Serpent introduce the 46T, 48T and 50T composite material spur gears for the Cobra-E 1/8th electric off-road buggy. They feature a steel insert moulded in into the gear to maximize precision and durability. The lightweight gears improve acceleration, are more silent and come including gasket and hardware.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
T-Work’s introduce this special 5x10x4mm Hyspin bearing for the use with 1/8th GP buggy clutch bells. The ABEC5 grade bearings feature a special nylon retainer to keep the inner balls in place to let the bearing handle high RPM and high loads better than bearings of a standard design. They come with a silicone seal on one side for easier cleaning and a steel seal on the other side for less friction to create a ball race of maximum performance.
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Tresrey announce the Speed Passion Reventon Pro brushless speed controller. The competition ESC is designed for 2S LiPo use with down to 3.5T 540-size motors, it features a 6V/3A BEC system and sports dimensions of 35x40x20mm. It comes with a machined case that incorporates cooling fins and the controller accepts sensor and sensorless motors. The speedo becomes available in September in laser blue and gun metal colour and will include a programming card to adjust the software parameters.
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The DEST210 Race Ready RTR from Team Durango is an out-of-the box racing Stadium Truck. After months of development and testing, they are proud to bring you their Race Ready RTR 2WD off-road Stadium Truck. Complete with Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) and 13.5 brushless motor from World Champions ‘Speed Passion’, Team Durango’s RTR DEST210 is ready to race, and win, from the moment you take it out of the box. Team Durango Race Ready RTR trucks are an ideal introduction into the amazing and exciting hobby of RC car racing.
Some new parts from T-Work’s for the HongNor & OFNA X3 Sabre. First up is a quick change engine mount option for the car, a complete set which includes all the required fasteners and shims needed to mount it. Secondly is a 3.5mm steering ackerman plate set. There are 3 different types A, B & C, with type A short, type C long and B the same length as the original. Also type C gives a different turning effect. The plates themselves are CNC machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and are 0.5mm thicker as well as harder than the original.
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Xray have released this hard coated aluminium wheel nut for their range of 1/8th offroad vehicles. Ribbed for secure tightening on the axle they are sold as a pair.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
At the recent ROAR Nationals JConcepts unveiled their new Finnisher 1/10th truck body for the T4.1. The slight cab forward, raked windshield and aggressive stance highlight a performance oriented core. Front chin spoiler, headlight and grill protect the front-end from unwanted up-drafts during flight while the supplied decals stand-out like an 18 wheeler. Like the ROAR National Champion Hi-Flow SCT body, the T4.1 body has built-in air escape passages which allow the customer to fine-tune the body for maximum outdoor performance.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
DE Racing have introduced a Trinidad ST wheel for the soon to be released Team Durango DEST210R stadium truck. This wheel features the greatly improved strength and durability DE are known for along with an original manufacturer offset and heavy duty 15mm hex drive. Combine all that with the stylish good looks of the Trinidad line and you’re sure to get noticed on your way to the winners circle. Available in silver, black, white and yellow.
Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]
