Capricorn have released a conversion kit for Lab-C01 users to upgrade their car to the latest Lab-C02 version. The kit will be available at the end of the month and includes new radio plates, completely new front end, new rear arms and a lateral belt tensioner. The complete C02 car kit will be ready at the end of the year.
Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]
Capricorn have released this new LiFe RX pack for use in gas powered cars. The 6.6v 1650mAh pack is very light and unlike LiPo packs does not requiring a regulator, which is necessary for some radio equipment due to their higher voltage. Configured as a stick pack it comes pre wired with power and balancer cable.
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Capricorn have announced the addition to their current range of 1/8th scale tires, the F1. Expected to be released soon, these rims are super lightweight and will of course be available in the usual range of pre mounted shores. Also new for the LAB C801 is updated carbon fibre rear upper wishbone mounting brackets that feature 3mm higher mounting position for the pin. Up front for the same car is new upper suspension brackets which are 1.5mm further inward for improved steering response.
Capricorn release a new special clutch bell and black clutch shoe for the LAC-C01 on-road chassis. The clutch bell is inspired by Capricorn’s 1/8 scale design and machined form Ergal, giving more bottom end power in combination with the new black clutch shoe. The new material also offers better durability for real long life characteristics.
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Capricorn introduce a new super light 1/8 scale on-road wheel. The rims show a 30 percent stiffer structure compared to other wheels on the market and very low weight with the carbon rear wheels weight 28g and the front wheels weight 13.2g. The light versions weight only 23g/11.2g with both are usable with 23.8mm pins to ensure the best possible contact surface and self alignment.
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Capricorn release two new option parts for the LAB-C01 on-road chassis and an off-road setup system for 1/8 scale off-road cars. The new two-piece brass engine mount for the C01 add weight to the lower part of the chassis, features machined cooling fins and is also usable on Shepherd’s V10 chassis. Also designed for the LAB-C01 are the new front drive shafts that are suggested for the use with a solid front axle. The off-road setup system is machined from aluminium and polycarbonate and helps to measure and adjust toe, camber and caster on the front and rear of nearly all 1/8 scale off-road buggies.
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Capricorn have released some new general purpose products for gas racers including their own magic gum cleaning putty which is made from Italian gum and will extract dirt and grime from even the tightest of spaces. Other new items include a general purpose teflon grease and soft white front and rear springs for the LAB C01.
CSO have released this new 2-speed shaft for the Capricorn LAB-C801 1/8th on road chassis. Made from hard coated steel, this 8mm shaft has been hollowed out to reduce weight and the 2-speed adapter is separate from the shaft making it simpler to replace.
Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]
