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VRP MBX8 torsional carbon fibre arm inserts

Posted: 21 Mar 2018 11:16 AM PDT

VRP have just released torsional carbon fibre arm inserts for the Mugen MBX8 buggy. These are much different than typical carbon arm inserts as rather than flexing torsionally, they flex length wise, from hinge pin to hinge pin. This will help the suspension arm flex correctly, keep them from twisting under load when accelerating/decelerating, yet allow them to flex with the squat of the chassis. Overall, they will give more traction and a consistent feel compared to regular carbon or plastic inserts, thanks to using directionally laid carbon fibre plates. The parts are machined in house at VRP in Houston, Texas and are available in 0.8mm, 1.0mm, and 1.2mm thicknesses.

Source: Vision Racing Products [visionracingproducts.com]

Zen Racing front end suspension balls w/O-ring

Posted: 21 Mar 2018 08:42 AM PDT

Designed to improve the front end damping on LMP or RXGT12 kits are 6mm front suspension balls from Zen Racing. The O-rings inside, held by a slot, increase 1/8th king pin dampening and they hold the chosen dampening fluid against the king pin for a more consistent feel.

Source: Zen Racing [zen-racing.co.uk]

Schumacher CAT L1 1/10th 4WD buggy kit

Posted: 21 Mar 2018 07:14 AM PDT

Schumacher have introduced their latest contender for the competitive 1/10th 4WD buggy class in the form of the CAT L1. Developed in cooperation with Schumacher’s World Class drivers Michal Orlowski and Jörn Neumann, the L1 features a 3-gear centre transmission for opposite motor rotation, improving agility and steering on high traction surfaces as a lightweight layshaft and side gears make for reduced rotational masses. In addition, small, low rotating mass gear differentials with 3-position height adjustment allow to fine-tune driveshaft plunge for mixed track conditions. Another drivetrain gizmo is the FAB Front Adjustable Brake System with larger 22 tooth pulleys as a pinned and centre-mounted motor mount makes for a low overall centre of gravity. The buggy builds on a new 7075 aluminium chassis – with vertical top decks – to which the updated suspension is attached. New to the L1 are updated geometry wishbones, new rear hub carriers featuring new vari-length wishbone and hub geometry as well as revised front pivot strap inserts for front track width adjustment and nd new 8°, 10°, or 12° front rake adjustment. New big bore shock absorbers and an AEROX body and wing round out the all-new package. The car, that was used in prototype stages by Michal Orlowski to sweep the EOS rounds in Germany and Slovakia, is set for a release in April.

New features:
– 3 Gear transmission for opposite motor rotation, improves agility and steering on high traction surfaces
– Lightweight layshaft and side gears
– Small, low rotating mass gear differentials. With 3 position height adjustment, to adjust for driveshaft plunge and mixed track conditions
– Durable polyurethane drivebelts
– FAB (Front Adjustable Brake System) with larger 22 tooth pulleys included
– Low CofG pinned and centre mounted motor mount
– Alloy front transmission housings with steering mounting for increased rigidity
– Alloy upper front housings with lower CofG
– Alloy rear lower transmission housings with improved belt tensioner
– Lighter alloy rear upper housings for low CofG
– Lightweight, twin pad slipper clutch with Ultra Fine adjustment spring
– Strong steel universal driveshafts with 5mm axles
– Hard anodised 12mm wheel hex
– Larger 5x11x4 layshaft and pulley bearings increase durability and precision
– Optional ball diff available
– Includes 33 super precision ball bearings

– Hard anodised 2mm 7075-T6 alloy chassis with 4mm carbon stiffeners
– Vertical top decks for increased linear flex
– Alloy floating servo mount pinned into the chassis
– Adjustable shorty locating system. Enables ultra precise fitment
– Multiple Ackerman position alloy centre track rod
– Cable management system for neater wire installs
– Lightweight battery posts
– Lower, smaller front bumper – housing front roll bar and suspension
– Front wing mount
– AEROX Body and wing
– Battery thumb screws
– Shorty and saddle LiPo compatible

