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XRAY RX8E’26 All-new options – Half 1
- The all-new chassis design options new flex traits & lowered CG
- All-new chassis makes use of M4 screws all through, for fast and dependable meeting and upkeep
- The rear strong axle & entrance one-way outdrives are lightened to scale back drivetrain rotational mass
- The entrance aluminum one-way axle is now onerous coated for improved sturdiness & reliability
- CVD rear driveshafts are matched to the light-weight aluminum wheel axles and tremendous light-weight rear strong axle
- Rear gear shaft has been strategically lightened to scale back rotating mass, and warmth handled for max lifespan
- All-new 3 ball-bearing geared up entrance belt tensioner improve reliability and forestall belt skipping
- Entrance left aluminum bulkhead options stronger M4 set screw muffler mount for extra safety
- Aluminum 2nd pace shaft stand permits for attachment of the carbon plate for the center belt tensioner
- The aluminum rear decrease arm holder now options M4 screws for extra dependable and safe set up
- The brand new carbon radio plate incorporates a distinctive flex system with two flex options
- The brand new radio plate makes use of a laydown steering servo configuration to decrease CG
- One-piece aluminum servo holder guarantee dependable mounting of the servo onto the radio plate
- The servo saver stand makes use of a metal washer and centering bushing to regulate entrance flex
- Entrance center shaft holder options built-in ball-bearing geared up belt tensioners for the entrance belt.
- The rear higher arm is prolonged for improved ball joint assist.
XRAY RX8’26 All-new options – Half 2
- The one piece carbon downstop limiters are mounted instantly onto the entrance arm for extra exact downstop adjustment and diminished unsprung weight
- Carbon shock mounts have been redesigned to be tremendous light-weight to scale back unsprung mass
- The redesigned higher arm holder incorporates a information for the ball-bearing geared up physique holder
- Rear physique holder is now ball-bearing geared up for close to friction-less operation
- The carbon rear shock absorber holder options new shock positions that improves the steadiness of the automotive
- The entrance carbon higher bracket is mounted to heart stand for independently shifting bumper holder that won’t deform in crashes
- Carbon steering plates are tremendous gentle and powerful to scale back unsprung mass and enhance reliability
- Tighter fitment of the aluminium anti-roll bar collars into the ball-bearings permits for extra exact operation of the anti-roll system
- Entrance and rear ball joints for anti-roll bars are improved for extra exact anti-roll bar operation
- The aluminum D-shaped clamp permits for collision-free motion of the anti-roll bar on the entrance axle
- All shock absorbers make the most of shorter decrease ball joints which strikes shocks nearer to the wheels, for an improved stability of the automotive
- The brand new motor mount is redesigned for improved stability utilizing M4 screws and helps a top-mounted 40mm cooling fan
- The bigger gear service minimizes gear protrusion from the motor mount for higher safety and integration
- A brilliant light-weight aluminum pulley adapter is used to scale back rotating mass
- The prolonged rear layshaft offsets the middle belt for medium-size batteries and is lightened to decrease rotating mass
- The prolonged entrance layshaft additionally offsets the middle belt and fits medium-size battery setups
- Aluminum spacer bushings are included for the prolonged entrance and rear layshafts to make sure correct fitment
Philosophy.
On the coronary heart of XRAY’s philosophy is a agency dedication to perfection in engineering, design, efficiency and assist… all made potential by state-of-the-art in-house manufacturing. The RX8 is the epitome of perfection that’s typical for XRAY.
Dipl. Eng. Juraj Hudy
XRAY Chief Designer
Chassis.
The all-new chassis design options new flex traits and makes use of M4 screws all through for snug & dependable meeting. The milled-out sides of the chassis permit for a laydown servo mounting configuration, for the bottom potential CG. Due to the general considerably lowered CG of the electronics, the automotive is extra dynamic and has improved cornering pace.
Drive Practice.
The entrance and rear aluminum CVD wheel axles are machined from 7075 T6 hard-coated aluminum to scale back rotating weight and enhance drivetrain effectivity, whereas the entrance one-way axle is designed for enhanced sturdiness, and each the rear strong axle and entrance outdrives of the one-way axle are lightened for additional weight discount and improved acceleration.
Rear Transmission
The brand new rear layshaft is prolonged to align with the middle belt offset, particularly designed for medium-size batteries, and is strategically lightened to attenuate rotating mass.
The big gear service has been redesigned to make sure the gear protrudes as little as potential from the motor mount, enhancing integration and safety.
Precision-machined aluminum spacer bushings are included for each the entrance and rear layshafts to accommodate their elevated lengths.
