T-Works have released this set of 10 high density foam filters for the Mugen MBX-8R. A direct fit for the MBX-8R, the high density foam allows for maximum airflow for the best performance without compromising protection. Sold in bulk as a more cost effective option.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
New from Klinik RC is their Dry Air Filter for 1/8th nitro buggies and truggies. Klinik RC’s 100% Dry Air Filter system uses a proprietary synthetic media offering filter efficiency exceeding 99.8%. Stop dust and dirt from entering your carburettor and expensive engine. Simple maintenance and No Messy Oiling. Just blow the dust off from inside-out using low pressure compressed air and if extremely dirty, wash with Maxima Biowash and warm water, rinse from the inside out and allow to completely dr. Tne Dry Filter will replace dozens of foam inserts, oil and cleaners. The dry filter is unique because it’s not foam and it’s not a paper element. Its a synthetic membrane made by a leading desert race team in the USA.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
T-Works have announced their new power boost backplate for O.S. Speed .21 engines. The power boost backplate is designed to increase mid to high range power while also increasing fuel efficiency and quicker return to idling. It can be used with both off-road and on-road engines and is a simple bolt on replacement for the standard part.
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T-Works have released these new pressure line and fuel line filters specifically for 1/8th offroad. Machined from aluminium and black anodised, they both come supplied with a mounting bracket and both sport internal gauze filter for catching larger particles. Both sport a similar design however the pressure line filter is longer.
View the fuel line filter here
From T-Works for use with your OS compatible manifold are these steel manifold spring protectors. Place them over the manifold’s intake mounting collar to protect the mounting holes in the aluminium being damaged by the springs. A pack contains two pieces.
View the protectors in place here
From AEA Performance comes their new 1/8 Vartax clutch system. This new clutch system uses 4 channels in the flywheel, along which weighted rollers run and engage the clutch plate. This gives you a very strong clutch engagement as well as consistent function throughout its use. The setting of the clutch can be changed through the use of different rollers as well as through the clutch spring itself. The flywheel as well as the clutch plate have been machined from high quality 7075 aluminium.
View a close up of the flywheel here
Avid have released these new titanium engine screws that are 10mm long and have deep 2.5mm hexes to help keep your screws from stripping. Machined from billet 6AI-4V titanium they feature cold-rolled threads and are sold in a pack of 4 and come supplied with stainless steel lock washers.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
After several months of testing in different conditions Reds Racing are pleased to release their high density air filters. These filters have been developed for many popular 1/8 offroad buggies and truggies and offer improved engine life and performance compared to standard filters. The filters are made from a special foam and are precision cut to ensure a perfect fit. They feature increased mass for improved airflow and better dust protection and come in a set of 10 air filters.
Source: Reds Racing [redsracing.it]
