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January 13, 2009

Serpent S120 Front end assembly

Serpent have released the front end of their S120 car to be used on other 1/12th scale cars. Featuring 11 different adjustments to help you get the most from your car, all of which are easy to adjust and measure. Fixed lower suspension arms are themselves damped by the central strut which uses rubber o-rings to take up the flex in this area, while the grey anodised aluminium front upper wishbone mounts are available in different caster angles, the car being supplied with 6 degree versions as standard. With the steering block king pins spring loaded, the cornering forces are channelled through the upper wishbone, which enable the car to corner at high speeds.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

January 9, 2009

PSM Racing MBX6 CVD axles

More new buggy parts from PSM Racing, who have released a pair of front and rear aluminium CVD axles as well as middle axle for the Mugen MBX6. Offering a weight saving of 17.7 grams when using all 3 parts over the stock versions, they are made from high grade 7075 aluminium and all have 2 additional pin mounting positions to use when the original gets worn.

Source: PSM [psm-racing.com]

January 8, 2009

Factory Team B44 LiPo battery cradle

New from Factory Team for the Team Associated B44 is this LiPo battery cradle. Replacing the stock NiMH battery holders, it means the LiPo batteries can be installed securely without messy double-sided tape or adhesives. Specifically sized for use with Reedy’s 5100mAh and 4200mAh saddle pack LiPo batteries, the cradle is CNC machined from light and durable 2.5mm woven carbon fiber. With internal dimensions of 68.9mm x 46.9mm, other hard case LiPo batteries that fall within this measurement can also be used.

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January 8, 2009

Much More premium fuel tube holders

Much More have created 2 new premium fuel tube holders for use in gas cars. Machined from aluminium and anodised in black or gun metal, the holder is mounted to the car using the 3mm hole and helps secure the fuel tubing in place.

Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]

January 6, 2009

Kawahara Ultra cool brake disk

Japanese company Kawahara have released this new ultra cool 1/8th scale on road brake disk. Suitable for use inside Mugen, Kyosho and Serpent chassis’, the disk has been made from special steel and due to the many holes in the surface, has great heat dissipation and is super lightweight.

Source: Kawahara [kawahara-racing.co.jp]

January 5, 2009

Xray XB808 16° Alu Caster blocks

Xray have released these 16° alu caster blocks for the XB808, which are CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum and hard coated for extra durability and long life. This lightweight block features ‘zero kingpin’ suspension geometry, with the preset 16° caster block integrated and non-adjustable. Combined with the XB808 front kick-up of 10° this block gives a total caster angle of 26° for increased steering and precision. Includes XRAY composite bushings for super-precise and smooth steering action.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 5, 2009

PSM Racing Hyper 9 CVD axles

German firm PSM Racing have released this pair of aluminium CVD axles for the Hobao Hyper 9. Offering a weight saving of 9.5 grams per pair over the stock versions, they are made from high grade 7075 aluminium and have 2 additional pin mounting positions to use when the original gets worn.

Source: PSM [psm-racing.com]

December 31, 2008

VP Pro Xray NT1 Option parts

VP Pro have introduced a full line-up of option parts for the Xray NT1 200mm chassis. Positioned under the Pro-Cision name, the options include titanium CVD axles & pivot balls, aluminium rear anti-roll bar set, wheel adaptors and shaft spacers as well as new front anti-roll bars and a hard coated alu brake disc. Expect more products for the on road market in the near future.

Source: VP-Pro [vp-racing.com]