT8’22 1/8th truggy platform. The car is a progression from the previous model and features a new chassis plate with wider rear section for increased stability as well as mounting provisions for a graphite brace for additional flex adjustment and chassis weight mounting locations for easier balancing. New front and rear arms sport a stronger, reinforced design that minimises flex in high temperatures for better handling and steering. Stronger and longer conical servo saver spring has an improved adjustment range while an all-new servo saver with chassis locked posts for more secure installation. The radio box is now moulded from harder material for a stronger and more rigid design to eliminate tweak issues in high temperatures and is now mounted to the chassis in more positions to create a solid and more reliable assembly. A new lower front shock tower has improved geometry for increased corner speed and stability while shorter shock absorbers work together with the new tower geometry for improved handling. Finally, ultra-efficient pre-glued brake pads give improved braking efficiency and consistent braking characteristics.

View the full XT8’22 presentation here.

May 28, 2021

NathoBuilds XB4 & B74 LCG brass chassis flex plates

New to NathoBuilds is their LCG brass chassis flex plates for the XB4 and B74. The weight attaches directly onto the rear and front chassis brace, replacing the standard carbon fibre braces. This adds weight to the buggy, which can be fine tuned with the ‘pro set’ that will help with the weight of the rear and front of the buggy when using lightweight batteries or when running in bumpy track conditions. The weights can also help to find traction in very low grip conditions while countering traction rolling in very high-bite astro turf or indoor carpet racing. CNC machined from high-quality brass material which is sourced in Australia and is individually hand polished.

View the B74 version here

May 28, 2021

Factory Team Element RC Enduro links

For the Element RC Enduro chassis, come a full range of Factory Team links. Available in straight and high clearance (HC) geometry they are made from high strength steel and are nickel plated with a secondary black treatment. They are then finished with a laser-etched FT logo along with the link lengths.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

May 28, 2021

Avid 8ight-X titanium lower shock screws

These TLR 8ight X titanium lower shock screws from Avid RC are a must upgrade for your 8ight X/XE/XT/XTE/Elite. This screw set offers 2 left and 2 right-handed threaded screws with a 5.5mm socket head so you only need to grab one wrench when taking your shocks off. They also included a centre-drilled hole for easy docking of your callipers while measuring your shock lengths.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

May 26, 2021

Exotek EB410.2 & ET410.2 heavy duty rear hub set

From Exotek come this new heavy duty alloy rear hub set for the EB410.2 and ET410.2. Switching the ball stud to an upright angle, the part still matches the stock geometry, but makes for easier roll centre adjustments by adding washers (not included) and the hubs are omnidirectional so that they can be mounted on either side of the vehicle. Extra durable for high powered applications and polished and anodised in Tekno team colours, they are then machined a second time to insure precise bearing fit.

View the rear hubs here

May 25, 2021

Associated FT carbon fibre composite parts

Team Associated is pleased to offer a few more parts added to the new line of carbon fibre composite option parts. Impregnated with rigid and light carbon fibres inside the injection moulded materials, these Factory Team parts are the ultimate in high performance. The latest new items include the RC10B6 top plate and ballstud mount, RC10B6.2 FT rear hubs, RC10B6.3 FT side rails, gearbox parts as well as RC10B74.1 FT rear hubs & side rails

View the other new items here

May 24, 2021

SWorkz 1/8 Formula 2.0 race wing gurney flap

The popular SWorkz 1/8 Formula 2.0 race wing has a new option part. This gurney flap is made by SWorkz from pro-composite carbon material which is strong and light weight. The structure can prevent the wing from becoming deformed during the race and increases the aerodynamical performance. The package also includes super light weight aluminium screws, which fits perfectly with this carbon option.

View the mounted gurney flap here