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April 1, 2009

K-Factory TM E4 Steering crank

K-Factory have released a new steering crank set for the Team Magic E4. Whilst the standard nylon components are reliable and durable, they reckon that CNC machined 7075 lightweight hard coated aluminium is better. What matters is the accurate transfer of servo motion to the wheels and a light, rigid material will perform better than a malleable one where energy is being transferred. The mounting point of the steering arms to the steering bell use inserts with offset holes, allowing for quick and easy Ackermann adjustment.

Source: K-Factory [kfactoryracing.com]

April 1, 2009

Serpent S400 Titanium CVDs

New from Serpent for their S400 electric touring car are these new CVDs. Available in 2 versions, both feature titanium wheel axles, but one set comes with steel drive shafts and the other with titanium drive shafts. Both feature a steel CVD insert and both are lighter than the standard versions that come with the car, with the steel axle version being slightly stronger yet that little bit heavier than the all titanium version.

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April 1, 2009

Xray LiPo balancing chassis weights

More new items from Xray who have released this set of LiPo balancing chassis weights. Due to the light weight of LiPo batteries, your car may not be perfectly balanced and so these new weights are developed to help balance the left and right sides of the car. The weights are situated in the center of the chassis to keep the weight in the center of the car for better reaction and roll. Batteries are moved outward so they can be more easily inserted and aluminium holders prevent batteries from coming out. Suitable for the T2’008, T2’009 and T2R PRO 6-cell chassis only.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 31, 2009

Zeppin Racing Xray T2 weight balancers

New from Hong Kong based Zeppin Racing are these handy weight balancers for the Xray T2 when using LiPo batteries. Made from brass, each weight is 15 grams and the racer can add or remove a balancer for positioning the weight differently. A super thin design, when in position they only protrude 0.5mm above the chassis, and do not affect the chassis twisting characteristic unlike large and long brass trays. Each package comes with 6 pcs total 90grams.

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March 31, 2009

Mon-Tech TCR body, Stiffener set & Mi3 LiPo mount

Italian company Mon-Tech Racing have contacted us with information on a number of new items that they have just released. First of all is their new TCR body shell which has been designed for maximum performance thanks to the front end design and narrow cockpit that allows a free flow of air to the rear wing. As with all Mon-Tech shells this one has been made from high quality polycarbonate and come supplied with decals, window masks and overspray film. For 1/8th scale on road shells their is a new body stiffener set that have been molded at two 45 degree angles for extra rigidity. The set includes 3 stiffeners for each side of the shell along with a rear trim strip. Finally, for the Schumacher Mi3, are 2 machined braces that allow the car to easily accept a LiPo pack, and thanks to the weight of the material used and in positioning the battery further out from the centre line, it helps balance the car perfectly.

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March 30, 2009

STRC Traxxas Gun-Metal options

ST Racing Concepts have released their new Gun-Metal anodized series of parts for the Traxxas range of cars. Often considered as the true racer’s color, they claim that gun metal option parts allow you to put on aluminum parts in subtle ways on your vehicle and that all components still carry the same high quality material and precise CNC machine work that you have come to expect from their products. Now available for your Traxxas Slash, Stampede, Rustler, and Bandit, and more option parts coming soon, parts include bulkheads, caster blocks, shock towers, suspension arms, skid plates, bumpers and more.

Source: STRC [teamstrc.com]

March 30, 2009

Xray XII Thicker Chassis & Rear pod

New from Xray is this optional CNC-machined 4-cell chassis for the XII made from 2.5mm high-grade graphite material with a specially-designed compound for carpet racing and asphalt racing. The chassis layout is optimally designed to provide proper stiffness for excellent handling, while being flexible enough to generate good grip and traction. This thicker and therefore harder chassis is best used in higher-traction conditions and should be used with the 2.5mm rear pod lower plate.

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March 27, 2009

PSM Racing Hyper 9 Suspension balls

PSM Racing have released yet more machined parts for the Hobao Hyper 9 with the introduction of this set of suspension balls. Made from blue anodized high grade aluminium, they coming a set of 4 and while adding some bling to your car, they are the perfect fit for the Hyper 9’s composite ball joints thus reducing any unnecessary slop in the steering.

Source: PSM [psm-racing.com]