Italian brand SRC have released a new range of tungsten weights for rc cars. First up is this battery plate for the Xray RX8 and NT1. Weighing in at 145 grams it puts the additional weight in the most beneficial spot in the car. Also available are a set of round weights 15x5mm with a 3mm thread weighing 29 grams each and a square weight 8x15x15mm adding 18 grams each to your car.
New for the Serpent Cobra S811 buggy are these ‘square’ pistons. Following extensive testing they have concluded that in order to fine tune your S811 buggy to a multitude of racing conditions you should use these new 8 hole pistons to balance compression and rebound dampening. They will help improve your cars handling in conditions where the bumps are above the racing surface. The shock will be quicker to rebound, putting your tires on the ground more often improving lap times. The pistons are CNC machined from delrin, for super smooth and true shape.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
Team Associated debuted the new +8mm chassis in prototype form at the 2011 IFMAR Worlds, taking the World Championship title, TQ honors and the top two steps on the podium. Now, racers world-wide can upgrade their B4 or B4.1 to the latest specs with the new B4 +8mm Conversion Kit. The additional 8mm of added wheelbase helps make the B4 easier to drive and more stable without sacrificing the critical traction needed for lower-grip tracks. Fits B4 FT, B4.1 FT and B4 RS RTR. Some bodies may fit the longer chassis with little or no modification. Racers can purchase a +8mm B4 body from racing partners Pro-Line and JConcepts.
Source: Associated [rc10.com]
Schumacher have released their latest Speed Secret options for both the Mi4 and the Cougar SV. This new long top deck conversion set for the Mi4CX gives optimised longitudinal flex geometry to improve traction levels and decrease lap times. Developed by the Schumacher Race Team including Multiple British Champion Chris Grainger and used by Matt White to win the final BRCA National at Mendip. For the Cougar SV these cool alloy Zero Trail axles give the car more consistent steering throughout the turn and a more aggressive steering feel compared to trailing axles. Straight line stability may be slightly reduced.
View the zero trail axles here
Serpent have released the upgrade-set to convert your S120-L into the recently announced LT version. The set includes all the necessary parts to upgrade convert it including chassis, pod plate, shock plate, shock tower, side plates, top deck, aluminium posts and top quality hex fasteners. The tube-set is also available and is sold separately.
TrakPower’s new gear grease (2oz) gives superior lubrication to reduce friction and wear for gears, universals, thrust bearings and other applications. It’s waterproof with formulated ‘non-sling’ properties. TrakPower have also released some Rosin Core silver solder (15g) which provides strong solder joints with low resistance and high conductivity. Environmentally safe, it contains no lead and has 3% silver content.
T.O.P. Racing have released this new version 2 left rear hub for their Rebel 12 1/12th scale chassis. Machined from red anodised aluminium, this new part gives a more balanced rotational mass and truer operation.
View more images of the part here
New from Xray for the RX8 are these aluminium upper suspension holders. CNC-machined from the highest-grade Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, the composite front upper suspension eccentric bushings are included. Ultra-strong construction for increased durability.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
