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September 16, 2016

Yokomo DRA & DRC drift car tyres

Coming from Yokomo are two new tyres for 1/10th scale AWD and RWD drift cars. First up is the asphalt-specific DRA tyre made from polycarbonate. By reducing the weight of the tyre greater control and smoothness was achieved while cut shoulders give better fender clearance for that stylish, flush look. The second new tyre is the DRC moulded from HDPE and made for carpet and polished surfaces. An increased contact patch improves overall grip and performance. Both tyres are available in 4-piece sets with the DRA being selected as the control tyre for the FEMCA Cup that is held in the Yatabe Arena in October.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

September 16, 2016

Exotek RX2 LCG 190mm touring car bodyshell

Coming from Exotek is the RX2 LCG 190mm touring car bodyshell. Developed in cooperation with Golem, the body offers a design that promises aggressive and precise handling while also increasing corner speed due to an overall lower centre of gravity which was achieved by reducing the roof section thickness from 0.45mm down to 0.2mm. This makes for an overall lower weight without sacrificing the all important bumper and side skirt stiffness. As compensation for the more forward body position the body features larger and lower wing mounts to allow for a taller wing to be used while still complying with rule books. On top of this the wing mounts were reinforced for less flex and vibration and the default wing positions is 3mm further back for more effective downforce. The rear quarter panels have been narrowed as well for improved stability and to create less drag. The body is designed to meet IFMAR GBS rules and it comes unpainted, including rear anti-body tuck supports, wing, standard wing mounting hardware, stickers and window masks.

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September 15, 2016

Trinity Monster Horsepower Spec brushless motors

Trinity have introduced their new Monster Horsepower Spec brushless motor for 10.5T to 21.5T stock class racing. It features an aluminium based sensor board for true sensor alignment, 2mm copper solder tabs, a thermal stator coating for improved heat dissipation and a new rotor design that benefits both RPM and torque. A redesigned turbine-style vented nose pice and new high-temperature wire coating round out the features list. The motor is available in 10.5T, 13.5T, 17.5T and 21.5T specification with modified variants to follow soon.

Source: Trinity [trinityrc.net]

September 15, 2016

Team Corally SSX-8 1/8th electric on-road car – Teaser

Team Corally have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming 1/8th scale 4WD electric on-road kit. By the looks of things the belt-driven car is of a simple design with a multi-deck carbon fibre chassis, a basic, damper-less front and rear suspension and loads of space for the battery and electronics. More information and images will become available in the coming days.

Source: Team Corally [corally.com]

September 15, 2016

Mugen MTX-6R 1/10th 200mm nitro touring car

Seen for the first time in pre-production stages at the recent IFMAR 1/10th 200mm Nitro Touring Car World Championships, Mugen have now officially introduced their latest top-of-the-foodchain 200mm nitro touring car kit. The MTX-6R sports many improvements and refinements in the suspension and steering areas, starting with a new chassis that allows to easily mount two centre weights to improve stability. The chassis also has improved rigidity that makes the car precise while increasing rear traction. The kit is also outfitted with a new thickened bulkhead brace to help with rear-end stability. The new upper rear bulkhead allows to use a longer upper arm to improve stability and the new front and rear lower arms are made with a new material to improve steering response and durability. Also part of the package is a new front shock tower that is stronger for improved stability while corning. Last but not least comes a new front bumper that helps to adjust the weight balance of the vehicle.

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September 15, 2016

Tamiya release new TA07 option parts

Coming from Tamiya and made for the TA07 4WD touring car are several new option parts such as a front 1-way, an aluminium servo mount and aluminium motor mount posts. Starting with the 1-way, using the unit improves acceleration and corner speed at the expense of slightly less braking performance. The 1-way includes a 37T belt pulley, it is compatible with all TA07 Pro cars and it is recommended especially for stock racing classes.

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September 14, 2016

Max Power XP3.9 World Edition .12 nitro engine

Coming from Max Power is the XP3.9 World Edition .12 nitro on-road engine. Built to the same specifications as used by the Max Power factory team at the recent IFMAR World Championships in Gubbio, the engine features a new crankcase with under head cut-outs to keeping compression more consistent, it comes with a new 3-port liner and CNC-machined piston for improved top speed and it utilises a dual tungsten-balanced and silicone-filled 11.9mm crankshaft. The specifications are rounded out by a US-made ceramic main bearing and a new 6-ribs silver-anodised cooling head.

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September 14, 2016

Fenix wide spur gears, titanium axle shaft & king pins

Fenix wide spur gears, titanium axle shafts & king pins

Fenix have introduce new wide spur gears for their formula gear differential, a titanium rear axle shaft as well as titanium kingpins for the Mistral kit. Starting with the spur gears, they are of a refined design with a wider gear portion to allow for easier axle shaft offset spacing while maintaining a proper main gear and pinion mesh. Properly used the gears last twice as long as the pinion gear can be run in an inner and outer position.

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