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ProTek Silicon Graphene HV LiPo batteries

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 10:13 AM PST

ProTek have introduced their new Silicon Graphene HV LiPo battery packs. Made from 100C LiHV cells the packs offer a lower internal resistance and improved efficiency which results in lower operation temperatures, better runtimes, increased voltage and doubled charge cycles. Ideal for 17.5 racers the batteries are lighter and can be charged at rates up to 10C and they available are ten different configurations to support all popular forms of electric R/C racing. There are three shorty packs, a new low CG touring car pack, as well as several 4S and 2S stick packs.

Source: ProTek [protekrc.com]

Xray XB4 2017 1/10th 4WD buggy kit

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 09:08 AM PST

Xray have made their IFMAR World Championship winning XB4 platform future-ready with the introduction of the 2017 edition. The kit features updates to details such as the floating servo mount that allows for left and right hand servo mounting. The multi-piece part is made up using an inner aluminium bracket and a swappable carbon fibre upper plate and its design does not interfere the natural flex of the aluminium chassis.

Next up is a new carbon fibre rear chassis brace that attaches to the rear composite material chassis backbone, with the carbon part making for added stability while allowing to adjust the rear chassis flex using Xray’s Multi-Flex technology. Another new carbon fibre part is the 3.5mm front shock tower that offers additional shock mounting positions for added fine-tuning ability. Also part of the updated suspension package are precision-moulded 2×1.6mm and 2×1.7mm Delrin shock pistons and also shorter shock springs that allow for better ride height adjustment especially when racing a reduced ground clearance on high-bite carpet tracks. The updated suspension package is rounded out by a set of hard-compound lower A-arms, caster blocks and rear hubs all of which add stability in high-grip conditions while also upping corner speeds.

New with the 2017 variant of the XB4 are also ultra-lightweight 12mm 7075-T6 aluminium wheel hubs. The clamping design parts securely stay in place even when the wheels are off while the precision machining reduces wheel wobble. New for 2017 are also updated 12mm hex rims that are moulded using a specially-formulated material for improved grip and exceptional durability. The package is rounded out by new hard composite chassis side guards that allow the use of hook and loop tape to mount the bodyshell for improved dust and dirt protection.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

JConcepts 8ight 4.0 S2 bodyshell

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 08:29 AM PST

Made for TLR’s 8ight 4.0 buggy is JConcepts’s latest Silencer S2 bodyshell. Influenced by JC’s S2 1/10th buggy bodies the 1/8th scale variant sports a forward cab, low-profile stance with channeled roof and rear stabilizing fin. The front of the pods have a deep pocketed “force-bars” which have shown to channel some air in a much needed forward position while also providing a more rigid feel to the body. The low-profile side-pods whisk over the electrics and step where necessary, but its the rear wicker section that improves rear-end grip and tightens up the handling. The unique engine compartment adds some innovation to the design and the prefect resting place for the engine head. The channeling directs the air just along the engine and cooling head while still maintaining a very structured look. The clear body set includes window masks and a decal sheet and it is a direct fit to the 4.0.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

RDRP Xray 1/10th Titanium Shock Mounts

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 07:29 AM PST

Made for Xray’s line of 1/10th scale off-road vehicles are Revolution Design Racing Products’s new titanium shock mounts. The 1-piece mounts are a direct replacement for the kit’s steel parts and they greatly reduce the overall weight thanks to the lightweight titanium material. With the lower weight in one of the highest areas of the vehicles the parts also improve the handling especially in high-bite conditions while allowing for fast and convenient setup changes at the same time. The mounts come in sets of two and they are suitable for both the front and the rear shocks.

Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]

Samix SCX10 II aluminium C-hubs

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 07:05 AM PST

Samix have introduced a set of aluminium C-hubs for Axial’s SCX10 II off-road kits. Machined from high-quality material and coming in the three colour choices of green, black and gun metal, the parts help to add durability and visual impact as they replace the standard composite parts. Laser-etched with Samix logos the hubs are direct replacements and they are available now.

