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October 13, 2017

Infinity IF14 Ver.B shock towers

Coming from Infinity and made for the IF14 touring car are new Ver.B shock towers. Only launched at the beginning of the 2017 season, the IF14 has enjoyed great success being crowned Reedy Race Champion, German and Japanese National Champions, and most recently champion of the inaugural Chinese Electric Touring Car Championship. With drivers liking the car’s responsive feel, feedback however identified that they also wanted the option of being able to run a more stable set-up to suit various track conditions. The Ver.B towers offer different shock mounting positions which are perfect for when looking to make the driving feel milder than that of the standard kit set-up.

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October 13, 2017

Radtec aluminium Xray side spring retainers

Coming from Radtec are new aluminium pan car side spring retainers for Xray springs. The parts are machined from aluminium, they come black anodised and with engraved markings to allow for a more precise setup. The retainers are designed to take Xray side springs and they are usable with a wide range of 1/10th and 1/12th pan car chassis.

Source: Radtec [radtec-rc.com]

October 13, 2017

Xray lightweight GTX8 foam front bumper

Xray have introduced a lightweight foam front bumper for the GTX8 1/8th GT car. The high-density bumper is cut from a special, lightweight foam with the part weighing 19g less compared to the standard bumper. It is yet very strong to ensure exceptional chassis protection.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

October 12, 2017

Shepherd Velox F1 2018 formula car kit

Shepherd have introduced the next evolution step of their successful Velox F1 platform. The Velox F1 2018 features a new battery mount system that utilises a new carbon fibre battery brace and upper plate that accommodates a rubber O-ring to secure the battery pack while also shifting the pack about 2.6mm towards the rear for increased traction and easier handling characteristics. To further improve the Velox Revolutionary Shock System the latest evolution of floating pistons is also included in the kit from now on. With the help of an additional O-ring the new floating piston completely prevents any possible tilt of the piston inside the shock absorber resulting in a fully leak-free and easy to adjust operation.

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October 12, 2017

3DRC Project 4X belt tensioner

3DRC have introduced their new front belt tensioner for the Serpent Project 4X touring car. The design allows to run the car with decreased belt tension for a more efficient drivetrain. 3-D-printed for a low weight and good stability the part weighs in at only 2g. Not included is the necessary hardware in the form of two M3x10mm button head screws, one M3x6mm button head screw and two 3x6x2.5mm ball bearings. The belt tensioner is easy to install and allow for a wide range of belt tension adjustments. The part is available through 3DRC’s Shapeways store or select hobby shops.

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October 12, 2017

JConcepts 1966 Chevy II Nova drag racing body shell

Coming from JConcepts is the 1966 Chevy II Nova drag racing body shell. The lid shows off an extensive sharp-edged restyle based in part on the Super Nova concept vehicle. In general, proportions are squared up and features including a bold grille and semi-fastback roofline highlight the shape. Humped fenders in an angular rear-end were reminiscent of other Chevrolets from the era of style. The main shell is comprised of three pieces which includes intricate detail for the front and rear. The front-end closure shows off the single headlight style with deep recessed sections along the grille and front bumper to faithfully replicate the original. The rear closure section includes bumper detail, trunk works and vertical taillight cues. Aligning the front and rear sections are critical, but after a little paint and detailing, the Chevy comes together in magical fashion. In addition, the design team added a rear wing sectional to the project to bring the drag racing inspiration to life. The two-piece rear wing is trunk mounted with a lower support and upper wing with high-speed stabilising ribs for added performance. Included in each body set is a 1966 Chevy Nova II decal sheet, front-end grille closure piece, rear-end trunk/bumper closure, rear wing option including lower support and upper wing spoiler and the paint mask for all windows and rear wing, 3mm mounting hardware. As always, each body set is backed with JConcepts customer support and racing heritage. The Chevy II Nova measures a 13″/330mm wheelbase and the inside dimensions of the body are 10.75″/273mm wide front and 11″/297mm rear. The body is built for a 2WD SCT wheelbase length and narrowed to more resemble the original 1:1 counterpart.

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October 11, 2017

Rusti Design chassis protector decals

French brand Rusti Design have introduced their new chassis protector decals. Sporting flashy Rusti Design graphics the pre-cut decals are available in eight different colour variants and for a huge range of brands and cars – including on-road, off-road and some vintage kits. Using the protractor skins will ensure a longer chassis plate life in abrasive track conditions and cooler looks when the car is upside down.

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October 11, 2017

RC Maker long reach touring car ride height gauge

New from RC Maker is a simplified ride height gauge for touring cars with longer platforms. Outdoor racing with carbon chassis can lead to excessive chassis wear in the exact spots which drivers measure the ride height from. The increased 20mm length of the platforms allows the gauge to reach a more inner, unworn part of the chassis. This gives a much more accurate reading on the ride height, noting the difference between measurements can be from 0.2mm – 1mm depending on how worn the chassis is. The gauge of six platforms ranging from 5mm to 6mm in 0.2mm increments suits all racing conditions with fine tunability. It features a lightweight 7075 aluminium construction with black anodising and white laser etched numbers and logo.

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