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May 20, 2014

HPI D-Box 2 stability control system

HPI introduce the D-Box 2 adjustable stability system for virtually every radio controlled car. Although aimed for the use in drift cars, the gyro can also be used in nitro and electric on-road and off-road vehicles as it improves vehicle control on slippery surfaces. Based on the experience gained with the original D-Box, the follow-up device offers four different settings to adjust the gyro sensitivity for perfect vehicle control without loosing steering response or gyro support. The device is simply connected between the steering servo and receiver, measures around 26.5x27x10mm and weights in at 9.5g. Before using the D-Box at a race meeting please check with the rules as tracks do not allow the use of gyros for fairness reasons.

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May 20, 2014

New KM K8 & H-K1 option parts

KM Racing have new option parts for the K8 1/8th and H-K1 Evo2 1/10th 200mm car available. Starting with the K8, first up are two new anti-roll bar stopper sets. Available for 3.0mm and 2.5mm wires, the parts are CNC-machined from hard-coated 7075-T6 aluminium and designed to precisely hold the swaybar wire in place. Laser-etched size markings make identification easy. Also new and made for the K8 are hard-coated 7075-T6 20T and 16T pinion gears, a 29T plastic pulley gear with washer and a 48T rear pulley gear. The parts help to adapt the K8’s gear ratio.

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May 19, 2014

Xceed bearing size tool

New from Xceed comes this bearing size tool. The stepped design allows to measure the inner diameter of metric bearing from 2mm up to 15mm and it also help to hold ball races in place during cleaning or lubing. The tool is made from machined aluminium and comes in Xceed’s signature green anodising.

Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]

May 19, 2014

Capricorn LAB C801 & C02 heavy battery plates

Capricorn introduce three new battery plates for the LAB C801 and C02 nitro on-road cars. Coming in different thicknesses and thus weights, the plates will become available as 2mm (85g), 2.5mm (103g) and 3mm (123g) variant all of which are made from a special alloy copper and tungsten material. The parts help to fine-tune the overall weight and centre of gravity of the cars by adding weight at the lowest possible point of the chassis.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

May 17, 2014

MIP SC10/T4 Pucks Shiny drive system

MIP’s Pucks Shiny drive system is now available for the SC10 & T4 trucks. Made from steel, retaining the same overall weight that you are used to with your steel OEM drivetrain, these give you the added benefit of MIP Pucks that are fully serviceable. No longer will diff outdrives and CV bones wear simultaneously, with the puck system all that is needed to change are the Pucks when necessary meaning your drivetrain stays fresher longer. This added benefit equates to less money, less time off the track for rebuilds, and keeps your vehicle more competitive.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

May 17, 2014

Sonic X.21 & X.21-FT on-road engines

Sonic Nitro Engines has released the latest version of their successful .21 engine. After extensive tests in cooperation with some of the worlds fastest drivers the Sonic X.21 engines feature the latest long stroke design offering more low and mid range power while keeping the fuel economy on a very good level. While the timing was optimized to the 16% Nitro rules, the greatest innovation is the domed top of the piston. Equipped with a 7+2 sleeve with “teardrop” work and a lightened CNC machined piston made of high percentage silicone alloy the X.21 engines sport a balanced lightweight 14mm turbo crankshaft with silicone insert to lower the rotating mass and reduce inner turbulences while the optimized backplate in the “factory-tuned” version improves the fuel flow further more.

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May 16, 2014

Xceed 1/8th & 1/10th wheel balancers

Available now from Xceed are there new wheel balancers for 1/8th off-road, 1/8th on-road and 1/10th on-road tyres. They are built around a sturdy aluminium base that can be disassembled for storage and transportation purposes. The main balancer shaft is made from spring steel and rests on ball races for super true running. Included with each balancer comes a fabric pouch to keep all parts together during storage.

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May 16, 2014

LRP introduce updated Pulsar Touch charger

LRP’s popular Pulsar Touch DC charger received a small update in the form of a new UV light resistant case, updated discharge cut-off voltage settings and an additional EHR to XHR balancer adapter. The updated case will prevent the charger from becoming unsightly due to sun bleaching while the new cut-off values will prevent LiXX batteries from becoming deep discharged. The additional balancer adapter on the other hand improves the compatibility to all commonly used LiXX packs. Otherwise the charger, whose first version was released back in 2010, remains unchanged.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]