Taylor James joins Team Losi
Losi have welcomed former Jammin driver Taylor James and his numerous years of top level racing experience to the team. Taylor will be joining the team for the upcoming 1/8th ROAR Off-road Fuel Nationals warm-up race in Colorado Springs, CO on May 13th-18th and will be competing in all the major races including the upcoming IFMAR World Championships this November. Taylor James will be running the Team Losi Racing 8ight 2.0 buggy race roller and the 8ight-T 2.0 truggy race roller powered by Nitrotec engines and controlled by his Spektrum DX3R.
Source: Losi [losi.com]
Monday, May 3, 2010
Losi Night Crawler Bind-N-Drive
While other crawlers require some modifications before they’re ready for the rocks, the 1/10-scale Night Crawler BND from Losi is good to go right out of the box, just bind it to your DSM-equipped transmitter. Included is an electronics package with a LiPo compatible, crawler programmed ESC that features voltage cutoff, so both your vehicle and battery will be protected. Powering this crawler is easier than ever, a 540-sized crawler-specific 55T motor and high-torque metal gear steering servo will get you up and over obstacles in no time. Plus, a worm-gear drive with a smaller differential case gives you increased ground clearance.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Xcelorin 1300mAh 2S 15C LiPo battery
This Xcelorin 7.4V 1300mAh 2S 15C LiPo Battery with EC2 connector from Losi provides speed and performance gains for 1/18 Mini-Vehicles. LiPo batteries are a simple, affordable power upgrade that give you improved performance over traditional battery options thanks to lower weight. Thanks to the ultra-low resistance EC2 connector, rest assured that all of that turf shredding power is delivered to the ESC and motor with ease.
Source: Losi [losi.com]
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Xcelorin LiPo charging pouch
This small Xcelorin LiPo charging pouch from Losi offers extra protection to you, your equipment and your charging station. The pouch is constructed from a flame-resistant material and can be used while your LiPo is charging and as a safe storage option. The secure hook and loop flap ensures proper closure, and allows for release of pressure in the event of an explosion.
Source: Losi [losi.com]
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Losi 2.2 Boss Claws tires
Team Losi have introduced their new 2.2 Boss Claws tires, which utilizes one of the most versatile tread patterns in 1/8-scale off-road racing, the Eclipse. This tread provides smooth and consistent traction on all crawling surface types, while the sidewalls feature Losi Comp Claws for superior construction and ‘side hilling’ abilities. The Boss Claws were prototyped by the Losi Crawling team for the World’s competition then perfected by the engineers at Losi to provide the best possible traction on the most diversified ranged of surface types. Molded using the high traction Losi Red compound for impressive traction and long life, they come supplied with oversized memory foam inserts that provide extra support to assist the tire conforming to the surface.
Source: Losi [losi.com]
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Pro-Line MBX-6 & 8ight Bull Dog shells
Pro-Line have announced that their controversial new Bull Dog shell is now available for the Mugen MBX-6 and Losi 8ight. Featuring an advanced forward cab design, it generates unmatched off-power steering, while the exposed cylinder head stabilizes engine temps and the flattened rear deck feeds the wing with clean air flow. Made from durable / genuine .040 Lexan, the shell is supplied with decal sheet, window mask and paint-then-peel overspray film. These new shells join the previously available versions for the Hot Bodies D8 and Associated RC8.
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Saturday, April 17, 2010
Bitty Design prototype Losi 8ight shell
Bitty Design were in touch to tell us about their new prototype Losi 8ight body shell. The new EU style shell features a fin along the top along with more pronounced channel over the back of the car to improve the downforce in high speed turns. Also thanks to a new air scoop situated along the side of the cockpit, the throttle and brake linkages don’t rub of the inside of the shell when in operation. The body in the photos is currently only a prototype, with the final version due to receive some final tweaks before it becomes available at the end of April, when it can be purchased from BD directly or through their network of distributors.
Friday, April 9, 2010
SMP 8ight titanium CV axles
Swiss company SMP Racing parts have released these new grade 5 titanium CV axles for the Losi 8ight 2.0 1/8th 4wd buggy. These super light weight parts not only look great but add extra strength for maximum durability.
Source: SMP [smp-slide.ch]
Friday, April 9, 2010
