January 11, 2013

Speedpassion SPMark-I 1/10th scale F1 body

SPSPMark-I-Speedpassion SPMark-I 1/10th scale F1 body

Speedpassion have introduced their new SPMark-I 1/10th scale Formula 1 body. Designed for Formula 1 chassis’, the new SPMark-I body takes customization and tuning to a new level in the rapidly growing 1/10 scale F1 racing segment. Racers have the option of the molded in nose or an optional nose and the body also has a unique molded fan mount directly over the motor area. Along with the optional nose profile, the body includes driver’s helmet, double-sided tape, a decal set and assembly instructions.

View more images of the body here


January 10, 2013

Xray T4 front anti-roll bars

Xray T4 front anti-roll bars

Xray have introduced these all-new T4 front anti-roll bars for narrowed front bulkheads in 0.1mm increments for super-fine tuning. For easy recognition the anti-roll bars have laser-engraved stripes for easy and instant recognition. The anti-roll bars are mounted using the included composite holders on the bulkheads, and to the integrated anti-roll bar mounts on the suspension arms. Available in 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6mm versions.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


January 9, 2013

Exotek FGX IFS adapter set & front hubs

Exotek FGX IFS adapter set & front hubs

Exotek Racing have produced some new parts for 3Racing FGX and their Exotek EFX chassis set. First up is the IFS adapter mounting plates for the Exotek EFX v1 and v2. Simple, lightweight yet heavy duty design, it includes alloy mounting plates for the rockers and dampeners and optional 3Racing sway bars. Next up is the heavy duty alloy front hub set with oversized bearings for the FGX. The set includes larger 10x5x3 (2) and 9x5x3 (2) bearings and are supported by stainless steel crush sleeves that are also included. Also on the hubs are an additional ackerman hole in the outer position. A direct bolt on for either the standard FGX or IFS front suspension.

View the front hub set here


January 9, 2013

Spec-R R1 aluminium gear diff joints

Spec-R R1 aluminium gear diff joints

Spec-R have released these new hard coated aluminium gear differential joints. made from high quality materials, they are over 60% lighter than the standard kit version weighing in at only 1.4 grams per piece. Suitable for the Spec-R R1 & S1 kits.

Source: Spec-R [spec-r.com]


January 7, 2013

iRacing reverse type clutch

iRacing reverse type clutch

iRacing have introduced their own reverse type clutch for 1/8 and 1/10 on road cars. This configuration where the flywheel is flat and the clutch shoe has been tapered gives a progressive feel and a better more consistent engagement. The system includes a hard spring that gives plenty of punch also on high grip tracks and the set comes complete with flywheel, centrifugal shoes, reverse plate, clutch shoe, locking nut, cup, spring, bearings, etc. The clutch bell from the 1/10 version is compatible with Xray NT1 and Serpent cars.

View the 1/10 clutch here


January 7, 2013

T.O.P. stabilizer bar sets

T.O.P. stabilizer bar sets

T.O.P. Racing have introduced two new optional stabilizer bar sets for the latest Sabre FD and FD2. They are fully compatible with the current range of Photon and Photon EX stabilizer bars. The 1.2mm sets include one for the Sabre FD (Front/Rear) and for Sabre FD2 (Rear).

View the other roll-bar set here


January 4, 2013

Bittydesign Striker-SR 2.0 body

Bittydesign Striker-SR 2.0 body

Bittydesign have introduced the new Striker-SR 2.0 190mm body which has been developed over the past months, with several tests on the “RC Landia” Italian Indoor facility. The result is a really fast bodyshell that combines steering efficiency together with the highest rear stability. It comes supplied with a big EFRA spec rear wing, however the body is not EFRA homologated, that provides the best balance between the front and rear of your car. Produced and sold only in a lightweight 0.75mm version, it comes complete with decals, windows masks, protection film and screws to fix the wing.

View another image of the body here


January 4, 2013

Capricorn TE01 option parts

Capricorn TE01 option parts

Capricorn have released some new option parts for their TE01 EP touring car. First up is the new aluminium double steering horn with bearings  which replaces the original plastic steering horn to ensure more accurate steering and increased durability. Capricorn have also released a titanium turnbuckle set which is 12 grams lighter compared to the standard steel turnbuckle set.

View the turnbukcle set here