Capricorn RC have released these new one-piece engine mounts for the Serpent 733. Designed to dramatically reduce engine temperatures, it helps increase the stiffness of the chassis and testing has so far shown good results. Available in aluminium or in brass for extra weight in an area that matters.
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European 200mm Champions Capricorn have sent us the first CAD images of their new 1/8 Competition racing car. The Italian company tell us that the prototype has already been running for some weeks, getting a lot of important testing done. Based on the winning knowledge gained from their 1/10th chassis, Capricorn have developed this model applying the most innovative solution and technologies. A super low centre of gravity aids the handling, while ease of access to all the parts and an intuitive and fast set up system make the car enjoyable to work on. They expect to perform further testing and development in this final part of the year and aim to have the car ready for the start of the 2011 season.
From Italian company Capricorn is the Q5-TE, their new .21 competition racing engine for the off-road class. Featuring updated and hand tuned internals, the combustion chamber has been optimised for a better heatsink and thermal efficency. The crankshaft has been hand modified and polished, while the piston and liner has been revised for maximum performance. Featuring rear ceramic bearings and a customized crankcase, this 2010 version comes with a new aluminium carburetor with plastic insert.
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New from Capricorn RC are these 1/8th scale versions of their Hard Light tire series. Featuring Italian foam, the new wheels are much stiffer than regular wheels and are also lighter, which is thanks to a completely new plastic material which they have mixed with carbon. Available now for both front and rear.
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Used by their team drivers at last week’s World Championships in Houston, Texas Capricorn RC have announced that their new LAB-E01-BC .12 engine, that we wrote about back in June, is available from next week. It sports a lightened, balanced and tuned crankshaft as well as a hand tuned piston and liner set. Other updates include the use of a ceramic main bearing and of course updated cooling head graphics.
View the engine internals here
Capricorn RC have released a number of new items, firstly these front and rear axles for the NT1 and LAB-C01. Sporting a new wheel axle that has been lightened and machined where it meets the bearings for smoother operation, it allows the LAB-C01 to be mounted with a wheel nut in place of a screw. Sold as a complete set or as individual items. Capricorn have also released their own ultra soft 500cc fuel bottle.
Italian company Capricorn RC have been in contact to tell us about another young signing to their team. The Norwegian Xray driver Adrian Bernsten will run the company’s engines, tires and fuel throughout the 2010 season. The European electric junior champion and multiple National champion will compete at this year’s World and European Championships in the USA and Sweden respectively.
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Capricorn have released their new World Champion Edition 2010 Centax clutch for the Serpent 733. Its light weight and size ensure maximum acceleration and increased top speed. The shoe plate, shoe and bell has been revised to further improve the clutch performances. Supplied with two red clutch shoes, 2 bell bearing kit and 2 thrust bearings and only works with the original Serpent pinions. Capricorn have also released details on their all new fuel filter, which features a transparent body and cleanable filter.
