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June 21, 2011

STRC Slash 4×4 GT-8/rally cross conversion kit

We showed you first pictures of STRC’s GT-8 rally cross conversion kit for the Traxxas Slash 4×4 before and now it is here. Designed to keep the general layout of the Slash and retaining a certain ground clearance the converted truck is able to run both in the parking lot and backyard, given the correct tyre choice. Due to the lightweight design the GT-8 offers a huge weight saving compared to a converted 1/8 scale buggy as the STRC converted vehicle weights at around 2320g to 2440g depending on the battery whereas a converted buggy easily breaks the 3600g mark. The kit contains a CNC-machined aluminium HD front bumper, bumper posts, front and rear lower hinge-pin block, bumper/gearbox brace, 17mm wheel adapters and nuts, as well as a 3mm graphite upper bumper hold down plate as well as all needed screws and hardware. Additionally needed are 1/8 scale GT/Rally Cross tyres and a suitable body shell. The conversion kit is available in blue, gun metal, silver and red anodising. Also available is a graphite low profile front body mount for bodies that have a lower profile front nose. The plate drops the front body mounting height by 6mm and using Traxxas Rustler/Stampede battery hold down posts by more than 10mm.

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June 20, 2011

Serpent 966 front upper suspension conversion kit

Serpent release conversion set for the front upper suspension to enable a newly developed geometry package for the 966. It moves the inner pivot-point of the upper arm more towards the outside allowing for the use of a very short upper arm giving a better steering feeling and an even easier to control front end. Roll-centre spacers and Nylon inserts help to adjust the front end geometry depending on the track conditions.

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June 20, 2011

Pro-Line close cell 2WD buggy front inserts

Pro-Line have send us a pic of their soon-to-be-released closed cell inserts for 1/10 2WD front tyres. The reusable lightweight inserts come balanced and are waterproof for maximum durability even in the worst possible track conditions.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

June 20, 2011

THE Engine

JQ Products got in touch to tell us about THE Engine. Rumour had it that JQ Products are going to release their own engine to go along with THE Car and now it is here. Being a high performance, proven short stroke engine produced in Japan the main goals of the design are a smooth power band, long runtime, ease of tuning and most of all, consistency and stable running along with the possibility for everyone to have 10 minutes runs without the need for refuelling. The engine with a bore of 16.6mm and a stroke of 16.0mm comes supplied with 7, 6.5 and 6mm Venturi inserts, a manifold gasket and dust caps. The release is expected to be late July.

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June 19, 2011

Axial crawler upgrades

Axial Racing have released a number of upgrades for their Wraith, SCX10 and AX10 crawlers. Starting with the 2.2 Racelinge Renegade wheels in black and two-tone black/chrome, the reinforced wheels feature additional material and ribbing for extra durability. The 12mm hex make them a direct fit on the Wraith crawler. Designed not only for the Wraith but also any other scale crawler build are the Corbeau LG1 scale racing seats. Available in grey and black the multi-part seats are highly detailed, resemble full-scale seats, come in set of two and also include a detailed sticker sheet.

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June 18, 2011

Pro-Line 2012 Ford Focus ST body

Pro-Line introduce the 2012 Ford Focus ST clear body for the Traxxas 1/16 rally chassis. Every detail was scaled down to give you the best looking rally car ever made. Whether you’re cruising down the street or tearing up the dirt your car will stand out from the crowd of stock bodies. Paint the body using your own custom paint scheme or use the colours of your favourite rally racer and pitch it sideways full throttle. Included are window masks and a sticker sheet including grille, lights and details.

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June 18, 2011

Pro-Line Revolver 2.0 VTR, closed cell inserts & Blockade tyres

Available soon are Pro-Line’s new Revolver 2.0 VTR truck tyre, VTR closed cell truck inserts and the new Blockade 1/8 scale buggy tyre. The Revolver 2.0 VTR 4.0” Off-Road 1/8 truck tyre is based on the original Revolver, which won the 2008 IFMAR World Championships at the Farm 2, in North Carolina. Subtle changes were made to the tread design that have resulted in better traction and faster lap times on a variety of racing surfaces. Available in Pro-Line’s M2 medium, M3 soft and M4 super soft rubber. Designed for the use with Pro-Line’s VTR line of 1/8 scale competition truck tyres are the updated VTR closed cell truck inserts. The inserts perfectly fit the shape of the tyre meaning no air gaps for a better support of the tyre and also a longer life of the insert even in harsh racing condition. The balanced and 100 percent water safe donuts are of a light weight and designed for tracks that desire a firmer insert. The Blockade 1/8 scale buggy tyre was seen before and finally hits the production status. The ROAR National title winning tyre features large lugs for extended tread life, a balanced tread spacing for optimised forward traction and a unique side tread.

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June 17, 2011

Robitronic body hole patches

Robitronic release body hole patches to strengthen weak body post drilling holes or to correct slightly misaligned break throughs. Made from transparent 0.7mm thick material and coming in a set of four adhesive Lexan patches with 5mm hole diameter and 6mm hole diameter.

Source: Robitonic [robitronic.com]