IGT8 have introduced a new range of module 0.8 pinions for nitro GT cars. The gears are made from high-quality aluminium and then hard-coated to ensure low wear. Also new are the 17T for first gear and 22T for second gear.
Source: RC Target [rctarget.com]
Coming from VRP and made for all Tekno RC vehicles are specific XV3 4-hole shock pistons. By working with Tekno team members, VRP have developed a lineup of pistons that suits the Tekno geometry the best. Available will be 4-hole 1.9, 2.0, 2.1 and 1.9/2.0 split pistons all of which use the popular XV3 piston technology.
Source: VRP [visionracingproducts.com]
Yeah Racing have introduced a set of 5x7mm stainless steel shims. Coming in 0.1mm, 0.15mm, 0.2mm, 0.25mm and 0.3mm thickness the shims are ideal to adjust the axial movement of driveshafts and other 5mm axles on a range of vehicles. The 50-piece set includes ten shims of each thickness and it is available soon.
Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]
Team Associated have introduced their new aluminium servo washers. Machined from high-quality alloy, coming black anodised and being designed for flathead screws the washers preserve the structural integrity of the servo ears while also making for a more secure servo mounting, preventing the servo from moving under load.
Capricorn from Italy have introduced a 12g balance weight for the Evo chassis of the C-03 nitro touring car. Machined out of high-quality brass the weight was designed to be placed under the gearbox shaft and it helps to up the overall weight without compromising balance. Etched markings help with easy identification and the incorporated thread helps to easily mount the weight.
Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]
Serpent have introduced a new 4mm lightweight aluminium chassis for the Cobra SRX8-E buggy. Machined from 7075-T6 alloy material and coming hard-anodised for wear, the chassis received some heavy machining, making it at 294g about 30 percent lighter than the stock chassis. A pocket under the rear differential area allows to use optional steel, aluminium or carbon fibre skid plates. The chassis will become available from early August.
Available from Radtec are 0 degree aluminium C-hubs for RTC-equipped Yokomo BD8 touring cars. Machined from high-quality aluminium and coming black anodised and with silver edge details the parts replace the standard composite hubs with stronger and stiffer items in order to increase traction and improve drivability on high-traction surfaces.
Shepherd have introduced the V2 battery mount for the Velox F1 formula car. It utilises a new carbon fibre battery brace/upper plate that accommodates a rubber O-ring to secure the battery pack while also shifting the pack about 2.6mm towards the rear for increased traction in lower grip conditions. Included in the set is also a redesigned shock plate with all parts being available separately for spares and repair.
Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]