Moreover, a brilliant light-weight aluminum pulley adapter is fastidiously machined to additional cut back rotating mass and improve drivetrain effectivity.
Steering Blocks.
The steering block extensions at the moment are carbon machined, are tremendous gentle and powerful, which reduces unsprung weight, and improves reliability. The steering blocks are molded from a tough composite combination to maintain suspension geometry constant and to supply stability and accuracy.
Rear Shock Geometry.
The redesigned rear shock geometry options shorter shock absorbers mounted additional exterior the wheel for elevated stability, with uprights machined to permit for brand spanking new carbon shock mounting extensions that cut back unsprung weight.
Entrance Suspension.
The entrance suspension options all-new shock mount extensions positioned additional exterior the wheel for enhanced stability, with one-piece carbon downstop limiting components mounted instantly on the entrance arm for extra exact changes whereas decreasing unsprung weight.
The redesigned entrance anti-roll bars have a brand new form for improved operation, together with tighter aluminum collars within the ball-bearings for extra exact operate and an aluminum D-profile clamp that facilitates collision-free motion of the anti-roll bar.
Rear Higher Suspension.
Redesigned higher arm holder incorporates a information for the ball-bearing geared up physique holder. The rear higher arm has been prolonged for improved ball joint steering. Rear physique holder is now ball-bearing geared up for tremendous {smooth} & friction-less operation.
Belt Tensioners & Engine Mounts.
The all-new ball-bearing geared up belt tensioners improve reliability and forestall belt skipping, that includes a entrance tensioner for correct belt rigidity and two facet tensioners for max free operation with minimal resistance.
The entrance layshaft stand contains an built-in ball-bearing tensioner and a carbon plate for the facet belt, whereas the redesigned aluminum stand for the 2nd pace shaft provides an attachment for the center tensioner.
The brand new aluminum engine mounts are strengthened for extra dependable engine mounting to the chassis plate.
Radio Tray.
The redesigned radio tray helps two battery sizes, accommodating mid-size batteries by default and permitting quick batteries to be put in utilizing the included extra holders.
An built-in cable organizer will be mounted to the tray for clear and environment friendly cable administration. The entrance part of the tray options adjustable bushings that allow fine-tuning of the Multi-Flex settings.
Multi-Flex System.
The distinctive carbon radio plate incorporates a brand new flex system that allows fast changes between smooth and stiff settings for fine-tuning dealing with; stiff flex is achieved by securing all rear screws, whereas smooth flex is attained by eradicating two screws behind the gasoline tank, and the radio plate permits for exchanging bushings above the servo saver to alternate between a hard and fast or versatile entrance half, adjusting the general flex degree of the automotive, supported by new aluminum radio plate stands designed to boost the multi-flex system.
Electronics Plate.
The all-new light-weight aluminum electronics plate permits for fast and handy pace controller modifications. It’s mounted on a brand new light-weight carbon heart chassis plate and incorporates a precision-milled pocket to additional cut back weight with out compromising power.
Servo Holders.
The brand new radio plate & one-piece alu servo holder permit for a laydown steering servo configuration to decrease CG.
Servo Saver.
The servo saver stand is redesigned and makes use of a metal washer and centering bushing to regulate entrance flex. The centering bushing is accessible in fastened or versatile various. The versatile centering bushing permits the radio plate to flex whereas fastened centering bushing removes entrance radio plate flex.
Bumper.
The entrance carbon higher brace is mounted to the middle stand, permitting the bumper holder to maneuver independently and prevents extreme deformation in crashes.
The entrance decrease bumper options further physique mount positions to suit all in style racing our bodies. The aluminum entrance physique posts use eccentric mounting for entrance/rear mounting positions.
Some data proven under could embody particulars from earlier kits or from the nitro model, and it might differ barely from present equipment specs.
Bulkheads.
New entrance left aluminum bulkhead options stronger M4 set screw mounting of the muffler, for a safer and dependable mounting. The aluminum stand for 2nd pace shaft was redesigned and contains attachment of the carbon plate for the center belt tensioner. Rear suspension holder was additionally redesigned and is mounted with M4 set screw for safe mounting.
Entrance Bulkheads.
The decrease profile of the entrance bulkheads permits the radio tray to sit down decrease for improved CG. The higher shock mount place can be built-in into the bulkhead eliminating the necessity for a separate shock tower and creates a further flex adjustment for the entrance suspension utilizing included cross brace. The revolutionary entrance higher shock mounting system installs the entrance shocks on to the higher clamps utilizing shims for setup changes.
Entrance Higher Arm Holders.
The light-weight entrance higher arm holder options a further flex setting by connecting the holder to the entrance bulkhead from the facet to strengthen the meeting. The higher arm holders use the smaller eccentric bushings and spacing shims from the NT1 for a extra compact design to create the area to decrease the radio tray top and cut back the general CG.
