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August 7, 2020

Rusti Design XX4 shorty LiPo brace kit

Available from French brand Rusti Design is a LiPo brace kit for the vintage Team Losi XX4 buggy. The 3-D-printed braces were designed for the use with the TLR231092 22X-4 battery mount set of which the rubber strap and hook parts are needed as donor parts. Fitting the braces requires some DIY in the form of the drilling of four mounting holes, however Rusti Design supply a drilling jig with the brace kit. Using the braces will allow for a more professionally looking battery mounting and it required additional hardware in the form of 4-40×3/8” flat head and M3x10mm flat head screws.

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August 7, 2020

T-Works 1/8 off-road carbon fibre wing buttons

T-Works have introduced their new carbon fibre wing buttons for the most popular 1/8 scale off-road kits. The 1-piece wing button is machined from high-quality carbon fibre and it is available in six different specifications to cover Kyosho and Mugen, Team Associated, HB Racing, Agama, Tekno RC, and SWorkz kits. Using them will make for easier wing mounting, improved looks and better wing support, especially when running lightweight polycarbonate wings. The buttons come including gold-coloured mounting hardware.

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August 6, 2020

Xtreme Aerodynamics tool set & zipped bag

Xtreme Aerodynamics have introduced their new tool set that comes in a handy zipped bag for convenient storage and transport. The set includes 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm and 5.0mm hex head as well as 2.0mm and 2.5mm ball hex head wrenches, making the set ideal for virtually all scales and classes with the clutch adjustment tool and a slotted screwdriver especially targeting nitro drivers. The zipped bag comes in Xtreme Aerodynamics’ signature yellow and black colour and with a pre-cut inner foam for secure carrying of the precious tools.

Source: Xtreme Aerodynamics [xtremeaerodynamics.it]

August 6, 2020

Muchmore Impact FD4 5750mAh 7.6V LiHV shorty battery

Coming from Muchmore is their new Impact Silicon Graphene FD4 series 5750mAh 7.6V shorty LiHV battery pack. The power source is build from highest quality 140C cells for maximum power output in demanding classes such as touring cars and buggies with the high capacity making for exceptional run times for modified classes and a flat discharge curve for stock motor racing. The hardcase battery measures 96.5x47x25mm, it weighs in at 221g and utilises 5mm bullet-type connectors.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

August 6, 2020

Xray XB2 series wide front roll centre holder

Xray have announced the release of their new wide front roll centre holder for the XB2 and XT2 2WD off-road kits. The wider design moves the front upper camber link positions more towards the outside which improves strength and reliability while making the handling more precise and forgiving. The holder incorporates a mount for an anti-roll bar wire and it is machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and comes black anodised for surface protection and looks.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

August 6, 2020

Hudy black lightweight setup boards

Hudy have introduced their new black colour lightweight setup boards for 1/8th and 1/10th scale vehicles. The wrap-resistant yet very lightweight boards sport an ultra-thin design, an easily cleanable and tough surface and extra edge protection. The boards are available in four sizes for 1/10 and 1/12th scale on-road, 1/8 on-road, 1/10 off-road as well as 1/8 off-road and GT vehicles.

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August 6, 2020

T-Works A319 DLC-coated shock shafts

Made for Agama’s A319 series buggies are two new DLC-coated shock shaft sets from T-Works. Available as 57.9mm front and 65.9mm rear variant, the shock shafts are made of high-quality steel and they sport a DLC surface treatment, the same as the crankshaft coating of many competition engines. The slick yet very durable surface protects the shock shaft from becoming excessively scratched or damaged while ensuring super-smooth shock action. Included with the shock shafts comes piston mounting hardware.

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August 6, 2020

Losi Lasernut U4 1/10th scale 4WD RTR

Coming from Losi is their new Lasernut U4 1/10th scale 4WD ready-to-run rock racer. The TEN 4WD platform is recognized all over the world as the personification of strength and durability. The Losi Lasernut with Spektrum Smart builds on the TEN design and adds items rock racers demand such as aluminium shocks, sway bars and adjustable turnbuckles. Plus, it includes a full metric hardware package for worldwide compatibility. The Lasernut is currently the only complete Unlimited U4 FIS (Full Independent Suspension) racer on the market featuring all the technological advances drivers demand including the Spektrum Smart 130A brushless ESC and Spektrum 4-Pole 1900kv 550 motor providing greater efficiency improving run times with increased power. The ESC is waterproof, completely programmable and comes pre-wired with a high-current IC5 connector. Drivers stay in control with a DX3 transmitter, a Spektrum AVC receiver with steering priority, and an officially-licensed Lasernut race-inspired scale U4RC body/roll cage with two different graphics and colour variations. Working together with BF Goodrich Tires, the Lasernut U4 has a scaled down M/T tyres that have an aggressive tread pattern that handles any terrain.

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