December 18, 2019

Xray unveil X1 2020 formula pan car

Xray have lifted the curtain and official introduce their X1 2020 1/10th scale formula pan car kit. The 2020 version of the IFMAR World Cup winning car features a host of updates such as a redesigned independent rear wing mount that is now lighter, stronger, and more durable all while having less flex, resulting in improved overall aerodynamics. The all-new rear bulkheads were redesigned to work with the new independent wing mount system, allow to lower the diff position by 0.5mm for greater range of ride height adjustment, with the left bulkhead being redesigned to eliminate bending problems in crashes. The car is based on an all-new chassis -that allows to adjust the wheelbase of the front suspension. The chassis features three wheelbase alternatives with a standard wheelbase and +/- 4mm settings. Other new features include a new front stand that reinforces the front part of the chassis, a redesigned top deck supports the new wheelbase settings and a new graphite backstop for the battery better supports cross chassis alignments. Another valuable update is a keyed 1-piece aluminium link mount plate holder that provides a solid base that will not move even during hard kits. The kit is already shipping and will hit stores by the time you are reading this.

View a list of the all new features and more images here


December 18, 2019

Xray XB’20 LCG aluminium shock towers

Coming from Xray and made for their XB 2020 2WD off-road buggy are new low centre of gravity aluminium shock towers. Machined from Swiss 7075-T6 aluminium the shock stays fit both the Carpet and Dirt edition kits and they offer updated upper shock mounting positions with the rear tower also featuring three different wing height mounting positions. The rear variant fits both LCG gearbox configurations and like the front shock stay, it is machined of 3mm aluminium and comes black anodised for wear and looks.

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December 18, 2019

Yeah Racing release new crawler optionals

Yeah Racing have released new optional parts foe the Traxxas TRX-6 and Axial SCX10 II trail trucks. First up is a 3-piece set of stainless steel differential protectors for the TRX-6 6-wheeler truck. The plates are direct bolt-ons with no modification required and they sports laser-etched YR logos for looks. Made from stainless steel the skid plates offer utmost protection for the standard composite diff and axle housings while adding some visual impact.

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December 18, 2019

Bittydesign S35-3E Vision body shell

Coming from Bittydesign and made for the SWorkz S35-3E 1/8th electric buggy is the new Vision body shell. The lid is of a refined design that makes the buggy easier to drive thanks to optimised balance while the special cabin shape improving cornering speeds. Not being left out is the overall design with the Vision featuring signature, futuristic lines that also leave ample room for the car’s battery. The pre-cut body is moulded from high-quality 1mm thick Lexan polycarbonate, it comes clear, including window masks and a decal sheet and readily cut-out including body mount holes for an instant fit.

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December 18, 2019

Rush 1/12th scale pan car rubber tyres

Japanese brand Rush have released first images of their forthcoming new rubber tyres for 1/12th scale pan cars. No additional information was provide two images, however using rubber tyres with usually foam tyre equipped 1/12th scale pan cars could lead to a more easy to handle class as the sheer amount of foam compounds available and regular tyre truing scares many people away from this otherwise very fun category. We bring you more information on the project as it becomes available.

Source: Rush [facebook.com]


December 18, 2019

RC Maker T4’20 CentraFlex top decks

RC Maker have introduced their new CentraFlex top deck for the Xray T4 2020 mid-motor touring car. Based off RC Maker’s Awesomatix MMCX top deck, it builds on the brand’s foundations of believing in centrally located flex on touring cars. Several of the latest mid motor cars have entirely split front top decks. The reason for this is so that they can wrap around the front belt and still be symmetrical. However testing has shown that this “split” design can cause an imbalance in flex characteristics which was never before been an issue on rear motor cars, however on today’s Mid Motor cars can cause the car to be inconsistent and nervous, whilst having reduced on power and high speed steering. The CentraFlex is joined in-front of the spur gear, providing a much more centralised flex point. RC Maker have proven the “single side” design over the spur gear to be a consistent, tweak free solution and in testing found both physically and handling wise, the car was very balanced on left and right corners. As well as handling benefits, the design brings several fitment benefits such as increased clearance between the front face of the motor and the top deck for when the car is under high flex load as well as increased clearance between the edge of the motor and the top deck to fit all brands of motors, and all classes and sizes of pinion/spur combinations without any grinding of top deck or motor. Also installation and removal is much easier while providing a more durable design around the motor. The CentraFlex top deck is available in 2mm and 1.6mm thicknesses.

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December 18, 2019

XactRC YZ-2 DTM3/CAL3 ball-raced steering link

XactRC have announced the release of their new steering link system for the Yokomo YZ-2 DTM3/CAL3 vehicles. Developed, tested, and made in the USA the redesigned link will feature four flanged 3x7x3 ball bearings to minimise slop the steering rack assembly. This will help in low and high speed areas for both dirt and carpet racing. The aluminium link will also provide more consistency, overall performance, and less maintenance. Easy to install, using same washer setup and ball studs as the plastic link given with the YZ-2 kit. This product is the first of many racers oriented performance parts that XactRC will come out with.

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December 17, 2019

PSM TB Evo7 DTC aluminium main chassis plate

PSM from Germany have introduced their new DTC aluminium main chassis plate for the Tamiya TB Evo7 touring car. Machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and coming black anodised for wear and looks, the chassis’s DTC Delta Traction Characteristics provide soft torsional flex characteristics along with consistent performance. The softer flex allows the car to generate more mechanical grip, which is very helpful especially in low grip conditions and/or very tight tracks while at the same time, a special manufacturing process keeps the longitudinal and lateral tweak of the chassis at a very minimum for the most predictable handling.

Source: PSM [psmfactory.com]