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March 11, 2011

Capricorn anti-vibration engine mount

Capricorn have introduced their new anti-vibration engine mount. Many hours of work and testing have led Capricorn to develop this new anti vibration system, specifically made for the brand new Lab C801. This patented system has been designed to work with any brand of engine available on the market and each engine will need a specific engine mount with a dedicated mass damper. The purpose of this device is to dampen the alternate movement of the piston with a specific counter balance weight. The calibrated weight, that is located in a cavity between two dampening materials, reduce the vibration made by the engine which is normally transferred to the engine mount and then to the chassis. No word on a release date.

View more images of the system here

February 25, 2011

Capricorn LAB-C01 Limited edition

Italian company Capricorn RC have released a special limited edition LAB-C01 chassis to commemerate their winning of last year’s European Championships in Sweden. Limited to just 100 pieces, the kit includes kevlar pulleys, plastic bumper plate & lateral brace, in place of carbon, a front sway bar kit, long life belt, red shock springs and HLD diff pins. Available now.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

February 17, 2011

Capricorn LAB.21 Europa buggy engine

Italian company Capricorn have announced the soon to be released LAB.21 Europa, a high performance 3.5cc buggy engine. Featuring a lightened over sized cooling head and an optimally balanced crankshaft using weights, this turbo 3 port engine provides plenty of torque, bottom end power as well as good fuel economy.

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January 30, 2011

Scotty Gray signs for Capricorn

Capricorn RC have announced the signing of young American star Scotty Gray for 2011. Scotty will use the LAB-C01 with Capricorn LAB-E01 SQ 2011 engine along with Capricorn tires and accessories. Scotty is making his debut this weekend at the world famous Ft. Myers race track’s FORGASS race and is off to a great start having taken the TQ spot. He will stay on in Ft. Myers to compete in next week’s Winternats.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

January 28, 2011

Capricorn HLD diff pins

Capricorn have announced that their new diff pins feature their new HLD, ‘hard like diamond’, treatment. Instead of the classic hard coating the new treatment doubles the hardness of the pin and also guarantees less friction. This is the same treatment that is applied to the crankshaft of real racing engine.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

January 27, 2011

Capricorn 1/8th scale driveshafts

Capricorn RC have introduced these new rear driveshafts, suitable for Serpent, Shepherd and Mugen 1/8th scale cars. Aimed at the competition market and made from Kel850 treated aluminium, they are lightweight and durable. Sold as a pair.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

January 13, 2011

Capricorn LAB-C01 hardened CVD shafts

Capricorn have introduced these new optional front CVD shafts for their European Championship winning LAB-C01 1/10th 200mm chassis. Made from treated aluminium, the manufacturer claims that these are almost unbreakable and so will last a very long time in your car. Available soon.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

January 8, 2011

Dario Balestri to run Capricorn in 1/8th scale

Italian company Capricorn have announced the signing of double European Champion and multiple World Championship finalist Dario Balestri to their team. The Italian driver, seen above with his mechanic Stefano Puccinelli, has inked a 2 year deal which will see him run the 1/8th scale Capricorn LAB-C801. The former Motonica driver who recently joined KM Racing for 1/10th scale, will continue to run Novarossi engines.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]