February 21, 2009

VRC Column – Promo site & Evolva M3

VRC Column - Promo site & Evolva M3

VRC has been spreading information about VRC PRO mainly through these columns which appear in leading r/c car magazines and websites. Middle of February VRC will launch its VRC PRO promotional site which will give you an insight in what is to be expected in VRC PRO, details to be announced on the official VRC website at www.virtualrc.com. We have stated before in these columns that VRC PRO will be a project continuously developing, new features will be made available on the fly with the integrated software updater keeping everybody’s VRC installations up to date. So don’t expect everything you will find on the VRC PRO promotional website to be available at the first launch. The main focus will be on nitro and electric on-road in 1:10 and 1:8 scale with off road and other classes to follow later.

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February 21, 2009

Mugen release 2009 range of caps

Mugen release 2009 range of caps

Following on from the range of caps released last year, Mugen have announced the release of their 2009 range of team caps. Similar in layout to the 2008 hats, featuring the latest Mugen logo embroidered on the front, the new cap has a slightly different design and the colours are also different, coming now in navy, black and ivory. Available in 2 sizes for the different extremities of head sizes.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]


February 21, 2009

O’Donnell Z01-B Team Buggy LE 2-in-1 kit

O’Donnell Z01-B Team Buggy LE 2-in-1 kit

Incorporating all the latest technology, the O’Donnell Z01-B Team Limited Edition kit offers modelers two kits in one – at no additional cost. Focusing on a completely new front end design with longer wheelbase and lighter weight materials, this Limited Edition kit features new front arms, caster blocks, steering knuckles and shock tower. Lightweight extended front wheel hubs and a redesigned carbon front fibre top plate are part of the package. A revised carbon fiber servo tray, Ackerman steering rack and lightweight large diameter 83mm x 43mm dish wheels are included. Add in a compact battery box with carbon fibre support plate and two lids (one for LiPo and one for NiMH), a compact receiver box and an extended wing mount for improved stability. The Z01-B Team Upgrade Kit will be packaged together (for a limited time) with the original Z01-B, giving modelers a choice of building options.

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February 20, 2009

Trinity Grand Prix Racing kit

Trinity Grand Prix Racing kit

Similar to the COT Racing Kit, Trinity are now offering those just looking to get into the hobby, or those individuals or Shops looking for a Spec Racing Class, the company’s popular 21.5 Duo BL motor and EP 4000 25C LiPo as a ‘Grand Prix Racing kit’ for only $109.99, a big reduction on the MSRP of $224.00. By giving those who are just looking to get into the hobby an affordable solution to get started, Trinity hope to make the hobby keep growing and growing. You can order these kits directly through Trinity or at your local Hobby Shop (prices may vary). This set will Fit all types of RC cars, On or Off-Road, as well as Most Rock Crawlers.

Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]


February 20, 2009

PSM Racing Hyper 9 ball steering balls

PSM Racing Hyper 9 ball steering balls

New from PSM Racing are these steering balls that are designed to not allow the ball joint to pop off in the event of a crash or just from hard racing. Coming in anodised blue, grey or silver, they have been made from high grade aluminium and are suitable for the Hobao Hyper 8.5 and 9. Sold in a set of 2 and supplied with the screws.

Source: PSM [psm-racing.com]


February 20, 2009

O.S Engines Pro modified .21 VZ-B V-Spec

O.S Engines Pro modified .21 VZ-B V-Spec

New from O.S Engines, is the pro modified version of the .21 VZ-B V-Spec, which sports special enhancements for exceptional performance. Every upgrade to the engine is done by hand in the U.S. by a skilled technician, and all for the aspiring racer who wants a performance advantage over the competition running stock. The upgrades include a hand selected and matched piston and liner, a drilled out cylinder head for lighter weight and better cooling, the engine gets a ceramic rear bearing, while a special coating on the lightened crankshaft prevents wear and finally tungsten weights in the crankshaft improve balance at higher RPMs.

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February 20, 2009

O’Donnell Racing 500cc Fuel bottle

O’Donnell Racing 500cc Fuel bottle

Made of durable white plastic, the O’Donnell Racing Fuel Bottle is designed to deliver 500cc of fuel quickly and efficiently. It features a machined threaded aluminium adapter with an O-ring seal that completely eliminates leaking. It also sports a black anodized aluminium neck that is angled at the top for easy reach to the fuel tank, while a protrusion on the neck allows the orange rubber cap to be placed securely while fueling the car, so as not to lose it. The O’Donnell logo is printed on the side of the bottle in orange.

Source: O’Donnell [odonnellracing.com]


February 20, 2009

Team Checkpoint 3600mAh 30C LiPo pack

Team Checkpoint 3600mAh 30C LiPo pack

Team Checkpoint have released this 7.4V 3600mAh LiPo battery pack, which features factory-matched cells wired for balancing, with a 30C continuous discharge rate. This battery pack delivers wheelie-popping, street racing power in sport applications and is ideal for racing with stock or super stock motors, or in high bite conditions. Comes supplied in a hard case and is ROAR approved.

Source: Team Checkpoint [bestrc.com]


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