Avid have announced the release of this chassis brace support tuning set for the TLR 22X-4. Designed to make the TLR 22X-4 steering more predictable to drive while providing more confidence, it does so by stiffening the front end with a thick 3.5mm carbon brace and softening the rear with a 1.5mm carbon brace. The set comes with a pair of 1.0mm shims to maintain rear chassis and gearbox gap.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
Made for all crawler enthusiast are these Ruddog Crawler brushed motors, which are now also available in 550-size. Coming in 5-slot specification and two different winding variants, 10T & 15T, the dual ball-raced motors feature adjustable timing, plated end bells, replaceable motor brushes and springs, brush heatsink towers and they are fully rebuildable if needed. The adjustable timing allows to adapt and optimise the motors for drivetrains that require reverse motor rotation operation.
Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]
This stylish Hudy hard case has been designed specially for the Sanwa MT4, MT44 & M17 transmitters. Made from the highest-quality materials, combined with expert workmanship, ensure the durability and long life of this hard case. The upper lid features inner net pocket with a zipper while outside sports a stylish and cool design with full-colour Hudy graphics. Size 185x220x145mm.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
Introducing the new Core RC Hi Response long springs for offroad buggies. Developed by Schumacher engineers and high level drivers over a wide range of conditions, from low grip dirt to high grip carpet, these springs have been made to improve the responsiveness of the cars, compared to the alternative Core RC and Schumacher big bore springs. They feature less coils and have a thinner wire diameter and they also offer a handy weight saving, by an average 4 grams per pair over previous Core RC Springs. For use on the rear of the Cougar Laydown, Cat L1 Evo and other cars using big bore shocks. Available individually in red (2.0 lb/in), green (2.2 lb/in), blue (2.4 lb/in) and black (2.6 lb/in) or as a complete set of all four.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
Contact have announced that their recently released LMP12 wheels are now available separately, unmounted. The available range of wheels includes the new hex fitting wheel for the Eclipse 4, front wheel as well as the standard 3 bolt rear wheel. The wheels are supplied pre-scratched for better glue adhesion.
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From OfficinaRC come more titanium goodness with the introduction of their line of UFS screws. Made of titanium with the best precision machines by experts Italian craftsmen these screws can count on a head thickness of only 0.9mm. Below the extremely thin head there’s a cylindrical shank of 1.4mm that allows a perfect centering without preventing tightening. Particularly suitable for top decks with 1.6mm thicknesses and shock tower. OfficinaRC ‘UFS’ Titanium are made in various sizes and available in kits for the most popular models. Ti-6Al4V is the most widely used titanium alloy in the motorsport and aerospace market and this alloy contains 6% aluminium and 4% vanadium, an excellent combination of toughness with extra resistance to corrosion. The UFS ‘Deep’ version has been specifically designed to be used in Awesomatix and Mugen steering blocks.
View images of the mounted screws here
Team Associated announce the release of the Pro4 SC10, a Ready-To-Run RC electric Short Course truck. It features some major upgrades not normally found in RTRs, including a water-resistant high-power Reedy brushless speed control, Reedy 3300kV brushless motor, water-resistant enclosed receiver box, adjustable oil-filled coil-over shock absorbers and four-wheel independent suspension. Drivetrain features three heavy-duty sealed gear differentials and the short course proudly rolls and jumps on Fifteen52 Turbomac HD wheels wrapped in realistic off-road General Tire GT Grabber all-terrain tires. The 2.4GHz 2-channel radio system includes an adjustable digital gyro, which allows vehicle stability to be adjusted to match the terrain and a digital high-torque Reedy servo round out the Pro4 SC10 as a potent short-course contender.
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RDRP presents their new -1° D suspension block for the Associated B6.2 2WD buggy. With this item, it is possible to either reduce rear toe-in for less rolling resistance and more corner speed on high-bite surfaces such as carpet and Astroturf, or to run your rear arms in a narrower position for more roll on slippery tracks. Machined from durable aluminium and black anodised, it has chamfered and polished edges for looks and of course is compatible with the full range of Team Associated B6.2 pill inserts.
View the mounted suspension block here
