January 13, 2023

ReveD alu spur gear holder

Japanese RC Drift manufacturer ReveD has introduced a new aluminium spur gear holder that can be attached to RDX and MC-1. It can be used when changing the spur gear from the RDX kit standard configuration. The spur gear is sandwiched between a lightweight aluminium separate type holder with SE (Shining Edge) processing, and it uses a centre lock method that secures it with a single aluminium nylon nut. The 4-point positioning method eliminates the need to worry about centering the spur gear, allowing for quick spur gear replacement.

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January 12, 2023

Dash RS-tuned Ultra Speed 13.5t Motor

New from Dash RC is this RS-tuned Ultra Speed 13.5t Motor.  Designed for extreme performance in stock class category, it uses high quality materials to guarantee for high current flow.  It is housed with “arrows” cooling openings and aluminium endplate to keep the temperature and overall weight down.  It comes equipped with a balanced sintered rotor to reduce unwanted vibration and to be able to withstand high temperatures.  The outlaw RS-tuned ultra speed motor is designed to break limits and to set a new standard in the stock class category.

Source: Dash [dash-rc.com]


January 11, 2023

MonTech M22 1:12 Body

Coming from MonTech is their new M22 1:12 plan car bodyshell.  The new design features sleek lines that result in an extremely clean airflow across the bodywork.  On the track, this translates into extreme speed, cornering and entry while also providing great stability. Formed from high quality polycarbonate, the M22 is available in two versions, ‘Standard’ which weighs 40grams and the lightweight ‘La Leggera’ which is just 22grams.

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January 10, 2023

Raceform 1:12 Pro Bodypost Lazer Tracer

New from Raceform is their latest Lazer Tracer for accurately locating the location of the body post in 1:12 On-road chassis, and tracing the location over to a new body shell.  Having previous released a Lazer Tracer for 1:8 bodies, it is a self-centring system that enables the holes to be perfectly aligned to the chassis.  This 1:12 specific Pro Bodypost Lazer Tracer is the only tool that is able trace the position of the body post precisely onto the bodyshell in preparation for reaming.  Be it unpainted or painted, it is the only risk free tool in the world that saves you time and stress, and also a system that will change how we locate the bodypost position. Your body will look better than ever, improved consistency between changing bodies, and save you from damaging your nicely painted body.  With a self centring system, you are assured of proper air flow and results in a more predictable drive.  Especially in 1/12 On-road, the front post is slanted towards the front and even locating the holes on a clear body is challenging due to parallax error.  Watch video here.

Source: Raceform RC [raceformrc.com]


January 9, 2023

Destiny RX-10SR new parts

Following the launch of their latest 1:10 electric touring car kit last Summer, Destiny have just released some new parts for their RX-10SR 3.0.  The first of these are M3x18mm camber screws, made from high grade 64MAX titanium. Supplied as a 4 pcs pack they include one 2mm stainless pin for adjustment.  Also released is a carbon fibre wave shape front brace, made from 2.0mm high grade carbon fibre with 1mm thickness of wave shape. It provides more flex than kit brace for more smooth steering response.

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January 9, 2023

Exotek DR10M Alu 3 Gear Gearbox w/motor plate

Opening the New Year with more goodies for Team Associated’s DR10M 1:10 2WD drag car, Exotek Racing has released this alloy 3 Gear Gearbox with motor plate.  The ‘bullet proof’ piece for your high powered DR10M build is machined from heavy duty machined alloy that keeps your gears in perfect alignment, even under the heaviest motor rpm loads.  New ‘3 Gear’ option rotates the motor around and uses 1 less idler gear like other traditional drag cars for use on higher grip surfaces.  1 less idler gear makes the transmission more efficient, quieter and translates to more rpm.  The chassis will feel ‘flatter’ too when launching from start.  Polished and anodised black using 7075 aluminium, it is a direct bolt on for the DR10M only and includes a reversed, light weight motor plate.

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January 6, 2023

Schumacher Eclipse 5

In a busy week for Schumacher with driver announcements, the British manufacturer has also managed to kick off the first week of 2023 with the release of the new Eclipse 5 1:12 chassis.   The Eclipse cars are the current reigning 1/12th scale IFMAR World and EFRA European Champions in both modified and stock classes with the new Eclipse 5 featuring an extensive list of refinements, making it even faster and better handling.  Schumacher describe the Eclipse 5 as ‘the ultimate professional LMP12 racing chassis kit’.  Pre-Orders are being taken with the kits due late January. 

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January 6, 2023

Payne signs for Schumacher

Top international 1:12 racer Ollie Payne has signed to race with Schumacher, the news concluding a big week of driver signings for the British team.  The former Roche driver, who spent most of his racing career with the Hong Kong manufacturer, will work alongside Schumacher designer & racer Andy Murray and its worldwide team at UK, USA, European, and World events with the Eclipse 1:12 platform as well as its Mi8 touring car.  A former EFRA European Champion, IFMAR Worlds Finalist, and winner of the Cleveland US Indoor Champs and New York GP, Payne said, “I am very excited to be joining Schumacher for 2023 and beyond. Thanks to Robin and Andy for the opportunity!”

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]