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August 27, 2013

Hot Bodies R8 1/8th on-road car – Sneak Peek

After introducing the R10 200mm nitro on-road kit last year Hot Bodies now also re-enters the 1/8th class with the R8. Not much is known about the car that made a first appearance on the Facebook wall of Hot Bodies’ factory driver Teemu Leino today. By looking at the picture the car is of a pretty standard design with a slim main chassis, carbon fibre upper deck, front aluminium upper wishbone mounts but a standard front ‘blade’-type anti-roll bar whereas many of the competitors use wire-type assemblies today. It is understood that the R8 will make a first public appearance at next month’s World Championships in Japan.

August 26, 2013

Gravity RC rechargeable spray canister

Gravity RC now have this rechargeable spray canister available, an alternative to commonly used motor sprays and cleaners. The canister gives a similar feel and result to motor spray during use and it can be refilled with less humanly toxic and more environmentally friendly chemicals by yourself. It is rechargeable with air safely up to 200psi using any standard car tyre attachment and air hose. The container called GRC 600 comes with one extra internal rebuild, six spray nozzles and four spray tubes.

Source: Gravity RC [teamgravityrc.com]

August 26, 2013

JConcepts RB6/RT6 front suspension brace

JConcepts introduce the front aluminium suspension brace for the Kyosho RB6 and RT6. The all aluminium machined and anodised brace is a direct fit for the bulkhead of the Kyosho 2WD off-road vehicle and adds extra protection and a new look to the front end. The edging has been slightly chamfered to remove sharp corners and adds extra luster to an already polished looking piece. The part is available in blue or black colour and sport an etched JC logo.

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August 23, 2013

STRC SCX10 gun metal anodised alloy parts

ST Racing Concepts introduce new option parts for the Axial SCX10 by re-releasing their AX10 option parts that work with the SCX10 chassis. The parts come in a new-to-the-product-line gun metal anodising and include CNC machined aluminium C-hubs, steering knuckles, 4-link plates, steering links and rear lock-outs. Available in black, silver, green and now in gun metal colour.

Source: STRC [teamstrc.com]

August 23, 2013

JConcepts stainless steel ball studs

New from JConcepts come stainless steel ball studs for Team Associated off-road vehicles and all cars that make use of inch-size hardware. They are machined from high-quality material, offer a smooth surface finish and an internal hex for 5/64” and 2mm hex wrenches. The ball studs are available in .200”, .300” and .400” length and come in packs of six pieces.

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August 23, 2013

CSO One driveshafts & 1.7mm V2 upper deck

CSO introduce new option parts for the CSO One touring car in the form of double joint driveshafts and a 1.7mm V2 upper deck. Starting with the driveshafts, they are made from hardcoated steel and the design reduces the wheel chatter at high steering angles often associated with single joint shafts. Designed for the use with protective blades the 46mm driveshafts not only fit the company’s own touring car but also the Xray T3 and T4. The second new part is the V2 upper deck. It is cut from 1.7mm carbon fibre, incorporates mounting positions for addition chassis braces and fits both the CSO One and the Xray T4 alike.

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August 23, 2013

Jörn Neumann joins Team Orion

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Team Orion announce the addition of 4-time European Champion Jörn Neumann to their international race Team. The German frontrunner will be using Team Orion’s 1/10 and 1/8 electric products on the upcoming World Championships in the U.S. and also through 2014. This is what Jörn has to say about the deal:

“I am very happy to be back at Team Orion. They were one of my first sponsors back in 2004 when Oscar gave me motors and batteries to Win my 1st European Championship. After testing Team Orion’s Vortex R10 Pro ESC’s, Vortex VST2 Pro brushless motors and touch screen chargers there was only one choice for me: Team Orion. I would like to thank Philippe, Oscar and Joe for this opportunity and I’m looking forward to many successful years together. I would also like to thank everyone at Speed Passion as well. They helped me a lot during the last 3 years. I wish them all the best in the future. “

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

August 23, 2013

STRC Nitro Slash & Slash 4×4 aluminium options

STRC Nitro Slash & Slash 4x4 aluminium options

ST Racing Concepts introduce new aluminium option parts for the Traxxas Nitro Slash 2WD and the Slash 4×4 as well as a colour variant of their shock shaft pliers. First up is the CNC machined Nitro Slash 2WD aluminium engine mount, a much stronger foundation for the Traxxas engine over the stock cast aluminium one. It does away with cracking issues in the screw thread area, can take more abuse and is available in anodised blue, gun metal, red and silver.

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