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September 4, 2020

Ultimate M5S Ceramic .21 engine

The new M5S from Ultimate is based on the OS B2103 Type R engine, a 5-port long-stroke engine that offers great power at medium-high speeds. The cooling head, the crankcase cover plate and the carburettor feature a new design, while the new DLC-coated crankshaft has two tungsten counterweights for smooth rotation and better balancing. It comes fitted with a ceramic rear bearing, the 22E carburettor and an O-ring under the cooling head for reducing vibration and preventing dust from entering the engine.

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September 4, 2020

OS Speed Ronda Drake B21 engine

OS Engines in Japan have announced the release of the new OS Speed Ronda Drake edition engine. Identical in specification to the latest Adam Drake edition B21 engine, we would argue that his wife’s engine looks much cooler with its pink cooling head with black and white print and matching pink venturi insert. Originally only meant for the US market, the Japanese company has decided to make it available to all markets in an engine only or combo kit.

Source: OS Engines [os-engines.co.jp]

September 3, 2020

Reds Racing 1/8th Z8 Pro ESC Gen2

Reds Racing have introduced the follow up to their 1/8th Z8 Pro ESC, the Z8 Pro Gen2. The new ESC is the result of over a year of testing and development together with Reds Racing team drivers. Improving both the power board and the control board with new components for higher reliability and durability as well as for better cooling. They have also changed the fan polarity to make it compatible with 1/10 ZX esc and with other fans on the market and have designed a new lightweight fan protector to improve fan blades reliability and increase cooling efficiency. Furthermore, they have developed a new 30mm Optional fan with ball bearings and a full aluminium case that has been specifically developed to guarantee up to 28000 RPM and to dissipate heat in hot conditions and to improve durability.

View more photos of the Z8 Pro & optional fan here here

September 3, 2020

Ultimate EFRA 2142 offroad black HD pipe set

Ultimate Racing’s EFRA 2142 Black HD off-road exhaust set is a heavy-duty variant of the standard chrome-finish pipe set. The high-quality, super strong exhaust is made of aluminium and features a black surface coating for improved durability and easier cleaning. Due to its high rigidity it also offers better resonance for improved overall performance while the dark surface coating further improves heat dissipation. The pipe also features the Fast-Lock system for an optimised power curve, higher top speeds and better fuel mileage. As for the characteristics, the exhaust and muffler combination promises precise and linear throttle response in high RPM range with a great top end speed and will provide great power and speed at high RPM. Included comes mounting hardware such as springs and gaskets.

View the full set here

September 3, 2020

Sweep Racing Cuby 1/10 scale turf tire

Sweep Racing have introduced its new Cuby tire for 1/10 scale turf racing. The new tire is unlike any other currently on the market. The square-shaped lugs provide tremendous grip on the long astro turf surfaces while the smaller carcass provides better consistency and more corner speed. Sweep offers these tires in 2wd/4wd rear and 4wd front with yellow compound available now and more compounds coming soon.

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September 2, 2020

Tamiya VQS high-capacity dampers

Having just announced the upcoming release of the VQS 2020 buggy, Tamiya have introduced these high-capacity dampers for the same car. A direct replacement set for the kit plastic shocks, they feature aluminium bodies for additional strength and more consistent dampening action. Overall a great upgrade to move your VQS to the next level of performance.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

September 1, 2020

Tamiya VQS 2020 re-release 4WD buggy kit

Tamiya have re-released the Vanquish, a legendary buggy from their back catalog. Now available again in the form of a re-issue assembly kit renamed the VQS, the kit receives tweaks to the original to bring it into the modern age. New aluminium front uprights and efficient universal shafts are designs inherited from the 2011 re-issue of the Avante along with the planetary gear differential. The kit also comes with a pre-cut and pre-painted body, with body stickers based upon those in the original release.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

September 1, 2020

T-Works 160mm 1/8th car stand

New from T-Works is their new XL 160mm long car stand for 1/8th scale vehicles. Made from sturdy metal the car stand features laser-etched and also machined T-Works logos for brand recognition and a low weight, as well as up to eight holes to take shock absorbers during building, maintenance and setup. Two foam strips ensure the chassis rests securely on top of the stand and without harming the car stand itself or the lower side of the chassis plate.

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