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January 30, 2019

Marka Racing heavy duty aluminium servo horns

Italian company Marka Racing have introduced their new heavy-duty aluminium servo horns. Machined from a single piece of aircraft-grade 7075-T6 aluminium the servo arms offer exceptional stability to ensure rock solid steering emphasis. The horns feature 19mm and 24mm spaced ball stud mounting positions, ideal for both 1/10th and 1/8th scale vehicles. The clamping-type arms are available in black colour and in 23T and 25T specification.

Source: Marka Racing [markaracing.com]

January 29, 2019

Brilliant RC Magic Pipe Protect

Brilliant RC have introduced their new Magic Pipe Protect, a product to keep polished exhaust pipes nice and shiny. A small amount of the chemical is enough to prevent a new and shiny exhaust pipe from getting dirty too fast. Applied before hitting the track the first time, owners can simply wipe it off afterwards to keep the pipe in a shiny condition. In addition Magic Pipe Protect has a higher thermal conductivity compared to conventional silicone greases, in order to prevent the exhaust pipe from becoming thermally insulated. The product comes in a handy bottle with a small brush, to guarantee an easy and safe application.

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January 28, 2019

HPI Racing WR8 Flux Ken Block Ford Fiesta ST RX43

HPI Racing have announced the release of their new WR8 Flux Ken Block Gymkhana Ford Fiesta ST RX43 1/8th scale electric-powered RTR rally car. The colour-shift Fiesta ST RX43 racer starred in Gymkhana 8, Terrakhana, and Gymkhana GRiD and it is now also available in a 485mm long replica, capable of speeds near 100km/h. Underneath the replica Ken Block Ford Fiesta ST RX43 body, the WR8 Flux chassis is based on the HPI Bullet RC monster truck, which means it’s massively tough and can take a real beating on- or off-road. The car is powered by a 4000KV brushless motor and waterproof 3S-capable speed controller, delivering power through tough metal gear differentials and the fully ball bearing-supported 4WD shaft drivetrain of the Bullet monster truck. A rally-style suspension geometry, custom-designed shock towers and dampers, plus extra-thick sway bars ensure extra control that is further helped by semi-slick tarmac tyres and replica fifteen52 TurboMac wheels. The HPI Racing WR8 is crammed with awesome features that enhance its durability anywhere you want to take it, including a high ground clearance, skidplate, foam front bumper, shock debris guards, mud deflectors on the chassis and much more.

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January 28, 2019

PSM TT-02S SSBB GT low-profile shock towers

Coming from PSM and made for the popular Tamiya TT-02S entry-level 4WD touring car are new low-profile SSBB GT shock towers. Available separately for the front and rear of the car, the shock stays are cut from high-quality 3.0mm carbon fibre and they are of an updated geometry to accept Tamiya’s SSBB shock absorbers and the latest generation of 1/10th GT body shells. The shock stays are a direct fit, they offer several shock and camber link mounting positions and include an aluminium hardware kit for mounting.

View the rear shock tower here

January 25, 2019

Yeah Racing Tamiya 1/10th touring body post plates

Yeah Racing have introduced front and rear carbon fibre body post stiffeners for the Tamiya TRF419, TA07 and TB04 cars. The CNC-machined carbon fibre plates will reinforce the body post areas, making for improved rigidity and thus better aerodynamic efficiency and less stress on the body posts. The sets are available separately for the front and the rear and they include mounting hardware.

View the rear stiffener plate here

January 24, 2019

HRC Racing 4900mAh racing pack LiPo battery

HRC Racing have introduced their new racing-pack-style 4900mAh hardcase LiPo battery pack. The oval diameter battery mimics the outer appearance of a NiMH racing pack and is ideal for ready-to-run cars, older-spec Tamiya and Kyosho vehicles, starter boxes and other applications that require this specific battery specification. The battery is built using quality 30C cells and it is available with T-type or Tamiya-style plugs.

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January 23, 2019

Yeah Racing YD2 aluminium rear hubs

Coming from Yeah Racing and made for the Yokomo YD2 and YD2S RWD drift cars is an aluminium rear hub set. The CNC-machined and black anodised items are direct replacements for the standard plastic parts, adding strength and cool looks while offering a multitude of upper camber link ball stud mounting positions. Machined silver edge details and etched YR logos add visual impact. The set includes two rear hubs that are usable on either side of the car.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]

January 21, 2019

Hobbywing QuicRun WP 880 Dual Brushed ESC

Coming from Hobbywing is their new QuicRun WP 880 Dual Brushed electronic speed controller. The ESC allows to operate two brushed motors simultaneously, making it the ideal choice for dual motor monster trucks. Adjustable PWM frequency and advanced DEO/freewheeling technology ensures exceptional throttle linearity and driving feel while fine-tuneable drag brake rates and brake force rates provide great stopping power. 15 programmable parameters allow to adapt the controller to a wide range of vehicles and applications and thanks to being dust and waterproof, the controller allows to go everywhere in nearly all weather and track conditions. A separate PRG/FAN port on the ESC allows to power and additional fan unit for maximised cooling performance and to connect an optional LED program box for ESC programming.

View a list of the features and another image here