New from Lee Martin’s LMR brand is this brass bulkhead for the Tamiya 201X. Used to help Lee win the 2011 European championship and make the IFMAR worlds A main, it adds 35g of weight over the front end. The block uses utlises plastic inserts to reduce wear and make maintenance less costly.
Source: LMR [l-m-racing.co.uk]
Arrowmax have released this universal joint set for Mugen MTX5. Extremely durable, they are made of a very strong and long life spring steel material, while the use of a CVD helps enhance the performance of the car compared to kit standard dogbones.
Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]
New from Hudy, these conical clutch washer springs offer more consistent clutch operation for maximum punch. When using the standard spring, after the clutch is set for the first time the spring becomes deformed over time and needs re-tightening. This new conical clutch washer spring set allows the clutch to retain its setting for a very long time without needing readjustment. Suitable for 1/8th and 1/10th clutches they are sold in a set of 0.4mm washers (8pcs) and 0.6mm washers (8pcs).
F.V.S.S. have introduced a new range of titanium screws to their existing product line. These premium titanium screws are made in Europe and machined from grade 2 titanium and compared to the standard screws, these versions are more approximately 45% lighter. Available in 3×6, 3×8, 3×10, 3×12 & 3x16mm countersunk versions and 3×4, 3×6, 3×8, 3×10, 3×12 & 3x16mm button head versions. They are also available as complete sets for the most popular 1/8, 1/10 & 1/12 on road car.
Source: F.V.S.S. [fvssrc.com]
JQ Products have released these new CNC machined aluminium rear hubs which come in gold or black and are stronger and more tunable than the stock plastic ones. The upper link holes are one row higher than on the plastic hub, so the 2nd highest row is the same as the plastic hub top row. The new top row makes THECar smoother in corners, and it seems to keep a more consistent arc around corners. Also, the hub requires 4 plastic spacers to fit in the arm, with 2 in front, and 2 behind being the stock position. This means it can be moved 2mm further forwards for even more rear traction, or backwards for high traction tracks, compared with the plastic hub. JQ have also released new soft bladders for the shocks which give THECar more traction and makes the suspension feel smoother. The shocks are also easier to build with this bladder.
Capricorn have released a pair of CVD shafts for the Mugen MTX-5. These lightweight shafts are suitable for the front and rear of the car and help reduce the overall weight by 12 grams. Supplied with all the parts necessary to mount them to the wheel axle.
Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]
FTW Racing Components have introduced its carbon fibre steering rack kit for Team Durango’s new DEX210 buggy. The kit was developed in response to demand from racers for a robust alternative to the stock piece. Maintaining the stock dimensions and mounting locations it drastically improves the rigidity of the steering link for improved precision and durability. The kits includes the link and hardware necessary for a simple bolt-on installation. Like all FTW carbon fiber components, the steering rack is fabricated in the USA from high grade USA carbon fibre.
View the steering rack mounted here
Intech Racing have introduced two new option parts for the BR-5 Evo, a CNC machined 5mm lengthened chassis & 105mm rear center drive shaft. With the new longer 7075 aluminium chassis, the weight distribution of the buggy will now be 50%/50% between the front and rear, which helps the rough track handling better than ever. The new 105mm rear centre drive shaft is necessary for the new longer chassis.
View the centre drive shaft here
