Yeah Racing have introduced a power switch extension for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck that does away with the need to take the body off in order to reach the on/off switch. The extension lever tucks neatly underneath the rock slider and will not come into contact with rocks for accidental power downs while still allowing for an easy reach. The set is a direct fit for the standard TRX-4 truck and it is available now.
VRP has just released their newest piston for 1/8th vehicles, the XV3 HT High Temp. The reasoning behind the HT version of the company’s popular XV3 piston is to be able to run shock oils in the normal 30wt-40wt range during the hot summer months. By installing the new XV3 HT, drivers can instantly drop oils 10wt from where they were before and tune from there. VRP will offer the new HT piston in 6×1.3 and 8×1.3 versions for all the popular vehicles. All are CNC-cut and hand-drilled for accuracy.
Source: Vision Racing Products [visionracingproducts.com]
Arrma have introduced their new Notorious 6S BLX 1/8th scale electric ready-to-run monster truck. The rig utilises a 3mm thick anodised aluminium chassis, three full-metal geared differentials, beefy suspension components and steel driveshafts for performance and durability while composite side guards keeping away the elements for go-everywhere ability. Long travel suspension arms and big-bore aluminium shock absorbers soak up any terrain imperfections and the 6S LiPo-compatible 4-pole BLX 2050kV brushless motor ensures for reliable power supply. The ready-to-run specifications also include a 150A rated VLX185 sped controller, a 15kg-cm steering servo and a 2.4GHz radio system. The package is rounded out by a pre-painted body shell, in either black or blue colour, and grippy dBoots Back-Flip tyres.
Traxxas have introduced their new Slash 4×4 short course truck with Titan 12T 550 motor and XL-5 speed controller. The new truck combines the best elements of the hardcore Slash 4X4 VXL with the more affordable Titan 12T 550 brushed motor and the waterproof XL-5 electronic speed control. The chassis is equipped with a slipper clutch with 32 pitch gears, fluid-filled front and fear differentials as well as large volume shock absorbers. Other features include the TQ 2.4GHz radio system, a 4A DC peak detecting fast chargers and a Traxxas Power Cell 7-cell NiMH battery. The truck is rounded out by a pre-decorated body shell, available in two colour schemes, and matching wheels.
Made for Castle Creation’s Sidewinder 4 speed controller is the new Traxxas-compatible ESC cage from RPM. The cage allows to securely mount the controller without having to use unreliable tape or zip ties as it secretly clamps the controller while being attached to the chassis using existing mounting positions. RPM also include a separate, encased on/off switch mount that bolts directly to the cage in one of four locations for extreme versatility. Since the switch attaches to the cage, no extra time is needed to remove it during maintenance or if owners decide to swap the ESC between vehicles. The cage is available in black or blue colour and it fits the Traxxas Stampede 4×4, Slash 4×4, Slash 4×4 LCG, Slash 2wd, Slash 2wd LCG and Rally as well as the Stampede 2wd, Rustler and Bandit, the latter three require the use of the Traxxas #3725 mounting plate.
T-Works have introduced their new body protector sets for 1/8th, 1/10th and 1/12th scale vehicles. The 1/10th and 1/12th scale sets include both wheel well and body post protectors that can be used either to reinforce a new or repair an already damaged body shell. The 1/10th set is usable for most touring car body shells and includes a pair of sheets with two wheel well and four body post stickers while the 1/12th scale set comes with two sheets featuring four wheel well and four body post stickers each. Also available is a 16-piece set of 6x20mm body post cushions usable for most touring cars while the 1/8th scale set includes a total of 16 body mount cushions. All are made of transparent high-quality material and they are easily attached thanks to their adhesive backside.
View the 1/10th and 1/8th body post cushions here
SWorkz have introduced a new option part for the S12-M 2WD buggy in the form of a 36T POM idler gear. The item is CNC-machined from strong POM material and it is a perfect fit for the S12-M gearbox, making for lower friction and noise while also scrubbing rotational mass for improved overall efficiency.
Nemo Racing and Piranha Racing Fuels have announced that National, European and World Champion driver Neil Cragg joined their team. The Team Associated factory driver has chosen their 25% fully synthetic blend to power his nitro fleet. Nemo Racing and Piranha Racing Fuels are looking forward to work with Neil for the remainder of this season and beyond.
Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]
