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January 8, 2010

Team Orion CRF Alpha 7P & 3P buggy engines

Coming soon from Team Orion are these 2 new CRF Alpha buggy engines. Available in 7 and 3 port versions, the new ABI motors sport all new internals including the company’s patented crankshaft and new crankcase with integrated compressor. Other parts that have been updated include the piston, liner and aluminium carburetor which now has a 10mm drum. Both engines also feature ceramic bearings and will be available as part of a combo with pipe and manifold when they become available in early February.

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

January 7, 2010

Jörn Neumann switches to LRP for 2010

LRP have confirmed the signing of star racer Jörn Neumann to their team. Jörn has been one of the hottest international stars on the R/C scene for the last few years and is regarded as one of the most talented off road drivers in the world. Having been running with Team Orion, Losi, Proline and Futaba, the former European Champion has made the switch to use the complete LRP product line for 2010. Jörn will begin the new season with the S8 BX buggy having already attended the Worlds warm-up event in Thailand with his new buggy. Jörn will be powering his S8 BX buggy with the LRP ZR.21X nitro engine & 1/8 OR Competition exhaust system together with VTEC off road tyres in his quest for further international success. Neumann will represent LRP at races all over the world as well as holding an important and fundamental role in their R&D design team when developing future off road cars, engines and tyres.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

January 7, 2010

Steven Weiss joins Team Yokomo

Yokomo have announced that they have signed front running German driver Steven Weiss to partner current team drivers Ronald Volker and Martin Hofer. The former Xray driver and European Championship top qualifier will make his debut for the Japanese squad at this weekend’s DHI Cup, which Red RC will be covering live, having spent some time over the winter testing with Volker and is very happy with his new equipment. Steven retains LRP as his main power sponsor.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

January 7, 2010

Speed Passion confirm Elliot Harper

Speed Passion have announced the signing of top young UK driver Elliott Harper to compliment their growing team for the 2010 season. The 16 year old is already an established racer and has some great racing results already, being a Worlds and European A finalist in 2008. Elliott will use the Speed Passion Competition 3.0 motors along with their GT2.0 Pro Speedo in his cars to give him the best power possible. He will be putting the package together for the next ETS at Hrotovice, Czech Republic at the end of January 2010 for his first major race meeting. Elliott said:

Firstly, I would like to thank Nosram, and in particular Reto, very much for the support they have provided over the last 2 season and I really enjoyed being associated with them. The Speed Passion equipment is easy to use and set up and there have been lots of very positive comments from users. The plug and play arrangement for the motor makes any changes much easier and faster so there is no need for a soldering iron. Speed Passion is keen to strengthen their position and are attracting top drivers in a number of areas and continue to develop their product range making them a very strong force for 2010. I am very much looking forward to the coming seasons with Speed Passion as I have run the package a few times now and it is really, really good.

Source: Speed Passion [speedpassion.net]

January 6, 2010

Associated SC18 CVDs & Reedy 121VR Ceramic bearing

Some new products from Associated and Reedy, starting with the new set of CVDs from MIP for the SC18 and RC18R. Designed to enhance the performance of you car by improving delivery of power to the wheels, this set includes all the parts you need to make 2 complete CVD axles. For the Reedy 121VR .21 off road engine, is this new ceramic rear bearing, which will provide less friction, last longer than the standard steel bearing and will help your motor obtain higher RPM.

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January 6, 2010

Team Orion E-Revo LiPo packs

Team Orion have released a new line of LiPo batteries for both the Traxxas 1/10 E-Revo and 1/16th E-Revo. Developed with a special hard case form to be able to put a maximum of capacity into the battery compartment, this carbon look design enables you to fit your truck with the company’s carbon molecular LiPo technology with up to 45C of discharge and 3C charge for the 1/10th packs and 35C of discharge and 3C charge for the 1/16th packs. Supplied with 3 different battery skins, the packs are available in multiple capacities and discharge ratings.

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January 6, 2010

Team Orion E-Revo LiPo packs

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January 5, 2010

Venom Slash VXL & E-Revo Options

Venom have released a massive number of new optional parts for the Traxxas Slash VXL and E-Revo. Most parts have been CNC machined from high grade aluminium and almost all are available in anodised orange, gun metal and grey and help improve strength in the area where they are used. Parts that are available include front steering knuckles, front lower arms, front c-hubs, rear lower arms, steering set, battery holder, rear universal shafts, rear shock towers, front bulkheads, gear cover, rear gearbox, rear knuckles, wheels, shock caps, front & rear shocks, wheel hex adapters, tie rods, push rods, front & rear suspension mounts, servo saver and titanium pivot balls.

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