May 10, 2010

LRP VTEC high response tire insert

LRP VTEC high response tire insert

LRP have released this new VTEC 1/8 buggy high-response insert for competition 1/8 off road racing drivers. The new insert is developed using the latest 1/8 off road foam material, generating increased traction and durable performance to the tires. This new foam insert features grooved outside channels to perfectly fit into the tires stability ribs, minimizing the flex and slipping between the tires and the insert.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]


May 10, 2010

Core RC buggy tires & molded inserts

Core RC buggy tires & molded inserts

Core RC have introduced their new range of Off Road tires and molded inserts. The tires are a soft compound suitable for dirt and general low traction conditions and are available in the two pattern styles Multi Bow and Multi Block in 4wd front and rear. Supplied with matching lightweight red molded insert, these inserts are also available separately for front and rear and have been tested extensively by some of their top team drivers, being used to great effect at the BRCA British Open with Simon Moss taking the victory.

Source: Core RC [racing-cars.com]


May 9, 2010

Edam Racing 1/10th foam tires

EDAM Racing 1/10th foam tires

Edam Racing have introduced a new line of 1/10th scale foam tires. Made using the best foam sheets available, they come pre glued on either white or yellow feather light rims. Available in 26mm front and 30mm rear versions for 200mm racing and 30mm front and 40mm rears for 220mm racing.

Source: Edam [edam.com.tw]


May 5, 2010

Pro-Line Silverado for Blitz & M4 tires a-la-carte

Pro-Line Silverado for Blitz & M4 tires a-la-carte

Having already released a Chevy Silverado truck for the Slash and SC10, Pro-Line have now released a version for the HPI Blitz. With is bold off-road Short Course styling, extremely pronounced fenders for an attack-like stance, this officially licensed shell has been made from high quality crystal clear genuine GE lexan. Also, having released their 1/8th buggy Recoil, Hole Shot and Caliber patterns in super soft M4 compound last month, they have announced that these tires will be also now available without the insert, for those want to make their own selection.

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May 4, 2010

CA glue from Racing Experience

New from Racing Experience is this new formula CA glue for rubber tires. Working great whatever the hardness, even with the softest compounds, the new bottle and cap combination avoids caps sticking and any kind of leaking. This Racing Glue has been in testing by the whole Racing Experience team for some months now, in several countries, and is successfully used by one of the most famous tyres manufacturers in France.

Source: Racing Experience [racing-experience.fr]


May 4, 2010

CA glue from Racing Experience

CA glue from Racing Experience

New from Racing Experience is this new formula CA glue for rubber tires. Working great whatever the hardness, even with the softest compounds, the new bottle and cap combination avoids caps sticking and any kind of leaking. This Racing Glue has been in testing by the whole Racing Experience team for some months now, in several countries, and is successfully used by one of the most famous tyres manufacturers in France.

Source: Racing Experience [racing-experience.fr]


May 1, 2010

JConcepts Flip Outs, Punisher & SC Ford Raptor

JConcepts Flip Outs, Punisher & SC Ford Raptor

New from JConcepts, Flip Outs give drivers that tire in-between the Goose Bumps and Double Dees they have asked for. A very small pin construction makes up the foundation for the Flip Outs design and gives the grip when racers need it most, when the conditions are wet and green in the morning, traction is sometimes hard to come-by. Alternating center bar support provides the base for the forward traction while the small accommodating tapered pins provide the dig and flex under hard acceleration and cornering. Having shown the prototype Punisher shell for the Associated RC8B a while ago, it has been finalised and is now available. The slight cab-forward treatment is amongst the most aggressive in class giving the Punisher top notch performance, while a blended wing / body design gives additional down-force to the side-pods and windshield which increases drivability, corner speed and jump control. The rear base of the cab area represents the latest offering for 1/8th buggy racing featuring a super low profile design for increased engine cooling, air flow and escape.

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April 24, 2010

CRC True-All truer arbor & Blitz slipper clutch

CRC True-All truer arbor & Blitz slipper clutch

CRC have updated their True-All truer arbor, which has been updated for a better fit on more brands of wheels. The thread-on clamp piece is now double ended with a different taper pitch and different outside diameter on each end to ensure that the arbor will clamp your tires tightly for a no wobble finish. Also new from CRC is this slipper setup for the Blitz, which saves weight, adds acceleration and is way easier to use and setup. The straight forward design is much simpler to assemble due to getting rid of all the extra, unnecessary parts for quicker and easier spur gear changes. The trimmed down design also saves about 8 grams over the stock pieces, reducing rotating weight and helping to increase initial acceleration.

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