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June 8, 2011

Serpent releases the S411

As mentioned back in January, Serpent have re-entered the competitive electric touring car market with the S411, which like their previous cars, has been designed to win straight out of the box. Featuring an ultra low centre of gravity, optimized weight distribution, high performance geometry and top quality materials throughout, the S411 should see you in the winner’s circle in no time. Everything associated with this car is of the highest quality, from the packaging and supplied manuals, right through to the product and race support.

View more images of the S411 here

June 8, 2011

CSO LAB-C801 clutch bell

CSO products have released this new clutch bell for the Capricorn 1/8 LAB-C801 on road car. This high quality clutch bell has been made form hard coated 7075 T6 aluminium, which at only 3.7g is lighter than the original kit version.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]

June 8, 2011

Huge RC FF11 FF03 conversion

Over 6 months in development by former World Champion Surikarn Chaidajsuriya, Huge RC have release the FF11 FF03 conversion. The prototype was used to win this year’s FWD class at the TITC in Thailand, with the design aimed at making the car more rigid, tunable and reliable on the track. The kit features a narrow 2.5mm carbon fibre chassis allowing it to rip through corners as well as a 2mm carbon fibre top deck held in place by 8 screws which can be removed to adjust flex. A new battery mounting system, utilizing an o-ring and aluminium mounts keeps it in place while tape slots allow it to be secured further. Other features include 3mm carbon fibre front and rear shock towers, one piece aluminium front motor mount and blue anodised aluminium lower bulkheads, which are symmetrical in design allowing the bulkhead to be interchangeable front and rear.

View more images of the conversion here

June 7, 2011

Roche TRF417 heavy duty spool cups

Roche have introduced their new heavy duty spool cups for the TRF417 & 416. The spool cups are made from spring steel for more durability, yet have been strategically machined to reduce weight and rotating mass. The cups mount directly to the original Tamiya aluminum front shaft.

Source: Roche RC [roche.hk]

June 7, 2011

Sweep updated EXP45 GT tires

With the growing popularity of the electric 1/8 GT class, it was obvious some changes were needed in the tires. Because of the extraordinary torque an electric motor creates, there is a lot of stress on the tires. The new improved Sweep EXP45 GT tires have been redesigned to provide more forward traction, come up to race temperature quicker and maintain optimum operating temperature. This results in greater acceleration out of the corner, fewer warm up laps and more consistent performance throughout the run.

Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]

June 6, 2011

Xray RX8 molded-composite steering blocks

Xray have released these new molded-composite steering blocks for the RX8. Featuring built-in -1° or +1° kingpin angle, they give you a wider range of adjustment to adapt your car to a specific track. Marked for easy identification, they are sold individually.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

June 4, 2011

Exotek XR3’11 Performance chassis

Exotek have released their all new XR3’11 performance ultra narrow LiPo chassis. Made from 2.25mm thick precision cut carbon fiber the new design helps improve steering and rear traction making going into corners deeper and power-out stronger. Its only 88mm wide at the main chassis section to better utilize lower ride heights for more aggressive cornering. The battery location has also been moved in closer to the belt for better balancing of the new high power LiPos. Finally it features the standard North South servo mounting or East West servo mounting.

View more images of the chassis here

June 2, 2011

Team Titan Blitz C30 Mini body shell

Team Titan have introduced their new Blitz C30, designed for the 1/10 EP Mini M Class with 210mm wheelbase. The C30 can fit most 2WD and 4WD M Class chassis’ on the market. Available in the standard 0.8mm and a strong 1.0mm versions for drivers that need a strong body for fun racing.

View more images of the shell here