August 16, 2024
…precision. The F190 has been strategically engineered with a 4WD configuration to conquer every type of racing condition, whether on the track or the street. At the core of the F190 lies a meticulously crafted drive train, where every component is designed to deliver maximum power and responsiveness. The use of high-quality spring steel and 7075-T6 aluminium ensures exceptional strength and resilience, providing a solid foundation for transferring power from the motor to the wheels with minimal loss. With this combination of materials the Serpent F190 offers uncompromising performance and reliability on the track, battery after battery. Source: Serpent [serpent.com]…
August 14, 2024
Best known for its engines, Italy’s Gimar has released new optional front and rear bulkheads for Serpent’s SRX8 GT and GTE 1:8 GT Chassis. The engine sponsor of Serpent factory driver & 1:8 GT World Championship podium finisher Andrea Catanzani, the bulkheads are the latest releases for Serpent cars from Giovanni Crea’s company, Crea a major driving force behind GT racing in Italy and Europe. The thickness of the aluminium bulkheads bring a number of advantages in particular greater stability with both the front and rear available in black or aluminium colour finishes. Source: Gimar [rcgimar.com]…
August 14, 2024
Electronics brand ORCA has announced the signing of Touring Car and 1:12 World Championship Finalist Hayato Ishioka to its official race team. The Japanese driver, who joins Axon Touring Car team-mate Akio Sobue, Infinity’s Naoto Matsukra and Awesomatix Lucas Urbain in officially representing ORCA’s speedos and moors, kicked off the new deal in the best way possible with a victory in the competitive Japanese based Speed King Tour fourth round which took place at RC Stadium Sodegaura. Source: ORCA [orcarc.com]…
August 14, 2024
…aluminium rear body post mount for the MS1.0 converts the standard rearward post into a vertical one. This design improves stability and performance and is an alternative for mounting bodies with long rear overhangs, scale bodies, and more, giving you greater versatility and control over your vehicle’s setup. With the new pistons by increasing its thickness to 2.9mm and expanding the area where flow velocity increases, a firmer damping can be achieved. This adjustment proves particularly effective in high temperature tracks, where heat causes oil to thin out. The new pistons ensure consistent performance under varying conditions. Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]…
August 14, 2024
…your setup board is perfectly level when on inclined or uneven surface so you can get the correct geometry setup. To use it simply install the Mount bracket on the four corners of the setup board and then use the hexagonal wrench to adjust the bracket and setup board to the proper balanced state. The brackets can be used on boards up to a thickness of 20mm. Once the board is stable then you can adjust it to the perfect level state using level that is part of the set that is housed in a hard case. Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]…
August 14, 2024
New from Florida based Team Exalt is their range of X-tra Light-Speed Machined Aluminium 48p Pinion Gears. Featuring a 3.17mm Bore and available from 16T-36T, Exalt’s lightweight aluminium pinions are machined with the lowest tolerances on the market to ensure the best pinion possible. The low tolerances ensure you get the truest pinion, at the lowest weight, in the strongest manner possible. A range of 64P X-tra Light-Speed Machined Aluminium Pinion Gears is coming shortly. Source: Team Exalt [teamexalt.com]…
August 13, 2024
A new addition from Avid Racing Concepts to its range of aftermarket parts for the Team Associated RC10B7 2WD Buggy is this Titanium Slipper Screw. Thinned out in the centre for less rotating mass, it has a 2mm hex on the head so you can more easily tighten your slipper while the motor fan is installed. Made from billet 6Al-4V Titanium it is nearly 50% lighter than the kit steel screw. Source: Avid [avidrc.com]…
August 13, 2024
…its ability by winning the ROAR 2023 1:8 Electric Off-Road Nationals. Among the standout features of the EB48 2.2 are the new flex-tuned Split Design 7075 CNC Machined Shock Towers, which enhance vehicle consistency on medium to low grip tracks. The 93.5mm Rear Universal Driveshafts contribute to improved stability and support, while the Precision Molded Shock Pistons and Guides reduce internal shock friction, resulting in better bump handling. The Reduced Ackermann Spindle Plates are designed to improve steering predictability mid-corner, and the Adjustable Sway Bar Deadband Bushings help bump handling by allowing suspension movement prior to stabilisation. Source: Tekno [teknorc.com]…
