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December 12, 2011

Reflex Racing SC10 4×4 saddle pack conversion & top deck

Reflex Racing have released a Saddle pack conversion for the SC10 4×4, which has been optimized to add weight and strengthen the chassis of your truck. It features 2 battery brackets which are made out of durable brass to provide weight (1.2 oz each) at the lowest part of the chassis a 2.5mm carbon fibre battery hold down with integrated holes for longitudinal bracing and 4 aluminium posts finished in black anodizing for an excellent look. Also for the same car there is a new top deck that increases the torsional stiffness resulting in a more effective working suspension and a more precise handling truck. The top deck doubles as your battery hold down and is compatible with Stick Pack and Saddle Pack Configurations.

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November 19, 2011

MCD W5 short course truck

After releasing a handful of preview pictures MCD Racing have now revealed the W5 large scale gasoline-powered Short Course truck in full. Based on the V4 4WD chassis the truck features larger shock towers, longer shock absorbers, improved CVD driveshafts and the new Xross-Max called SC tyres with aggressive tread for maximum traction on most off-road surfaces. Although not officially confirmed it is understood that the W5 will come in different engine specifications such as the other MCD vehicles leaving you the choice between different displacement engines.

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November 8, 2011

HPI Apache SC Flux 1/8th 4wd truck

The HPI Apache SC Flux is the ultimate in 1/8th scale 4wd Short Course action. With HB Race DNA suspension system from the World Championship Winning HB D8 buggy and FLUX Brushless power to all 4 wheels, it’s ready for competition straight out of the box. Add the legendary HPI durability and you have yourself a competition ready, bash-proof 4wd machine for all day, all-terrain fun. Rounding off the package are scale replica Yokohama Geolandar off-road tires and a detailed, pre-painted realistic short course style truck body.

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November 8, 2011

Exotek alloy LCG center chassis for SC10 4×4

Exotek have released this new machined alloy LCG center chassis for the SC10 4×4. The main complaints with the stock SC10 4×4 is that the truck has a high center of gravity that causes the truck to easily traction roll in high grip conditions, is too light which causes it to lose out in door banging when running against heavier trucks and does not feel as stable as the heavier Losi trucks. This new chassis adds over 5oz to your truck and mostly at the lowest part of the truck, the main chassis for a more sure footed, planted feel. Track testers are reporting a much smoother easier to drive truck that stays absolutely planted at high and low speeds and jumps and lands much more easily without the erratic feeling of the stock truck. Machined from 100% billet it has a hard anodized gun metal finish and laser etched Exotek logos. A stiffer center section will help eliminate the reports of the belt from coming off of the front pulley due to the flex of the stock chassis.

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October 12, 2011

JConcepts SC10 4×4 over-tray

When racing or bashing on a loamy or top soil track surface the inside of the SC10 4×4 chassis can become loaded with dirt or debris which creates extra weight. With the JConcepts over-tray these worries are minimized with the simple and functional over-tray. Fitting nicely under the body it hugs the outside dimension of the SC10 4×4 chassis protecting the inside from unwanted excess dirt and debris build-up during racing conditions. The over-tray is built with extra height and rake to provide extra room for various electrical and battery configurations, while the back-side of the lovers can be cut out for air to escape.

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September 29, 2011

FTW Losi Ten-SCTE carbon upgrade kits

FTW Racing Components launched its line of carbon fibre racing components by introducing three upgrade kits for the Losi’s popular Ten-SCTE 4WD short course platform, a cooling fan kit, a shock tower kit and an Ackerman rack kit. FTW’s cooling fan kit includes a carbon fibre bracket which replaces the center diff brace and suspends a massive 40mm cooling fan over the motor can. The kit can lower motor temps by up to 40 degrees versus the same setup with no fan, producing side effects like increased power, longer run times and enhanced longevity. It includes a JST connector on the fan wire lead and all necessary hardware for installation.

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September 16, 2011

LRP S10 Blast SC Short Course truck

LRP introduce the S10 Blast SC 1/10 scale 4WD electric short course truck. Based on the S10 Blast platform the SC offers a tough 4WD drivetrain, updated chassis and suspension components for both the gravel pit and the race track. Available as RTR or Non-RTR variant the chassis features two gear differentials, CVD front drive shafts, front and rear anti-roll bars, long oil-filled big bore shock absorbers and the RTR variant also a high-torque 540-size electric brushed motor, LRP speed control, LRP A2-STX Sport II transmitter with steering servo and a LRP NiMH battery pack. The truck is available with blue/silver and black/red body shell design.

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September 3, 2011

RPM SC10 4×4 A-arms

RPM have produced An A-arm design for the Associated SC10 4×4 that can handle the roughest and toughest abuse and still come back for more. Since strength and durability were primary design considerations, they focused on common breakage areas for strength upgrades. Hinge pin and cross holes such as shock mounts and anti-sway bar holes have been beefed up for some much-needed muscle. The structure of the A-arms is also dramatically different than the stock design, which not only helps with the strength and sturdiness of the overall design, it also helps contribute to a stronger, less flexible design than the stock A-arms. All this strength and at a weight that is virtually identical to stock Associated A-arms.

Source: RPM [rpmrcproducts.com]