More new optional parts from Serpent for their S811 Cobra 1/8th scale buggy with the release of aluminium chassis braces for the front and rear of the car. Precision CNC machined from 7075 T6 aluminium and then anodised, they are super lightweight and help stiffen the chassis more than the standard composite versions.
Sweep Racing have announced the latest item release in their growing product line, GT tires for very popular 1/8th scale GT class. Made from world renowned EXP Rubber technology, the first one is their own tread tires which contains unique cavity middle tread design, which last longer than the conventional bar type treads while giving drivers maximum grip from every skid angle. The second set to come out will be their slick tire for prepped tracks, and is perfectly shaped for maximum forward bite as well as maximum cornering speed. Keep and eye out for more compounds and spoke wheels coming soon. Both types will also be available pre glued with inserts. Due late July 2010.
Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]
CRC have released this new carbon fibre flywheel tool for the Losi 8ight and 8ight-T. Now you can properly tighten the clutch nut on your flywheel without damaging the flywheel by using a set of pliers. Also new from CRC is their updated range of tube lube that has been re-worked, re-lubed, & re-loaded, with better packaging for less leaks, and more available weights including 5000, 10000, 20000 and 30000.
New from Losi is their Digit pattern for 1/8th buggy which is now available in Losi’s exclusive red compound. The new multi-level pin design is a two stage square pin design that is supported by a large base pin and provides excellent wear. The tire is highly versatile as it works on multiple track conditions from loose and loamy conditions to hard pack blue groove tracks. Losi molded inserts are provided and known for their perfect balance and are very lightweight. The new Losi King Pin G2 is now also available in Losi’s exclusive red compound which works excellent on medium to high grip tracks and provides excellent wear. The new small square pin design provides immense traction on hard packed tracks, while the new center bar design provides increased forward traction. No pin is located between the center bar designs which allows for great forward drive, making out-of-the corner jumps much easier. Losi’s BK Bar proved to have incredible forward traction while maintaining great side bite with tremendous longevity and is now available for the 1/10th Off-road Truck class in pink, red, and silver compounds. The tire can be used on the front and rear of truck for optimum traction on hard packed surfaces. It is also available as a 1/10th 4wd front tire in red and pink compounds and has proven to smooth out steering going into the turn while offering improved forward traction on corner exit on hard packed surfaces.
Capricorn have released their new World Champion Edition 2010 Centax clutch for the Serpent 733. Its light weight and size ensure maximum acceleration and increased top speed. The shoe plate, shoe and bell has been revised to further improve the clutch performances. Supplied with two red clutch shoes, 2 bell bearing kit and 2 thrust bearings and only works with the original Serpent pinions. Capricorn have also released details on their all new fuel filter, which features a transparent body and cleanable filter.
Serpent have release some new aluminium optional parts for their S811 Cobra buggy. Starting with this lower suspension bracket, which is a 2.5 for the rear and 4.5 when used on the rear. Made from anodised 7075 T6 aluminium it is a very strong part and will accept the standard composite inserts. Also new are these precision machined aluminium posts for the rear wing-mount, replacing the standard composite ones. Finally, also for the wing are these nicely machined lightweight aluminium rear wing support washers.
Hudy have introduced these CNC-machined aluminium throttle servo horns for use on throttle servos in all 1/8 off-road cars. Alu servo horn offers maximum throttle control by eliminating the flex often associated with composite versions. Ultra-strong construction provides very long life and durability. Drilled for 3mm-linkage hardware, the horn has two holes for linkage mounting on both sides, allowing you to quickly and easily change the linkage angle.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
Team Titan have released their all new Blitz short course body, the SC1. Designed for use with 1/10 electric powered SC trucks such as the Associated SC10, this new shell has been made with high quality 1.0mm thick clear polycarbonate. Supplied with high quality decals and window mask, the shell is 192mm wide, 158mm high and 530mm long and can fit other 1/10th SC trucks with some trimming.
View another image of the shell here
