July 30, 2007

Hot Bodies IB4200 VR-1X cells

Hot Bodies IB4200 VR-1X cells

Hot Bodies have announced that they will soon start selling their new matched Intellect based IB4200 VR-1X cells, which provide lots of power and are also very reliable. The matched cells come sold in 3 different versions, the Competition type which as the name suggests is suited to the highest level of racing, the Racing type which is a good all round cell and the HG version which is a basic matched cell. Sold in packs of 6 cells, expect to see them available in August.

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July 30, 2007

Pit Work Clean Up

Pit Work Clean up

Korean company Pit Work have released this all purpose cleaner for model cars which is alcohol based and can be used to take grease and dirt off of motors, engines, tires and bodyshells. Called Clean Up, it is sold in a large 655ml spray canister and comes with two seperate nozzles for varying applications.

Source: Pit Work [pitwork.co.kr]


July 30, 2007

Moore-Speed Stratus Lightweight

Moore-Speed Stratus Lightweight

You might remember last week that we informed you about the new lightweight version of the Moore Speed Mazda 6 bodyshell. Well the diet seems to be spreading within Hot Bodies with the introduction of this new lightweight Dodge Stratus 190mm body shell, which like the other lightweight shells available are around 30 grams lighter than the standard versions.

Source: Hot Bodies [hbeurope.com]


July 29, 2007

Daily News Round-up

Red RC - Daily Round-up

A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:

> oOple has his complete report from the Buggy Euros now online – Link [oOple.com]
> Nanda podium finish at Sunshine Coast Cup Challenge – Link [buggy-sport.info]
> Pavidis and Hughes win Rd3 2007 SoCal Saturday Series – Link [neo-buggy.net]
> Linus Thern wins the Swedish Buggy Nationals – Link [minioffroad.se]
> Announcement, Nitro Cross World Champs – Link [neo-buggy.net]


July 29, 2007

Take Off Xray T2 screw set

Take Off Xray T2 screw set

Japenese company, Take Off, have released the latest addition to their product range with the introduction of their new Xray T2 series screw set. Coming in a handy compartmented plastic box, the screws are made in 3 different variations – titanium, anodised titanium and anodised duraluminium. The anodised versions are sold in 8 different colours – silver, light blue, blue, purple, black, red, pink and gold.

Source: Take Off [takeoff.main.jp]


July 29, 2007

Much More Tire Stackers

Much More Tire Stackers

Much More have released these handy new tire stackers, sold under the companys Sweep tire brand, that work with all type of touring car wheels. Sold in sets of 3, enough to hold up to 12 wheels in total, they are available in black, blue and red and are just another handy way to keep sets of tires bunched together.

Source: RC Forum [rcforum.co.kr]


July 29, 2007

OCM Racing pit mat

OCM Racing pit mat

New from OCM Racing is this mat for your pit area allowing you to show your allegiance to OCM while keeping your work space in order. Made from hard wearing black material, similar to door mats, it features a tribal design in the lower corners along with the OCM Racing logo in the center.

Source: OCM Racing [ocmracing.com]


July 28, 2007

Novak Sintered 13mm Tuning Rotor

Novak Sintered 13mm Tuning Rotor

Novak have introduced this sintered 13mm tuning rotor that has been designed to alter the feel and experience of driving a Novak motor, and offers a new dimension of tunability. With a slightly larger diameter and improved magnetic material, the rotor can withstand a higher temperature threshold, improving its durability while also increasing the natural drag brake and opening up the motor’s gearing window to improve drivability. The Sintered 13mm Tuning Rotor is compatible with the Novak Velociti-series, SS Pro-series brushless motors and any Novak 540-size brushless motors with an oversized front end bell bearing.

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