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May 13, 2011

Xray RX8 middle shaft holder & optional belts

Xray have released this aluminium front middle shaft holder for the RX8, which includes and lightweight aluminium collar – short, composite bushings and 6×13 high-speed ball-bearings. The lightened locating collar is made from tough 7076 T6 aluminium, while composite bushings secure ball-bearings in both sides of the hub carrier allowing perfect fitment and smooth operation to ultimately impart much higher lifetime compared to bearings installed directly into aluminium. The ultra-strong construction of the premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum front middle shaft holder provides very long life and durability. Xray have also released a complete line of high-performance kevlar reinforced optional belts for the RX8.

View the new belts here

May 12, 2011

Schumacher Mi4 gear diff

Schumacher have announced a new gear diff for the Mi4 range of cars. Made by World Champion gear diff suppliers Spec R this will fit directly into the Mi4CX but will also fit older cars with blade style drive shafts, such as the Mi3, Mi3.5, Mi4, and Mi4LP. So far in testing their drivers have been using Schumacher 70wt – 100wt shock oil in the diff for best results. Very little maintenance is required compared to regular ball diff under high load conditions with modern powerful brushless systems.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

May 11, 2011

Yeah Racing Tamiya M chassis parts

Yeah Racing have released a number of new parts for Tamiya M chassis’ beginning with this single piece aluminium gearbox plate for the Tamiya M06. A perfect replacement for the stock plastic plate it helps dissipate heat and unlike the stock version which requires assembling, this is a single piece. Also new is this large aluminium heat sink plate for the M05. The original M05 car does not come with a heat sink for the motor which can overheat, so this product is specially designed to solve this issue. Finally Yeah Racing have launch several new motor gears/pinions for Tamiya car kits, which are made from hard coated aluminium. Available in a wide range of teeth from 18T to 26T.

View the other products here

May 11, 2011

Shepherd GT-C5 light 1/8 scale bodyshell

Shepherd have introduced their new 1/8 scale bodyshell called the GT-C5 light. Developed in Germany according to the new IFMAR regulations for the 1/8 scale class, which stipulates lower sides, this shell is EFRA homologated (#31524). Featuring easy handling with lots of downforce the new front end design and recessed central front area creates lots of steering too. The body is made from 0,75mm thick high quality clear polycarbonate and is available now.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

May 11, 2011

Xray RX8 aluminium front body posts

To compliment the new carbon front body post mount released this morning for the RX8, Xray have have produced these aluminium front body posts. CNC-machined from premium lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium they work with both the composite and optional graphite plate. Sold in a set of 2.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

May 11, 2011

Serpent 966 aerodynamic front bumper

New from Serpent for their 966 they have introduced their updated front bumper, as seen during our Worlds coverage in Miami. Made of almost unbreakable composite nylon, with a new aerodynamic design, the higher curved edges on the trailing edge prevent the bumper bending downwards. The outer most lowered surfaces are very thin and can be cut out with a hobby-knife resulting in more steering. This bumper is also shorter and the front is flatter to accommodate the low ‘nose’ of the current bodyshells.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

May 11, 2011

Team Orion .12 Black Edition ABI engine

Team Orion have released an updated version of their .12 Black Edition ABI engine. Winning the 2010 French national title with Adrien Bertin, and taking 2nd overall with Basile Concialdi, this new engine features a hard black coated crankshaft as well as a specially treated crankcase. Other updates include a new carburetor with isolated material, new Black Edition cooling head, new timing and it comes with an EFRA 2653 pipe with new conical manifold. Available in a complete package this engine just recently won the second round of the French Nationals with Basile Concialdi.

View more images of the engine here

May 11, 2011

Xray RX8 graphite body post mounting plate

The new parts for the RX8 keep coming, with Xray releasing this graphite front body post mounting plate. Tough, strong and lightweight, it is made from thick CNC-machined top-grade graphite.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]