For the Mugen MBX8 and MBX8T, T-Works have produced these pairs of steel centre CVDs. Made from a high-quality steel, both the shaft and coupling feature a black surface coating for wear resistance. The rear centre CVD shaft is 110mm long on the buggy and 156.5mm long on the truggy, with the front centre shaft coming in a 78.5mm for buggy and 82.5mm for truggy meaning they also fit the older specification MBX7/7T as well.
New from Torpine for the ARC R21 is this shorty LiPo pack mount made from brass. Weighing close to 80g in total, each side is attached with 3 screws and can be finely adjusted to fit the shorty perfectly. If 80 grams of brass is too much they have also released two additional weights that mount directly to the motor mount with one weight (8g) on the right and the set of two weights (2x6g) on the left. The threaded holes for fixing the weights are already in the motor mount by default and the weight on the right has the thickness to serve as the inner stop for the LiPo.
Exotek Racing have introduced a lot of new items for the Associated DR10, starting with this lightweight 2mm carbon fibre ESC tray set. It allows for easier mounting of larger esc’s and stock esc’s in a centrally balanced location and comes with alloy posts and hardware. Next up is a heavy duty alloy servo mount that makes for easier servo install and removal thanks to the 1-piece design that will always match the chassis holes. There is also a precision machined premium titanium front axle set for the DR10. At only 4.5 grams per pair, these axles are perfect for reducing rotating mass for quicker acceleration. A rounded and angled hex profile also makes wheel installation extra quick and easy. Finally there is a hard anodised 7075 alloy idler gear for the DR10. This is much stronger than the stock plastic idler gear but not indestructible so it is important to use black or white grease on the gears and reapply frequently to prolong its life along with proper slipper adjustments.
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Improve durability and throttle/brake feel with this new Factory Team aluminium clamping throttle servo horn. Machined from high quality 7075 aluminium and laser-etched with Factory Team branding, this steering servo horn will add peace of mind knowing there will be no DNF caused by breakage, while throttle and brake feel are improved due to the reduced flex. The clamping design also ensures a secure fit to any servo with matching spline count. Available for 23T and 25T splines.
Source: Team Associated [associatedelectrics.com]
More new products for the Axial SCX10 III from Xtra Speed who have released this extensive upgrade kit. The kit relocates the rear shocks to a lower position to give more flex and so can also be used for mounting a flatbed at the rear of the truck.
Source: Xtra Speed [facebook.com]
New from T-Works for the Tamiya TC-01 are these DLC-coated shock shafts and suspension pins. Both the shafts and pins have been made of high-quality steel that has been given a DLC coating for a slick and rigid surface. The coating is usually used to protect the crankshafts of nitro engines, ensuring very low wear and long durability. The shafts come in packs of 2 and 4, while the suspension pins come in packs of 4.
More new items from Davide Ongaro’s ONG brand, in partnership with RC-Project, with the release of their new Offroad Clutch System. Developed to make the engine power output more linear and smoother to provide the best traction, vehicle drivability and improve fuel consumption. The 34mm flywheel has been made from steel and features a collar to protect the engine’s front bearing from dirt, even in high-dust conditions. The clutch system comes with 3 aluminium shoes and 1.0 mm springs but you can also get optional parts such as 0.9 mm springs. The nut, the cone and the 3 shims are included in the kit.
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Building upon their very popular GeoCarbon V2 Arms for the Awesomatix A800 MMX, RC Maker are excited to present their V3 arms. Featuring front steering arm options for both single and double bellcrank steering, as well as rear steering arms, they feature duplicated geometry of standard arms and provide more flex on the toe axis, which in testing yielded more traction. The V3 Arms now feature a pressed 7075 aluminium M3 threaded insert, so now you can screw the ball stud directly into the arm.
