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January 4, 2018

RDRP Ultra vented slipper pads

The new Ultra vented slipper pads from Revolution Design Racing Products are made of high-quality fibreglass and their updated design with a smaller inner diameter makes for more precise slipper action adjustment and exceptional durability. In addition the slipper stays more consistent over the whole run for less performance fading and more confidence in modified racing. The plates come in a set of two and they are available in three variants for standard Team Associated and Yokomo-style slippers, for the Team Associated VCS slipper clutch and also as variants for Xray and Kyosho buggies.

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January 4, 2018

Trinity team logo shrink wrap set

Coming from Trinity is an assorted 5-piece set of shrink wraps decorated with Trinity team logos. They are ideal for charge leads or vehicle cable management and measure 45×20.25mm. Included in the set are Trinity, LiPo Factory, Revtech, Monster and White Carbon branded shrink wrap tubes.

Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]

January 3, 2018

SOAR Seiki emulsion-style shock cap

Made for SOAR Seiki’s range of 1/8th off-road kits are new emulsion-style shock caps. They allow racers to build the shock absorbers of the 998 TD1 and TD1-R in the popular emulsion-style, something that can be beneficial in a range of track conditions.

Source: SOAR Seiki [soar-rc.com]

January 3, 2018

MIP Hotshot/Bigwig Super Ball Diff set

MIP have introduced their Super Ball Diff set for the Tamiya Hotshot and Bigwig re-release 1/10th 4WD buggies. Available for pre-order now and only manufactured if a minimum of 250 pre-order are received by end of January, the kit includes two 2-piece, steel outdrive, ball differentials with MIP thrust assembly and diff balls. The diff is unique because it is rebuild-able while also being adjustable with the overall design increasing acceleration and corner speed. Slight modification will be needed on the gear case of the car in order to get the part to fit. More information can be found here.

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January 3, 2018

RPM Baja Rey front A-arm set

RPM have introduced a front upper and lower A-arm set for the Losi Baja Rey. The kit parts are known to be flimsy and cause a bind with the steering spindles at full droop so RPM redesigned the shape of the upper A-arm. The new shape eliminates the bind while adding extra clearance at the pivot ball. In addition, the ultra tough materials used beef up the upper arm for strength and rigidity as well. The RPM A-arms also add an extra outboard shock mount that will drivers that added edge under any conditions. One final fix was to reduce the massive amount of negative camber incorporated into the stock A-arms. RPM reduced the negative camber to roughly negative 2 degree for significantly improved tyre wear and overall vehicle performance.

Source: RPM [rpmrcproducts.com]

January 2, 2018

Justin Fales doubles at ROAR Region 4 champs

Coined the Fuel National Warm-up, Warm-up race, the ROAR Region 4 8th scale Off-Road Championship was held over New Years’ Eve weekend having been rescheduled due to bad weather condition on the original date. With the race being held at Southside R/C Raceway in Lake City, Florida, this gave many local racers a glimpse at a chance to run 1/8th scale on the 2018 Fuel Nationals track. Luckily, the weather held out amidst cold mornings but warmed up during the day that gave the track surface a bit of extra grip. The layout was smooth and flowy with fantastic jump sections mixed with terrific off-camber turns making the layout a challenge on every lap.

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January 2, 2018

SWorkz S12 & S14/104 series carbon slipper pads

Coming from SWorkz and made for the S12 and S14/104 series of 1/10th off-road vehicles is a 3-piece set of carbon fibre slipper clutch pads. They are made of high-quality fibre material and offer a two-sided design with one being flat and the other offering a machined turbo fan apperance. Using the pads will allow for finer slipper clutch adjustment, improved torque transfer and less fading during the run. The pads fit the S12-1 2WD and S14-2/S104 Evo 4WD vehicles.

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January 2, 2018

Hexfly HX series 1/8th & 1/10th speed controllers

Hexfly announces the release of its new line of RC brushless electronic speed controllers for 1/8th and 1/10th scale electric vehicles. The ESCs are manufactured by Hobbywing and fit many different classes and scales of RC vehicles. Hexfly currently offers four different ESC models to choose from, the HEX10, HEX8, HEX6 6S, and HEX6 8S. While the HEX10-120 is perfect for all 1/10 scale monster trucks, stadium trucks, and short course trucks, it can also be used in cars and buggies. HEX8-150 is usable for all 1/8 scale trucks, touring cars, buggies, and truggies. The HEX6 for 1/6th scale vehicles comes in two different configurations, 6S or 8S. Each brushless ESC comes with necessary mounting and wiring hardware, which allows the consumers to solder on their own choice of battery connector. Wires, shrink tubing, mounting tape, and zip ties are all included with each ESC.

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