February 10, 2013

iRacing reverse type clutch system

iRacing reverse type clutch system

Available now from iRacing is a reverse type clutch system for 1/8th and 1/10th nitro on-road cars. The design with a flat surface flywheel and tapered clutch shoes gives a progressive feel and a more consistent engagement. The clutch bell from the 1/10 version is compatible with Xray NT1 and Serpent cars. Included in the set is a hard spring that gives plenty of punch also on high grip tracks and the set comes complete with flywheel, centrifugal shoes, reverse plate, clutch shoe, locking nut, cup, spring, bearings, and more.

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February 8, 2013

Protoform on-road body teaser

Protoform on-road body teaser

Protoform have sent us this teaser picture of an upcoming on-road body shell. No details are known yet but the front details, cab design and overall appearance suggests that it very likely is a new 1/8th nitro on-road body. More information to follow.

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]


February 7, 2013

Savöx waterproof servos

Savöx waterproof servos

Savöx introduce two new waterproof standard-size servos in the form of the SW-0230MG and SW-1210SG. Starting with the SW-0230MG (0.13s/8.0kg-cm) the high-voltage compatible item sports an all-plastic case, a single ball bearing and full metal gears. It is ideal for both steering and throttle/brake duties on 1/8th and 1/10th applications and comes with a fully waterproof case. Also new is the SW-1210SG (0.15s/20kg-cm) standard voltage servo. Coming in a fully waterproof aluminium-plastic case and sporting steel gears the duel ball raced servo is ideally suited for 1/8th all many large scale applications.

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February 7, 2013

Capricorn TE01 & C801 option parts

Capricorn TE01 & C801 option parts

Capricorn introduce new option parts for the TE01 and C801 cars. Starting with the TE01, available for the electric touring car are new steering parts. The rail-type assembly makes for an increased steering reaction and improves the handling of the car. Made for the C801 are front and rear aluminium bearing inserts. They replace the standard parts for better bearing fitment and also help to dissipate heat from the ball races better. Last but not least comes an updated flywheel nut for Capricorn’s 1/8th and 1/10th clutch. Included are a new nut, insert and washers to make for a more efficient clutch action and improved acceleration.

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February 6, 2013

Capricorn body height adjuster set

Capricorn body height adjuster set

Capricorn have introduced this 6mm aluminium body height adjuster set. Anodised black the piece sits over the body post while the threaded part can be adjusted, fine tuning the body shell’s height. Sold in a pair they are available in standard and short sizes.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]


February 6, 2013

Lee Speed Racing Design pinions & spurs

Lee Speed Racing Design pinions & spurs

Lee Speed Racing Design have introduced their new line of titanium pinion and V2 ultra spur gears, available for any EP touring cars on the market. Available in 48 and 64 pitch the pinion is designed to be lightweight and balanced, and can handle high torque while remaining very durable, while the spur gear is made from high quality Derlin material and after almost 1 year of testing the result have shown excellent strength and stiffness as well as low wear and low friction.

Source: Lee Speed [elementhobbies.com]


February 5, 2013

Sweep Racing F1 tires

Sweep Racing F1 tires

Sweep Racing new F1 tires have been designed to fit F104 style chassis’. Unlike other tires on the market these F1 tires were designed with both asphalt and carpet surfaces in mind, have ultra high traction and have a sidewall that is designed to have a realistic look. Sweep claim that tire warmers or tire additives are almost not needed for these tires and they are still very easy to drive. Available for front and rear with double sided bar type inserts they are expected to be released before March.

Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]


February 5, 2013

Yokomo F1 chassis coming soon

Yokomo F1 chassis coming soon

Yokomo have released early photos of their new F1 chassis. Up front the car will features double wishbone type suspension with front stabilizer effect, adjustable front camber angle, caster angle, ride height and other adjustments. In the rear it uses link suspension and a ball differential. The chassis is made from 3mm carbon fibre and there will be an optional narrow front suspension.

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