Team Associated introduce the XP DC0915MG micro servo for 1/18th scale applications. The item features a high-torque motor, metal and plastic gears, ball bearing and digital circuitry. At 4.8V input the servo offers a speed of 0.095s and 1.5kg-cm of torque.
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Powerstar introduce the PM-1408 digital brushless servo. Featuring a sturdy aluminium case, tough stainless steel and titanium gears as well as a brushless motor the servo is ideal for all heavy-duty applications such as 1/8th nitro racing. The high-voltage compatible servo can be used with 7.4V (0.083s/14kg-cm) to 8.4V (0.078s/16kg-cm) input.
Source: Vapon [vapon-company.com]
Fenix Racing soon have new front end parts for the Su-zuka 1/10 formula 1 chassis available. Making use of the design introduced with the S5 Ultra lower wishbones, the new part is made for 200mm wide “foam tyre” cars. Fenix will also have new camber and caster plates that are usable on both the 190mm and 200mm cars. The three new optionals will become available very soon.
Source: Fenix Racing [fenix-racing.com]
Reflex Racing introduce the RSD TC6.2 spring set for Team Associated’s latest electric touring car. Containing four different rates of 13.0, 14.0, 15.0 and 16.0 lbs the set is designed to cover the needs of carpet and asphalt racing alike without being too complicated. The springs are made from optimised diameter spring steel, 25mm long and they offer an oversize diameter of 13.5mm. They are meant to provide better bump compliance, more corner speed, a smoother feel and better fitment. Black of colour the springs are colour-coded for easy identification and the set is available now.
Source: Reflex Racing [reflexracing.net]
RPM soon have this cool looking fake side exhaust available. The through-the-body mock exhaust tips are a simple, ultra-lightweight scale accessory designed to look like a set of side exhaust pipes are cut through the body, exiting from some custom flanges that provide a detailed, 3D oval exhaust appearance. When used on 1/10th vehicles the exhaust resemble a 3″ pipe while the flange surrounding the pipe is a design that supports the pipe, yet provides a shoulder for the body mount to keep the pipe in place. Each exhaust kit comes with two complete exhaust tips and instructions for properly mounting the tips to the body.
French company RB introduce their updated nitro fuel range that is now mixed using the latest generation lubricants and additives for improved performance and reduced friction within the engine. The new viscosity optimises fuel consumption and improves the reliability at high pressures and temperatures. RB also did away with the orange colourant the fuel was known for to avoid any efficiency decreasing residue. The updated fuel is available in several 16% and 25% pre-running, buggy and on-road variants with a 30% buggy fuel being available also.
Source: RB [rbproducts.com]
Italian company WRC now have this 2014 conversion kit for the ’13 spec touring car available. It includes a new carbon fibre main chassis, updated battery locators, new split-design FR and RF hinge pin mounts as well as updated steering rail mounting brackets.
Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]
Powerstar soon have the PM-1207LV low-profile servo available. Coming in an all-alloy case the standard voltage servo offers a speed of up to 0.074s/60° and a torque of 12kg-cm – both at 6.0V input. The features include a digital circuitry and a brushless motor while the sturdy case design makes it ideal for on-road and off-road applications alike.
Source: Powerstar [powerstar-racing.com]
