April 21, 2011

Xray 8.4mm titanium pivot balls

Xray RX8 8.4mm titanium pivot balls

New from Xray for their NT1 and RX8 chassis’ are these titanium 8.4mm pivot balls. Precisely hand ground for high durability and long life, a single Ti pivot ball is 41% lighter than its steel counterpart. Sold in a set of 4, all steel pivot balls being replaced by these new versions gives a total combined weight saving is 12.3 grams.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


April 20, 2011

MR33 Gear diff oil & multi-gauge

MR33 Gear diff oil & multi-gauge

MR33, brand of 3-time World Champion Marc Rheinard, have introduced some new items to the growing line of products. Firstly is the line of gear diff oil which comes in 4 different types, A, B, C & D. This temperature resistant and long lasting oil comes in 50ml bottles. Also new is a multi-gauge for measuring ride-height and downstop settings. Made from black anodised aluminium, the measurements are printed onto the surface with the ride height ranging from 2.5mm to 6.0mm in 0.25mm increments, while the droop can be measured from 4.0mm to 7.0mm. All items are available from the completely renewed ToniSport e-shop, which you can find here.

View the gauge here


April 20, 2011

F.V.S.S. ‘Inchiostro Forte’ tire additive

F.V.S.S. 'Inchiostro Forte' tire additive

New from F.V.S.S. is their ‘Inchiostro Forte’ tire additive. Made using a special racing formula, its long lasting effect works on foam tires. This all round traction additive works great on carpet or asphalt tracks and comes supplied in a safe and convenient 120 ml bottle.

Source: F.V.S.S. [fvssshop.it]


April 19, 2011

Xray T3 LiPo battery backstops

Xray T3 LiPo battery backstops

Xray have released this set of alu LiPo battery backstops to prevent LiPo battery movement on the T3’11 chassis. Their ultra-strong construction provides long life and durability in even the most extreme racing conditions. CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium to add weight to the car and improve balance.

View the backstops mounted here


April 19, 2011

Much More Mini-Z setup board

Much More Mini-Z setup board

Much More have released their new Mini-Z setup board. Made from a clear blue material, it is rigid and will remain flat, making it perfect to help setup your Kyosho Mini-Z or 1/18th scale car. Weighing in at 148 grams and measuring 210mm x 1200mm it sports non slip rubber feet and etched Much More logo.

Source: Much More [muchmoreracing.net]


April 17, 2011

Yokomo R12 & GT500 kingpin spacers

Yokomo R12 & GT500 Kingpin Spacers

Yokomo have released these optional kingpin spacers for their 1/12th scale R12 and GT500 chassis’. The pack of spacers includes 0.5mm (4), 1.0mm (2) and 2.0mm (2) and allow the user to adjust the ride height be placing them under the steering knuckle as shown in the photo above.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]


April 15, 2011

Team Titan 1/10th EP TC carbon rim

Team Titan 1/10th EP TC carbon rim

Team Titan have released their 1/10th EP Touring car carbon rim. After extensive testing with 24mm EP rubber tires, they have found that this new rim gives lots of stability during cornering as well as high speeds, especially in hot summer weather. Due to its construction the rim will not become soft and therefore gives consistent handling from the first to the last minutes.

Source: Team Titan [team-titan.com.tw]


April 15, 2011

RB 11.9mm ceramic bearing

RB 11.9mm ceramic bearing

RB have released this new 11.9mm ceramic ball bearing. Designed to fit perfectly into the T11RS engine, it is the perfect upgrade to help improve performance and durability.

Source: RB [rbproducts.com]