November 8, 2012

Spec-R R1 option parts

Spec-R have released a number of new parts for their R1 EP touring car. Joining the current trend, the first part is the red anodised centrally mounted aluminium servo mount to eliminate tweak improving chassis flex and balance. Next up is an aluminium belt stabilizer mount replacing the standard plastic version for improved strength. For adjustment there is a complete set of roll center adjustment spacers in 0.5mm and 1.0mm versions and finally there is red anodised spacers in 0.5mm, 1.0mm and 2.0mm versions.

View the other new products here


November 7, 2012

Smokem 417CTR servo mount

The Smokem 417CTR servo mount is now available for the TRF417 and TRF417X. This servo mount allows the servo on your Tamiya to be mounted along the centerline of the chassis. By eliminating the outside mounting point it frees up front-end flex for improved steering. Furthermore this servo mount ensures symmetrical chassis flex in this area, for a more balanced steering response. The Smokem 417CTR Servo Mount is made from premium 7075-T6 aluminium and is anodized blue to match the rest of your TRF racing machine.

View another image of the mount here


November 7, 2012

Arrowmax TCXX ECS drive shaft set

Arrowmax have released this new ECS double jointed drive shaft set for the HB TCXX. Made from spring steel to increase durability it is a direct replacement for the stock part. Sold in a pair it comes supplied with 2 wheel axle bearings.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]


November 7, 2012

Durango moulded inserts and cross shaft set

Team Durango’s new moulded inserts and cross shaft set fits the differentials in all Team Durango 1/8th scale models. These parts replace the steel cross shafts and inserts in the differential, offering a huge reduction in weight over the steel parts. The moulded parts are 80% lighter than the steel parts they replace, giving a total weight saving of 22.2g per vehicle. They have been extensively tested by their Pro team who found an increase in acceleration and breaking performance due to the reduction in the rotating mass of their cars’ transmission. The testing has shown that there is no detrimental effect in durability when using these moulded parts. Supplied in a set of 3, which is enough to replace the cross shafts and differential inserts in the front, centre and rear differentials in one vehicle.

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November 7, 2012

Rsector F104 high traction system

Rsector have released this high traction system for the Tamiya F104 chassis. Consisting of a steel rear lower chassis, 2 brass weights and an aluminium rear diffuser the combined set is 118 grams. The result is a more rigid rear end, better cooling and due to the weight it has more traction. You can further increase performance by using their new carbon rear axle which is 19 grams lighter than the standard steel shaft.

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November 7, 2012

VP Pro RS-502 Evo clutch shoes

VP Pro has announced Evo versions of their RS-502 clutch shoe and RS-502H heavier clutch shoe. Made with a new aluminium alloy, the clutch shoes are now more durable while the weight has been altered. A tiny washer coming with the clutch shoes is the most outstanding feature. After long-term tests and research, they found if they insert a tiny round washer between the clutch shoe and flywheel, friction is largely reduced and thus the engine spools quicker. One set of clutch shoes includes 3 clutch shoes, 3 washers and 3 sets of springs, 0.9mm gold, 1.0mm silver and 1.1mm black.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]


November 6, 2012

HB TCXX aluminium gear diff outdrive set

HB have introduced this aluminium gear diff outdrive set for the TCXX touring car. Lighter rotational weight for greater acceleration they were used by Atsushi Hara to claim the Top Qualifier position at the 2012 IFMAR World Championships. Hard coated for longer life they are sold in a pair.

Source: HB [hpieurope.com]


November 6, 2012

T.O.P. Racing alloy servo mounts

T.O.P. Racing have released this pair of optional alloy servo mounts. The red anodised parts are designed to work in the Photon and Photon EX but can also be used in other brands of car and other R/C applications.

Source: T.O.P. [top-racing.jp]