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April 19, 2008

Henderson wins 1/12th at ROAR Region 5

Team Associated has a report from the ROAR Region 5 On road Championships, hosted by Summit R/C Raceway, who provided the racers with a fast and flowing layout, with the exception of the S section coming onto the straight. Team driver Walter Hendersen went into the race with only one days testing with the new 12R5 and after a few small adjustments he was ready for the first day of qualifying, where he was able to secure the TQ spots in both Super Stock and Modified, both by over 2 laps. The mains went just as well for Walter, as he used his pole position to great effect, jumping straight into the lead and never looking back, taking both wins.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

April 18, 2008

Pro-Line B44 & B4 Vortex shells

New from Pro-Line for both the Associated B44 and B4, is the Vortex. Designed to give your car the latest in off-road styling and function, the Vortex was born from today’s top electric racer and IFMAR Off-Road World Champion, Ryan Cavalieri. “We need a body that will better cool the brushless systems we are using and looks like it is ready to compete,” says Ryan Cavalieri. So Ryan, along with Pro-Line’s body moulding expert, set out to create something that would improve the overall performance of the car’s electronics as well as the car’s performance on the track. With some unique cooling features, the Vortex received it’s name, which means ‘a whirling mass of air, especially one in the form of a visible column or spiral, as a tornado’. This is exactly what is created with such ventilation as the Vortex. Both bodies are made with Genuine GE .030 lexan and supplied with 2 medium down force wings, window mask, and Paint-then-peel overspray film.

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April 1, 2008

Diggity Designs B44 front shock tower

More new stuff for the Associated B44 from Diggity Designs, following last weeks release of the LiPo mount for the car. The same company have now announced the release of this super strong and lightweight 4mm thick carbon fibre front shock tower. Looking a bit beefier than the stock version, this option part also features a 3rd upper shock absorber mounting hole for more tuning possibilities.

Source: Diggity Designs [diggitydesigns.com]

March 28, 2008

Diggity Designs B44 LiPo Mount

Diggity Designs have added another buggy to their range of LiPo mounts, following the previous release of the option for the Academy SBV2. This new set is suitable for the Associated B44 4wd buggy and enables the car to be fitted with a range of modern hard cased LiPo saddle packs like those made from Trakpower and Maxamps. Made from carbon fibre, the set includes 2 braces and 4 standoffs and is super easy to install.

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March 26, 2008

Team Associated RC8 Factory parts

Team Associated have released a number of Factory team parts for the drive train of their RC8 1/8th scale buggy. RC8 Stub Axles and Input Cups, they are strong and lightweight, and have been made in the USA out of high-quality 7075-T6 aluminum. Reduce rotating weight by 55 grams when using the complete set of all three products Reducing rotating weight equals more punch, stronger brakes and more run time. Also released were a set of lightweight differential outdrives and shiny CV bones.

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March 19, 2008

JConcepts Illuzion RC10T4 Hi-Flow body

For the ultimate in form and function, JConcepts introduces the Hi-Flow body for the Associated RC10T4. The Illuzion “Hi-Flow” styling presents a flowing design while incorporating many radical edge styling details for additional style and performance. Race inspired aggressive styling, Illuzionized cab and cove hood scoop combined with a durable flowing bed design are just some of the features that make this body stand out. Made from clear heavy-duty thickness polycarbonate, it comes supplied with protective film, window masks and detailed Illuzion decal sheet.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

March 4, 2008

Team Associated RC8 parts

Team Associated have release some new items for their RC8 1/8th scale buggy, starting with these great new wheels. Excellent value for 1/8 scale enthusiasts, these lightweight, super-strong anti-wobble wheels stay true and resist bending under the toughest conditions. Each wheel is only 34 grams which means less rotating weight ensuring maximum punch, while a 4.2mm deep-set hex helps prevent the wheel from stripping and ruining your tires. Tough internal webbing with a central strengthening rib also helps prevents the wheel from warping or distorting and a half-depth vent hole allowing a choice of venting options. Sold in a pack of 4, they are available in white or yellow and work on other cars with the same size hex. Also new for the RC8, are internal snap rings, a perfect upgrade to bulletproof your cars shocks. Simply replace the stock G-ring shock retainers for an extra level of security and longevity for your RC8’s shocks.

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February 27, 2008

Reckward Tuning RC8 brackets

More new parts for the Associated RC8 from Reckward Tuning with the release of these 2 new lower wishbone suspension brackets. Made by Vita Tuning, the new pieces have been machined from aluminium and feature plastic inserts to allow you to adjust the angle of the included spring steel pivot pin and in turn the geometry of your suspension. As well as being able to adjust the roll centre settings, on the rear the user can also adjust the toe settings in 0.25 degree increments to achieve 2, 2.25, 2.5, 2.75 & 3 degrees.

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