JQ Products have come out with an update for THE Car. The update includes all the running changes they have made during the year, along with new plastics (above), designed to be more durable. They also have a lot of option parts coming out in the next few weeks, which aim to improve the handling of THE Car.
View a video of THE Crash test here
Xray release this adjustable aluminium rear hub carrier for the XB808. CNC-machined from lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, it is hard coated for extra durability and long life. New adjustable rear hub carrier offers new and unique adjustability of roll-centers with 3 holes where the upper linkage can be mounted by aluminum ball with thread and so aluminium shims can be used for increasing or decreasing roll center angle. Also the double lower eccentric holes allow adjustment of roll center positions on arms.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Team Durango have announced the imminent arrival of the DEX410v3. This new model is an evolution of the previous DEX410 model and features parts that have been tested and proven by their Team Drivers over recent months. Some of the new features include Big bore shocks which are more consistent on rough tracks due to the larger volume of oil. A new ‘Kuhler’ body with increased space inside the body and improved air flow to the electronics as well as new RR suspension holder that allows the rear squat to be altered using composite inserts. New ‘Fine Tune’ shock towers with finer adjustment for the upper mounting positions, and more rear camber link positions on the rear tower. New HD Ball Ends are used throughout that are tighter fitting and less likely to pop-off during a collision. 14mm Hex hubs that provide stronger and more reliable wheel fitment and gold Ti Ni coated shock shafts as standard for super smooth action. Expected to be available mid September.
View more images of the new car here
Losi have introduced their new 1/5-scale 5ive-T 4wd Offroad racing truck, the closest thing to a full-size vehicle in realism, performance and experience. It features a 4WD drivetrain based on the racing-winning, award winning 8ight platform, Spektrum telemetry receiver, installed sensors and 1/4-scale servos. And since it’s a Bind-N-Drive vehicle, you complete it with the DSM transmitter of your choice.
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Now available for the DNX408 buggy are these carbon fibre front and rear shock towers. Precision machined from high quality, super strong 5mm thick carbon fibre, they offer greatly reduced weight over the standard part. If both the front and rear towers are fitted to your buggy they reduce the weight by 24g, at the same time lowering the centre of gravity. Both the front and rear towers also feature additional shock mounting holes that allow you to mount your shocks further in on the tower. The rear tower also offers more camber link locations for further tuning options.
View the front shock tower here
Durango have released some more new parts for the DNX408 starting with these wheel adapters that fit either the front or rear of the car to increase the width of the buggy by 2mm on both sides. Increasing the width of the buggy increases the stability. Use these on the front to increase the stability of the front end of the buggy, or the rear to increase the stability of the rear end of the buggy. Also new is a revised fuel tank which has an integrated splash and overfill guard, preventing any fuel from spilling over onto the steering servo. The back pressure inlet has been also relocated to stop fuel from being aerated during refueling. The tank is made from a clear material, allowing great visibility of the fuel level in the tank and also features an integrated fuel filter to stop and dirt or debris getting passed into the engine.
It has always been LMR’s intention to produce a 1/10th off road Lexan wing called the Electra. Taking experience from years of racing to introduce a new performance enhancing design while increasing its strength and durability. The wing itself has been formed from 1.5mm Lexan, which makes this little beauty as strong as it is beautiful. The Electra’s innovative side plates are designed to increase the amount of sideways grip often needed, protruding 15mm further forward than conventional wings.
View another image of the wing here
Having previously released some teaser shots of their new Mini-Z Optima buggy last month, Kyosho have today released full information on these palm sized buggies as well as introduced a Lazer ZX-5 FS version. Both cars are shaft driven mid motored 4wds and sport independent double wishbone suspension, 4 oil filled shocks, 2 gear diffs and a slipper clutch with the chassis having a 10 degree kick up on the front. A standard Mini-Z motor powers the buggy and the ESC can be adjusted by connecting it to a PC. The car also sports a chassis mounted gyro to make the car easier to drive by helping to correct the steering and throttle. It also comes with the awesome Tiki Tiki mode that allows a preset amount of full power boosts for great battles with your friends. The new Mini-Z buggies will be released in November of this year with or without transmitter.
View more images of the buggies here
