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September 3, 2009

Venom LiPower LiPo Hard Case Race packs

Adding to Venoms LiPo line are 6 new battery packs ranging from a Sub C Style Stick Pack to 6300mah Hard Case Saddle Pack. Designed to handle the high-current demands of today’s R/C Power Systems, Venom Li-Power Lithium batteries feature fully enclosed hard cases to protect cells from the elements. All batteries in this series are equipped with Deans® connectors and feature up to 40C continuous bursts, 3C charge rates and Heavy-duty 12AWG wire leads with integrated balance connector plugs.

Source: Venom [venom-group.com]

September 2, 2009

CSO Serpent 966 pulley set

New from CSO is this range of pulleys for the Serpent 966 1/8th scale. Available for all pullies in the car, with the exception of the rear axle pulley, they are hard coated for extra durability and to help reduce dirt build up. Sold in a set of all 5 pieces (above), they are all also available seperately.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]

September 2, 2009

Sweep Racing EXP-36E 1/10 tires

Sweep Racing have released their new high traction type EXP-36E 1/10 on road rubber racing tire, which feature superior traction levels compared to the company’s successful Sweep ‘R’ and ‘QTS’ series tires. Using a new rubber compound to gain maximum traction, the diameter is in between the ‘R’ (65.5mm) and the ‘QTS’ (63.5mm), which is 64.5mm to work well on both carpet and asphalt surfaces. These tires, the first in their new EXP series, are designed for best use in track temperatures starting from 33 degrees celcius.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]

September 2, 2009

HoBao Hyper Sprint RTR Nitro Stock car

New from Hobao, this 1/8th scale sprint car is based on the 4-wheel drive Hyper 8.5 chassis and has extremely realistic and true to scale features. With the large adjustable wing, you can drift around your favorite dirt or paved oval track. The added bonus of 4WD makes for quick acceleration from corner to corner with complete control and confidence. It is amazing how much more fun oval racing can be when you have to turn right to go left.

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September 2, 2009

KM Racing Flywheel remover & Exhaust spray

KM Racing have released 2 new handy products for gas racers. First up is this handy red anodised flywheel removal tool, that like other versions on the market allows for the safe and easy removal of the flywheel from the engines crankshaft. The other new product from KM is this pipe protector spray that you use to coat your exhaust system and which helps prevent the build up dirt on the pipe to make for easy cleaning.

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September 1, 2009

ABEC35 Engine & Thrust bearings

Ball bearing company ABEC35 have released version 2 of their 7x19x6mm engine bearing. This new type features redefined radial play and inner diameter and each bearing comes with 2 contact rubber shields (1 black & 1 blue) and is greased. Suitable for off road conditions and if using them in on road simply take the blue shield away. Another new product is their thrust bearings (F5-10M 4.8/5.0) for Kyosho push type clutches. Comparing to the previous clutch bearings (F5-10M 5.0/5.2) they have over size balls, 9pcs x 2.0mm, for extended life.

Source: ABEC35 [abec35.com]

September 1, 2009

X-Factory X-6 Squared Plastic Flex chassis

X-Factory have announced the release of this new ‘plastic’ chassis for the National Champion X-6 Squared buggy. The first ones were ready just two weeks ago and were rushed to the Team for testing and Tom Cockerill used one to take a convincing win at the Blythe UK National. The new chassis is made of the same material as the original ‘graphite’ version, except that the carton fibres are replaced by fiberglass giving it a bit more flex. X-6 Squared kits will continue to be supplied with a graphite chassis, and the plastic ones will be available as an option.

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August 31, 2009

RB Shark 9 LE engine

To celebrate Renaud Savoya’s European title, RB have release this limited edition Shark 9 engine. This high performance engine has 3 ports with the multi exhaust system delivering an excellent power/fuel consumption rate. Featuring a 14mm long stroke balanced crankshaft with coated pin it is supplied with a turbo glow plug and combustion chamber as well as a 9mm carburetor provided with 6mm, 7mm and 8mm restrictors. This engine will also be delivered with complete in-line kit RB 2045P and compact manifold and as an extra gift comes with the RB Gas cooler. This special edition is limited to 400 units for the worldwide market and will be numbered and signed by Renaud himself.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]