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September 5, 2019

Roche P12 alloy caster block mounts

Roche have announced the release of new alloy caster block mounts in +1mm and -1mm configuration for the P12 1/12th scale pan car kits. Machined from aluminium and coming red anodised for wear and looks, the different settings allow to fine-tune the steering of the car with the +1mm mounts reducing initial steering for smoother cornering while the -1mm parts increase initial steering for quicker and more aggressive cornering. The sets are mounts are available as separate sets and they come marked for easy identification.

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September 5, 2019

Vortex Racing MP1 RX-10SR mid pulley conversion kit

Spanish company Vortex Racing has announced the soon release of their MP1 mid pulley conversion kit for the Destiny RX-10SR 4WD touring car kit. Using the conversion will provide a car that is very easy to drive, that is more consistent, and that carries more speed through the corner, all while offering equal traction front and rear which is helpful especially when running modified motors. The designs focused on the overall flex of the symmetrical chassis and top deck, giving multiple options for different track conditions. The main chassis also accepts both standard and shorty-sized packs only by moving the battery mounts. The conversion utilises a small one-side mono-block motor mount with separate pulley shaft to make it lightweight while allowing to keep the motor close to the centre line. Also, in case a pulley bearing fails and damages the shaft, there is no need to replace the hole motor mount. In addition the servo mount was designed to provide options for weight balancing the car by moving the servo back/forth and left/right. The front and rear chassis stiffeners also allow control the overall chassis flex. The conversion kit is available for pre-order now by emailing Vortex Racing at info@vortex-racing.net.

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September 5, 2019

Xpress XQ1 mid pulley conversion kit

Coming soon from Xpress and made for their XQ1 range of 4WD touring cars is the Mid Pulley chassis conversion kit. With the centred layshaft pulley and spur gear the motor will be shifted towards the centre of the car, a design that became en vogue recently as it promises increased mid corner rotation, improved overall chassis balance and more equal front and rear end drive compared to the standard “rear motor” setup. The set includes new upper and lower chassis parts, a new motor mount and several other parts to convert the standard XQ1 as well as the lower spec XQ1S. The conversion kit will hit stores world-wide very soon.

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September 5, 2019

Capricorn LAB TE04 carbon fibre battery mount

Made for their LAB TE04 electric touring car is Capricorn’s new carbon fibre battery mount. Of a floating design the mounts only slightly touch the battery pack, resulting in a more natural chassis flex compared to using reinforced tape. This lead to a more equal left and right turn handling and less unwanted chassis tweak. The set includes a two machined carbon fibre battery retainers, machined and red anodised battery posts as well as mounting hardware.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

September 5, 2019

ARC R11 Mid aluminium main chassis plate

Coming from ARC and made for the R11 Mid 4WD electric touring car conversion kit is an aluminium main chassis plate. The part is machined from high-quality 2.0mm 7075-T6 aluminium and it makes for a more rigid chassis construction, reducing torsional flex compared to the standard carbon fibre chassis for optimised handling in high to very high bite track conditions. The chassis comes black anodised for surface protection and it sports machined silver edge details and chamfered outer edges for less chassis scrub during cornering.

Source: ARC [arc-rc.com.tw]

September 5, 2019

GForce Zero Circle 2S 5400mAh LCG LiPo battery

Japanese company GForce has introduced their new Zero Circle 7.4V 5400mAh LCG LiPo battery pack. The lightweight low centre of gravity pack weighs in at 243g and it measures 139.5x47x22mm, making it ideal for all applications that require decent capacity and high output power. The battery is built using high-quality 75c cells and it utilises 4mm tube-type power connectors.

Source: GForce [gforce-hobby.jp]

September 5, 2019

Yeah Racing M-08 alloy motor fan mount brace

Coming from Yeah Racing and made for the Tamiya M-08 M-chassis kits is an aluminium motor fan mount brace. Machined from high-quality aluminium and coming in black or blue colour, the brace also acts as a chassis stiffener, connecting the gearbox and centre chassis section for improved overall stiffness. The mount is usable with 30mm fan units, such as the induced YR Tornado fan, and it helps to keep the motor cool when running high-power setups or in high ambient temperatures.

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September 5, 2019

Scorpion Champion Products introduce new chemicals

Available now from Toni Gruber’s Scorpion Champion Products brand are two new products that help to keep nitro vehicles in top condition. First up is a specially developed surface conditioner called Stick Silicone that is applied to drivetrain belts for, making for less friction and thus a more efficient drivetrain action. The result is better acceleration and less fuel consumption while on top of this, the belts also attract less dirt, ensuring a longer lifespan.

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