January 9, 2008

LRP S8 BX Team buggy

LRP S8 BX Team buggy

LRP has announced the release of their own 1/8th scale buggy called the S8 BX. Similar to the Z-car from SH Engines, it features an angled engine mount, that combined with centrally mounted radio components guarantees optimum weight distribution. Due to this centred chassis layout the S8 BX is easy to handle and the cornering ability is outstanding, especially through chicanes it will amaze you! The revolutionary rear suspension design with active caster gives the car an improved shock absorbing characteristic and makes stability and agility a standard feature. The new system results in smoother and better handling even under roughest track conditions. The S8 BX is completely realised in no e-clip design.

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January 8, 2008

MaxAmps 7.4V LiPo Saddle Packs

MaxAmps 7.4V LiPo Saddle Packs

MaxAmps have released the ultimate upgrade for any vehicle that takes a 6 cell saddle pack of Sub C NiMH cells, with the release of a range of LiPo saddle packs. Sold in 6000mAh and 4000mAh, these 7.4V packs  are hard cased and simply drop into your car with no modification necessary. Super lightweight, they offer twice the capacity as normal NiMH for the same weight and can maintain a maximum discharge of 90Amps.

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January 8, 2008

Atomic Carbon S2 buggy pics

Atomic Carbon S2 buggy pics

Jimmy over at oOple managed to get some first pictures of the new Atomic Carbon S2, a car that has been around all year in various guises, gradually evolving until a layout that worked was arrived at. This, the pre-production car, is a work of art – losing any rough edges the prototypes might have had and with a swish new carbon laminate tub chassis specially made for this car. A new 4-gear gearbox and cell layout distinguish this car from the prototypes and the car should be available as a conversion for the popular RC10B4 from Associated. Also spotted was the new 4wd chassis from Atomic Carbon, that sports donor parts from the Associated B44 and a newly designed front end, but he unfortunately wasnt allowed to take any pictures of it.

Go to oOple to get more close up pictures of the S2.

Source: oOple [oople.com]


January 7, 2008

Vantage Racing Pro Mat

Vantage Racing Pro Mat

Vantage Racing, makers of all tings carbon, have introduced their new Pro Mat which measures 19 x 31 inches and is made of the same tough and flexible material that they make wet suits from. The mat easily rolls up for storage, and it’s large enough to cover up your work station or pit table, perfect for racers who need an easy to transport and large mat to wrench on.

Source: RCCA [rccaraction.com]


January 7, 2008

JConcepts Illuzion Rustler VXL Body

JConcepts Illuzion Rustler VXL Body

The Hi-Speed style is the latest body shell design for the Traxxas Rustler VXL truck by JConcepts. The Illuzion Hi-Speed styling presents a flowing design while incorporating many radical outlets and coves for additional air flow for electrical cooling, while this body is also the first to include a separate rear wing with side dams that attaches to the rear of the truck bed for superior fit and finish. Race inspired aggressive styling, Illuzionized cab and cove hood scoop combined with a durable flowing bed design are just some of the features that make the new Illuzion Hi-Speed body stand out from the rest.

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January 6, 2008

Dace MFG Mugen Pillow Balls

Dace MFG Mugen Pillow Balls

Dace Manufacturing have released this set of 4 pillow balls for use with Mugen buggies and truggies. They are 2.5mm longer than stock allowing more threads to bite in the a-arm, those that run wider set-ups will really benefit from the longer threads. The ball ends are specially coated to make them incredibly durable and Dace offers a lifetime guarantee on these balls, replacing them if they come apart.

Source: Dace MFG [dacemfg.com]


January 6, 2008

DXF Competition 1/8 Classic chassis

DXF Competition 1/8 Classic chassis

Back in September, we showed you CAD images of the DXF Competition Classic 2wd car, and since then the French company have been busy finishing the project and here are the first pictures of their all new car. Sporting a very simple and neat rear end with what looks like a gear differential, there is an engine monoblock, the radio plate sports a purpose made fuel tank and the front end looks very nice featuring plenty of adjustment. Expect it to be available in the end of January.

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January 6, 2008

Motonica P8.0R WC 2008 Upgrade set

Motonica P8.0R WC 2008 Upgrade set

Our site sponsors, the Border, has got the first information on the new 2008 Motonica P8.0R, as used by Dario Balestri at the World Championships in Argentina. The upgrade set isnt yet available but pre orders are being taken and it includes quite a few major new parts including an updated chassis plate, radio plate, fuel tank, front bulkheads, rear body mount and front shock tower. The upgrade set is supplied with a CD that contains the instruction manual.

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