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January 8, 2016

Serpent Eryx 4.0 electric touring car kit

Serpent have introduced the latest incarnation of the 411 Eryx touring car platform in the form of the Eryx 4.0. Designed in cooperation with Serpent team drivers Marc Fischer and Viktor Wilck the version 4.0 is based on a 2mm hard-coated aluminium chassis and it features completely new shock absorbers with X-ring seals, machined bushings and new housings, upper and lower caps and part of the updated suspension package are also 2mm taller front and rear shock towers to accommodate the newly designed shocks. Other new features include a new slop-free mid-shaft pulley system, a new one-piece, low centre of gravity motor mount as well as a redesigned steering assembly with a wider pivot system for a more direct steering feeling. Also included are adjustable aluminium and carbon battery stops and an improved gear differential for ultra-smooth operation. Beside the aluminium chassis car Serpent will also release a carbon kit that utilises a 2.25mm carbon fibre chassis which is ideal for low to medium bite conditions. The kit will hit the stores very soon.

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January 8, 2016

Schumacher Mini Pin 1 off-road buggy tyre

The Schumacher Mini Pin has become the market leading tyre for 1/10th buggy carpet racing and it is used as the control tyre for many race series worldwide including the EOS, DHI Cup and Schumacher Indoor Masters. To meet increased demand Schumacher have re-tooled the original Mini Pin tyre and introduced the Mini Pin 1. The new tyre will become available in yellow, blue and silver compound to replace the original Mini Pin, which will be phased out over the next few months. The Mini Pin 1 features improvements to wheel fitment and quality and the performance on the track is intended to match the original Mini Pin tyre. The Mini Pin 2 launched 12 months ago will also continue to be available. This tyre features a thinner carcass, provides more traction and is better suited to lower grip tracks.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

January 8, 2016

Brilliant RC INS box & air filter

Brilliant RC have introduced the EFRA and IFMAR homologated Brilliant INS box for 3.5cc and 2.11cc nitro on-road engines. The INS box combined with the included air filter ensures a perfect airflow while the specially developed foam element in combination with a high-quality air filter oil offers exceptional protection against dust, dirt and moisture. With a diameter of 50mm, a height of 41mm and a weight of just 19 grams the low-profile INS box reduces the air drag on 1/8th scale cars and fits easy below most commonly used 1/10 touring car bodies. The filters are also available separately for spares.

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January 8, 2016

Vaterra 2015 K&N Ford Mustang GT RTR

Building on the same chassis as the just announced Chevy C10 is Vaterra’s K&N branded 2015 Ford Mustang GT. The 4WD drift car makes use of a shaft-driven tub chassis with sealed differentials that is equipped with low-profile drift tyres on licensed Volk CE28N wheels. Brake and calliper details on the hub add to the realism that is further underlined by the detailed body that comes with the same trim scheme as the full-scale K&N Mustang GT. It includes extra scale touches like sideview mirrors, chrome exhaust tips and a realistic looking rear wing. Part of the RTR package are also a 15T brushed motor, waterproof electronics and a 2.4GHz radio system along a NiMH battery pack and AC wallcharger.

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January 8, 2016

Xtreme Racing RR10 Bomber carbon fibre panels

Xtreme Racing have new carbon fibre option parts for the Axial RR10 Bomber off-road vehicle available. The range includes a roof panel as well as a set of side panels to replace the standard plastic parts. The panels are cut from lightweight 1.2mm carbon fibre, a direct replacement for the stock parts and they are available separately or as a combo set.

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January 8, 2016

Vaterra 1972 Chevy C10 pickup truck

Horizon Hobby have introduced the Vaterra 1972 Chevy C10 pickup truck on the proven V100-S 4WD chassis. Shaft-driven and with sealed differentials the dropped ’72 C10 comes factory assembled and ready-to-run, equipped wish a Dynamite 15 turn brushed motor and waterproof electronics. Included is also a Dynamite 6-cell NiMH battery and a suitable wall charger as well as a 2.4GHz radio system with batteries.

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January 8, 2016

Yeah Racing M-Chassis aluminium setup wheels

Coming from Yeah Racing are dedicated aluminium setup wheels for Tamiya’s M-Chassis and other compact-size 1/10th cars. The smaller diameter compared to standard 1/10th scale setup wheels makes for the most accurate suspension geometry adjustments. The wheels are cut from high-quality aluminium, they feature rubber O-rings to reduce slipping and sliding on the setup board and also included come thumb nuts for easy and convenient fastening without scratching the wheel’s surface.

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January 8, 2016

Schelle TLR22 3.0 screws, bearings & chassis skin

Schelle Racing Innovations have a suite of new products available for the TLR22 3.0 buggy in the form of an upper titanium screw set, a ceramic bearing kit and a chassis protector skin. Starting with the 37-piece upper titanium screw set, it saves about 12 grams of weight and outfits a buggy minus the chassis bottom screws. The fasteners are made of Grade 5 titanium alloy with a bright machined finish to give the car that pure racing look. Next up is the Black Diamond series ceramic bearing set. It includes 14 ceramic bearings for all rolling axles and gearbox components to reduce drag to a minimum. Also included are 6 Onyx series bearings for the steering bellcranks and ball differential. Last but not last is the chassis protector skin set. It includes a pre-cut vinyl protector decal for the buggy’s aluminium chassis as well as two additional replacement rear skids. The skin, printed by UpGrade RC, will keep the chassis from becoming excessively scratched on abrasive surfaces.

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