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Exotek SC10 4X4 LCG Alloy Chassis
After showing us a prototype in October, Exotek Racing have released the production version of their Alloy LCG Chassis for the Associated SC10 4X4. It’s intended to improve the handling of the truck by lowering the CG and adding a bit of mass. You can fit standard sized Li-Po’s but a Carbon Fibre saddle pack mount is currently in development, and as promised it’s anodized [...]
- 11/8/2011
- 10:26 pm
- Exotek Racing
- By: Big Squid Staff
Futaba High Voltage Servos
Futaba have released three new High Voltage servos, of which two should be of interest to the car and truck guys. The new S9352HV and S9353HV servos both have the same s/0.06 speed and humungous 306 oz/in torque, but the difference is the S9353HV boasts a full metal case for extra durability. The BLS256HV servo is intended for helicopter rudder use, as it significantly lighter [...]
- 11/2/2011
- 5:59 pm
- Futaba
New Products - By: Big Squid Staff
Duratrax Deluxe XL Field Bag
If you’ve got a ton of stuff to haul to your bashes, Duratrax have a new bag that should hold the whole lot comfortably. The Deluxe XL Field Bag is a generous 27″ long and 14″ wide, meaning it’s big enough for the biggest of short course trucks and 1/8 buggies, and theres plenty of room for spares and your radio [...]
Duratrax Camber Gauge
Duratrax have recently released a Camber Gauge, a useful tool if you like to keep the camber on your ride’s wheels in check. It can measure camber from 10° positive to 10° negative, and you can have it in any color you want as long as it’s black for a mere $5.49! Check out the Duratrax Website for details.
Axial SCX10 Dingo Kit
Axial now carry a kit version on their SCX10 Dingo. You get a ton of cool stuff included in the kit, including aluminum suspension links, metal driveshafts, a slipper clutch and threaded piggy-back shocks! And of course being a SCX10 chassis, it should be as tough as nails! Street price will be under $250, and it should be available in time [...]
- 10/28/2011
- 7:40 pm
- Axial
New Products - By: Big Squid Staff
Hudy Double-Sided Hardware Box
If you like to keep your hardware organised, then Hudy’s Double-Sided Hardware Box is ideal for you! It’s got 10 fixed compartments and 16 smaller adjustable compartments for all types of rc hardware, and it’s also decorated with cool Hudy graphics.Head over to the Hudy Website for details.
Castle Creations CapPack
This cool little device from Castle Creations called the “CapPack” is designed for use in high powered electric vehicles, where batteries may suffer from voltage drop under severe load – this capacitor bank will give you that bit of extra go under accelleration. At $24.95, it costs a whole lot less than a new battery pack!Head over to the Castle Website for full details.
Exotek Associated SC10 4×4 LCG chassis
Exotek have posted a few pictures of a prototype work of art LCG chassis for the Associated SC10 4×4. The chassis adds 5oz to the overall weight of the truck, but this weight is low down to impove handling and grip. The pictures shown are only of a prototype but the final product, ETA 7th November, will have a hard anodized gun metal [...]
- 10/25/2011
- 8:25 pm
- Exotek Racing
- By: Big Squid Staff
Associated RC8.2E Factory Team
Team Associated have now released an electric version of their RC8.2 FT kit – the RC8.2E Factory Team. It includes a ton of shiny aluminum bling, including Big Bore hard-anodized threaded shocks with Ti-Ni coated shafts, 7075 driveshafts, 7075 steering knuckles, suspension mounts and a cool sliding motor mount for easy adjustment. To top it all off, a slick JConcepts Punisher [...]
- 10/25/2011
- 7:55 pm
- JConcepts
Team Associated - By: Big Squid Staff
Novak Ballistic Vented Endbells
Want more speed and lower operating temperatures from your 540 Ballistic motor? Novak’s got you covered with this Vented Endbell kit, which includes both the front and rear endbells as well as oversised bearings.You can get your hands on a kit in November, so keep an eye on the Novak Website for details
- 10/24/2011
- 2:56 pm
- Novak
- By: Big Squid Staff
Novak Eiger ESC’s and Combos
Novak have released two new ESC’s called the Eiger and the Eiger Pro. Both of them are 2-3 cell lipo capable, weigh only 18.1 grams, and have a 40% smaller footprint than Rooster ESC’s. The Eiger has a built-in 2A BEC, whereas the Eiger Pro includes Novak’s 3A BEC module. They are designed to fit inside crawlers, hence why combos are available with [...]
- 10/24/2011
- 2:36 pm
- Novak
RC Rock Crawling - By: Big Squid Staff
Vampire Racing SR1 ESC’s
Vampire Racing have announced that their SR1 and SR1 Plus esc’s which were first shown at the Nuremberg toy fair are now available for purchase. The ESC can handle motors down to 3.5t and either 1s or 2s lipo packs. They are equipped with something called “Power Timing System”. All you need to know about it is that it means you [...]
- 10/22/2011
- 1:53 pm
- Vampire Racing
- By: Big Squid Staff
HPI Savage XS Bodyshells
HPI Racing recently announced a couple of sweet looking shells for the Savage XS. Both the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and Chevtrolet El-Camino SS bodies come with decals and masks, and are made from durable 0.030″ polycarbonate. More info is available on the HPI website here and here.
- 10/22/2011
- 1:22 pm
- HPI Racing
- By: Big Squid Staff
HPI Mini-Trophy Toyota Ivan Stewart Shell
If you fancy making your HPI Mini-Trophy look a little more original, then this retro replica of Ivan Stewart’s 1997 Toyota Baja truck is just what the doctor ordered! It comes pre-painted in the original color scheme, complete with decals: awesome! Check out the HPI Racing website for more information.
Caster Racing Short Course Teaser!
Caster Racing have sent us a very small teaser picture of what looks like a short course truck! We’ve been told that it will be based on their 4wd buggy platform, so option parts will be plentiful. ZOMGWTFBBQ We’re looking forward to the release!Keep an eye on the Caster Racing website for more details.
