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June 6, 2017

X-Factory Infinity XB2 dirt spec rear tower

X-Factory have introduced their new Infinity dirt spec rear tower for the XB2. Matching the Xray geometry perfectly, X-Factory’s tower is stronger and stiffer, made from 4mm carbon fibre making it also less flexible than the 3.5mm kit tower, all important characteristics in outdoor racing with its larger jumps and higher speeds. Made from U.S. carbon fibre in X Factory’s new Michigan shop, the thicker tower is different from standard in one respect. The kit tower is installed with bolts that thread into the CF, while using the same bolts with the Infinity tower, you must secure it with lock nuts provided with the tower.

Source: X Factory [xfactoryrc.com]

June 4, 2017

LRP X22 electric brushless motor

Following a first introduction LRP have now officially announced the new X22 540-class electric brushless motor. Based off of the long-running and very successful X20 platform the new motor will offer improved performance and efficiency thanks to its redesigned 7075-T6 aluminium motor can with additional cooling openings and a new Dark Shine Black anodising. With overall lower operation temperature the motor will run more powerful for longer which is further helped by the smaller 4x10x4mm ABEC-5 ball races, a precision-balanced sintered rotor as well as the new 14.5 degrees to 34.5 degrees timing range. Part of the package is also a water-proof PreciSensor system for precise power control with every sensored speed controller. The motor meet IFMAR, EFRA, ROAR, FEMCA, JMRCA, BRCA and DMC specifications and it is available in a full range of modified windings from 3.0T to 10.0T, as standard .5 and even .0 windings.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

June 3, 2017

VRP D817 threaded shock & sway bar pins

VRP have released a 4-piece set of threaded shock and sway bar pins for the HB Racing D817 and E817. They replace the stock pins with the 2.5mm allen head making for easy install and removal. The threaded design allows to do away with the pesky grub screws meaning a lot less issues with lost shock pins.

Source: VRP [visionracingproducts.com]

June 3, 2017

X Factory Infinity 8ight 4.0 CF shock towers

X Factory have announced the latest addition to the Infinity line of upgrade parts in the form of shock towers for the TLR 8ight 4.0. The shock stays match the latest TLR tower geometry precisely, and will fit any TLR 8ight buggy, nitro or electric. Made from U.S.-sourced 5mm carbon fibre the higher tensile strength stiffens the suspension and resists flex and bending while offering a better strength to weight ratio, allowing better performance at the same or less weight.

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June 2, 2017

Xray XB8 high-speed buggy body shell

Coming from Xray and made for the XB8 off-road buggy is a new high-speed body shell. Moulded from genuine Lexan polycarbonate material the body sports a different cab design compared to the standard XB8 body with the lower windscreen angle and differently shaped roof section making for less aerodynamic drag and thus increased top speed. The new design also improves steering response at the expense of some overall stability. The body is a direct fit on the XB8 and XB8E’16.

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June 2, 2017

T-Works short 5.5mm nut driver

T-Works have introduced a short 5.5mm nut driver. The tool is machined from aluminium, it comes black anodised for wear and looks and it is especially useful on 1/10th 2WD buggies where reaching the front suspension’s shock mount nuts can be a tough task. Due to the large diameter even strongly tightened nuts can be undone easily.

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June 2, 2017

Team C TM4 carbon fibre slipper pads

Team C Racing have introduced a set of carbon fibre slipper clutch pads for the TM4 buggy. Cut form high-quality material the plates are direct replacements for the standard parts with the vented design and carbon material used making for improved durability and better overall performance. The plates come in sets of two and they will hit stores very soon.

Source: Team C Racing [teamcracing.net]

June 2, 2017

Fantom Racing 5500mAh HV Pro Racing LiHV shorty pack

Available now from Fantom Racing is the 7.6V 5000mAh HV Pro Racing LiHV shorty battery pack. Built from high performance 100C/160C high-voltage Lithium-Polymer cells the battery is ideal for outlaw racing classes or unsanctioned racing. The pack can be charged to up to 8.7V, it measures 95x46x25mm and weighs in at 214g. Its hardcase is equipped with 5mm bullet-type power connectors and a 2mm balancer port.

Source: Fantom Racing [fantomracing.com]