August 24, 2012

T-Work’s HN & OFNA X3 Sabre options

Some new parts from T-Work’s for the HongNor & OFNA X3 Sabre. First up is a quick change engine mount option for the car, a complete set which includes all the required fasteners and shims needed to mount it. Secondly is a 3.5mm steering ackerman plate set. There are 3 different types A, B & C, with type A short, type C long and B the same length as the original. Also type C gives a different turning effect. The plates themselves are CNC machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and are 0.5mm thicker as well as harder than the original.

View the ackerman plate set here


August 23, 2012

Xray hard coated aluminium wheel nut

Xray have released this hard coated aluminium wheel nut for their range of 1/8th offroad vehicles. Ribbed for secure tightening on the axle they are sold as a pair.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


August 22, 2012

JConcepts T4.1 Finnisher 1/10th truck body

At the recent ROAR Nationals JConcepts unveiled their new Finnisher 1/10th truck body for the T4.1. The slight cab forward, raked windshield and aggressive stance highlight a performance oriented core. Front chin spoiler, headlight and grill protect the front-end from unwanted up-drafts during flight while the supplied decals stand-out like an 18 wheeler. Like the ROAR National Champion Hi-Flow SCT body, the T4.1 body has built-in air escape passages which allow the customer to fine-tune the body for maximum outdoor performance.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


August 22, 2012

DE Trinidad ST wheel for DEST210R

DE Racing have introduced a Trinidad ST wheel for the soon to be released Team Durango DEST210R stadium truck. This wheel features the greatly improved strength and durability DE are known for along with an original manufacturer offset and heavy duty 15mm hex drive. Combine all that with the stylish good looks of the Trinidad line and you’re sure to get noticed on your way to the winners circle. Available in silver, black, white and yellow.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]


August 22, 2012

Thunder Alley Gas Champs – Announcement

Thunder Alley have announced their 4th Annual Gas Championship held from September 22nd to 23rd. With the very unique format and a new Layout built by SiK Track Design / Levi Jackson, and limited amount of practice only on Saturday, the playing field is level for all racers that attend this race. Pro-Line & Byron has stepped up to help the non-sponsored driver by giving them a set (4) tires and fuel with their 1st entry. Additional Pro-Line wheels & tires also will be available at the track at a discounted rate for the racers. Look for International drivers again this year in attendance. Open to a multitude of 1/8th offroad classes, sign up is now open with more details here.


August 21, 2012

RC Pro Series Canada Alberta Final

RC Depot driver Wayne Mah TQ’d and won the 1/8 Nitro Buggy class in the RC Pro Series Canada (Alberta division) finals held @ the “Clutch Nutz” track in Red Deer Alberta this past weekend. Wayne’s OS Powered Kyosho MP9 was unmatched throughout qualifying as well as the 45 minute long A-Main. 2nd spot was owned by fellow team driver Cory Drachenberg; also in an OS powered Kyosho MP9. In third place, driving for Pro-Line/PM Hobbycraft was Peter Tozser in a Reedy Powered RC8.2.

Continue reading the report here


August 21, 2012

Associated RC10T4.1 Brushless NiMH combo

Similar to the RC10B4.1 combo released yesterday, the RC10T4.1 Brushless NiMH combo features many of the components from the RC10T4 Team Kit while incorporating a 2.4 GHz 3-channel radio system, Reedy 3300kV brushless motor, XP SC4500-BL electronic speed control, Reedy 3000mAh WolfPack battery, and a wall charger. Additional upgrades can be made to your brushless RC10B4.1 using a full line of Factory Team B4 hop-ups, as well as Reedy and LRP performance parts.

View more details here


August 21, 2012

Associated RC10B4.1 Brushless NiMH combo

The RC10B4.1 Brushless NiMH combo comes ready to run with a 2.4 GHz 3-channel radio system, Reedy 3300kV brushless motor, XP SC4500-BL electronic speed control, Reedy 3000mAh WolfPack battery, and a wall charger. Additional upgrades can be made to your brushless RC10B4.1 using a full line of Factory Team B4 hop-ups, as well as Reedy and LRP performance parts.

View the complete features list here