Coming from Powerstar and made for Futaba’s 4PX radio are two different size brake levers. Made to replace the standard plastic part the lever not only looks cool but it also offers improved rigidity when racing braking intensive classes. The lever is available in small and large sizes and in your choice of red or black anodising.
Source: Powerstar [powerstar-racing.com]
Team C introduce a rear aluminium arm mount with composite inserts for swift and easy suspension geometry adjustments. The suspension mount is machined from aluminium and it comes orange anodised to match the remainder of the car’s aluminium parts. The included inserts allow to adjust the toe-in and anti-squat setting by using different inserts or by rotating them in the suspension mount.
Source: Team C [teamcracing.net]
Italian company DKT introduce the DBlock flywheel retaining system for the Mugen buggy clutch. Designed to make for easier and faster maintenance the system also helps avoiding any damage to the springs as it features two nuts, one of which secures the flywheel to the crankshaft, while the second holds the clutch springs and shoes in place. To maintain or change the springs or shoe you simply have to undo the upper nut while the flywheel retaining nut remains untouched. The DBlock system is fully compatible with the Mugen kit parts.
Source: DKT [dktshop.it]
Xceed have a new safety bag available for secure charging and transportation of LiPo battery packs. Made from fire-proof fabric the bag reduces the damage done to the pit table and surroundings in the event of a LiPo battery catching fire for any reason during charging, discharging or stprage. The bag is large enough for two standard 2S stick packs and it sports stitched Xceed logos.
Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]
JConcepts introduces a radio bag for the Spektrum DX4R-Pro transmitter assigned with travel, cushion, ease of use and protection in mind. The lightweight design consists of a rugged outer bag which has a convenient and easy access zipper closure and inside has a Velcro closure pouch for additional easy access items. Inside, a high-density, form fitted foam, pre-cut for your radio of choice cushions all sides of your pricey possession while a lower stage foam insert cushions the bottom. The bag is travel friendly and sized to fit inside most luggage or racing carrier bags. JConcepts Striker logo and graphic imagery is printed on the outside for the most authentic look.
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AKA introduce the updated Enduro 3 and Cityblock 3 1/10th short course tyres. Starting with the Enduro 3, the all-round tyre sports the same tread as the previous versions but an updated carcass as used on the 2014 ROAR National Championship winning Typo for improved performance in any track condition. The tyre is available as pre-mounted pairs or tyres with inserts in soft, super soft, and new ultra soft compound.
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New from Yeah Racing comes fancy looking 12AWG wire with see-through transparent silicone isolation that allows to view the tinned copper strands. The thick 4.5mm wire is usable for most 1/10th applications and it comes in red or blue colour and in rolls of 100cm length per package.
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Team Shepherd introduce the Velox V8 “EC” 2015 1/8th nitro on-road kit. The car comes packed with a bunch of few small but fine detail changes that have been successfully tested by factory driver Simon Kurzbuch at the ENS finale in Fiorano where he was able to take the overall win. First up is the new rear shock tower that gives additional room to adjust the position of the centring pin of the rear body mount while the front body posts are now hard-coated to increase the durability. The steering linkage received new smaller pivot balls and ball joints that have less play and wear compared to the previous version while the complete car is now equipped with long-lasting steel pivot balls. The aluminium ones are still available as option parts for racers concentrating on weight savings.
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