A new development from SWorkz is the ‘1-Unit-Fit’ motor mount. This not only makes it easy to change the engine quickly, it is also super convenient to set 2 different engine inclination angles. The motor mount is available with a 6 degree tilt angle or a 4 degree tilt angle which allows the chassis balance to be changed during jumps or in high-speed curves. By simply loosening 4 screws you can easily change your motor without having to realign it each time.
Roche have presented this new optional motor pod/rear bulkhead for the Rapide P10W Evo2. It allows for the axle height adjuster position to be mounted 2mm lower making it suitable for small diameter foam tires on high grip indoor carpet track. Made from 7075 high grade aluminium, it sports Roche’s signature red/black 2 tones anodising.
Source: Roche [rocherc.com]
Max Power by Massimo Fantini have released their new 2094 onroad pipe and manifolds. Available in regular polished metal and what he is calling ‘total black’, they look great and claim to boost power output. Coming as a standalone pipe or in a pipe set, there are also four different manifolds available, standard, 90 short, 90 medium and 90 long.
Source: Max Power [rcmaxpower.com]
ONG have introduce their new shock caps which have been made in Italy in Ergal 7075 T6 and then hard anodised and branded with the ONG logo on the front. The 6 upper machined pockets on the cap have a dual purpose, reducing the weight of the cap, making it the lightest on the market as well as helping with heat dissipation. The 3 bleed holes coupled to the new membranes will allow a rebound close to 0 and a homogeneous response between the shock absorbers once closed. The kit includes 12 membranes with 3 different hardnesses that will allow you to vary the behaviour of the shock absorber based on the track, the driving style and temperature.
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The new R5R Racer 5.0 from Reds Racing has been fitted with a brand new one-piece cooling head to improve engine cooling and efficiency. Designed with a 5 ports sleeve and crankshaft timing to improve fuel efficiency and drivability and is suitable for both buggy and truggy this new engine is equipped with the best technology to improve reliability and guarantee the best performance on all terrains. R5R Racer factory tuned guarantees the same performance as a Pro engine at reasonable price and every single engine is hand inspected and compression checked inside their headquarters by Mario Rossi to achieve the highest quality standards. The feature set includes a 5 ports sleeve with boosters, HCX horizontal carburettor, silicone filled and tuned crankshaft, high sealing Japanese front bearing and Swiss made steel high quality rear bearing.
Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]
Ministry of Bearing have introduced their new 3 and 4 shoe clutch system. The set is available with 3 or 4 pin flywheel, clutch assembly and springs with a range of shoe materials and combinations available. Similar to other versions on the market that can be used in a 3 or 4 shoe configuration, the entire assembly is red anodised and works with the majority of 1/8th offroad cars and clutch bells.
Source: Ministry of Bearing [ministryofbearing.com]
New for the Infinity IF14 II, Creation Model have some new shims/spacers for fine tuning the car’s roll centre. Available in 3 different versions, the spacer sits between the lower suspension block and the chassis to adjust the roll centre. With a thickness of 0.2mm it’s possible to achieve a very finely adjust the car’s setup.
The LCG trend in the modified touring category has always been the racer’s priority and the new 5500mAh from Arrowmax claims to set the standard in today’s LiPo batteries technology providing competitive capacity, power and is light weight. At only 19.5mm high and weighing 247grams, this super LCG battery allows racers to maximise the car balance on track. The new Si-graphene technology construction offers improved efficiency, lower IR and battery cycle life and is highly recommended for today’s modified touring car category.
Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]
