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October 10, 2011

Associated B4 +8mm conversion kit

Team Associated debuted the new +8mm chassis in prototype form at the 2011 IFMAR Worlds, taking the World Championship title, TQ honors and the top two steps on the podium. Now, racers world-wide can upgrade their B4 or B4.1 to the latest specs with the new B4 +8mm Conversion Kit. The additional 8mm of added wheelbase helps make the B4 easier to drive and more stable without sacrificing the critical traction needed for lower-grip tracks. Fits B4 FT, B4.1 FT and B4 RS RTR. Some bodies may fit the longer chassis with little or no modification. Racers can purchase a +8mm B4 body from racing partners Pro-Line and JConcepts.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

October 10, 2011

JConcepts 1/8th buggy t-shirt

Just in time for Fall, JConcepts have introduced this black 1/8th buggy t-shirt. Made of 100% cotton material the new black t-shirt has a trendy new looks that is representative of the latest style which includes new logo and a graphically clever 1/8th buggy design in a hip placement position. Available in usual range of sizes.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

October 10, 2011

JConcepts Punisher body for RC8.2 FT

JConcepts have released their Punisher body for the Associated RC8.2 FT. The RC8.2 features a slightly longer chassis and the Punisher body is a drop-fit for this updated version of the championship winning buggy. Blended wing / body design gives additional downforce to the side pods and windshield which increases drivability, corner speed and jump control. The rear base of the cab area represents the latest offering for 1/8th buggy racing featuring a super low profile design for increased engine cooling, air flow and escape.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

October 10, 2011

Elangears TC car stands

Elangears continue to grow their range with the release of these TC car stands. Your standard aluminium car stand, its size fits 1/10th touring cars and features rubber feet and rubber padding on the top surface to prevent the car from moving around when working on it. Available in Orange and black.

View the black stand here

October 10, 2011

TOP Racing Photon EX prototype

TOP Racing have released these photos of their net generation Photon chassis, the EX. The photos show their testing prototype and we are told that they are going to make some more changes to the current version to enhance performance and user friendliness before they go into production. The final car is expected to be released in early 2012.

View more detailed images here

October 8, 2011

Corally HMX touring car

Our friends at RC50.com have gotten some camera time with the new Corally touring car, the HMX. This appears to be the final production car with the most stand out feature of course the front and rear shock towers. We have no other information on the chassis other than it is due for release this month, so we will let you know more when it becomes available.

View more images of the new car here.

October 8, 2011

HPI/HB protective rubber pit mat

Keep your pit area at home or at the track tidy and clean with this 75cm x 50cm HPI/HB protective rubber pit mat. The Pit Mat is perfect for working on any RC vehicle. Separate parts areas let you organize any screws or washers you remove, allowing you to find them quickly and easily as you assemble your car or truck. It protects your table, desk or worktop from scratches, and helps prevent losing essential small parts from your kit. It also rolls up for easy storage and transport. Also available in a small 15cm x 10cm size for working on engines, motors or other smaller items.

View the small version here

October 7, 2011

Meccamo fuels sign Silvio Hächler

French fuel company Meccamo have announced the signing of 1/8th scale Swiss National racer Silvio Hächler. The young Mugen driver will continue to run the company’s Meccafuel on road 25% fuel to power his Novarossi engines for the coming seasons.

Source: Meccamo [meccamo.com]