February 3, 2020

Hudy ultra thin double-sided tape

Coming from Hudy is their new ultra thin double-sided tape that is perfect to mount receivers, speed controllers or balance weights. The tape comes in 140x50mm strips and due to being ultra thin it allows to place electronics much lower compared to standard thickness tape, which not only looks a lot neater, it also helps to lower the overall centre of gravity. The tape features extra-strong glue, it is yet super easy to remove and it comes in packs of five pre-cut stripes.

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February 3, 2020

JConcepts introduce new RM2 tapes

New from JConcepts are the RM2 aluminium reinforced and double-sided heat resistant tape. Starting with the aluminium tape, it allows to protect the inside of any RC body after paint and it provides several benefits including, but not limited to, added paint protection from fuel, scratches and rub marks and with the built-in fibrous material helps with rigidity of the body. The 50mm wide tape comes in 2m rolls.

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February 3, 2020

Xray Aerodisk IFMAR-legal 1/10 buggy rear wheels

Following the release of their IFMAR-legal 2WD front wheels Xray have announced matching Aerodisk 1/10th buggy rear wheels. The 12mm hex wheels feature a redesigned centre section that places the wheel nut deeper into the rim while the inner reinforcement ribbing and medium hardness material ensure optimised handling with balanced overall performance and exceptional durability for both 2WD and 4WD classes. The rims are of IFMAR-legal size and they are available as pairs or as 10-piece value packs.

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February 3, 2020

Ultimate Pro-8X multi-chemistry AC/DC charger

Modelix Racing have introduced the new Ultimate Pro-8X AC/DC multi-chemistry charger. The compact device measures 180x145x57mm and its 80W charge circuitry allows for charge currents of up to 10A. It is usable with up to 6S LiPo packs but also supports NiMH and lead-acid batteries. An orange back-lit display allows for easy monitoring of the battery’s vital signs and an internal balancer ensures maximum safety when charging or discharging LiPo battery packs. The charger is usable with 12VCD or 230VAC input and it is available from now on.

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February 3, 2020

Kyosho RB7 series LDW aluminium rear bulkhead

Coming soon from Kyosho is their new LDW aluminium rear bulkhead for the Ultima RB7 and RB7SS kits. Machined from high-quality alloy and coming in a dark anodised surface finish the part increases the overall stability and durability of the buggy’s rear end while offering three different inner camber link positions and a sturdy base to mount a rear anti-roll bar to. A white Kyosho logo makes for a professional appearance.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]


February 3, 2020

RSRC Treatme traction compound

Coming from Renaud Savoya’s RSRC brand is the are Treatme off-road tyre traction compound. Developed to improve overall grip and traction in low-bite conditions, as they can occur in wet weather, cold temperatures or on an oiled track, the tyre sauce comes in handy on tracks such as the ones in Padova, Reims or Montpellier. The chemical easily penetrated the tyre rubber and lasts for several runs, doing away with the need to soak the tyre before each run. It comes in a handy 150ml spray-on bottle and it is of a low-odour formula.

Source: RSRC [rsrc.biz]


February 3, 2020

Zero Tribe introduce new T4 Mid & BD9 Mid chassis parts

Coming soon from Zero Tribe are new carbon fibre main chassis and upper decks for their Xray T4 Mid and Yokomo BD9 Mid mid motor conversions. Both the HT chassis and upper decks are of an updated design that provides increased straight line stability, making the cars easier to drive. The chassis are of a refinded shape for optimised flex and they feature machined sections around the middle bulkhead area, allowing to retain the upper M2 bulkhead screws for increased pitch stiffness while the cut-outs ensure optimised torsional flex for improved traction. As for the updated HT upper decks, these will become available in 2.2mm, 2.0mm and 1.65mm variants to fine-tune overall chassis flex.

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February 3, 2020

Xpress introduce new grey colour ball ends

Xpress have introduced their new grey colour 4.8mm ball ends that are moulded from a new material. The updated composite material makes for smoother suspension action while preventing play to build up over time, keeping the suspension more precise for longer. The ball ends are of a flat design which allows to run taller camber link positions without having to fear wheel rubbing and they are available in 15mm, 13mm and 10mm variants.

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