February 10, 2023

Redcat RDS Competition Spec Drift car Builder’s Kit

On the back of the release of their all new Ready to Run RDS 1:10 Competition Spec Drift car, Redcat is to also offer the RWD chassis as a Builder’s Kit.  The RDS builders kit requires assembly and does not include a body, motor, ESC, radio system, steering servo, gyro, battery or charger.  The kit is intended for serious drifters who want to build a capable drift chassis that they can add all of their favourite electronics and 200mm body to.  The RDS can be set up for three different battery sizes; a competition style 2S shorty LiPo pack, LCG 2S shorty pack, or a standard sized 2S stick pack.

Source: Redcat Racing [redcatracing.com]

 

February 8, 2023

Exotek XB2 Vader drag chassis conversion set

In the latest conversion kit from US Drag Racing specialists Exotek Racing has released their Vader conversion kit for Xray’s XB2 2WD Buggy. The Carbon fibre drag conversion set can convert Xray XB2’16-XB2’22 making it an economical and fun way to try ‘street eliminator’ drag racing for Xray XB2 owners! Multi drilled gear box plate accepts most variety of XB2 gearboxes and suspension hangers (’16-’22). The kit provides the legal 13″ wheelbase to fit under the hottest new no prep bodies that are on the market such as the Proline Corvette. Included in the conversion set is a heavy duty 2.5mm thick Carbon fibre made and machined in the USA chassis, and side rail plates. Carbon fibre adjustable wheelie bar with heavy duty titanium tie rod height adjuster as well as an extra stiff 4mm gearbox plate. The chassis accepts 47mm wide or narrower shorty type drag racing packs or regular shorty packs with velcro hold downs. 2 level chassis design allows you to lower or raise the gearbox if desired. A 3mm carbon fibre front shock tower allows you run a lower ride height as well as allowing the use of a street eliminator body mount kit. The carbon fibre rear body mount plate that bolts to the stock XB2 wing mounts.

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February 8, 2023

O.S. SPEED R2105 .21 Onroad Engine

O.S. Engines has released the latest version of its 1:8 Onroad World Championship winning engine, the R2105.  The O.S. SPEED R21 series took the Mugen of Shoki Takahata to the World title in the US at the end of 2019 and in a year that he will try to defend that title in Japan at the Infinity International RC Speedway, the Japanese engine manufacturer has redesigned most of the parts that make up the R2105.  To increase torque on high-grip track surfaces, a newly designed 9-port sleeve is adopted.  O.S. SPEED’s traditional DLC coated crankshaft delivers linear power from low to top by changing the counter balance.  The outer head has been mirror finish and by clear coat from the conventional colour to a silver head base has been adopted.  By adopting a thrust plate made out of steel, wear due to interference between the connecting rod and the cover plate during rotation is reduced and engine life is improved.

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February 7, 2023

Infinity Carrying Bags

Creation Model has introduced two new Infinity bags for hauling all your racing gear around to tracks.  The carrying black bag with bright red straps is offered in a standard 2 box and large 3 box option.  The included boxes are made of plastic, which offer more durability and water-resistance than ordinary cardboard boxes and they fit 1:8 nitro onroad cars perfectly, together with tires and parts which can also be stored in an organised manner. The side opening has a double zipper for ease of use.

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February 7, 2023

T-Works 3.5×8.5mm Aluminium Shim Set

New from T-Works is this 3.5×8.5mm aluminium shim set.  The black anodised shims are available in 4 sizes, 0.5mm, 0.75mm, 1mm and 2mm with set case containing 10 pieces of each.  Individual sizes are also available separately to restock the set.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

February 6, 2023

Redcat RDS Competition Drift Car

Redcat is releasing a competition spec rear wheel drive drift car, the Redcat RDS. The RDS is ready to run and includes all the necessary radio gear and electronics to get you on the track quickly.  As most drift competitors already own several battery packs, the RDS does not include a battery or charger.  It will accept a competition style 2S shorty LiPo pack, LCG 2S shorty pack, or a standard sized 2S stick pack. Redcat engineered the RDS, from the ground up, for a specific purpose, to compete.  The lead engineer on the project, Shane Mikula, is a seasoned drifter who owns and operates a competition drift track/hobby shop.  Mikula’s track, named TandemRC, is one of the top drift tracks in the US. Mikula has been at the centre of the drift scene for many years, getting direct feedback from fellow drifters. Through his own experience and others’, he’s definitely learned a thing or two about what competitive drifters are looking for in a competent car.  Using this knowledge, the Redcat engineering team has developed a highly competitive rear wheel drive drift car that excels on surfaces which are found on many prepared RC drift tracks, such as carpet, p-tile, and polished concrete.

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February 2, 2023

The Drake Racing LED Tuning Screw Driver

Adam Drake’s The Drake Racing has released this LED Tuning Screwdriver which has been created by his longtime friend and accomplished racer Billy Fisher.  Featuring glossy carbon fibre housing, the lightweight design has is fitted with 3 bright LEDs controlled by a recessed 2 step push button switch.  The lights are powered by LR44 button cell batteries and it accepts 4mm diameter tips. You can purchase the complete screwdriver, driver only, or tip only.

Source: The Drake Racing [thedrakeracing.com]

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