July 29, 2008

Caster Racing Big bore shocks

Caster Racing Big bore shocks

Caster Racing have released these new gun metal grey anodized aluminium big bore shock kits. Sold as a pair, the front and rear have different part numbers for buggy. Also supplied with blue springs, they claim to be unbelieveable quality for the price. These should also work on various other manufacturers chassis’ with little or no modification necessary and everything is included except shock oil, which is sold separately.

Source: Caster Racing [casterracingusa.com]


July 29, 2008

VP-Pro Performance Airfilter series

VP-Pro Performance Airfilter series

VP-Pro Racing have released this new air filter set for the Xray 808 buggy. A proven product that has worked with Losi and Mugen buggies, VP-Pro are now releasing their foam filters for the popular Xray buggy. Available in packs of 10.

Source: VP-Pro [vp-racing.com]


July 29, 2008

X-Factory E-Speed option parts

X-Factory E-Speed option parts

Fresh from winning his third National Championships, British off-road racer Ellis Stafford is proud to announce four new products in the E-Speed line of parts. These new CNC machined parts are made from 3mm carbon fibre and fit both the X Factory X–5 and the Losi XX-4 for both improved performance and increased durability.

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July 29, 2008

LRP Hi Temp Silicone Diff Oil

LRP Hi Temp Silicone Diff Oil

LRP have announced the release of a completely new line of high-quality, temperature resistance 100% silicone oil for gear differentials. With this new line of diff oils you are able to fine tune the balance of your car for any surface and track conditions. In off road it’s also extremely important to continuously update the car’s setup to the always changing track conditions and so LRP offers the diff oils in 10 different thickness from 1,000 to 50,000.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]


July 29, 2008

Much More Silcone fuel tubing

Much More Silcone fuel tubing

Korean company Much More have released a new line of heavy duty, high grade, high quality silicone fuel tubing. Many unidentified nitro engine issues can often be caused by cracks or leaks in the tubing. Much More’s fuel tubing resolves this issue as it flexes easily to prevent cracks, yet is thicker and more durable than standard fuel tube. Available in natural blue or black colour, it is sold in 1m lengths.

Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]


July 29, 2008

Upgrade RC Custom t-shirts

Upgrade RC Custom t-shirts

Upgrade RC have been in touch to tell us us of the release of their new Custom Shirts. Made from high quality 100% cotton, you can customize the shirt by adding both your name and, if you wish, your country’s flag on the sleeve. As an option, you can also add the Upgrade logo to the front of the shirt, which is available in a number of different versions. Check out this t-shirt and more on Upgrade RC’s all new website.

Source: Upgrade RC [upgrade-rc.com]


July 29, 2008

Craft RC Wing Graphic decals

Craft RC Wing Graphic decals

Craft RC have announced the release of their new 1/8 Buggy & Truggy Wing decal series for JConcepts, Proline, Xray, Kyosho and Losi brands. As with all their their previous decals they are made from top quality material which is easy to apply and lasts a long time.

Source: Craft RC [craftrc.com]


July 28, 2008

Olympics to cause RC fuel price increase

Olympics set to cause RC fuel price increase

There has been much talk recently about the short supply of nitro but it would appear the up coming Olympic Games in China will cause a price increase of between 15 & 20% in the retail price of model car fuel. The biggest reason for the increase is that the main factories supplying nitro to model fuel manufacturers have been closed for the duration of the games as the Chinese try to reduce air pollution levels to those set out by the International Olympic Committee.

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