Coming soon from Ielasi Tuned are the EFRA 2135 .21 off-road and EFRA 2669 .12 on-road exhaust sets. The Hipex-made tuned pipes offer a polished surface, etched Ielasi Tuned logos and they come including suitable manifolds for best possible performance.
Samix’s recently introduced short front bumper mount with adjustable servo mount is now also available in a brass variant. The part adds about 100g of weight to the front end of the truck while also relocating the steering servo to the front which as a result greatly improves climbing performance of the vehicle. Of a short design the front overhang is reduced by about 4mm, further increasing the trucks ability to master tough terrain. The brass front bumper mount comes black coated for looks and wear and it includes aluminium servo washers for tight and secure servo mounting.
Korean company Highest has introduced two new servos in the form of the B200 and B210 standard size brushless high-voltage servos. Both are housed in an all-aluminium case, they sport highly efficient brushless motors, full metal gear trains and black receiver wires for a professional look. The B200 is capable of up to 26.1kg-cm of torque and a speed of down to 0.08s while the B210 pulls up to 31.1kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.09s.
PR Racing have introduced their new “rear shifted” aluminium Ackermann plate set for the S1v3 platform. Thanks to an optimised steering geometry the steering will feel less aggressive which can be a benefit in several track conditions. The plate offers two different mounting positions for the inner steering link ball studs and it comes including mounting hardware.
Source: PR Racing [pr-rc.com]
Muchmore have introduced their new Diff Analyzer device, a tool to measure the hardness of gear and ball differentials. The handy tool is powered by any regular USB output and it was designed to measure the hardness of 1/8th, 1/10th and 1/12th scale diffs by simply connecting the device with the diff outdrive or diff hub, locking the main or diff gear and then hitting the analyzer’s power button. The 5 digit high precision display displays the diff hardness, allowing to measure and compare hardnesses to ensure the most accurate diff action. The device measures 86x38x28.5mm, it weighs in at 84.3g and it requires an additional micro 5-pin USB cable for operation.
Exotek have released new heavy duty aluminium steering components for the Tekno NB48 and EB48 series kits. First up is spindle carrier set machined from high-quality 7075 alloy. The machined parts ensure consistent suspension performance and handling and they are extra durable for high powered applications, and come polished and anodised in glossy Tekno team colours for that factory look. The C-hubs feature the stock 15 degree angle and they are usable with all 48 and 48.3 series buggies and trucks as well as the MT410 kit.
Coming from Reedy are their new HV digital brushless servos. Race-proven and engineered for use in competition-level RC cars and trucks, their powerful brushless motors create exceptional torque and speed while an advanced microprocessor provides precision vehicle control. The precision gear set is designed for strength and durability while the integrated aluminium mid-case reduces operating temperatures for fade-free operation. The RT2706A (0.06s/26.3kg-cm) also features an all-aluminium case to stand up to the performance demands of 1:8 racing. Also available are the RT2406 (0.06s/23.3kg-cm), RT1709 LP (0.09s/16.1kg-cm) and the RS1306 LP (0.0s/12.2kg-cm). All are high-voltage compatible and they come with all-black receiver wires for a factory look.
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Team Associated have introduced the all-new Reedy Zappers SG2 LiHV batteries. The Zappers SG2 batteries continue to utilise silicon-graphene construction but with an emphasis on reducing internal resistance and increasing cycle life. The batteries feature a 7.6 nominal voltage, meaning that with a suitable charger, the battery can be safely charged to 4.35V/cell. However, even when the typical 8.40V (4.2V/cell) charging limit is enforced, Zappers SG2 still offers a significant advantage thanks to a flatter discharge curve, which results in more voltage deeper into the race. Zappers SG2 batteries are available in low-profile (LP) stick and shorty versions as well as a 1S version designed for 1/12th and other classes that require 1S batteries. A high quality, durable hard case helps prevent damage while embedded socket connectors keep power-robbing resistance to a minimum. Male ESC connectors are included.
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