January 11, 2011

Taylor Peterson to run Nitrotane

Taylor Peterson to run Nitrotane

Team Losi were in contact to tell us that Mugen driver Taylor Peterson will run their Nitrotane fuel this coming season. “I will be starting the 2011 Race season using Nitrotane Fuel. I would like to thank them for the opportunity to run what I believe the best fuel out there, I will work hard to get great results and look forward to working together at the track. :) On that note I would like to take the time to thank EB Mods for their support this past season with their fuel. They are a great company and I wish nothing but success for them!”

Source: Losi [losi.com]


January 11, 2011

Serpent Cobra aluminium steering blocks

Serpent Cobra aluminium steering blocks

New from Serpent for their S811 Cobra buggy are these left and right aluminium steering blocks. Precision machined from 7075 T6 aluminium they are extremely stiff and durable and offer a perfect bearing fit. Grey anodised and laser engraved, they are sold in a pair.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


January 11, 2011

S-Workz S350 BK-1 Pro kit – Update

S-Workz S350 BK-1 Pro kit - Update

Having brought you details and CAD images of the new S-Workz S350 BK1 Pro kit buggy, the company have released this first photo of the car. We have also been told that the car will be shown in full for the first time at next month’s toy fair in Nuremberg.

Source: S-Workz [sworkz.com]


January 11, 2011

DE Racing Trinidad wheels for XXX-SCT

DE Racing have released their supper detailed scale wheel for the Losi XX-SCT. Manufactured in the U.S.A. from the finest possible materials and utilizing an advanced ribbing design, these wheels offer strength and durability while still remaining lightweight. Intended for the highest levels of competition, they also feature ROAR legal widths and bead diameters in a one piece glueable design.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]


January 10, 2011

GQ 1/8th scale soft rims

GQ 1/8th scale soft rims

GQ Tires have announced their new 1/8th scale soft rims and now offers two rim choices for RC racers. GQ’s Pro Rim is a stiff rim that is suitable for warm weather racing and on smooth, high grip, and/or fast surfaces, while their new high tech ‘Soft Rim’ is suitable for racing in cooler weather along with bumpy and low traction surfaces and/or tracks with tight turns that are more technical in design. The ‘Soft Rims’ are stiff on the outer edge which maintains corner speeds then soften going toward the inner edge. This softening of the rims is what gives these tires the extra traction on the types of surfaces mentioned.

Source: GQ [gqamerica.com]


January 10, 2011

Schumacher Cougar SV optional chassis & top deck

Schumacher Cougar SV optional chassis & top deck

Schumacher have announced the release of two new products for the Cougar SV 2wd buggy. The new chassis and top deck set has been developed over several months by their high level team drivers in a variety of conditions. The chassis is 8mm longer than the standard kit which significantly changes the weight balance of the car, while the weight distribution is now shifted further towards the rear which makes the car more stable, easier to drive and offers better rear traction on medium to low grip surfaces. In addition to the chassis, the above longer top deck is also required. Once again it has been developed by their team to provide the optimal flex for this chassis design.

View the longer top deck here


January 10, 2011

JConcepts Ford Raptor SVT O.S.F.M. body

JConcepts introduces the ‘one-size fits most’ ROAR National Champion winning Ford Raptor SVT body.   With an ever increasing number of SCT trucks on the market a need for a body that is extremely versatile is in demand. With no pre-determined marks JConcepts hits demand with the popular Raptor SVT SCT-R body. Beginning with the latest in 1:1 truck detail by incorporating the latest treatment in grill and headlight design, adding street appeal, the front and rear fender flares provide the clearance necessary to run an assortment of tires and wheels while maintaining that exclusive design and look. Extended cab design with recessed side windows, louvers along the front hood highlight a number of the front-end styling cues. Deep recessed trim-out locations along the hood and bed area provide ample space for air relief cut-outs which reduce the parachute / blow-over affect that is so common in Short Course racing. Short course inspired bed area with incredible detail finish off this extraordinary, tough design.

View more images of the shell here


January 10, 2011

JConcepts 1979 Ford F-250 Ranger SCT body

Officially licensed by Ford, JConcepts introduces the 1979 Ford F-250 Ranger SCT body.  Built as they were in the good ole days, JConcepts has brought an essence of the 1979 truck together with the latest offerings in competitive Short Course Racing. With detailed 70’s styling, the hood scoop immediately is a standout retro feature which lends itself to the grill, fender and authentic 70’s cab styling. JConcepts left no detail untouched on bringing this old / new theme to the SCT crowd and most notably the rear roll bars and front to back horizontal body lines that give the “79” unmatched SCT realism. Like all JConcepts bodies, performance is always a top priority and the 1979 does not stop short in performance. The stance has been optimized utilizing dimensional aspects of the other popular JConcepts bodies, the Manta and Raptor SVT. Fits the Slash, Slash 4×4, SC10 and other similar SCT’s

View more images of the F-250 here


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