JConcepts introduce the Silencer bodyshell for mid-motor converted TLR 22 2.0 buggies. Making use of the distinctive Silencer design cues, the body sports a mild cab-forward design and a roof top shaft fin that extends towards the rear to make for increased high speed stability and improved airflow towards the rear wing. The body is a drop fit and comes including two 6.5″ Hi-Clearance rear wings.
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Some time ago we reported about Scorpion Power System, long known for their high-performance aircraft brushless motors, entering the car market. After extensive testing with the help of internationally experienced drivers like Meen V. and Charlee P. the motors are now ready to hit the market. We have no detailed information about the specifications and features but looking at the image Scorpion dealer/distributor Spec-R released, the motors build on a 3-piece can with a heatsink middle part with large ventilation openings who also act as windows to check the winding markings. The front and rear endplates sport huge milled out sections, again to help with airflow. Also visible are heavy duty solder tabs. For now the motors will become available as 4.5T to 8.5T “Modified” and 10.5T and 13.5T “Stock” variant.
Source: Spec-R [spec-r.com]
Italian nitro engine manufacturer Novarossi introduce their new line of Rex engines for on-road and off-road use. All engines base on quality blocks combined with high performance parts to ensure reliable power output. The range will include .21 buggy engines such as the R21 Plus8 8-port, R21 Plus5 5-port, and Paloma.21 7-port engine as well as the R28-7M 7-port truck engine. On-road racers may welcome the R-Flash.21 9-port ceramic main bearing engine and the as well as the standard bearing R35 Plus 21 Tuned 9-port offering. For the 200mm 1/10th class Novarossi have the Rex R-Flash.12 Tuned 3-port ceramic main bearing engine up for grabs. All engines come with a characteristic blue anodised cooling head with laser-etched writings.
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RB introduce two new pinion gears for the RB E One and E One R. They are cut from high-quality steel and give additional gear ratio possibilities not only to RB’s electric 1/8th buggies but also all other electric vehicles that use these type of pinions.
Source: RB [rbproducts.com]
Serpent introduce their first ever Short Course Truck in the form of the Spyder 2WD SCT. Based off the popular Spyder SRX2 line of buggies, the truck shares many design ideas such as the unique front steering block design, the adjustable rear differential height and the 3-pad slipper clutch. Based on a long wheelbase composite chassis the truck is a purpose-designed rear motor vehicle, ideal for all low to medium traction tracks. Long travel 12mm big bore threaded aluminium shock absorbers and race geometry suspension arms make for maximum on-track performance while polycarbonate inserts in the wide nerf bars keep as much air as possibly away from the inside of the bodyshell to reduce the unwanted parachute effect SC trucks are known for during jumping. Other features include suspension block inserts for the C-hubs and rear A-arm holders and uprights, spring steel turnbuckles and wheel axles, a limited slip ball differential and an aerodynamic SCT body with side damps. The truck is set for a mid-June release.
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PSM introduce this carbon fibre main chassis plate for the Yokomo B-Max2 MR. Machined in Germany from pure and high grade 2.5mm carbon material, the part is designed for outdoor use as it offers different flex characteristics than the stock aluminium chassis. The part weights in at 63.5g meaning a total weight saving of 50g compared to the kit chassis.
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ST Racing Concepts have more aluminium option parts for the Team Associated B5 and B5M buggy available. First up is the rear chassis brace/camber link mount for the rear motor B5. Cut from high-quality aluminium, the camber link mount also helps with adding a bit more weight to the rear of the buggy when conditions call for a tad more rear traction. The rear camber link mount is also available as a variant for the mid motor B5M and retains all factory suspension geometry and ball stud locations.
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Serpent have new option parts for the Spyder SRX2 RM and MM buggy available in the form of aluminium C-hubs and uprights. Starting with the C-hubs, the black anodised parts feature additional roll centre settings and are of greater strength than the kit’s plastic hubs. The parts are usable with the standard composite inserts and include 2 special length threaded ball joints that prevent the ball cups from popping off in the event of a crash. Also new are aluminium rear uprights. Like the C-hubs the parts offer added durability, improved looks and additional ball stud mounting positions. The uprights come as pair and include new ball studs.
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