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November 28, 2007

Academy GV2 RTR EP 2wd Buggy

Korean manufacturer Academy have released a ready to run version of their electric powered 1/10th scale 2wd buggy, the GV2. Supplied with a pre painted body, the car comes fully assembled and includes pre made oil dampers, electronic speed controller, 7.2V battery with charger, RS540 motor and pistol grip radio. The car uses the same geometry as the competition version and also features rear gear differential, multi length pivot system, moulded drive shafts and finally a 3 piece moulded chassis.

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November 28, 2007

VP Pro 1/8th Buggy Tires

VP Racing 1/8th Buggy Tires

VP Racing have introduced these team series VP-Pro 1/8 Buggy Racing Tires. Available in 3 different patterns, they are supplied with the molded foam insert and have been extensively tested to bring the tire quality and performance up to the same standards as other top brands on the market. VP-Pro also aim to release similar tires for truggies in the near future.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]

November 27, 2007

ABC Hobby EXDS Expert Discharger

Japanese company ABC Hobby have released the latest addition to their product range with the release of the EXDS, Expert Discharger. With the ability to discharge from 4 to 12 cells, this microprocessor controlled system has a maximum discharge rate of 10A while a linear discharge rate helps stabilize the cells. The unit sports a 2-line LCD screen that shows real time voltage levels, while on top is a fan cooled platform for placing your batteries during discharge. A sensor in the unit can also detect whether the cells are getting abnormally hot and if so will stop the discharge.

Source: ABC Hobby [abchobby.com]

November 26, 2007

Lee Martin signs to Sirio engines

Current British 4wd electric buggy Champion and World and European finalist Lee Martin has signed to use Sirio engines. Lee will make his debut with the Sirio 21 CL7B-STI in Florida next month when he will run it in his Associated RC8 1/8th scale buggy. Lee had this to say about the deal:

I loved the Sirio 21 CL7B-STI! It felt instant and smooth! Gave me a greatly increased confidence with engines and can’t wait to use this at the next meeting I attend. I think the EP guys will prefer this pipe S21.200123 (EFRA 2057 high torque with smooth mid range power) on clay or dirt surfaces. I would like thank Sirio & Kyosho UK for their support.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoeurope.com]

November 26, 2007

Ben Cosgrove Win BIWS Don Valley Rd2

Xray have a report from team driver Ben Cosgrove on the recent 2nd round of the British Indoor Winter Series that was held on the rubber surface Don Valley track. Qualifying saw Ben Cosgrove take the pole position, after a quick run in round 2, in front of new Xray team mate Sam Smith with Hot Bodies racer Elliot Harper in 3rd. The finals were held over 2 races with the fastest final time taking the overall win on the day and both finals saw a very close battle between Ben and Elliott finishing less than a second apart in both legs. Ben eventually took the win from Harper in 2nd and Phil Chambers in 3rd.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

November 25, 2007

Rony Xray NT1 option parts

The Xray NT1 seems to be the ‘After market parts’ manufacturer’s car of choice at the moment with almost all parts of the 200mm available in different variations of aluminium and carbon. Japanese company Rony, who have released a number of NT1 parts previously, have now released even more new additions to their range starting off with this aluminium front anti-roll bar lever set. Also new is a lightweight titanium middle shaft, a machined 18T aluminium pulley, aluminium servo saver set with adjustble ackermann, lightweight upper engine mounts and finally an aluminium chassis stiffener.

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November 25, 2007

Team Checkpoint Marc Rheinard motor

Following on from his success at the recent Japanese Nationals, Team Checkpoint racer Marc Rheinard along with Steve O’Donnell have announced the upcoming release of his new Special Edition motor. Besides all the standard Checkpoint features, this special edition motor features a 1.4mm thick can with eight vent slots and a grey oxide finish. The motor will be available for the next out-door season.

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November 24, 2007

Sirio 2056 Exhaust System

Sirio Exhaust System #2056

Sirio have released this rather unusually shaped exhaust system for use with their buggy line of engines. The EFRA approved (#2056) exhaust pipe has been optimised to work with the CL7B and Evo3 motors from the Italian brand and also with the equivilant Sirio made engines from RB and SIIM. Sold in a complete set, it comes with manifold, rubber seals and mounting springs.

Source: MCG [mcg-racingteam.de] via Buggy Sport [buggy-sport.info]