T-Works has added Steel CVD Left Thread Sets for the Serpent Spyder SRX4 Gen3 1:10 4WD Buggy to their extensive offering of aftermarket parts. Available in front and rear pairs, the CVD is made from high-quality steel which has been heat treated for extra hardness. The left hand threads mean wheel nut will not accidentally come loose while driving.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
Yokomo has announced the arrival of its new flagship Racing Performer BL-RPX3 Competition Speed Controller. The RPX3 surpasses the performance of the previous and well established RPX speed controller. While maintaining the power to reach maximum RPM instantly, Yokomo say the throttle feel has been optimised by smoothing out the RPM rise range, adding controllable characteristics that prevent breakdowns even when power is increased. An auto mode that changes boost in accordance with throttle opening is also included, enabling high-boost driving with a linear image. The boost value can now be increased to a maximum of 75, whereas in the past the upper limit was 60, and instantaneous power has reached a realm far beyond the imagination. A system to change the program in conjunction with a smartphone application is also under development and due for release as soon as it is ready.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
ProTek RC has announced its new CR21 3-port .21 off-road engine with the same DNA as its highly successful Samurai engine line. The budget-friendly ProTek CR21 features a newly designed crankshaft to improve engine response and a lightweight piston that further assists with a crisp engine response on throttle input. The combustion chamber design optimises low to medium RPM ranges, perfect for newer racers, while still offering high performance output at high speeds for more experienced drivers. And it is easy to tune and stabilise with a 2-needle carburetor with 6mm and 7mm inserts available. An “EBIS” version of the ProTek RC CR21 is also available, featuring the engine break-in services of RC racing and industry legend Adam Drake.
Team Associated’s Factory Team brand has released Vertical Ballstud Mounts for the RC10B74 series cars, including the B74.2 and B74.2D. These vertical ballstud mounts increase the tunability of the rear camber link, allowing for lower ballstud positions to be used as well as a further outward ballstud position. These pieces mount directly to the tower included in the kit. The intent of these mounts is to allow drivers more versatility than what is available on the kit tower, particularly regarding mounting the inner rear ballstud, which affects the roll center and camber gain of the car. The extent of the available adjustment range will depend on multiple factors such as differential height, hub height, link length, and more.
Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]
JConcepts has release this RM2 pre-cut chassis protective sheet for the B6.4. A high-end item used for many years on the performance side of RC racing is the chassis protective sheet. While it’s not easy to re-invent the chassis sheet, JConcepts, along with Ryan Maifield, now offer a newly designed protective sheet for the latest Team Associated vehicle. The heavy-duty and pre-cut item has the latest RM2 graphics incorporated into the scheme with subdued background imagery. The 2-piece design includes 3 extra rear chassis pieces and a selection of pre-cut decals scattered throughout. After a tough race weekend, there will be no excuses and “no apologies” with this design. The “no apologies” tag line is printed full colour to dedicate this item to the racers who wear their heart on their sleeve. With 2 pieces included per package, the durable and resilient material fits each chassis layout like a glove and adds protection and style in one easy package.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
Sadly it has been announced that Steel City R/C Speedway in Fontana, California, is to close at the end of the 2022 season. Located on the grounds of Auto Club Speedway which has hosted NASCAR annually since 1997, redevelopment of the site means the RC track with its trademark red infield will no longer be. Having just hosted the 1:5 World Championships, in the five years it has operated the track has hosted some of the sport’s biggest races including the 1:8 Onroad World Championship and the last Touring Car Reedy Race of Champions, both in 2019. With Red RC having attending both these events, it was a great pleasure to deal with Kyle Goodwine and his family who were the visionaries behind this amazing track. We are pleased to hear the Goodwine’s are already looking at a new location to keep the SCS name and its red infield alive and we look forward to paying it a visit to report on a major event there.
Xtreme Racing has released a custom carbon fibre “Shorty Pack” chassis designed for the re-release of the Kyosho Optima Mid 2022. This chassis allows better layout by putting a shorty 2 cell hard pack on one side of the chassis and the electronics on the opposite side. The battery is placed close to the centre line to help with weight balance. With the battery being placed close to the centre the top plate has been made just for this chassis with cut outs for battery plugs. The conversion kit is supplied with a 2.5mm bottom chassis, a 2.0 mm top plate and a battery hold down system.
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Avid Racing Concepts have released these Ringer Shock Standoffs which are a direct replacement for the kit standoffs, including (4) standoffs, and (4) Delrin pivot bushings. They are made of black anodized 7075 Aluminum with a 7mm nut and our Ringer design silver highlights at the base to blind your competition with. Each standoff is fully threaded to help prevent bent shock mount screws. The Delrin pivot bushings are designed to rest against the smooth standoff instead of the screw which extends the life of them however they can be replaced to help maintain a tight fit in your shock cap when needed.
