Serpent have introduced a full line of 48 and 64 pitch spur gears for electric touring cars. Super true running, they are made from durable nylon and are lightweight with 12 small and 9 large holes to make it easier to reach the cars motor mounts. The number of tooth is indicated on the gears and they are available in 64P in 4 tooth increments from 92T to 116T, while the 48P come in 3 tooth increments from 69T to 87T.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
LRP have released some new parts for their S8 BXR evo 1/8th scale buggy. First up are these rear suspension arm mounts which are now available in 2.7° and 3.5° versions. Machined from aluminium, the increased caster makes the car more stable during acceleration and is especially good on bumpy and rough tracks. Also new is a range of tapered shock pistons which feature an angular bore in place of the regular straight hole. Available in 8×1.0mm, 8×1.1mm, 6×1.2mm, 8×1.2mm, 6×1.3mm and 8×1.3mm, the new configuration changes the damping characteristics of your car completely giving a much smoother action.
New for the Photon touring car, TOP Racing have released this version 2 alloy steering block. Featuring 3 new steering link mounting positions for extra Ackermann adjustments, the blocks have been optimised for today’s electric rubber tire touring car race regulations.
Source: TOP [top-racing.jp]
Capricorn have announced the addition to their current range of 1/8th scale tires, the F1. Expected to be released soon, these rims are super lightweight and will of course be available in the usual range of pre mounted shores. Also new for the LAB C801 is updated carbon fibre rear upper wishbone mounting brackets that feature 3mm higher mounting position for the pin. Up front for the same car is new upper suspension brackets which are 1.5mm further inward for improved steering response.
For the S411 Serpent have released three new suspension brackets for fine tuning the setup of their electric touring car. Made from high quality 7075 T6 aluminium, they can be used in front and rear and come grey anodised and laser engraved with the number. Available in 1.5, 2.5 and 3.5.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
Team Associated have released the TC6 screw set in lightweight blue aluminium. These 97 screws include socket head, button head and countersunk head screws, specifically M2x5 SHCS (12), M2x4 BHCS (8), M2.5×4 BHCS (3), M3x6 BHCS (22), M3x8 BHCS (9), M3x6 FHCS (38), M3x8 FHCS (2) & M3x12 FHCS (3).
Source: Associated [rc10.com]
Team Durango have released some new option parts for the DNX408 to tune performance and make your ‘408 stand out from the crowd. First up are these aluminium turnbuckles which offer lower weight when compared to the standard steel part. Anodized gold they also add style to your model, when fitted they offer a massive 62% weight saving over the original components. Available in several lengths. Next up is this fuel tank lid puller set that is designed to improve access to the fuel tank during a pit stop. This part fits to the lid on your fuel tank and allows quick and easy opening ensuring quick and trouble free pit stops. It contains 4 pullers plus the screws required to mount them. Team Durango clutch springs are now available in different thicknesses (0.7mm, 0.8mm, 0.9mm & 1.0mm) allowing you to tune your clutch. The vented shock cap allows air to move in and out of the area above the shock diaphragm offering more consistent damping, especially on rough terrain. Aluminium pivot balls offer lower weight when compared to the standard steel part giving a 60% weight saving over the original. Finally these aluminium suspension arm bushings once again offer weight savings of 69% when compared to the standard steel parts.
View all the new option parts here
Standard on the 733 Team Edition, Serpent have released the complete new SL6 gearbox to fit earlier models of 733 cars. The all new design gearbox has very low inertia, lighter adapter, lighter aluminium bell and one-way adapter with German one-way bearing, new steel shaft, smaller shoes and newly designed gears. Includes rod type side stiffener with ball joints.
View more images of the gearbox here
