New for the NT1 from Xray comes these super lightweight aluminium drive shafts that have been CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 and hard coated for extra durability. Laser engraved for easy identification, the new design is up to 38% lighter than the standard steel drive shaft. Recommended for use in the rear only.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Xray have released this aluminium front middle shaft holder for the RX8, which includes and lightweight aluminium collar – short, composite bushings and 6×13 high-speed ball-bearings. The lightened locating collar is made from tough 7076 T6 aluminium, while composite bushings secure ball-bearings in both sides of the hub carrier allowing perfect fitment and smooth operation to ultimately impart much higher lifetime compared to bearings installed directly into aluminium. The ultra-strong construction of the premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum front middle shaft holder provides very long life and durability. Xray have also released a complete line of high-performance kevlar reinforced optional belts for the RX8.
Schumacher have announced a new gear diff for the Mi4 range of cars. Made by World Champion gear diff suppliers Spec R this will fit directly into the Mi4CX but will also fit older cars with blade style drive shafts, such as the Mi3, Mi3.5, Mi4, and Mi4LP. So far in testing their drivers have been using Schumacher 70wt – 100wt shock oil in the diff for best results. Very little maintenance is required compared to regular ball diff under high load conditions with modern powerful brushless systems.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
Xray have released new aluminium steering blocks with 5° kingpin for the XB808. CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, they are then hard coated for extra durability and long life. The new 5 degrees of inclination increases in-corner steering and is recommended for technical tracks where in corner steering is needed. These new steering blocks are 1mm narrower which also helps increase the steering. Using the standard wheel hexes the offset is -1mm compared to old steering blocks with standard wheel hexes. Ultra-strong construction provides very long life and durability in even the most extreme racing conditions. Includes composite bushings to secure ball-bearings in both sides of the steering block, allowing perfect fitment and smooth operation to ultimately impart much higher lifetime compared to bearings installed directly into aluminium steering blocks.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Yeah Racing have released a number of new parts for Tamiya M chassis’ beginning with this single piece aluminium gearbox plate for the Tamiya M06. A perfect replacement for the stock plastic plate it helps dissipate heat and unlike the stock version which requires assembling, this is a single piece. Also new is this large aluminium heat sink plate for the M05. The original M05 car does not come with a heat sink for the motor which can overheat, so this product is specially designed to solve this issue. Finally Yeah Racing have launch several new motor gears/pinions for Tamiya car kits, which are made from hard coated aluminium. Available in a wide range of teeth from 18T to 26T.
To compliment the new carbon front body post mount released this morning for the RX8, Xray have have produced these aluminium front body posts. CNC-machined from premium lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium they work with both the composite and optional graphite plate. Sold in a set of 2.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
New from Serpent for their 966 they have introduced their updated front bumper, as seen during our Worlds coverage in Miami. Made of almost unbreakable composite nylon, with a new aerodynamic design, the higher curved edges on the trailing edge prevent the bumper bending downwards. The outer most lowered surfaces are very thin and can be cut out with a hobby-knife resulting in more steering. This bumper is also shorter and the front is flatter to accommodate the low ‘nose’ of the current bodyshells.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
The new parts for the RX8 keep coming, with Xray releasing this graphite front body post mounting plate. Tough, strong and lightweight, it is made from thick CNC-machined top-grade graphite.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