Receiver Field.
The receiver field was utterly redesigned. The brand new light-weight form is ultra-compact and will be positioned as little as potential and nearer to the chassis centerline for higher weight distribution.
Suspension Holders.
The rear suspension holders are mounted with 2 massive screws as a substitute of 4 small screws for max reliability. The holders’ lowest place may be very low, to assist generate probably the most quantity of traction when wanted. The chassis gives satisfactory clearance for this low place. The rear wheelbase setting is adjusted by shifting the higher and decrease arms alongside the lengthy suspension holder pins.
Lengthy rear suspension holder pins for higher and decrease suspension permit shifting the place of the rear arms for a rear wheelbase adjustment.
The entrance & rear decrease suspension holders are absolutely unbiased from the bulkheads, mounting on to the chassis to maximise traction and make the automotive simpler to drive.
The suspension mounts are CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum to supply the lightest & strongest framework for the automotive.
Pivot Balls.
New longer entrance decrease pivot balls are used to offset the narrower entrance suspension pivot level and retain full width changes.
The RX8E pivot ball suspension comprises precision pivot balls which might be specifically hardened to higher face up to harsh crashes and prolong their lifespan. A complete of eight (8) pivot balls are included and are captured by sturdy M10 composite nuts to attenuate weight and provides {smooth} suspension motion.
Rear Uprights.
The rear uprights are molded from a tough composite combination to keep up correct suspension geometry and to supply most stability and accuracy.
The onerous composite combination used for the rear uprights retains geometry constant even within the harsh monitor circumstances present in 1/8 racing. This gives most stability and accuracy.
The small, compact rear uprights are very sturdy because of this particular composite combination. Due to excellent molding, bearings match into the rear uprights with none further play, giving most stability and dealing with.
The rear uprights can use the non-compulsory carbon aerodynamic disks that may improve rear traction and stability in high-speed corners.
The rear uprights function two simply adjustable higher roll heart positions which might be used for traction adjustment. The uprights additionally function two physique mount adjustment positions relying on the kind of physique used. Quick and lengthy pivot ball joints are additionally included for optimum set-up adjustment.
Entrance Anti-roll Bars.
To enhance out of the field efficiency in all customary racing circumstances, the selection of the anti-roll bars was revised with the entrance 2.4mm and rear 2.6mm anti-roll bars and acceptable roll bar bushing sizes.
The anti-roll bars have a form to match the bearing bushings. Mounting the fastened entrance anti-roll barholders with out the eccentric bushing makes the down-stops simpler to set.
Rear Anti-roll Bars.
To enhance out of the field efficiency in all customary racing circumstances, the selection of the anti-roll bars was revised with the entrance 2.4mm and rear 2.6mm anti-roll bars and acceptable roll bar bushing sizes.
The anti-roll bars have a form to match the bearing bushings. Mounting the fastened entrance anti-roll bar holders with out the eccentric bushing makes the down-stops simpler to set.
PUR® Drive Belts.
To extend the reliability and power, the rear drive practice incorporates a broad 9mm PUR belt. The PUR®-reinforced high-efficiency low-friction drive belts be certain that energy is correctly and effectively transferred to all drivetrain components.
Shock Absorbers.
Shock our bodies are CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum and hardened to make sure most lifespan. Exterior effective threading permits for fast & straightforward trip top adjustment. The shocks function low-profile membranes for super-smooth, exact damping.
The set of pistons contains 2- and 3-hole pistons with 1.0, 1.1, and 1.2mm diameter holes. The pistons are precision molded from particular Delrin™ materials to make sure excellent roundness for extra-smooth dampening, whereas sustaining most stiffness and sturdiness.
Shock Springs.
To offer an ideal feeling out of the field for most traditional monitor circumstances, the included shock springs are the C7.5 springs in entrance, and C5.6 for the rear. The C7.5 gives most stability, and on the similar time extra steering into the nook.
The RX8 springs, like all the opposite XRAY springs, are manually measured, chosen, and matched into pairs to ensure exactly equal size and rigidity traits.
Wheelbase.
New rear aluminum bulkheads have a 2mm wheelbase adjustment for the decrease and higher arms for straightforward traction tuning.
Wheelbase will be simply adjusted utilizing clips on the entrance suspension. Shifting the arms in direction of the entrance or rear may also be used to fine-tune weight stability.
Motor Compatibility.
The motor mount bulkhead is moved along with heart belt extra exterior to create more room for the motor to permit to mount numerous motors extra snug.
