December 29, 2009

Corally RDX Phi 09 straight front & rear wishbones

Corally RDX Phi 09 straight front & rear wishbones

Corally have released new straight front and rear wishbones for their RDX Phi 09. The rear wishbones are designed to allow the mounting of the shocks and anti roll bar on the front side of the rear wishbones. Also the shock positions on the rear wishbones can also be positioned in between the standard positions just by turning the wishbone. Designed to fit onto the current Phi chassis, the wishbones are sold in pairs.

Source: Corally [corally.com]


December 29, 2009

Aussies rule VRC 1:8 World Championships

Aussies rule VRC 1:8 World Championships

In the end he made the (almost) perfect run to win the 2009 VRC World Championship title in 1:8: Matt Kellett. The win for the young Australian driver was backed up by another Aussie Chris Stack. The 2 Italian front runners Mingotti and Parisi both had problems with the AI and with some of their pitstops, loosing them valuable time against Kellett. Kiwi Daniel Burrows just missed 3rd by some 11 seconds to make it a full podium for the racers from down under.

Continue reading the report here


December 29, 2009

Team Epic High performance BL motor oil

Team Epic High performance BL motor oil

Team Epic have released this high performance brushless motor oil, a synthetic ball bearing oil blended for BL modified and spec motors. Despite the high heat and RPM produced by the BL motor, the specially formulated oil will not break down and keep your bearings running smooth.

Source: Team Epic [teamepiconline.com]


December 28, 2009

Serpent S8XX 1/8th scale buggy – Part 2

Serpent S8XX 1/8th scale buggy - Part 2

Following on from last week’s release by Serpent showing the first CAD images of the new Billy Easton designed S8XX, the Dutch company have released the 2nd part of their 4 part interview along with the first images of the chassis itself. The company’s first move into the offroad market, they are also expected to be releasing a truggy, as well as an electric version, in the near future with a ready-to-race version expected also.

Click here for another image and the 2nd part of the interview


December 28, 2009

Reedy 4000mAh 30C 6.6V LiFe battery

Reedy 4000mAh 30C 6.6V LiFe battery

Reedy’s high-capacity 4000mAh 30C Competition LiFe battery is perfect for modified class racing or any class where lower voltage improves lap times. Durable 30C 6.6V LiFe batteries deliver similar results in a relatively safe, fast-charging, and reliable package and these qualities also make this battery perfect for Spec Class club racing programs. Reedy LiFe batteries come with low resistance 4mm socket connections with a 2mm balancing port, while a hard case maintains the integrity of the cells and meets EFRA’s dimensional guidelines and rules package for 2010.

Source: Reedy [reedypower.com]


December 28, 2009

Serpent 720 Rear suspension upgrade set

Serpent 720 Rear suspension upgrade set

Serpent have introduced this 2009 rear suspension upgrade-set for 720 racers. This set allows you to mount the supplied rear uprights and rear lower arms of the 733 to your Serpent 720, the resulting offset will allow for more rear end grip and better cornering. For this the longer pivot balls are needed, which are also supplied.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


December 28, 2009

ABEC35 MR115 Type-X Ball bearings

ABEC35 MR115 Type-X Ball bearings

ABEC35 has introduced the popular 5x11x4mm ball bearings in Type-X specifications, types XSO and XCO. Both feature non contact rubber shields and come lightly oiled and ready to use. Type-X ball bearings are specially made for R/C cars with dedicated radial play and lubrication and are very low friction, withstanding alignment issues found in composite/plastic parts. Suitable for Tamiya, HPI, Traxxas and Duratrax cars, bulk packages and ball bearing sets are now available.

Source: ABEC35 [abec35.com]


December 27, 2009

CSO Velox V10 option parts

CSO Velox V10 option parts

More new products from CSO, this time for the all new Shepherd Velox V10. For the 2-speed gearbox, there is a new lightweight 2 speed shaft that has been hollowed out to reduce overall weight while retaining its strength, while at the heart of the gearbox itself there is a new 2-speed adapter that has been made from Aircraft grade titanium for light weight, long durability and high strength. Finally there is also a new middle shaft, which too has been made from 64 titanium for extra weight benefits without sacrificing strength.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]