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June 2, 2010

Protoform D-HD Oval race body

In an effort to keep in step with what’s running up front on the real 1:1 oval tracks, Protoform is proud to release the all-new D-HD Oval race body. Once again this body is a natural evolution of previous designs and features all the state-of-the-art aero-tweaks that are standard on the Nationwide Series stock cars. The left side now allows even more clearance for the extremely offset batteries that are so popular. The testing has indicated that D-HD body allows your car to turn in as hard as any Protoform body design to date. It’s suited for carpet racing as well as capped tire asphalt racing.

View more images of the new body here

May 27, 2010

Bitty Design 8ight EU Fighter shell

Having shown us their prototype Losi 8ight EU Fighter body shell last month, Bitty Design were in touch to tell us that their new body has been finalised and is now available. The new EU style shell features a fin along the top along with more pronounced channel over the back of the car to improve the downforce in high speed turns. Also thanks to a new air scoop situated along the side of the cockpit, the throttle and brake linkages don’t rub off the inside of the shell when in operation. Developed by Factory Losi driver Riccardo Rabitti, this new body has already won the 2nd round of the Italian Championships.

View more images of the shell here

May 27, 2010

HPI Curved scissors

HPI’s new curved scissors claim to be the best way to cut the polycarbonate plastics used to make their unique bodyshells. The short, curved blades let you work around delicate curves and wheel openings, getting you a concours-winning finish in no time.

Source: HPI [hpieurope.com]

May 26, 2010

Team Titan Blitz MBX6 shell & 84mm buggy wheels

New from Team Titan is this Blitz MBX6 body shell. Featuring more front downforce than the original body, it gives less air time for quicker jumps. Extra space around the rear also gives better engine cooling. Made from high quality 1.0mm or 1.5mm thick polycarbonate with a protective film on the outside, it is supplied with high quality windows masks and decals. Also new from Team Titan is their new big diameter 84mm buggy wheel. Designed to fit the most popular 1/8th off road racing tires from the U.S. it is made from lightweight and high impact resistant nylon and is available in white and fluorescent yellow.

View more body shell shots here

May 26, 2010

Hudy Electric touring car body gauge

New from Hudy is this simple and unique body gauge for checking electric touring body and wing sizes for IFMAR, ROAR, FEMCA and EFRA rules. Measures track-width, body height, rear body clearance, wing side dams, and wing angle. A must have for tracks & clubs and serious racers.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

May 24, 2010

Roche Ceramic bearings & Carbon wing holders

Roche RC’s new ceramic ball bearings are made from pure silicon nitride material that are 60% lighter in weight and 7 times harder than steel. Friction is reduced to near zero, so your car acceleration and top speed will be even better. Both sides of the bearings feature low contact labyrinth type rubber seals which after a few runs you will notice get even smoother when the bearing do a matching groove on the inner seal. Something we covered previously, the carbon wing holder is now on the market and the kit includes 2pcs of carbon wing supports, 3×8 flat head alum screws & 3mm lock nuts with the screws available in gold, green, purple and red.

View the carbon wing holders here

May 24, 2010

Spec-R AD-R 1/10 Mini TC body

New from Spec-R is this new 1/10 mini size touring car body that is designed to provide lots of downforce and excellent handling on the track. The new AD-R 1/10 mini TC shell is made from high quality lexan and comes supplied with protective overspray mask.

View another image of the shell here

May 21, 2010

JConcepts Short Course Update

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Check out some of JConcepts latest offerings for the HPI Blitz and the Kyosho Ultima SC. There are updated decals for the Truth and Dare bodies and the Manta body is a direct fit for the new Kyosho Ultima SC.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]