June 5, 2007

K-Factory M1B upgrade parts

K-Factory M1B upgrade parts

K-Factory have released yet more parts for the Team Magic M1B in a bid to increase the durability and performance of the car. First up are these front lower wishbones (above), which are both shorter and use a different stronger material than the original versions and so aims to improve durability and steering response times. Next up is stronger rear upper and lower wishbones which are similarly changed to be shorter in order to get the car to change direction quicker, a problem with the M1B it seems. Also released for the M1B are new stronger and shorter drive shafts to work with the shorter wishbones as well as new differential out drives that are more durable than the original versions.

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June 4, 2007

TCS Cooling system for Brushless

TCS Cooling system for Brushless

Just last week we wrote about the TCS cooling system that uses liquid as a means to keep your cars electronics cool. Now today we see that a version for brushless systems has been developed that now not only cools the motor, as in the original version, but also comes with a cooling plate that attaches itself to your BL speed controller. According to tests made on the original system it does work but at the expense of some, but not much, weight and also i am not sure if such a cooling system is legal for racing, but with more and more expensive equipment melting on race day perhaps it would be worth considering such a system.

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June 4, 2007

Kawahara PRO chassis plate for MRX4-R

Kawahara PRO chassis plate for MRX4-R

Back in February we showed you some CAD images of the new optional chassis plate made by Kawahara for the Mugen MRX4-R. This 5mm chassis plate is now available for sale and, similar to the optional Serpent chassis plates, features carbon inserts to enable you to stiffen or soften up the chassis plate. Furthermore the chassis comes with 3 different weights of 10, 18 and 26 grams to allow you to meet minimum weight requirements while for perfect setup it also comes with front and rear setting blocks that fit into the corresponding holes in the chassis.

Source: JP Racing [jpracing.com]


June 1, 2007

Corally release parts for RDX Phi

Corally release parts for RDX Phi

Dutch company Corally have released some new tuning parts for the Corally RDX Phi, while some will also work with their older touring cars as well. First up we have this newly designed front spool made from duralunimium as well as a new front one way axle, also made from the same material. Also newly released for the Phi is a full titanium screw set that comes in a handy comparmental clear plastic box and finally there is a new set of shock springs in 6 different hardnesses and all using the same black colour for some added confusion.

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May 31, 2007

Hot Bodies Cyclone parts

Hot Bodies Cyclone parts

Hot Bodies have announced that they are shipping these new 2nd version touring car dish wheels. Made in 24mm width, as per normal wheels for this class, these latest versions feature increased wall thickness, substantially improved rigidity and better overall strength making them more suitable for high grip surfaces. Also release for the Cyclone touring car, as well as the D4 buggy, are new anti roll-bar centering collars which are sold in packs of 4, with grub screws, and come in 3 different colours – purple, blue and black.

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May 30, 2007

Xray release lots of NT1 Optionals

Xray NT1 Optionals

Xray have updated their site with a large number of new optionals and tuning parts for their 200mm racer, the NT1. Far too many to write about individually, we have copied in some images of the main parts and we have put a link to the whole lot at the bottom of the page. New parts include a machined LCG chassis, lighter transmission parts, new CVDs and Multi diff, rear anti-roll bars, spur gears, pinion gears, new clutch parts and lots more.

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May 30, 2007

Thermal Cooling System – Review

Thermal Cooling System

Back in March we were sent a link to a review of the TCS, Thermal Cooling System, which we showed you back in October of last year when it was first announced. We didnt write about the review at the time because we dont normally cover product write ups and as it was in French we decided it had limited appeal. Now it appears that the review has been translated into English and makes for some interesting reading, especially if you suffer from overheating motors as it appears that the system works very well, so be sure to check it out.

Check out the product review here.

Source: Gaz-On [gaz-on.net]


May 29, 2007

Hong Nor lightweight spur gear

HongNor lightweight spur gear

Hong Nor have now announced the release of a new lightweight spur gear with 48T, suitable for the X1CR. This new spur gear reduces the revolving mass of the center differential and delivers more power to the drive line while the gear itself is made from high carbon steel and heat treated for maximum durability.

Source: Hong Nor [hongnor.com.tw]