Wednesday, June 18, 2008
RB Concept ST28 RotoStart Engine Categories - Engines, Off Road, Products, RB Products - comments closed
RB Concept in France have released the new ST, a .28 big block mill using the same design as their RT line-up. The engine features an ABC 3 port liner and comes with the strong, resilient MSC reinforced crankcase. Also a standard feature included is a roto-start system for ease of operation. The adjustable position of the starting nuts allows for the engine to be mounted in practically all chassis’.
Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]
Friday, June 13, 2008
Traxxas Top Fuel Power Plus Categories - Engines, Fuel, Products, Traxxas - comments closed
Traxxas have released their Top Fuel Power Plus, which has been quality blended with the best ingredients to protect our engines using superior additives such as a non-foaming agent for consistent running and a wetting agent to improve engine lubrication. Plus, high-performance anti-oxidants and rust inhibitors virtually eliminate the need for after run oil. The oil percentages are specially balanced to provide just the right amount of lubrication for long engine life and to provide the crisp, clean throttle response you demand in a car fuel.
Source: Traxxas [traxxas.com]
Friday, June 6, 2008
Associated Big bores & Reedy engine Categories - Engines, Off Road, Products, Reedy, Team Associated - comments closed 
Seen at this weeks ROAR 1/8th scale buggy Nationals at Thunder Alley in Beaumont, California, are these big bore shock absorbers on the Associated RC8. Currently being used by the factory team at this race, they are close to release pending some final parts getting produced. Also seen on some of the team cars, is new steering geometry, which combined with the new shocks increase corner speed and improve rough track handling. New from Reedy is a yet unnamed proprietary .21 engine in the final stages of testing and is being run by Rick Hohwart and Scott Brown at this event.
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Thursday, June 5, 2008
Dynamite NitroLite Fuel Gun Categories - Accessories, Dynamite, Engines, Products, Tools - comments closed
Dynamite have released this innovative new NitroLite Fuel Gun that includes a 2-mode detachable LED that makes fueling any vehicle at night time a breeze. Switch it over to Strobe mode, and use the NitroLite to grab the driver’s attention and let him know it’s time to refuel. A handy tool if your race is running late and its starting to get dark. Also new from Dynamite is this roll of wheel balancing tape which can also double as chassis ballast.
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Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Capricorn RC Turbo glow plugs Categories - Accessories, Capricorn RC, Engines, Products - comments closed 
Our site sponsors, Italian company Capricorn RC have announced the release of their own line of turbo glow plugs. Comprising of only the 2 most used types, a 6 and 7, these high quality plugs are individually packaged and are perfect for use in .12 size engines. Available now.
Source: Capricorn RC [capricornrc.com]
Saturday, May 31, 2008
DiMonaco RC Fox 3021 muffler Categories - DiMonaco, Engines, Exhausts, Off Road, Products - comments closed 
New from DiMonaco, under the RC Fox label, is this EFRA legal #3021 muffler, updated to 2008 specifications from the previous #2064 pipe. This pipe claims to reduce fuel consumption and increase revs in the lower range, while its inline design improves the efficiency of the whole system. Made from a thick and strong material, the stinger has been reinforced to prevent damage in an impact.
Source: DiMonaco [dimonaco.it]
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Robitronic Special off road starter box Categories - Engines, Products, Robitronic, Starters - comments closed
Robitronic have released this new starter box as an addition to their current range, called the Special off road starter box. Made using a metal casing, the durable rubber starter wheel is driven by two 775 electric motors and the whole system is powered by two 7.2v stick packs. Utilising an easy to adjust car mounting bracket system, the moulded plastic end of the box sports an integrated handle for ease of transport.
Source: Robitronic [robitronic.com]
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Serpent Centax-3 WC Clutch system Categories - Accessories, Engines, On Road, Products, Serpent - comments closed
Serpent have introduced a new WC version of their Centax III clutch system and updated 2-speed gearbox system. The updated transmission uses the same pitch as before but has an improved tooth profile, which combined with a wider spur and pinion gear, gives better contact for better durability and power delivery. The steel clutch bell housing has also been updated with the pinions no longer forming the structure of this area but are instead attached the steel threads on the new bell. This ensures that the gears spin true and are much more resistant to any flexing in this area. As a result of this new bell, the front 2 bearings in the clutch have been changed and are now smaller in diameter compared to previous versions. The new WC transmission cannot be used together with the original spurs or pinion gears. A full range of spur gears (54T-56T, 59T-61T) and pinions (16T-18T, 21T-23T) are available separately.
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