– Wishbones with new improved geometry
– New geometry steering yokes
– Rear hub carrier. Featuring new vari-length wishbone and hub geometry
– Hub Carriers
– Stronger 3.5mm diameter front inboard pins
– Front pivot strap inserts for front track width adjustment. And new 8°, 10°, 12° front rake adjustment
– Anti Roll bars included with centralising collar
– Strong, rigid 4mm carbon fibre shock brackets
– Lightweight front shock tower cover to protect your car and the track from damage
– Front wheelbase adjustment for improved tuning

– Big bore shocks with big bore CORE springs, titanium nitride shafts, twin o-ring sealing, optimised shock body
– Ball mounted two piece shock cap for easier building, maintenance, vented option and lighter weight
– Threaded spring collars for better location

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

Hudy clamping aluminium servo horns

Posted: 21 Mar 2018 03:34 AM PDT

Hudy have introduced their new clamping aluminium servo horns. Machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and coming black anodised the heavy duty servo horns are available in offset 1-hole as well as standard 2 or 3-hole specification and for 23T, 24T or 25T spline servos. The special design allows to access the clamping screw from above, making installation in tight surroundings easy. In addition to looking the part the servo arms will also improve steering response compared to standard composite servo horns.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

Xray XT8 aluminium front suspension conversion

Posted: 21 Mar 2018 02:01 AM PDT

Coming from Xray and made for the XT8 1/8th truck is an aluminium front suspension conversion kit. The complete upgrade set includes items such as aluminium steering blocks, 16 degreed caster C-hubs, steel steering block pivot pins, composite C-hub bushings, alloy steering knuckle plates as well as ball cups, pivot balls and miscellaneous small parts. Using the parts will increase overall steering reaction, bump track handling, and durability all while making the truck easier to drive. The kit was used by Xray’s Ty Tessmann to win the ROAR Nats and it is available now.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

Pro-Line tease Slidejob 2.2” dirt oval tyre

Posted: 21 Mar 2018 01:40 AM PDT

Pro-Line Racing have released a first image of their forthcoming Slidejob 2.2” dirt oval tyre. It was specially developed for demanding dirt oval racing, comes as narrow front and wide her variant and will fit most 2.2” buggy wheels. More information will become available in time for the release.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

Merlin McFly personalised CF sandwich setup board

Posted: 21 Mar 2018 01:20 AM PDT

Germany’s Merlin Depta has released a carbon fibre sandwich setup board that can be personalised with a custom engraving. The board is made from highest grade U.S. sandwich carbon material, it measures 430x350x10mm and the total weight is only 380g which is perfect to take this one on the plane to go racing around the globe. The writing on the board is personalised with a premium engraving in German quality handcraftsmanship. For further information on the product, check Merlin’s “Merlin McFly” social media page here.

HNMC Rock Crawling Grand Opening – Report

Posted: 21 Mar 2018 12:54 AM PDT

The Herts Nitro Model Club held their Rock Crawling Grand Opening recently and despite the terrible weather, snow blowing in the wind with sub-zero temperatures, the club had throughout the day 25 to 30 die-hard rock crawlers and scalers in attendance. After long discussions over the last few years about building a rock crawling course, John Geaves at the end of 2017 said he would take the lead on this project. John had been to the Fairlop Rock Crawling course and enlisted the help of their course builder, Neil Smith. The plan was to cater for Rock Crawlers and Scale Crawlers. Materials landed on site and John and Neil set at a rate of knots building the course and within a couple of months it started to look impressive. Then with the help of CML Distribution, Herts RC Models and Logic RC the date for a grand opening was set. HNMC would like to say thank you to Jason Huntley from CML Distribution and Stewart Wilcox from Logic RC who provided demos all day. Also a big thank you to CML Distribution and Logic RC for their ongoing support. The club looks forward to more crawler open days and improving the course and if it becomes popular extending it further. For further information you can contact HNMC at [email protected].

T-Works MBX8 titanium lower shock mount pins

Posted: 21 Mar 2018 12:47 AM PDT

T-Works have introduced a set of lower titanium shock mount pins for the Mugen MBX8 buggy. The parts are machined from high-quality 64 Grade titanium and will replace the standard steel parts for items of lower weight and greater corrosion resistance. A machined groove helps with precise droop adjustment. The pins come in sets of four and are direct replacements.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]