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October 8, 2016

MIP Ascender X-Duty C-Drive centre driveshaft kit

MIP’s popular X-Duty C-Drive centre driveshaft kit is now also available for the Vaterra Ascender. Designed to offer improved durability the splined driveshafts take a lot of abuse even when running the truck in the toughest of terrains and with a powerful motor. The set is made from high-grade alloy steel, heat-treated and it includes all needed parts to convert the centre driveline of the truck. The set fits the Ascender, K105, K5 and Ford Bronco and it becomes available by mid-October.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

October 6, 2016

ECX upgrades 1/10th 2WD off-road line

Horizon Hobby have introduced the upgraded ECX line of 1/10th 2WD off-road RTR vehicles. The 2WD trucks, equipped with adjustable oil-filled shock absorbers, tough gearboxes with adjustable slipper clutch and gear differential as well as nylon composite chassis and long-travel suspension come with a new Dynamite 1800mAh LiPo battery and 800mA LiPo balance charger. The kits are rounded out by a Spektrum STX FHSS 2.4GHz radio system, 15T brushed motor, water-proof electronics and pre-painted bodyshells. Available are the Circuit stadium, Torment SC and Ruckus monster truck.

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October 6, 2016

DMS Racing 1/10th short course truck tyre inserts

DMS 1/10th short course truck tyre inserts

X-Factory UK have introduced the new DMS 1/10th short course truck tyre inserts. Of an open cell construction and available in the colour-coded hardnesses of firm, medium and soft, the inserts were tested by national and local level drivers and they are meant to offer exceptional durability and consistency. The foam inserts come in packs of two and including a DMS Insertz decal sheet.

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October 6, 2016

HRC Racing introduce new hard- & softcase LiPos

Coming from HRC Racing are two new LiPo battery packs. First up is a 5000mAh oval diameter hardcase battery made using 40C cells. Designed for the use in applications that usually require racing pack style NiMH batteries, such as RTR cars and starter boxes, the LiPo variant makes for improved performance and run time. The pack features an external balancer port and it is available with a T-type or standard Tamiya plug. Also new is the high-capacity 10000mAh 11.1V 3S softcase LiPo battery pack for vehicles such as the Traxxas T-Maxx. The battery comes equipped with a TRX plug.

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October 6, 2016

Exotek B6-series 0mm & 5mm spring perches

Exotek have introduce new 0mm and +5mm offset spring perches for the Team Associated B6 and B6D. Machined, polished and anodised the spring cups are a direct fit for AE 12mm big bore shocks with B6 shock ends. Extra milling makes for a low weight with the reinforced strength of CNC-cut aluminium and a snug fit helping to reduce the chance of losing a perch. Milled holes also reduce debris from collecting inside. The perches are available in black and blue anodising.

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October 6, 2016

STRC SCX10 II front bumper mount & alloy tool kits

STRC have introduced an aluminium front bumper mount for the Axial SCX10 II, an aluminium tool kit and a universal tool handle. Starting with the bumper mount, the CNC-machined aluminium part fits right on the new SCX10 II and allows for installation of the Poison Spyder Rock Brawler bumper. It features a reduced front profile of the bumper mount to bring the Rock Brawler bumper closer to the C-channel frame for proper alignment and position with the Jeep Wrangler body. The part is available in black, gun metal, red, and silver anodising.

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October 5, 2016

Arrowmax 20mm droop gauge blocks

The latest addition to Arrowmax’s black and golden tool line are 20mm droop gauge blocks. Machined from aluminium, sporting honeycomb-shaped ornaments and coming in Arrowmax’s new signature black and golden anodising, the blocks help to precisely measure the suspension droop after placing the chassis on the blocks – using an optional droop gauge or callipers. The car stands work for 1/10th touring cars and also buggies and they are available in sets of two now.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

October 5, 2016

Reckward-Tuning glow plug inspection tool

RMV Deutschland have introduced the Reckward-Tuning glow plug inspection tool. Designed by Merlin Depta and made in Germany the tool allows to inspect all Turbo-style glow plugs in order to rate their condition and also parameters such as carburettor settings and more. The tool is pretty simple to use; screw in the glow plug, switch on the lighting and the included loupe will show the glow plug coil in 50-times magnification. Included with the tool comes a handy pouch for easy storage and transportation.

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