Source: Samix [rcsamix.com]

Serpent Pro Shock 1/10th buggy shock absorbers

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 05:58 AM PST

Coming from Serpent and made for the company’s Spyder range of 1/10th 2WD and 4WD off-road buggies are the Pro Shock absorbers. They utilise threaded and hard-coated aluminium bodies, emulsion and membrane-type aluminium shock caps as well as machined 2×1.3mm pistons and TiNi-coated shock shafts. Also included are machined spacers and pre-oiled X-rings. The dampers are available for the front and the rear end in sets of two.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

Fenix Extra Mile High oil & Black Syrup grease

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 03:07 AM PST

Fenix Racing have two new chemicals available in the form of the Extra Mile High ball bearing oil and Black Syrup thrust bearing grease. Starting with the oil, the chemical is a genuine aircraft-grade lubricant, usually used in high-speed turbines. The synthetic oil is oxidation and corrosion inhibited and shows great stability in low and high temperatures. It comes in a 10ml bottle with needle applicator for precise application. Also new is the high-grade Moly-based Black Syrup thrust bearing grease. It is ideal for all high-pressure applications and thus not only usable with thrust races but also driveshafts, gears and more. Last but not least comes a 12ml syringe with curved tip that can be filled with your choice of oils or greases. The curved applicator helps to easily rear almost any area of an RC car.

Source: Fenix Racing [fenix-racing.com]

3DRC B6 diff oil reminder plates

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 02:38 AM PST

Coming from 3DRC are these handy diff oil reminder plates for the Team Associated B6 platform. Ideal for drivers that lost their latest setup sheet the plates help to indicate the currently used diff oil viscosity as they are simply attached to the rear camber mount brace using the existing screws. The set includes ten plates for 1,000 to 10,000 fluids and it is available through 3DRC’s Shapeways store.

Source: 3DRC [shapeways.com]

Serpent sign Felix Law

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 01:54 AM PST

Serpent have announced the signing of Felix Law to their Asian team. One of the friendliest and loudest in the pits, Felix, also known as “More Powa” will be driving both on-road and off-road classes throughout Asia. With the knowledge of multi-platform racing Felix will also support all Serpent customers and stage some race clinics too. Felix has the following to say about the deal:

After a long thinkover, I have finally decided to join Team Serpent for upcoming seasons and start this exciting adventure. I have to thank Serpent and Mr. Lau for giving me the chance to work with Team Serpent to expand all of their upcoming projects and ideas. For anyone out there, feel free I contact me on Facebook if you have any question, I will do my best to help.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

Ryan Lutz wins Pro Nitro Buggy at 2016 Fall Brawl

Posted: 07 Dec 2016 01:19 AM PST

The 2016 edition of the popular Fall Brawl race was held this past weekend at Badlands in Myrtle Beach with over 550 entries. The track was very fast overall with lap times dipping to 21 seconds and the surface stayed very smooth. The conditions however were ever changing and the paramount tire choice was the hardest part of the racing. In Pro Nitro Buggy Mugen’s Cole Ogden would take the overall TQ from Tekno RC’s Ryan Lutz. Main day Sunday started at 7am and the program was shortened throughout with shorter mains so the organisers and driver could try to beat the incoming rain. The A-main started and Ryan Lutz crashed after shorting the first double and fell to 9th on the first lap. He quickly moved up to 4th and then both third and second let him by as he came up on them and Lutz set his sights on Ogden who was 5 seconds up. A couple laps later Cole got into a crash and Ryan just moved past him into the lead. Ogden eventually had to come in for a tire change as his was coming unglued so now Ryan worked up a 5 second lead ahead of Noah Dickerson about 7 minutes in and that seemed to be the same cushion for the next 10 minutes as Noah stayed on Ryan’s pace. After the last stop though Ryan suddenly had a 14 second lead and eventually he found himself right behind Noah on the last two laps. Lutz wanted to put him a lap down and he knew Noah wanted to stay on same lap and Dickerson fought him off hard and Lutz couldn’t get past and so Ryan Lutz came home with just under a lap victory from Noah Dickerson (Mugen) second and Griffin Hanna (Serpent) third while top qualifier, Cole Ogden had to settle for fourth overall.

Source: Ryan Lutz [facebook.com]