The rear physique mount holder permits the mounting of all in style racing our bodies and meets all guidelines. The strengthened physique mount is dependable and sturdy to resist onerous crashes.
Pivot Pins & Turnbuckles.
Pivot pins for rear higher & decrease and entrance decrease suspension arms are designed to suit aluminum suspension mounts. Rear higher pivot pins function a machined groove that enables higher fixing by set-screw, serving to to stop pins from popping out throughout operation.
To ensure most reliability, all turnbuckles are manufactured from particular HUDY Spring Metal™ materials for turnbuckles for max core power.
Pulleys.
All pulleys are molded from a particular composite combination to make sure low-friction operation, environment friendly and powerful tooth profiles, and lengthy lifespan. Pulley covers function self-cleaning holes.
Spur Gears.
The small 2-speed permits using smaller spur gears from the well-proven NT1, permitting quick acceleration and low rotating mass.
The spur gears are made out of graphite materials for improved sturdiness. The particular graphite materials can be very gentle which helps to lower the burden of rotating components for improved acceleration.
The spur gears are molded with a particular approach permitting the gears to be completely true, thus enhancing the drivetrain effectivity. Every gear is stamped with a tooth quantity for straightforward identification.
Suspension Geometry.
The RX8E options probably the most superior, race-engineered suspension geometry for nitro on-road automotive racing and is designed to supply responsive racing traits below all racing circumstances.
Through the years XRAY has efficiently gained and utilized intensive suspension geometry data and self-developed suspension stiffness expertise, which have been used with nice success in electrical & nitro vehicles, each on- and off-road. The ultra-lightweight suspension components are molded from particular composite supplies that make the components very gentle but very sturdy to resist the trials of high-performance racing.
Built-in Suspension Settings™.
The RX8E built-in suspension settings I.S.S. now makes use of within the entrance higher arm holders the smaller and lighter eccentric bushings from the NT1 platform. All adjustment potentialities are utterly built-in, permitting full set-up modifications with out altering or changing suspension holders or plates.
The usage of sq. eccentric bushings within the entrance bulkheads, in addition to within the rear bulkheads for higher & decrease suspension, permits for full geometry adjustment. Roll facilities are adjustable in the usual higher & decrease positions, in addition to in inside and outer positions. Excessive-tensile metal suspension pivot pins are polished for {smooth} suspension motion.
Adjustable Axle Top.
Entrance steering block and rear uprights function concentric and eccentric bushings which permit roll heart adjustment in addition to constructive caster adjustment in entrance. The eccentric bushings within the rear upright additionally permit unbiased wheelbase adjustment. The peak of entrance and rear axles will be simply adjusted with eccentric bushings.
Offset Adjustment.
Wheel offset is well adjustable by 0.5–2.5mm utilizing included shims. This impacts steering adjustment (when adjusted on the entrance) and likewise rear traction traits (when adjusted on the rear).
FRONT – Much less offset on the entrance provides extra in-corner steering and improved steering response. Beneficial for small technical tracks.
Extra offset on the entrance provides extra stability and makes the automotive simpler to drive on massive tracks or below high-grip circumstances.
REAR – Much less offset on the rear provides extra in-corner steering, however much less rear traction and stability. Subsequently it is suggested to make use of much less offset on small technical tracks or below high-traction circumstances.
Extra offset on the rear makes the automotive extra secure and improves cornering pace.
Silicone Oils.
HUDY Unique Silicone Oils are manufactured in Europe and every batch is laboratory examined and calibrated to make sure the very best potential consistency and high quality from batch to batch. Based mostly on the industry-standard cSt score, the brand new line of oils will probably be straightforward to determine, modify, and really feel.
When following any set-up sheets by XRAY or XRAY workforce drivers, you’ll be able to make certain that the oils you’re going to get to your automotive are precisely similar as these utilized by the manufacturing facility racing workforce, thus guaranteeing very exacting set-ups and dealing with.
Ball-Bearings.
The RX8E is absolutely ball-bearing geared up and options high-speed, blue-sealed ball-bearings all through the drivetrain for max drivetrain effectivity. The high-tolerance, high-performance bearings are degreased and evenly oiled with Aero Shell Fluid 12™ for max smoothness and lengthy life. The principle ball-bearings are outsized with extra-strong bearing frames to make sure {smooth}, environment friendly operating even below excessive circumstances.
Instruction handbook.
XRAY Instruction Manuals have turn into the {industry} customary; they’re merely one of the best manuals you’ll ever get with an RC mannequin automotive. Whether or not you’re a first-time builder or an skilled racer, all directions are straight-forward and straightforward to grasp. The total-color Instruction Handbook comprises massive 3D illustrations that present all meeting particulars within the best and most complete method.
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