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January 9, 2010

Factory Team Titanium nitride coated ball studs

Team Associated have introduced a range of titanium nitride coated ball studs to its Factory Team line of high performance accessories. Used primarily on shock shafts, titanium nitride coating reduces friction while increasing durability. When used on ball studs, suspension components move more freely which in both on-road and off-road applications means more consistent handling and reduced maintenance. Packaged in pairs in metric and standard sizes with long or short necks for use on Team Associated on-road and off-road vehicles.

Source: Factory Team [rc10.com]

January 8, 2010

Durango DNX408 – First production parts

Eager to obtain the services of Austrian driver Hupo Honigl, Durango have released the first images of the production parts from their new 1/8th scale buggy, the DNX408. We have yet to see the final design of the car but judging by the photos of the first parts to come of the (pre)production line that are destined for this new car, it would be safe to assume that this will be a high quality buggy just like its little brother the DEX410.

UPDATED with CAD images of the car (as always click for larger image)

Click here to see all the parts

January 8, 2010

Xceed RC TorQ off road clutch

Xceed RC have released this lightweight, super TorQ 3-shoe clutch for 1/8 offroad use. Superbly finished light flywheel, the photo supplied shows one optional carbon clutch shoe together with two aluminium shoes, the set is supplied with 3 aluminium shoes only. Coming with 2 types of springs in medium and hard, they can be used to adjust the engagement depending on which shoe or mix of shoes you have selected.

Source: Xceed RC [xceedrc.com]

January 8, 2010

Serpent S811 Cobra first photos

Following on from the previous CAD images of the new Serpent buggy, the Dutch company have release actual photos of the new car, along with announcing its official name, the S811 Cobra. In the 3rd part of the interview with chief car designer Billy Easton, the former World Champion runs us through the cars main features and thoughts behind each.

Click here the read the interview and see more photos

January 8, 2010

LRP ZR.21 X 2010 Team version

LRP have released their ZR.21 X 2010 team version which combines the 2.71HP high-power ZR.21 X Buggy competition nitro engine and the ZR.21 X 7mm factory team carburetor for better performance. The new engine features state of the art components of the highest quality, new XTEC competition crankcase and the new LRP CoolDown cylinder-head with special cutouts for additional weight reduction. The supplied team carburetor sports a 7mm fixed venturi with linear power delivery and very low fuel consumption.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

January 8, 2010

X-Factory X-60 Body reinforcement plate

X-Factory have announced a cool new carbon fibre part to reinforce the rear body clip area of the X-60 body. Because the rear body clips are in a recessed spot, this area is naturally a weak spot on the body, so this new part spreads the stress over a larger area to lengthen the life of the body. The C.F. part bolts onto the existing body and will transfer easily to a new body, so one purchase will last through several bodies for the life of your truck. Supplied with the screws and locking nuts to install it and a drill bit so the body mount holes can be enlarged to accommodate the new part.

Source: X-Factory [xfactoryrc.com]

January 8, 2010

Team Orion Marathon 1900 XL RX packs

Team Orion have developed an entirely new cell to create the largest capacity receiver pack, the Marathon 1900 XL. With the use of powerful digital servos in addition to larger and heavier cars like truggies and monster trucks, higher capacity receiver packs have become a must for nitro fans and only top-quality cells should be used to avoid loss of signal and radio glitches. Maximum capacity is a key advantage in racing and only Team Orion Marathon packs combine extreme capacity with incredible performance. Available in both flat and hump pack configurations, they also come in 1700mAh versions and with a choice of JR or BEC connectors.

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January 8, 2010

Team Orion CRF Alpha 7P & 3P buggy engines

Coming soon from Team Orion are these 2 new CRF Alpha buggy engines. Available in 7 and 3 port versions, the new ABI motors sport all new internals including the company’s patented crankshaft and new crankcase with integrated compressor. Other parts that have been updated include the piston, liner and aluminium carburetor which now has a 10mm drum. Both engines also feature ceramic bearings and will be available as part of a combo with pipe and manifold when they become available in early February.

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]