Novarossi are pleased to introduce the new C9TGH hot weather glow plug. Recommended for the use in ambient temperatures of 30°C and above the custom-made plug is specially manufactured to meet the particular requirements of the racers and is capable to withstanding the rigours of racing in very high temperatures.
Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]
Edam release a new optional part for the Spirit and Esprit 1/10 scale on-road cars in the form of this solid axle adapter. The insert turns the gear differential into a solid axle for those who prefer to use a front one way and a spool rear axle. Best suited for high-grip surfaces as the conversion provides stability, a more linear acceleration and also saves some weight over the stock gear differential.
Click here to view a photo of the installed part
Futura cleaner has been developed to solve the problem of traction build up on your tires to keep the performance similar the next time you use them. The only way to do this is to remove the traction buildup to keep them consistent from run to run and this cleaner will remove that buildup from the tires. Cleaner is formulated for both rubber and foam tires and especially on foam tires it’s able to open the foam pore, making the tire softer and prepare it for the application of new additive.
Source: Futura [tyreadditive.com]
The development of the Centax clutch continues with the release of Serpent’s new true motion clutch. Serpent’s designer Ron Ton was the innovator of this revolutionary clutch system in the mid nineties and soon it became the industry standard in onroad racing as all other brands adopted similar systems. Many variations have been tried, but in the end it still comes close to the original idea. In the latest development the tapered shape has been moved from the flywheel to the pressure plate instead, improving punch and reliability. Serpent continues the use of the hard Centax spring to set preload, as its less critical and fast to adjust. The 1/10 scale Centax True motion clutch has the red shoe and steel clutch housing, while the 1/8 scale Centax True motion clutch has the black shoe and aluminium clutch housing as standard.
Matrix Tyres have released their own line of additive, developed as a result of their knowledge of the rubber and a thorough search of raw materials. Tested using the best drivers in the world, both in 1/8 and 1/10, it will ensure maximum grip, ease of driving and maximum cornering speed. Absolutely not harmful, it does not contain any solvent hazardous to human health (see safety sheet here (PDF)).
Source: Matrix Tires [matrixtires.it]
Alien Racing have created a new upper deck for the Yokomo BD5 made from 2.5mm thick carbon fibre. Especially created for carpet racing the thicker material makes the car more precise and more stable, while at the same time making it easier to corner consistently. The upper deck is made of a similar carbon and is visually identical to that of the Yokomo original.
Source: Alien Racing [alienracing.fr]
Team Titan have released their new Blitz RS6 1/10th 200mm body shell. The new EFRA approved body (#2049) is designed to be very stable in braking and acceleration and gives good steering. Available in 0.8mm and light 0.7mm versions, it comes supplied with adjustable rear wing and mounting hardware, decals and window mask.
Source: Team Titan [team-titan.com.tw]
2011 was a great year for Protoform in the 1/8th IC Nitro On-Road class. Now only did 8 A-Main finalists at the IFMAR WORLDS in Homestead Florida chose the P909 body, but the other 2 A-Main drivers chose the Protoform R15, which ran the quickest lap times of the entire event. In the end, Robert Pietsch brought home the very deserving win and trophy. They decided to incorporate what they felt were the best characteristics of these two world class bodies to create the Protoform PFR18. Loosely modeled after the car that conquered the 24HR of LeMans, this body style has a few tricks of it’s own as well. There are a couple more molded in body stiffening contours to make the body more consistent and the body conforms to the 2012 ERFA/IFMAR body rules in every way. Available in 3 thicknesses, .040 Lexan (regular weight), .030 Lexan (light weight) and .025 Lexan (lightest weight) “Pro-Lite” for the expert racers. This body has a protective outer film, body side-stiffeners (w/hardware) and comes with a large Protoform decal.
View more images of the PFR18 body here
