Black Fabrica have introduced their new stainless steel funnel as a compliment to any fluid filling tasks, including filling traction additive applicator bottles. The funnel measures a width of 39mm, a height of 49mm and a depth of 39mm, it is resistant to many chemicals and traction additives that are popularly used and it is thus easily cleaned and reusable.
Coming from Merlin Fuel is a new line of silicone shock absorber and gear differential fluids. Developed and produced by Merlin Fuel the fluids are of a very high quality to ensure reliable shock and differential action and they are available in 80ml bottles in viscosities of 100cSt to 950cSt for the shock oils and as 1.000cSt to 100.000cSt diff oil variants.
Source: Merlin Fuel [merlinfuel.com]
Hiro Seiko have introduced two new titanium screw sets for the Infinity 1/8th nitro on-road kit as well as Xray’s new GTX8. Both contain high-quality titanium screws with the Infinity set including 153 fasteners while the GTX8 set contains 147 pieces. Using the sets will scrub a good amount of weight while also making for improved visual impact.
Coming from Arrowmax is the new 7.6V 6200mAh LiHV low-profile battery pack. Built from high-performance 55C/110C high-voltage Lithium-Polymer cells the battery offers an increased nominal voltage of 7.6V and it can be charged up to a charge end voltage of 8.7V or 4.35V per cell. Even when used with the standard, and often mandatory 8.4V or 4.2V per cell setting, it offers a flatter discharge curve, meaning more power towards the end of the run. The pack utilises 5mm tube-type connectors and it is available now.
Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]
Coming from VP-Pro is the new GT03 body shell for 1/8th scale GT cars. It is moulded from tough 1.2mm polycarbonate and its long hood and roof section are meant to provide exceptional downforce and stability which is further helped by the large rear wing. The 310mm wide body fits most GT cars with a wheelbase of around 333mm and it is available soon.
Source: VP-Pro [vp-racing.com]
Following a first teaser image SWorkz have released another preview for their forthcoming S35-GTE 1/8th electric GT kit. Based off of the latest S35-3 buggy platform the car will make use of the same suspension components as the off-road kit although shocks and chassis will be on-road specifications. More information and all images will become available in time for the release that is scheduled for this May.
Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]
Coming soon from Xtreme Aerodynamics is the all-new Diablo 1/8th on-road body shell. The completely new body is not part of Xtreme Aerodynamics’ popular R18 family, hence the new name. The lid will hit stores in regular 1mm and lightweight 0.75mm thickness variants and all information and images will become available in time for the release.
Source: Xtreme Aerodynamics [xtremeaerodynamics.com]
Yokomo have introduced their new Racing Performer 6000mAh LCG LiPo battery pack. Made from high-quality 70C/140C cells the battery offers low internal resistance and thus maximum voltage and punch, making it ideal for both Modified and Stock racing classes. On top of this does the low centre of gravity design make for less chassis rolling in corners which can result in faster lap times.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
