December 16, 2019

RC-Project S35-3 series Valente Edition V2 steering kit

Coming from RC-Project and made for the SWorkz S35-3 series of vehicles is the Valente Edition V2 Ackermann steering kit. The set was developed to optimise the steering characteristics of the vehicles for more consistent cornering and increased cornering speed while optimising entry and mid-corner bump handling. Part of the package are redesigned outer steering spindle plates that offer two different steering link positions, the standard “S” marked position for high-grip and a new aggressive “A” geometry for slippery tracks. The set is machined from high-quality 7075-T6 Ergal material, the parts come with a red surface coating for wear and looks and also included are Reverse-type pivot balls whose updated geometry fine-tune the whole steering system. The set is usable for the S35-3, S35-3E, and S35-GT kits.

Source: RC-Project [rc-project.it]


December 16, 2019

Exotek Tenacity Pro HD steering set

Exotek have introduced their new Pro HD steering set for the Losi Tenacity 1/10th scale vehicles. The heavy-duty pro style steering set includes steering bellcranks, servo crank, drag link, bearings and hardware. It is robustly designed and engineered to offer precise action thanks to the machined 7075 alloy design that incorporates an additional four bearings to connect the steering rack, instead of bushings, which eliminates friction wear and slop. The set includes crush sleeves that go between the bearings which help prolong the bearings life and maintains precise fit and operation of the rack. Also included are four 5×8 bearings that replace the stock brass bushings. The steering kit is compatible with the Tenacity, Tenacity T, SCT and DB.

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December 16, 2019

Samix Enduro brass rear weight set

Coming from Samix and made for the Element RC Enduro trail trucks is a brass rear weight set. The 2-piece weights add 92g of weight to the lowest part of the truck which helps to greatly lower the overall centre of gravity while helping to improve rear traction and stability. The weights are designed to clamp around the rear axle housing, they sport a black surface coating for corrosion resistance and machined edge details for looks. Due to their design it is also possible to run two rows of weighs per axle, adding a total of 184g of weight.

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December 16, 2019

Trinity 30mm & 40mm aluminium fans

Available now from Trinity are their new 30mm and 40mm aluminium fan units. The fans utilise machined aluminium cases in a heatsink design which allows for additional cooling surface when directly coupled to motor or speed controller cans or cases. The 30mm fan is of a 2-tone black and blue design while the 40mm unit comes in a black and silver finish. Both utilise all-black wires for a stealthy factory look.

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December 16, 2019

Capricorn 1/8th scale quick push wheel retainers

Coming from Capricorn is their new quick push wheel retainer set for 1/8th scale on-road cars. A lot faster to handle than traditional hook-retained wheel quick change mounts, the push variant can save precious time during hectic wheel change situations in the pits. The set includes wheel axles and aluminium quick release mounts for the front and the rear of the car.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]


December 16, 2019

Xtreme Racing T4’20 carbon lower bumper brace

Coming from Xtreme Racing and made for the Xray T4 2020 touring car is a carbon fibre lower bumper brace. Machined from 2mm carbon material the brace is designed to contact the front bulkhead to help prevent the chassis from breaking during impacts. The part is designed to work under the stock or optional bumper mount.

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December 16, 2019

Yeah Racing SW-01 front bumper & wheelie bar

Yeah Racing have introduced new aluminium and carbon fibre optionals for the popular Tamiya SW-01 stunt truck in the form of a front bumper and a rear wheelie bar. Starting with the front bumper, the multi-piece assembly is constructed from an aluminium front bumper mount and carbon fibre rails. The increased weight of the bumper in combination with the high rigidity lets the truck perform front flips more easily. The front bumper is available in blue and black anodising to match the remainder of Yeah Racing’s SW-01 option parts.

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December 13, 2019

Donathen RC custom sensor wires

Donathen RC have introduced their new custom sensor wires, fully sheathed offerings that can be customised with more than 20 sleeve and six heat shrink colours. The wires feature reinforced high-quality black colour connectors, black colour high-flex silicone wire, and they are available in sizes of 50mm up to 275mm. Due to the tubed-design they are extremely usable for heavy duty off-road applications where the sheathing prevents dirt, stones or rotating parts from harming the delicate wires. The sensor wires are also available as “Wolf Style” extra reinforced or regular variants.

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