Coming from RCLyfe is their new carbon fibre steering post wrench for the TLR 22 series 2WD buggies and trucks. The 1mm thick wrench is designed to hold the steering post in place when removing the top bulkhead on the 22, preventing it from spinning and loosening up. The wrench will work on all 22 vehicles with the steering rack such as the 22 3.0 to 5.0, the 22T 3.0 and 4.0 as well as the 22SCT 3.0.
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Vision Racing have introduced their new range of high performance greases and lubes. First up is the Gear Grease, a synthetic lubricant that reduces drivetrain friction and noises. Also new is the MX Bearing Grease, a synthetic lube that provides long lasting performance for smooth operation of highly stressed ball bearings. Last but not least comes the synthetic O-ring Grease that provides protection for both shock and differential O-rings. It will ensure smooth shock and diff action. All lubes come in handy containers for easy storage and application.
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Made for drag racing converted Traxxas Slash 2WD trucks is the new Stinger wheelie bar from Pro-Line. The Stinger is a lightweight, single wheel pre-built wheelie bar that will keep the car tracking straight and the driver taking the victory. Made from very stiff yet durable nylon, the kit is designed to mimic full-size steel wheelie bars for the ultimate in scale look and performance. The height of the wheelie bar is adjustable, so drivers can dial in how much lift they want out of the front end and the wheel rides on a smooth ball bearing for minimal resistance. An extra wheel is included for spares.
New to RudeBits’ Rude not to! range of accessories is a water-resistant and Lithium-based shock and diff seals grease. Coming in large 10ml jars the lube will ensure protection of shock and differential seals, ensuring a long life of silicone O and X-rings as well as smooth overall performance.
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GForce have introduced their new Burst Sonic 540-class electric brushless modified and stock motors. They build around a minimalistic machined aluminium can with an exposed and specially coated stator for improved cooling in high ambient temperatures while the internal design makes for greatly increased overall torque which is further helped by the use of 13mm rotors. The motor also features adjustable timing, dual sensor ports for easier and tidier wire routing, heavy-duty gold-plated solder tabs as well as laser-engraved graphics. The modified range includes 5.5T to 8.5T variants while the stock motors come as 10.5T to 21.5T variants all of which utilise 7.2mm inner diameter rotors for sharper response to throttle input.
Coming from Tekin is the new G4 Spec-R brushless motor specially designed for competitive stock racing. Available in 10.5T, 13.5T, 17.5T, 21.5T and 25.5T, the motor utilises new and improved rotors, 60 degrees of adjustable timing, an over-sized front bearing and high-power solder tabs all combine in this ULR Technology Spec-R motor lineup. They can be upgraded with Tekin’s optional ceramic bearings to maximise the power output and efficiency. The new stator is precision stamped and pressed, increasing efficiency and reducing resistance. The motors are hand-wound with high purity copper wire and machined from 6061-T6 aluminium. They are also completely tunable with optional rotors.
Available now from Tekin are their new Gen4 540-class electric brushless modified motors. The company’s fourth generation brushless motors are utilising the best materials available, they were designed to cut weight while reducing resistance, resulting in a purebred racing machine. From Drag Racing to 4WD Modified Buggy, the Gen4 motors handle all situations, providing the smooth power and control across all RPMs when needed. The motor line is a completely new ground-up design. The new stator is precision stamped and pressed, increasing efficiency and reducing resistance. The motors are hand-wound with high purity copper wire and machined from 6061-T6 aluminium and they are also completely tunable with optional rotors.
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Coming from Castle Creations is their new 1717 series 1Y 1650kV sensored brushless motor that is ideal for heavier 1/8th vehicles and lighter 1/6th scale vehicles running up to 8S. Castle’s first new 17 series motor in over a decade now has an improved 4-pole 12-slot design that boasts exceptional efficiency and produces less heat. It is the perfect upgrade for any 1/6th scale vehicles weighing up to 20 lbs and running up to 8S LiPo; it is also a great upgrade for drivers looking for a reliable, high torque 8S motor for their 1/8th scale vehicles. Running modes include sensored and an ultra-efficient sensorless mode, high-strength, high-temperature grade neodymium sintered magnets combined with High-strength Kevlar wrap ensures the integrity of the rotor is not compromised during harsh running conditions, and oversized NMB bearings and a vibration dampening system ensure the longest bearing life possible. And proprietary winding techniques allow to produce a stator assembly that is the lowest possible resistance, resulting in a cooler running motor.
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