May 8, 2020

T-Works roll out X20 optionals

Coming from T-Works and made for the Serpent X20 mid-motor touring car are several new option parts. First up is a full set of titanium ball ends that replace the standard steel parts. The ball ends feature a polished finish for smooth suspension action and they are made of high-quality 64 grade titanium for a low weight and exceptional strength. Also new is a 3-piece set of titanium turnbuckles as well as a 81-piece UFO head titanium screw kit. Like the ball ends, the turnbuckles and screws are made of high-quality titanium. Also available are a 90-piece gold-colour steel screw kit for bling and a 19-piece precision ball bearing set as a replacement for the kit bearings.

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May 7, 2020

H2 Racing Development TRF419 FWD conversion

H2 Racing Development have introduced their all-new front-wheel drive conversion kit for the Tamiya TRF419 electric touring car series. The set suits the TRF419X and TRF419XR and also the older TRF419, however the latter needs H2RD’s special bearing kit to make use of it. The conversion kit can be equipped with 416, 419 or 420-style suspension mounts and arms to fit the owner’s personal needs, which includes Tamiya’s new ARS kit for the TRF420. The shorty battery position is widely adaptable, from horizontal or vertical. The chassis set also offers several tweak control possibilities for track surfaces ranging from low-grip asphalt to high-grip carpet and a special design bumper plate allows to install different size weights for optimised front wheel traction control. The kit comes with low profile damper staya which fits the Tamiya big bore or SSBB shocks. Optionally available are standard height shock towers for the use on large high speed tracks. Included in the kit comes a 2.5mm main chassis, 2.0mm upper deck, as well as 3.0mm shock towers and a 3.0mm bumper plate, all machined from Japanese Torayca carbon fibre. Also included comes an adjustable battery mount, alloy servo mount and Japanese-made MBL front belt.

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May 7, 2020

GForce Gold & Black TS50 Type-C ESC & motor combo

Japanese brand GForce have announced the soon release of their limited edition Gold & Black TS50 Type-C brushless speed controller and motor combo set. Available in 13.5T or 17.5T specification, the set includes the TS50 club-level controller that offers high-quality hardware higher efficiency, lower internal resistance and thus increased performance while the new gold-colour aluminium heatsink case and the all-black colours add to a luxurious look. As for the Type-C stock motor, the power plant utilises a 3-piece aluminium case, double ball bearings, and a 12.5mm high-torque sintered rotor. The set is ideal for all club racers and also as an upgrade to existing ready-to-run electronics. The set is a limited edition and it will become available in early June.

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May 7, 2020

RC-Cox T4 black aluminium spring retainers

RC-Cox have introduced their new black aluminium spring retainers for the Xray T4 touring cars. The collars are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and they sport a black anodised surface for wear protection and a stealthy look, especially with the new, mostly black-toned T4’20. The alloy parts will improve spring seat and durability compared to standard composite spring retainers and they come in sets of four.

Source: PPM RC Racing [ppm-rcracing.com]


May 7, 2020

Xpress introduce new XQ1 FR suspension mounts

Coming from Xpress and made for all XQ1 series kits are new FR one-piece suspension mounts. They fit all Execute series cars and feature an enlarged slot for the front belt, allowing them to be used with the XQ1 Mid conversion kit as well. The mount is available in lightweight aluminium or a heavy brass variant both of which come with a black surface coating for wear and looks.

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May 7, 2020

T-Works titanium M4 large diameter wheel nut set

T-Works have introduced their new M4 wheel nut set made of lightweight high-quality titanium. Machined from 64 grade material the wheel nuts are of a large diameter design that ensures optimised wheel fitting with the increased contact patch making for less wheel wobble while the serrated backside ensures secure mounting. The hex part of the nuts is of a scale design for improved looks while the shiny natural finish makes for a cool factory appearance. The wheel nuts are usable with most 1/10th scale on-road and off-road wheels and they are available from now on.

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


May 6, 2020

Reds Racing Tetra GT adjustable 4-shoe clutch

Reds Racing have introduced their new adjustable Tetra GT 4-shoe clutch system for 1/8th scale nitro GT cars. The specially developed design allows for super-easy clutch settings from soft to hard, each one suitable for different track conditions and racing styles, improving clutch bell engagement for better engine response and optimised throttle feel. The clutch setting can be tuned with the adjustment nut to control the engagement point as desired though the variation of spring preload. The new 4-shoe clutch system comes with: flywheel, graphite clutch shoes, clutch spring, assembly screws, flywheel collet, flywheel nut and pressure sleeve. The clutch is available in 32mm or 34mm flywheel diameter variants.

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May 6, 2020

Hong Nor X3 GTSe electric GT kit – Coming soon

Hong Nor have announced their all-new X3 GTSe 1/8th scale electric GT on-road kit via a short video released on social media. The vehicle makes use of a lot of machined aluminium, such as the front, centre, and rear bulkheads that are of an open design with the shock towers and upper deck being machined of carbon fibre. The rear end is decked out with a lower diffusor and an 1/8th IC Track style body mount. Full details will become available soon.

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