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June 29, 2016

JConcepts B6-series Fin titanium turnbuckle set

JConcepts have announced the soon release of the Fin titanium turnbuckle set for the Team Associated B6 series of buggies. The base of the shafts design is centred around a .143″ titanium hex size which gradually tapers down into a 3mm thread base design which accepts the standard AE ball-cup configuration. The focus of the styling surrounds the lengthened adjustment hex area and the “finned” cuts that rotate about the centre. The turnbuckles are produced with left and right hand threads with the left being conveniently marked for easy orientation and the set fits both the B6 and B6D.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

June 29, 2016

Serpent medium downforce 1/8th off-road wing

Coming from Serpent is a new medium downforce rear wing. Sporting a 2-level design with large side dams and winglets on the bottom element, the wing is ideal for high-speed tracks while also offering exceptional balance and stability while jumping. The wing is available in black and white colour and it fits Serpent’s own range of 1/8th scale buggies and trucks and also most other brands.

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June 29, 2016

LRP ZZ.21C Ceramic long stroke engine

New from LRP comes the ZZ.21C Ceramic long stroke engine for 1/8th off-road vehicles. Made by Japanese company O.S Engines according to LRP’s specifications, the engine will offer a smoother low-end throttle feel and more linear power supply over the whole RPM band while also offering improved mileage. This was achieved by using a newly-designed, balanced 14mm crankshaft with DLC coating and silicone insert as well as a ceramic main bearing. Other features include a LCG engine head, special carburettor needles, lightweight conrod and piston as well as 6mm, 6.5mm and 7mm alloy venturi inserts. The 3+1 port engine is available now.

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June 29, 2016

CSO BD7 hard-coated spring steel outdrive cups

CSO have introduced a set of hard-coated spring steel spool outdrive cups for the Yokomo BD7 touring car. The parts are machined from high-quality spring steel and finished with a special hard-coat that greatly improves wear characteristics. The parts are direct replacements for the kit’s front spool outdrives.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]

June 29, 2016

MR33 joint lubrication oil

UK MR33 distributors Schumacher have introduce the MR33 joint lubrication oil. Specially formulated the lube is best used for drive shaft joints, pins and moving parts as it provides long lasting and smooth operation and reduced wear on components. The oil comes in a handy bottle and it is available now.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

June 29, 2016

Xray XB8 carbon fibre rear chassis brace inserts

Xray XB8 rear carbon fibre chassis brace inserts

Xray have introduced a carbon fibre insert set for the rear composite chassis braces of the latest XB8 and XB8E buggies. Specially shaped the inserts drop right into position in the composite rear chassis brace and they make for an overall stiffer rear part of the chassis, making the option parts ideal for high traction surfaces. Included in the set come two carbon fibre braces and suitable mounting hardware.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

June 29, 2016

Nico Schmid dominates Alpencup race

The fourth round of the Alpencup series was recently held on the all-new astroturf track of the EFAC Hohenems club. In the 2WD Buggy class, Xray’s Nico Schmid brought home the win, coming from the 2 spot on the grid, from Xray team mate and TQ holder Michel Buschor. Nico’s brother Florian Schmid (Xray) rounded out the podium in third.

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June 29, 2016

Team Corally Nitro Powerbox twin motor starter box

Coming from Team Corally is the Nitro Powerbox, a twin motor starter box for 1/8th off-road vehicles. Offering a compact design the twin 750-size motors provide enough power to start even factory-new engines that are known to offer lots of “pinch”. The inner battery mounts hold two 7.2V NiMH or 7.4V LiPo packs that are connected using the factory-installed T-plug connectors. Usable for 1/8th nitro buggies or nitro truggies the box comes pre-assembled and including adjustable chassis location pins.

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