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September 30, 2010

Robitronic TL-3C 2,4GHz radio system

Robitronic have released the TL-3C, a 2,4GHz 3-Channel LCD radio system. It features a modern casing design with ergonomically positioned controls, high noise immunity 2,4GHz technology, easily adjustable menus and easy to read LCD screen. It has 16 model memory, digital trim, programmable fail safe and pretty much all the adjustments you need such as end point, throttle & steering speed and it even has brake mixing for large scale cars. Supplied with small XY3000 receiver.

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September 30, 2010

RPM Slash 2wd adjustable body mounts

RPM have released adjustable body posts for the Traxxas Slash 2wd, designed for durability and strength while still allowing you to change the body height on the truck. The unique body post mounting system allows the option of using the stock body height on the chassis. The body can also be lowered as much as 3/16” or raised as much as 3/8” simply by moving the posts up or down on the mounts. This simple, yet clever design is strong enough to handle the toughest of conditions while still allowing enough flex to absorb impacts that could otherwise damage other more fragile internal components of the chassis. Everything about the body mounts and posts are beefier than stock, from the thicker than stock screw mounts to the twin screws holding the body posts on to the mounts. They also use an I-beam shape throughout each mount, which provides the strength these parts need for those less than perfect landings.

View the rear body post here

September 27, 2010

Sanwa MT-4 2.4Ghz transmitter

Sanwa have released CAD images of their soon to be released MT-4 pistol grip transmitter. An all new look, this 2.4Ghz radio sports a large full dot LCD display and all the usual features you would expect from a radio of this level. What’s interesting is the inclusion of a telemetry system that can read receiver voltage, RPM and 2 different temperatures and feed it back to the screen on the transmitter. Expect it to hit the market later in the year.

Source: Sanwa [sanwa-denshi.co.jp]

September 25, 2010

STRC Slash & SC10 option parts

ST Racing Concepts have released more short course option parts, this time for the Slash 4×4 & 2wd as well as the Associated SC10. First up for the Slash 2wd is this aluminum motor heat sink plate. CNC Machined from high-grade aluminium to fit perfectly into the contour of the Slash 2wd motor mounting area, this plate helps support the plastic transmission/motor mounting area on the Slash 2wd transmission case and help dissipate heat better. . Next up for the Slash 2wd is this HD layshaft that allows the use of the Associated slipper clutch system which gives a more consistent slipper feel and more spur gear options to accommodate for gear ratios of today’s brushless motor. For the Slash 4×4 is this ESC mounting plate, which has been CNC machined from 2.5mm thick aluminium, it provides a solid flat piece of surface area for mounting most electronic speed controls on the market today. Using existing chassis holes, this plate will not flex or twist like fiberglass or lexan material mounting plates and prevents damage to the ESC. Finally for the SC10 are these aluminium hex adapter that allows the car to use the more standardized 12mm hex type short course wheels. Machined to be as thin as possible to keep the rear tires of the SC10 under the body and not to alter the rear width too much. The aluminium parts are available in anodized blue, red, silver and gun metal.

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September 24, 2010

Associated SC10 pre mounts & KMC chrome wheels

New from Associated are these SC10 tires premounted on their new scale detailed chrome wheels. These heavy-duty threaded tires and shiny wheels are already glued and ready to take on the toughest challenges. A direct replacement, just use your existing hardware and turn your version of the SC10 into a custom ride. The new KMC chrome wheels are also available separately.

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September 23, 2010

Factory Team progressive Big Bore pistons

Factory Team have released these new shock pistons for Associated vehicles to expand your repertoire of tuning options. The eight 1.3mm pre-drilled holes, work with the tapered design to create an ideal piston with progressive dampening. To cut out the confusion of sorting them out, they’ve cut ‘1.3’ into the flat side of these pistons for easy identification. The team engineers suggest using them with 30–35 weight silicone oil. Fits 16mm shocks on RC8B, RC8T, RC8T-CE, SC8e, SC8e RTR.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

September 21, 2010

Pro-Line Desert Militia body

This is Pro-Line’s new Desert Militia body for SC trucks. Bold unlimited off road styling ready to convert your Short Course (SC) truck into a high performance ‘open class assault vehicle’. Its unique design represents an unlimited racer that would be threat at any event, it has been made with Crystal Clear Genuine GE Lexan. Suitable for Slash, Slash 4×4, Ultima SC, SC10 (with trimming) and Blitz (with trimming).

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September 20, 2010

Novak Havoc 3S is now Traxxas compatible

Novak have announced that you can get the Havoc 3S Brushless/Brush ESC with Traxxas plugs. The Havoc 3S/Ballistic 8.5T Brushless System with Traxxas plug is also being introduced, and is part of the long line of TRA systems Novak offers. These products are equipped with a Traxxas compatible battery connector, able to handle high-current and ready for an easy installation. In other words, no soldering. To further simplify installation they include gold-plated bullet motor plugs, which eliminate tricky wiring and allow the system to be removed easily from the vehicle again without soldering.

Source: Novak [teamnovak.com]