Radtec have introduced their new aluminium motor cooling fan mount V2 for 30mm and 40mm fan units. The 2-piece mount is machined from aluminium and it comes black anodised and with machined silver edge details to set it apart from the V1 mount. The mounting pattern allows to attach all standard 30mm and 40mm fans and a machined channel conveniently takes the fan’s connecting lead to ensure tidy wiring jobs.
Coming from Gens Ace is the new TS Line competition LiPo battery range. Distributed exclusively by Tonisport, the batteries will be available in a range of specifications including standard size and standard voltage 7300mAh and 6800mAh packs, and also as standard length high voltage 5800mAh LCG LiHV pack. All are made of high-performance 120C cells. Also coming are a standard voltage 4400mAh/100C shorty and a 4700mA/100C LiHV shorty battery pack. The batteries will hit stores in December.
Source: Gens Ace [gensace.de]
Kyosho have introduced three new aluminium option parts for the R4 Evo and R4s II 1/10th 200mm nitro on-road kits. First up is a redesigned aluminium middle layshaft mount whose 2-piece construction allows to fine-tune the chassis’ flex characteristics. The two halves can be connected using a screw for more rigidity or run separately for more flex. The parts are machined from high-quality material and they sport a dark gunmetal finish. Also new are two aluminium servo saver arms. Coming in +0 specification for a more linear steering feeling and also as +2 variant with added 2mm of length for the use with brushless servos, the arms improve the overall rigidity of the steering, offering less flex and thus improved steering feeling.
Avid have introduced their new 10.75mm aluminium posts for the Team Associated RC10F6 formula kit. They are of a beefed-up design to help prevent them from bending in high-stress situations and they are highly recommended for the suspension arms but they can also be used as a visual and strengthened upgrade to the rear wing mounts. The posts come blue anodised, with silver details and in sets of one, two or three pairs.
SWorkz have introduced their new S35-GT 1/8th nitro GT kit. Based on the electric-powered S35-GTE platform, with whom the nitro kit shares the front and rear suspension parts and gearboxes, the nitro GT features a new 2-speed centre transmission and an Ackermann steering system that comes straight from the S35-3 nitro buggy. The front upper suspension arms of the vehicle are of a multi-piece design with optional carbon fibre covers helping to add strength when running in high ambient temperatures or on very high-bite tracks. A unique front shock tower design allows for easy suspension geometry changes and the 7075 aluminium main chassis with L.F.C. Lower Friction Coefficient system will improve overall grip while offering less friction when bottoming out. The kit is rounded out by a newly developed radio tray that ensures precise throttle and braking response.
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Roche have introduced a new carbon fibre rear axle set for 1/10th 235mm Pro10 cars that use US-style rear axle shafts. Made from high-quality carbon fibre and being precision-ground to 6.34mm diameter the shaft is usable with all cars that use standard 1/4″ x 3/8″ rear axle bearings and it comes with a lightweight, black-anodised inner diff plate.
Source: Roche [rocherc.com]
Roche have introduced a long kingpin set for the Rapide F1 Evo formula car. Developed by German team driver Alexander Stocker, the longer kingpins will allow for a wider adjustment range which will improve steering response. The shafts come titanium-nitride-coated for wear and a smooth movement and they include a set of shims and bushings.
Source: Roche [rocherc.com]
Kyosho’s Yuichi Kanai has announced the soon release of two gear differential sets for the MP9 and GT3 series of kits. The convenient packs do away with the need to buy all parts separately with the front/rear kits include the needed diff gear while the centre diff pack comes without main gear to let drivers choose the required size. All include hard-coated 7075 aluminium cross shafts for a low weight and to keep the oil cleaner for longer. The diff sets will hit stores soon.
