March 28, 2011

Hiro Seiko coloured stainless steel screws

Hiro Seiko coloured stainless steel screws

Hiro Seiko have introduced a new series of stainless steel screws to their large existing product line. A first in the R/C industry, these colored steel crews are denser than a normal alloy screw, but also heavier so not only will it look great but it will provide more strength to areas that need it. Available in t-blue, red, purple and smoke-black in sizes M3x6, M3x8, M3x10, M3x12, M3x14, M3x16, M3x18 & M3x20 they come in countersunk or done head versions, both with hex drive.

Source: Hiro Seiko [hiro-seiko.com]


March 25, 2011

C4.1 Centro B4.1 Mid motor conversion

C4.1 Centro B4.1 Mid motor conversion

CML Distribution, UK importers for Associated among other brands, have release this teaser graphic on their site with little information other than the name and that it will be coming soon. The C4.1 Centro is obviously a mid motor conversion for the extremely popular Team Associated B4.1 but beyond that there is no information. We will bring you the details when we get them.

Source: CML [cmldistribution.co.uk]


March 23, 2011

Xray XB808 adjustable rear hub carrier

Xray XB808 adjustable rear hub carrier

Xray have released this aluminum XB808 adjustable rear hub carrier. CNC-machined from premium lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, hardcoated for extra durability and long life, it offers new and unique possibility to adjust the roll-center in 1:8 off road cars. The upright has 3 holes where the upper linkage can be mounted by aluminum ball with thread, while aluminium shims can be used for increasing or decreasing angle of roll center. Smart Xray engineering includes the use of composite bushings to secure ball-bearings in both sides of the hub carrier, allowing perfect fitment and smooth operation to ultimately impart much higher lifespan compared to bearings installed directly into aluminium hub carriers. Additional roll center adjustments are possible through the use of composite roll center bushings which can be inserted in two different orientation positions for the pivot pin. Holes in the upper position give +2mm upper roll center, while holes in the lower position are equal to the standard composite roll center position.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


March 22, 2011

Xray T3 upper bulkhead clamps

Xray T3 upper bulkhead clamps

For use on the Xray T3, these ultra-light, ultra-strong upper bulkhead clamps have been CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium and anodised orange. Roll-center positions provide a great range of adjustments for both front and rear suspension roll centers and bulkhead cavities permit 3 different mounting roll-center positions as well as roll-center height by adding/removing shims under the ball joint. Must be used with #302653 ball joints.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


March 19, 2011

Axial XR10 Heavy duty gear plate

Axial XR10 Heavy duty gear plate

New from Axial, the XR10 Heavy Duty Gear Plate is precision machined from durable billet aluminum and is 4mm in the heat-sink / motor mount area. The finned heat-sink design disperses heat faster due to increased surface area. The motor mounts directly to the 4mm heat sink section for both rock pounding durability and quick heat exchange for all day driving.

Source: Axial [axialracing.com]


March 17, 2011

CRC Spur gears, top plate & camber gauges

CRC Spur gears, top plate & camber gauges

CRC have released a number of new products starting with these new molder spur gears. The new spur gears use a 16 ball design to increase contact surface so your diff nut requires less tension to keep the diff from slipping. Less tension on the diff parts means more racing and less rebuilding. These new gears also use 3/32″ balls rather than 1/8″ to keep the rotating weight down and not sacrifice punch by adding the extra balls. Available in 76, 80, 88 and 96T. Also new is the rear top plate which closes in the rear pod, making for a stiffer, stronger pod. This does add some weight as you will have to replace the micro left bulkhead with another motor plate, but is especially helpful in modified where the extreme horsepower can cause some flex. This also makes the rear bottom plate more resistant to breakage during crashes. Finally there are new carbon fiber camber gauges that allow you to quickly and accurately set your camber. Works on 12th and 10th scale cars with measurements from 0.5 to 3.0 in 0.5 increments.

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March 15, 2011

Factory Team C hub tower

Factory Team C hub tower

New from Factory Team is this optional C tower in 2.5mm carbon fibre to be used with the aluminium rear hubs. Used by Ryan Cavalieri and Ryan Maifield at the 2011 Reedy Race of Champions on the B4.1 buggy, it lowers the outer link positions for lower roll center providing more rear end stability. Suitable for the B4, B4.1, B44, T4, T4.1, SC10.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]


March 15, 2011

Serpent Cobra shock caps

Serpent Cobra shock caps

Serpent have released these new shock caps for their S811 Cobra buggy and truggy. Made from 7075 T6 aluminium, they are further hard anodised to be more durable with less wear in the pivot area. Laser engraved with Serpent logo.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]