March 18, 2010

Robitronic off road air filters

Robitronic off road air filters

Robitronic have introduced a number of new off road air filters and accessories, starting with this universal dual-stage air filter set. Due to it dual-stage design, it keeps even the tiniest debris away from the engine and comes supplied with oil. There is also two new oval air filters that are supplied with rain covers. Designed to fit under even tight bodies there is a single and dual stage version and again both are supplied with oil. Finally there is the Dirtbag, which you put over the air filter, preventing it from contaminating early and uses a specially designed material that makes it almost impossible for dirt and debris to stick to its surface.

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March 17, 2010

Associated Rockstar SC10 2.4GHz RTR truck

Associated Rockstar SC10 2.4GHz RTR truck

Team Associated’s new Rockstar SC10 2.4GHz RTR truck is modeled after Curt, Kyle and Todd LeDuc’s short course race trucks as raced in the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series. Based on the 7-time ROAR National Champion RC10T4 and equipped with the company’s new XP3-SS 2.4 GHz 3-channel radio system, the SC10 comes ready-to-run with a factory-detailed ’09 Championship short course race truck body, KMC-style wheels and aggressive tread multi-terrain tires, all designed to look just like the full-size race trucks that run in short course off road series around the country.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]


March 17, 2010

MIP Traxxas Slash 4X4 C-CVD kits

MIP Traxxas Slash 4X4 C-CVD kits

MIP have released new C-CVD kits for the Traxxas Slash 4X4 that replace the standard plastic drive shafts with hardened high strength alloy, perfect for high power electric systems. MIPʼs telescoping shaft technology works in all shock location configurations and come with a new snap ring groove to ensure capture ring placement. Black Oxide finished and coated with wax.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]


March 17, 2010

LRP A2-STX Pro 2.4GHz transmitter

LRP A2-STX Pro 2.4GHz transmitter

LRP have released their new A2-STX Pro 2.4GHz transmitter, a high value for money transmitter complete with high-end features. The little brother of the successful C3-STX 2.4GHz Pro it impresses with its 2.4GHz system through extremely high reliability and transmission security. Features include end point adjustment, fail safe function that sets channel 2 to a defined position in case of a weak or lost radio signal, a 2.4GHz mini 2-channel receiver and ergonomic grip and steering wheel.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]


March 17, 2010

Robitronic EST-BL stadium truck

Robitronic EST-BL stadium truck

Robitronic have introduced their new EST-BL stadium truck, especially targeting rookies looking to get into real offroad-racing and bashing. The EST-BL stadium builds upon a tough tub chassis which is reinforced by the easy-access-gearbox in the rear while the crash-proof front end features a rugged bulkhead and a-arms that are flexible enough to take some serious hits. Adding more to the EST-BL´s ruggedness, the front shocks are located behind their shock tower for maximum protection in case of a rollover, while captured hinge pins throughout make for a hassle-free maintenance.

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March 17, 2010

ABEC35 Type-X Pan car bearings

ABEC35 Type-X Pan car bearings

Ball bearing specialist, ABEC35, have released new ball bearings for most 1/12 pan chassis and 1/10 World GT Class. Based on their Type-X technology, oiled with rubber shields, economy and ceramic hybrid. They claim that these ball bearings are as smooth as metal shielded ball bearings and protect against hair from indoor carpet tracks. Available in model FR2-5 (1/8×5/16 x9/64F) and model FR168 (1/4×3/8 x1/8F).

Source: ABEC35 [abec35.com]


March 17, 2010

Team Epic motor dyno

Team Epic motor dyno

Team Epic have released this 7.4v powered motor dyno that allows you to test brushless motors with out the need of hooking up a speed control. Gives you KV, RPM and amp draw at user set voltage input and there is a mode for testing the function of the sensor to make sure it is functioning correctly. Runs off a standard 7.4V LiPo battery pack, so no big power supply is needed and it is small light and easy to transport to and from the track.

Source: Team Epic [teamepiconline.com]


March 16, 2010

Mega ZX21 & ZX12 DS4 engines

Mega ZX21 & ZX12 DS4 engines

Mega have released the latest generation DS4 ZX21 and ZX12 engines, the result of continuous development in cooperation with the Mega racing team and Picco. The ZX21 3.5cc circuit engine features a new 7 port ABC set, new cooling head with 3-fin combustion chamber and crankshaft with new timing. Also available in the hand tuned EM version, it additionally sports a black case, lightweight crankshaft, hand selected piston & liner and hand work on the porting. The ZX12 2.1cc engine has a new cooling head and new back plate, with the EM version sporting the same upgrades as on the ZX21 version.

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