New from VP Pro and made for the HB D812 & D815 off-road kits are high-flow air filter foams. The 10-piece sets include inner and one outer foams made from micro density material that provides maximum filtration for an extended engine life even in very dusty conditions while maintaining a high airflow for best possible engine performance.
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
Team Losi Racing have two new option parts for the 22-4 1/10th 4WD buggy available in the form of an “in-between” C-hub set and the front belt cover set +. Starting with the C-hubs, the parts are designed with 12.5 degree built-in caster to add to the already existing 10 degree and 15 degree parts. The hubs are machined from 6061-T6 aluminium, they come grey anodised and are laser-etched for easy identification.
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SkyRC have introduced the S60 multi-chemistry AC charger. Housed in a compact case the 60W charger offers several charge programs including a dedicated high voltage setting for the latest generation of LiPo cells that allow a charge end voltage of 4.35V per cell. Several safety features including capacity and automatic charging current limit allow for a convenient use of the device that sports a back-lit display and a 4-button operation. Furthermore the charger can be coupled to Windows-based PCs to increase the versatility and for software updates. The package is rounded out by an internal balancer and a build-in fan unit. Click here to view the specifications and another photo
Sweep Racing have the 1/8 Vortex GT wing for nitro and electric GT cars available. Made from 1mm high-quality polycarbonate and featuring a build-in side dams design the wing also sports three bumps on each side of the lower portion to improve airflow and thus downforce while reinforcing ribs reduce vibration and deformation at high speeds. The wing is usable with a range of 1/8th GT bodies and it is available clear or pre-painted in a smoky black colour.
Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]
T.O.P. Racing have first images of their forthcoming Rebel F1X formula pan car available. No detailed features are known yet but looking at the preview images the car is based on a class-standard carbon fibre chassis with link-type rear suspension. The chassis seems to allow the use of inline or transversally mounted shorty LiPo packs and it sports an adjustable low-profile servo mount whose mounting angle can be altered using several mounting points for the aluminium mount. Up front the car features fixed lower A-arms with the upper arms being attached to the front aluminium bulkhead using pivot joints. Both the upper and lower arms are made of carbon fibre sheet material that use composite adapters to mount the steering knuckles to. More information and images should become available in time for the release.
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Made for the X1 Formula car is the new 1-piece aluminium servo mount from Xray. CNC machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and coming orange anodised the part improves the steering characteristics while eliminating unwanted tweak at the same time. The mount is a direct fit and designed to work with most low-profile servos.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Made from the same high-quality titanium material as their screws, ball ends and turnbuckles are T-Works’ new serrated wheel nuts. The M4 fasteners offer a large contact surface for improved wheel support while the serrated portion helps the nut to stay in place even in the most severe racing action. The M4 wheel nuts come in packs of four.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
Arrowmax have introduced a setup system for 1/10th off-road buggies. Precision machined from high-grade aluminium and sturdy acrylic all parts feature precise engravings for instant reading and accurate measurement. The ball-raced system features Arrowmax’ signature honeycomb design for a light weight and good looks and it comes packed in a cushioned box for easy and secure storage and transportation and including wheel thumb nuts.
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