More new parts for the Xray RX8 from Arrowmax, who have released these new rear and side pulley shaft collars. Made from high quality 7075 aluminium, they are a direct replacement for the standard plastic kit versions.
View photos of the parts mounted here
Having written about the new Ballistic 8 and Ballistic 8L brushless motors from Novak back in January, the Irvine California based company have shown of images of the final product. Designed to fit into 1/8th scale buggies truggies and monster trucks, these 550 size motors offer plenty of power with the long version providing even more torque. Novak is also developing a compatible speed control called the Kinetic 8 Racing Sensored Brushless ESC. More information will be announced for this new ESC as it becomes available.
View the Ballistic 8L motor here
Viper R/C Solutions have announced that Paul Sinclair, Chief Engineer and Team Manager of X-Factory has signed to use VTX speed controls, and VST brushless motors and accessories. With many years of technical design work in the radio control industry, Paul’s experience will be of great benefit to the Viper team. He will be using Viper products in his X-6 Squared, X-60 and Prototype 4wd at all major off road events in the US and around the world. Already after an early shakedown test Paul reported “Love the throttle and brake ‘feel’, it was very easy to adapt to and drive. Just a nice power delivery, smooth and yet power out of the corners.”
Source: Viper R/C [viper-rc.com]
Xray’s new CNC-machined aluminuim shock collars can be used on Xray NT1 shock absorbers to increase the durability. These stylish and lightweight collars are made from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium and have been strategically lightened. Sold in a set of four.
With increasing RPM and engines that are running as lean as possible to deliver the most power possible, the temperature of the exhaust gas have become quite high, which is damaging the exhaust gasket. With the release of the new 2011 Nova line of engines, Novarossi have a different shaped exhaust channel which has no sharp corners, a change that also required a modification to the design of the exhaust gasket itself. As seen in our coverage from Nuremberg, the new gaskets have a different internal shape which allows for better contact with the crankcase, plus it also is made from a more heat resistant material. All 3 modifications are made to improve the life such a little, but important, part of their high performance competition engines.
Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]
Arrowmax have announced the release of these new rear upper arm turnbuckles for the Mugen MBX-6 1/8th scale buggy. Made from high quality titanium, they are much lighter than the standard part while at the same time being more durable.
Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]
Officially licensed and Ready-To-Race, the winning number 18 Toyota Tundra of Kyle Busch is now available in 1/16 scale exclusively from Traxxas. During the 2010 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, Kyle raced Chicagoland, Talladega and Homestead with Traxxas sponsorship and took the checkered flag every time he flew Traxxas colors. At season’s end, Kyle Busch Motorsports won the Owners’ Championship. To commemorate the exciting 2010 season and a new run at the Championship with Traxxas in 2011, Traxxas is proud to offer the new 1/16 Kyle Busch Camping World Race Replica truck. This high-performance model features the Velineon Brushless Power System for class-leading speed, coupled with full-time 4WD that makes it easy to drive like a pro. The drivetrain rides on full ball-bearings and delivers smooth, efficient power through Traxxas’ Torque-Control slipper clutch and proven telescoping u-joint drive shafts. The officially licensed body includes all the graphics of Kyle’s full-size no. 18 Toyota Tundra, right down to the Goodyear logos on a new NASCAR-style wheel and tire combination developed just for the Kyle Busch model.
View more images of the car here
Team Associated’s SC10 RS (Race-Spec) is a Ready-To-Run R/C replica of the trucks driven in the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series. After winning the 2010 ROAR National Championships the SC10RS has received some major upgrades including the water-resistant high-power XP SC700 Brushless Speed Control and a water-resistant enclosed receiver box. The suspension also received an upgrade with the addition of adjustable blue anodized aluminum V2 coil-over shocks. The 2.6:1 ratio gearbox includes a sealed gear differential with new heavy-duty internal gears and the externally adjustable V2 slipper clutch. The new KMC replica hex-drive wheels come standard on the SC10RS with high traction JConcepts racing compound rear tires and inserts for more grip. The XP3-SS 2.4GHz 3-channel radio system and XP S1903MG metal gear steering servo round out the SC10RS as a potent short course race machine.
View the full features list here
