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February 24, 2023

ReveD RDX Rear Body Mount Set & Iron Spool Cups

Japanese RC Drift specialists ReveD has announced the release of two new optional parts for its RDX chassis. The first item is a new rear body mount set for fixing RDX magnets. The set is comprised of a carbon rear body mount plate and aluminium rear body mount post for MC-1 that can be attached to RDX, together with the mounting screws. By attaching it to the RDX rear shock tower, it is possible to fix the body using a commercially available magnet. There are 4 holes in the aluminium post, 3 holes in the carbon plate, and 8 holes on each side for fixing the magnet, so you can adjust the position according to your body shells. The RDX magnet fixing rear body mount set offer greater value than purchasing parts individually.

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February 22, 2023

Team Zombie new concept 40mm Duct Cooling Fan

In the latest addition to its extensive offering of cooling fans, Team Zombie claims it has made a revolutionary breakthrough in the cooling concepts of it all new 40mm fan. Traditional fan cooling is limited by not having enough fresh air within the touring car body, not enough clearance for the fan to function to its full potential and not having the shape to generates the thrust to cool the motor’s surface evenly. now Team Zombie has the breakthrough on all these cooling limitation by created a revolutionary cooling system as it vacuums fresh air from the side of the chassis to supply the fan blade to cool the motor and the shroud casing providing even cooling on the motor’s surface with 10 grams+ of thrust.

Source: Team Zombie [team-zombie.com]

February 21, 2023

Zero Tribe TRF420X Low Shock Towers

Japanese tuning parts brand Zero Tribe has released images from final testing of its upcoming release of new low shock towers for the Tamiya TRF420X. Running the towers one of its own Zetricks 420MID conversions which is running to R/C SuperGT Championship specification, they have the effect of lowering the centre of gravity and producing sharp steering characteristics and improved corner speed. Zero Tribe are recommending the use of Infinity’s IF14-2TE shock or Yokomo’s BD10, BD11 with R shock end used for both front and rear.

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February 17, 2023

Xray X4F Alu Flex Chassis 2.0mm

Xray has released a new optional aluminium 2.0mm Flex Chassis for its X4F 1:10 FWD Electric Touring Car. The chassis is recommended for high traction carpet tracks, making the car easier to drive and more stable in high traction condition and avoiding traction roll. Made from 7075 T6 aluminium, it features special cut outs for optimal flex characteristics. The ultra-narrow chassis is only 84mm wide and features special cut outs that provide the chassis flex characteristics suitable for a wide variety of the traction levels. The bottom of the chassis is shaped to reduce contact between the chassis and the ground while turning to improve cornering speed.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 16, 2023

Maclan DRK 160 RS Edition Drag Race ESC

Maclan Racing has released their new DRK 160 RS Edition ESC intended for the Drag Racing’s NPRC Real Street Class. The speed controller features proprietary 7-Stage launch power control software with all new profiles designed for NPRC Real Street Class. It comes with factory pre-soldered 10AWG wires with DRK Super Capacitor module and is a Fanless design with no need to install the cooling fan. In terms of programming options you can use a ProLink programming card, a Windows PC and Maclan Panel Software (with cable included in the ESC), Use an Android mobile device (5.0 OS or higher) and Maclan Smart Link App (with Type C cable, sold separately) or use an Apple iPhone with Maclan WiFi module (sold separately) with Maclan Smart Link App. The DRK 160+ TSR Edition box includes the DRK 160 RS Edition ESC, 20cm receiver cable x1, ESC power switch x1, USB data cable x1 and a Maclan decal.

Source: Maclan Racing [maclan-racing.com]

February 16, 2023

T-Works Polarity Heatsink Connector

T-Works has released these ‘Polarity Heatsink Connector’ sets. Available in 4 and 5mm, the gold male bullet connectors are low profile. The plug grips are available as a red and black option for easy polarity identification or as a set of black grips for a more stealth look.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

February 16, 2023

VP-Pro 1:10 Tyre Mounting bands

VP-Pro has added small size version to their tyre mounting band group specifically designed for 1:10 Buggy and 1:10 Grand Touring. Made from high-elasticity silicone rubber and finished in VP-Pro Brilliant Blue, the bands have 6 outer tabs for even placement on the tyre in preparation for gluing. The bands come supplied as a pack of four bands.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]

February 15, 2023

Capricorn 1:8 GT tyres

Capricorn RC, under its ONE brand, has announced the release of an all new 1:8 GT range of tyres. With a stylish black rim design, the new rubber has proven extremely durable and high performing right from the first tests. In racing, the new tyre has already showed it’s performance with a strong result from Diego Morganti who took 2nd place over the weekend at the famed annual WinterNats in Florida. The tyres are designed to give the best performance and durability in the hope that it will reduce costs and make a more sustainable tyre for the GT Classes. The new range of tyres also allows you to run Foam and Rubber classes simultaneously without causing issues with GT rubber debris. Available in three compounds, Capricorn say the medium tyre will last over 1-hour maintaining strong performance throughout the race.

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