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January 18, 2011

Vega Elite 2WD race conversions

Just released, the new series of Vega Elite 2WD race conversions for most major top-end race buggies, including the pictured Kyosho Ultima RB5 SP2. Featuring a CNC machined aerospace 7075 alloy tub chassis & gearbox, motor plate heat sink, rear shock tower, bodyshell and more, this new conversion changes the weight distribution of the car, allowing it to jump more level & massively helps in-air control and powered landings. Testing has shown the conversion gives a new more positive feel to the car, allowing for a more aggressive driving style. Flatter jumps, quicker landings and better cornering is bringing noticeably faster and consistent lap times.

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January 18, 2011

Xceed T-GT1 1/8th scale body shell

Xceed have introduced their new 1/8th scale body shell, called the T-GT1. Developed in Japan according to the new IFMAR regulations for this class, it features neutral handling with lots of downforce and great stability thanks to the side dams. EFRA homologated (#31523), it is available in normal and light versions.

Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]

January 18, 2011

Vampire Racing 60C 5400mAh saddle pack LiPo

Building on their popular 60C LiPo stick pack Vampire Racing now present their new 60C saddle pack LiPo. Along with the added punch they also improved the capacity to 5400mAh giving you the ultimate cells for today’s brushless systems.

Source: Vampire Racing [vampire-racing.com]

January 18, 2011

Ryan Lutz signs extension with Byron Fuels

Byron Fuels have announced that Durango factory driver Ryan Lutz has re-signed to the Byron Fuels Team. When asked his opinion of Byron Fuel performance, Ryan stated, “I am very excited to be signing on with Byron Fuels for another year. I love how the fuel is always consistent no matter where I race around the globe. When I open a bottle I know what I’m getting and how it’s going to perform. I look forward to another great year with Byron’s and hope to achieve many race victories for them!”

Source: Byron [byronfuels.com]

January 17, 2011

Travis Amezcua joins AKA

AKA is proud to announce the addition of former Pro-Line racer Travis Amezcua to the AKA race team. Travis is always a threat to win at any race he attends and is a past ROAR National Champion in 2WD electric and a worlds finalist in 1:8 Buggy as well. Travis will be running AKA tires on his Mugen 1:8 buggy and his electric buggies, with AKA welcoming his electric experience to help develop their new line of 1:10 tires coming in the Spring of 2011.

Source: AKA [raceaka.com]

January 17, 2011

HPI Pro-Series tools

HPI’s line of professional quality tools feature solid aluminium construction, CNC machining, chunky handles with knurled grips at the tip end and laser-etched markings for instant size identification. The tips are factory-ground then hardened and black-coated for extra-long life and good looks and are easily replaceable. A full set of HPI Pro-Series Tools are available, with a complete range of hex wrenches in the most popular metric sizes for RC racers, nut wrenches plus flat and Philips head screw drivers, they’ve even got an body shell reamer. Store all your tools in the available Tool Pouch. It’s got plenty of room for all the Pro-Series Tools, plus bodyshell scissors and even a few spare parts.

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January 17, 2011

MIP C-CVD kits to feature Snap Ring

MIP have announce that all C-CVD kits for 1/10 & SC vehicles have a new upgrade. In their quest to keep MIP products updated, all MIP C-CVD kits will start coming with the MIP Snap Ring combined with set screw lock that ensures no failure due to lost drive pins. This is a running upgrade so there are no changes in part numbers or prices on these kits.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

January 17, 2011

Xceed ZX onroad engines

Having introduced their own line of high performance offroad engines, Xceed have today announced their line of onroad engine. Featuring the highest level of manufacturing quality, Swiss made bearings, superb metals they are available in .12 and .21 versions. The ZX-12 3P-DS4 is a 3 port turbo .12 engine with 6.5mm carburetor and lightweight cooling head, while the 3P-DS4 EM is also a 3 port turbo engine, but this Edoardo Modified version features a selected ABC set and aligned conrod, tear dropping work on the sleeve, a lightweight crankshaft with silicone and a lightweight cooling head. For 1/8th onroad the ZX-21 7P-DS4 is a 7 port turbo engine with a 9mm carburetor, split type lightweight cooling head with 3-finned combustion chamber. The ZX-21 7P-DS4 EM is the Edoardo Modified version of the same engine selected ABC set and aligned conrod, tear dropping work on the sleeve, a lightweight crankshaft with silicone and split type light cooling head with 3-finned combustion chamber. All engines can be purchased separately or as a Powerpack with polished inline tuned pipe-system.

Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]