January 4, 2012

JConcepts 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 SCT body

JConcepts introduces the 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 SCT body. Starting with its low-profile design, beefy fenders and noteworthy Silverado appearance, the 1500 SCT body is inspired by the looks of a class leading full-size pick-up, loaded with performance and Hi-Flow features. Fitting on 6 different trucks as a direct fit and over 9 different vehicles overall, the Chevy 1500 is just what you have been looking for. The air escape package on the Silverado consists of user friendly trim-out areas which have been strategically placed to ensure a clean race-able look that minimizes the trouble-some parachute effect. The large Hi-Flow areas are depressed into the body which allows the user to simply score the bottom pocket and pop-out for instant results. The Hi-Flow, reverse, hood-scoop, used predominantly as an under air release feature, blends beautifully into the sculpted extra-clearance fenders while releasing the front end of inner pressure.

View another image of the body here


January 4, 2012

AS Hobby Racing Zytech Ginetta body

AS Hobby Racing Zytech Ginetta body

AS Hobby Racing in Italy have released the their 1/8th Zytech Ginetta body. Designed by Pietro Corradini, who has worked in the Ferrari Formula 1 team for 35 years, the body has been tested on the track of Cassino “Lamberto Collari” and Fiorano “Jody Scheckter” with excellent results.

Source: AS Hobby Racing [ashobbyracing.it]


January 4, 2012

Ronald Volker wins VRC EP World title

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Yokomo/LRP ace Ronald Völker has added a second VRC Pro World Championship title to his impressive racing legacy. After already winning in 2008 he was now victorious in the 2011 VRC Pro worlds held at the Eppelheim track, the very same track where the LRP Touring Car Masters will be held end of March. In the final Ronald was challenged by Martin Wollanka from Austria who managed to stay within 3 tenths of Ronald but a crash in lap 11 put him 2 seconds back and although he was able to make 2 tenth up in the next 5 laps Ronald ‘Mr. Consistent’ Völker cruised home with a 3.5 second gap at the finish line on Wollanka.

Read the full report here.


January 2, 2012

EcoPower 5000mAh 30C hard case LiPo

EcoPower 5000mAh 30C hard case LiPo

EcoPower products are a new brand from A Main Hobbies to fill the void between their signature brand, ProTek R/C, and generic alternatives available overseas. The result is a combination of high quality, low-cost products backed by award-winning customer service and support. The first battery available under the EcoPower brand is a ROAR approved 7.4V 5000mAh 2S 30C hard case LiPo pack. EcoPower batteries are tested in house, ensuring that they deliver accurate specifications and reliable power at a price that is geared towards value conscious customers.

Source: A Main Hobbies [amainhobbies.com]


January 2, 2012

Exotek TCX-XS chassis & top plate

Exotek TCX-XS chassis & top plate

Exotek have released this ultra narrow TCX-XS liPo chassis. This extra soft chassis is aggressively shaped for extra flex over the stock TCX chassis and uses US made bi-directional layup carbon fiber for maximum flex traits. The rear section has added cut outs for greater flex at the motor mount for increased rear end stability allowing you to drive into corners harder and power out faster. Great chassis to have to extend tire wear and generate maximum grip for controlled tire races. Also for the TCX is this extra soft top plate, which has been aggressively shaped for extra flex over the stock TCX top plate and uses US made bi-directional layup carbon fiber for maximum flex traits. Greater overall flex for increased rear end stability allowing you to drive into corners harder and power out faster. Great tuning aid to have to extend tire wear and generate maximum grip for controlled tire races.

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January 2, 2012

Sanwa SRG-BRX & SRG-BLS servos

Sanwa SRG-BRX & SRG-BLS servos

Two new servos from Sanwa starting with the SRG-BRX Servo, which is best suited for 1/8 onroad, 1/10 touring car and 1/10 buggy classes. It features low friction ball bearings, extremely tough metal gearing and an efficient brushless motor. With its super fast reaction time of 0.06 seconds (40°) the SRG-BRX is first class when it comes to fast and accurate responding behavior. The Sanwa SRG-BLS Low Profile is a touring car servo which is ultra precise, ultra tough and ultra fast. Equipped with a brushless motor und low friction ball bearings it is very efficient and direct. The Sanwa SRG-BLS can be used in Sanwa Super Response-Mode.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]


January 1, 2012

Evo-WorkShop MRX5 alloy chassis

Evo-WorkShop MRX5 alloy chassis

Evo-WorkShop has launched a 7075-T6 aluminium alloy chassis for the Mugen MRX5. The enhanced ventilation and precise CNC cut offer advantages in terms of stiffness which provide mechanical strength and directional stability, while being particularly lightweight.

View another image of the chassis here


December 30, 2011

BZM Micro 28.5TT engine

BZM Micro 28.5TT engine

BZM Micro have released their next level of engine innovation and tech, the 28.5TT (Torque Tune) which has been developed for the requirements of the new 4×4 Largescale cars now available. With the extra weight of the 4×4s you need more punch to get you going so they have moved the port diagram slightly to promote the engines torque lower down the rev range. They have also introduced a dome piston to the TT variant. They have also produced a Losi exhaust system which has been designed in association with VRC to their specification and which has some neat features exclusively available to to BZM Micro.

Source: BZM Micro [bzm-micro.com]


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