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April 13, 2020

Sanwa PGS-CLE Type-E low-profile servo

Coming soon from Sanwa is their new PGS-CLE Type-E servo specially developed for the use with electronic speed controllers that feature a low-power BEC system. The high-voltage compatible servo is usable from 4.8V input upwards, however compared to other high-class servos it can cope with a somewhat lower current input with the servo offering reliable performance from 1.5A input on. The SXR and SSL compatible servo is IPX4 waterproof, it features an aluminium middle heatsink section, a coreless motor, metal gears and a transit time of down to 0.09s. Using Sanwa’s Multi-Setting Gear three types of presets are accessible, such as a standard setting, an aggressive and a drift mode.

Source: Sanwa [sanwa-denshi.com]

April 13, 2020

BF Materials MP10/MP9 connector & transponder mount

Coming from BF Materials is a clever connector and transponder mount for the Kyosho Inferno MP10 and MP9 series of vehicles. Designed for the use with universal-style receiver connectors and MyLaps RC4 transponders, the integrated mount allows for secure car operation as the connector holder prevents the receiver battery plug from becoming unplugged during use while the transponder is securely fastened in the same area. The locked design keeps all parts in place, however the plug and transponder can be removed easily when needed. Made of tough nylon plastics the mount attaches to the original transponder mounting plate using four M3 screws, ensuring a nice and tidy setup.

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April 13, 2020

T-Works MP10 & MT10T aluminium chassis braces

Made for Kyosho’s Inferno MP10 and MP10T vehicles are new aluminium chassis braces from T-Works. The front brace is usable for the MP10 buggy and MP10T truggy while the rear chassis brace is made exclusively for the MP10T. The parts are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they come black anodised for wear and looks. Machined silver edge details further enhance the visual appearance and included with the braces, that are available separately, comes suitable mounting hardware.

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April 13, 2020

Samix SCX10 III brass spring retainer cups

Coming from Samix and made for the Axial SCX10 III trail truck is a 4-piece set of brass spring retainer cups. Machined from high-quality material and coming with a black surface finish for wear and looks as well as machined brass edge details, the spring retainers add about 35g of weight to one of the lowest areas of the chassis, thus improving climbing performance of the vehicle. In addition to adding weight the sturdy metal construction also ensures proper seated springs which will add reliability in rough terrain. The spring retainers suit the all-new SCX10 III but also older spec SCX10 kits.

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April 10, 2020

Tamiya CC-02 aluminium arm pivot

Coming from Tamiya and made for the CC-02 trail truck is an aluminium arm pivot set. Designed to replace the standard C5 and C6 parts and being machined from high-quality aluminium, the mounts offer improved rigidity in the link arm area, ensuring greater durability and smoother suspension movement. In addition the mounting hardware is a lot less prone to become undone by the suspension movement. The set includes the A and B mounts as well as mounting hardware.

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April 10, 2020

Samix SCX10 III brass driveshaft caps

Made for the Axial SCX10 III trail truck is Samix’s new set of brass driveshaft caps. The 4-piece set adds about 21g of weight to some of the lowest areas of the chassis, improving climbing performance while adding a cool new look. In addition the parts, that are usable on the transmission output and axle input shafts, increase stability and durability of the drivetrain as they are a direct fit on the plastic shafts.

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April 10, 2020

GForce V2 spring rate gauge

GForce from Japan have introduced their new V2 spring rate gauge that allows for easy and precise spring rate measuring. The updated variant allows to pre-set four stroke settings of 2mm, 5mm, 8mm and 10mm, ensuring usability with both on-road and off-road springs that require different stroke values for measurement. The gauge uses a machined aluminium case, it features a laser-engrave size scale and an easy to read LC display to check the N/cm unit spring rate. The devise is usable with springs of up to 80mm in length and it is available in black or blue colour.

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April 9, 2020

Serpent SRX2 Gen3 Carpet 2WD buggy kit

Coming soon from Serpent and based off of the SRX2 Gen3 buggy is a specific carpet variant that will include a gear differential as well as front and rear anti-roll bars. Like the Gen3, the carpet-specific kit is made up using 85 percent new parts, however most of the previous parts are still usable with the Gen3 kits. The car utilises a new chassis that features optimised flex characteristics while accepting optional chassis weights, allowing to adjust the overall weight as well as the weight balance for a wide range of track conditions. Updated side pods, that match the chassis and separated bulkhead supports add to the overall construction. With the use of optional carbon fibre side stiffeners the chassis flex can be fine-tuned to suit the driver’s needs.

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