Thai company TWT has released this new tool stand. The new V.2 TWT Tool Rack, features holes for up to 13 tools and other pit equipment and also features 1 foam padded pockets for small items. It also features a simple system for measuring shims and screws, easy to use, you no longer need a vernier caliper. Made of high-quality acrylic it measures 180 x 85 x 17 mm. Weighing 153 grams it is available in the three colour options – black/grey, black/blue & black/red.
Protoform has just introduced its latest body for high-competition 1:10 Front Wheel Drive Electric Touring Car Racing, the Speed3. The striking new body takes styling cues from popular Japanese hot hatches competing in full-scale TCR classes around the globe, featuring aggressive fender flares and a slammed hatchback roofline. The Speed3 also features the easiest mounting of any Protoform body yet. Returning are their signature mounting marks inside the front wheel arches, allowing you to choose your body positions in 2mm increments up to +8mm. In addition, are sets of markings on the hood and rear bumper to easily line up your body posts no matter what you prefer. This body is designed to meet the new FWD Global Body Spec rules and is fully approved for EFRA competition (#5004). It’s made in the USA from high-quality, super-durable 0.7mm polycarbonate and is supplied complete with convenient plastic wing buttons and under-wing “nuts”, with M3 mounting screws. A stylish decal sheet, window masks, and overspray film complete the package.
Surpass Hobby has launched a new drag racing specific sensored brushless motor, the Rocket RC 550 Drag. Designed specially for Associated DR10, Losi 22S, Traxxas Drag 1:10 linear acceleration models, key characteristics of the new motor are its light weight and small volume. Matched with the Rocket RC 220A ESC, the 6500kv brushless motor provide high torque but can also be paired with other top brands of ESC. To ensure the motor’s rotor runs smoothly at high speed it is fitted with original NMB Japanese bearings.
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Wallace Motorsports in conjunction with SMJ and O.S. Speed have developed a limited edition, Wallace Motorsports Hall of Fame R21 to commemorate Ben Wallace, as the first undrafted player to be inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame. This engine is based off of the new Speed R21 Euro II which is intended for 1:8 on-road cars. The Euro Spec engine is known for its power and ease of tuning and the Euro Spec II has improved this. The new R21 Euro Spec II crankshaft has been revised with tungsten weights increasing the overall power and efficiency. The newly designed crankshaft has created a smoother powerband from mid to high RPM. The new cooling head can withstand high temperatures allowing for increased performance.
Source: Wallace Motorsports [wallacemotorsports.net]
Team Corally has released the Torq Master cordless screwdriver with digital torque control. Torq Master is a 3.6V Li-Ion screwdriver with digital torque control that is optimised for working on RC cars. Step up your maintenance game with a convenient, powerful, brushless-powered cordless driver that delivers precision and convenience in one device. It comes complete with its own carry case and usb charging lead with Corally offering a precision set of machined and TiNi-coated driver tips to take your maintenance game to a completely new level.
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Infinity has released Infinity has released an optional aluminium chassis exclusively for their IF14-2 Team Edition 1:10 Electric Touring Car. The 2.0mm aluminium chassis is heavier than the graphite main chassis, allowing for a lower centre of gravity. The chassis is precision-machined one piece at a time from high-quality 7075 T6 material to minimise distortion and twisting after machining. The hard but moderate chassis flex characteristics are suitable for high-grip surfaces such as carpet track.
Following last week’s release of two new front anti-roll bars for the RX8, Xray has now released updated rear anti-roll bars for their 1:8 Onroad chassis. Available in 2.6mm and 3.0mm options, they have a shape to match the updated bearing bushings for extra smooth movement and offer super fine tuning. Mounting the fixed rear anti-roll bar holders without the eccentric bushing makes the down-stops easier to set.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Another new release from RC Maker is this latest evolution of their GeoCarbon Rear Steering Arms for the Awesomatix A800MMX which is now longer. Representing similar geometry to that of the new AM23-R arms, these longer arms are between a normal front and rear arm in length, and aim to improve the efficiency of the active rear toe. These longer arms numb down the toe change as the suspension compresses or unloads, which makes the car less volatile. This can be particularly handy on bumpy or tracks with lots of elevation changes. Compared to the standard alloy arms, these are lighter, and offer more flex in the toe axis, which in many cases can give the car more traction. The arms feature a pressed 7075 Alu M3 Threaded Insert, which allow you to directly screw ST24/ST24M/ST24L into the carbon arms. RC Maker recommend using ST24M with these to ensure sufficient thread into the arms. They are CNC machined from 3mm 3K Gloss Carbon Fibre, with tight tolerances to ensure perfect fit onto any version of your AM06 Hubs.
Source: RC Maker [rcmaker.com.au]
