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June 1, 2016

WRC GTX intermediate step aluminium body mounts

Coming from Italian company WRC and made for the GTX 1/8th nitro on-road car are intermediate step aluminium body mounts. Machined from aluminium and coming with a high-gloss finish the mounts offer in-between steps for the body height adjustments that are accessible by simply turning the mounts by 90 degree and using the second, lower row of body clip holes. This design makes for finer body height adjustments without the need for additional mounts or parts.

Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]

June 1, 2016

Picco introduces new off-road & on-road mufflers

Italian company Picco has introduced two new nitro engine mufflers. First up is the EFRA 2133 off-road variant with exceptional low-RRM torque and the muffler is know to give improved bottom end power compared to its sister EFRA 2099 exhaust. Also new is the EFRA 2120 Performance on-road exhaust. Made from a special aluminium alloy that improved the overall performance the muffler comes with an engraved “Performance” to make for easy identification.

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May 31, 2016

Teamsaxo GT300W-V2 1/12th scale pan car kit

Teamsaxo have introduced their new GT300W-V2 1/12th scale pan car kit. Developed using the input of drivers and distributors the V2 kit will include hard compound plastics and a lowered front suspension seat for improved handling and precision, it comes with harder metal parts and also a redesigned power pod for easier motor installation and removal as well as a new rear axle mount that now uses shims to adjust the ride height, doing away with the previously used insert system. The kit will hit the stores very soon.

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May 31, 2016

WRC GTX kevlar pulley set

Italian company WRC have introduced a set of kevlar-reinforced belt pulleys for the GTX 1/8th nitro on-road car. Designed to replace the kit’s standard parts the kevlar variants will make for improved durability while giving the car that “factory” look. The set includes a total of six pulleys and bushings and it is a direct replacement for the stock parts.

Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]

May 31, 2016

New Mugen HD pinion gears & multi-hole pistons

Mugen Seiki have introduced new option parts for their range of on-road vehicles. First up are the HD pinions for the MRX6 and MGT7 cars. The heavy duty gears sport a nickel-plated surfaces rather than being hard-anodised which makes for improved wear resistance. They are available in four sizes including 15T and 16T first gear and 19T and 20T second gear variants. Also new are 3-hole and 4-hole pistons for the MRX and MTX cars. Coming in sets of two the pistons add more damper setup options to Mugen’s popular on-road cars and it is understood that they come in handy especially on high-bite surfaces.

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May 30, 2016

T-Works titanium-nitride tyre cutter tip

Coming from T-Works is a titanium-nitride coated tyrer cutter tip. Compatible with most tyre cutters and truers the tip features a special surface treatment, known from hinge pins and shock shafts, that is both hard-wearing and friction reducing. The cutting element comes in a padded box for easy transportation and storage.

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May 30, 2016

Muchmore Impact Linear FD2 6400mAh LCG LiPo battery

Muchmore Impact Linear FD2 6400mAh LCG LiPo battery pack

Muchmore have introduced their new Impact Linear FD2 series LCG LiPo battery pack. Made from high performance 110C cells the battery is only 22.3mm tall, meaning its use will lower the car’s centre of gravity compared to the class-standard 25.1mm packs. With a capacity of 6400mAh it is good for the use in modified and stock classes alike and the weight of only 271g also reduces the vehicle’s overall weight, allowing to put weight where it is needed.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

May 28, 2016

Destiny RX10S spring steel front spool cups

Destiny have introduced a set of spring steel front spool cups for the RX10S touring car. Designed to replace the standard composite parts the steel items are much stronger, they offer higher precision and make for improved power supply. With a hardened surface for wear and a second set of drive pin slots they are also very durable.

Source: Destiny [destinyracing.jp]