December 4, 2008

Hot Bodies Moorespeed 908 bodyshell

Hot Bodies, under the Moorespeed label, have released this new 908 bodyshell, which has been designed for 1/12th scale circuit racing. This totally new design was developed from the ground up to be the ideal bodyshell for a wide range of racers and tracks. The air rushing over the bodyshell starts at the ground-level splitter and is forced over the front wheels and around the closed cockpit by sculpted flow channels. Ridges over the front wheels disrupt the air just enough to break it loose over the wheel arches until it flows back down slightly over the middle section of the body. The closed cockpit area helps stabilize the air as it rushes over the midsection, which hugs the battery and electronics area of the car chassis as closely as possible. As the air meets the rear wheels, further ducting and vertical supports direct the air over the rear spoiler, where a huge amount of downforce is created. Molded from crystal clear polycarbonate, it features clear overspray film, a pre-cut vinyl window mask sheet, and a decal sheet with headlights and Hot Bodies logos. Also available in lightweight version.

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December 4, 2008

Associated B4/T4 Spur Gears for BL

Associated have released a new pair of spur gears for the B4 and T4 2wd off roaders. Available in 72T and 75T, the new smaller 48 pitch design is for gear ratios used with 17.5, 13.5 and 10.5 brushless stock motors. This allows the use of smaller sized pinion gears, while also moves the motor forward for better balance and more predictable handling. Also compatible with the Losi XXX and XXX-T, with the addition of a separate slipper pad and outer slipper hubs.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

December 3, 2008

Reedy Logo Racing team T-Shirt

Reedy have released some new racing team t-shirts. Featuring a fresh new logo screen printed on classic black or white 100% cotton T-shirt ‘exemplifies the brand’s no nonsense, pure performance philosophy’. The front features a large version of the logo across the chest, while the back has a smaller more subtle logo just below the neck.

Source: Reedy [rc10.com]

December 2, 2008

HPI Racing Cyber 10B buggy

We showed you some photos of the new Cyber 10B over a week ago and we said we would find out more information on the car, well we have. HPI Japan have replied and told us that the car will be released under the HPI brand, not the Hot Bodies brand, and is aimed slightly lower down the competition scale than the Yokomo B-Max, designed for use by beginners and intermediate racers. The car accepts a stick pack, which means the batteries can be shared also with a 2wd chassis for example and the 10B is very simple to work on, with minimum adjustments. However they do say that there will be option parts released to increase its performance and setting possibilities. The car is due for release in February 2009.

Image: Hobby Media [hobbymedia.it]

December 2, 2008

Shepherd Velox 2009 Chassis plate

Team Shepherd have announced the release of the new 2009 chassis plate for the Velox. It features a cutout in the front into which an additional 30g weight can be mounted as well as 4 holes on the sides for an additional 70g of weight. By mounting up to 100g on the very bottom of the chassis the centre of gravity is much lower and the performance is increased. It is highly recommended to use the new chassis with the 30g front weight as it increases the stability of the chassis.

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December 2, 2008

LRP Quadra-Pro Charger

LRP have announced the Quadra Pro, a small and compact all-round charger, featuring an integrated power supply that automatically switches between 100-240V input voltage for trouble-free usability worldwide. The Quadro Pro features an easy to use menu structure known from the Pulsar models, with various different functions. Whether you want to adjust the parameters, set your user profiles or condition your batteries, the Quadra Pro Charger is a good choice. Suitable for use with NiMH, NiCd, LiPo & LiFePo.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

December 1, 2008

BMT 081 Rally Game chassis

Long standing Italian manufacturer BMT are close to releasing their latest Rally game chassis, the 081. This new chassis has completely revised geometry, better weight distribution and a lower centre of gravity compared its predecessor. The car, in the hands of super quick Italian racer, Francesco Tironi, was used to win the RG class at last weekends Kyosho/ Sirio Cup in Greece. Due to the country’s rules, Tironi had fitted a 2 speed gearbox to his car, something that is normally not allowed in the rules, and despite breaking a 1st gear in the race was able to stay out in front and take home the win.

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December 1, 2008

O.S. Engines .21 VZ-B V-Spec II

O.S. Engines have released the engine that Atsushi Hara clinched the 1/8 Scale Buggy World Championships with. The .21 VZ-B V-Spec II features a lightened V-shaped machined head for a lowered C of G and cooler running. Better fuel mileage is now standard due to the new carb insert and racers will continue to appreciate the hardened, chrome plated, 4-port cylinder and liner for high durability and long life.

Source: OS Engines [osengines.com]

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