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July 17, 2009

DMS Partz X-5 Squared optionals

DMS Partz have announced their latest optional parts designed for the X-Factory X5 Squared 4wd buggy. This Carbon LiPo battery retainer set enables the user to easily fit conventional type stick pack LiPo batteries in their X5 buggy. The rear vertical carbon brace features three slotted positions to suit all variants of LIPO packs (height related) and is secured to the chassis via two countersunk screw locations. The main strap itself is secured through your chosen slot at the rear and secured using a relocated kit supplied standard battery post, there is also a slot at the rear to line up with the anti roll bar mount for extra secure location if required. The other new part, a carbon transmission cover brace, provides extra reinforcement to the layshaft area which can be put under a lot of strain when running the belt very tight.

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July 17, 2009

RB Products Buggy fuel 45%

As seen at the European Championships in Austria, RB Products have released further details about their 45% fuel. Developed by the RB R&D Team, they claim this fuel is a significant advantage for the buggy engine, with increased power, reduced consumption, more torque and stable idle. The vast majority of the RB Team used this RB 45% fuel at the 2009 European Championship in Austria with excellent results. The use of this fuel requires an additional 0,1mm head shim.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]

July 15, 2009

Racers Edge 1 degree Associated rear hubs

Racers Edge have released their new 1 degree rear toe in aluminium rear hubs to fit the Associated B4, B44, T4, and SC10. Designed after the stock B44 4wd buggy hubs but with a larger outside bearing for increased performance and bearing longevity, a setscrew holds the hingepin in place with access from the bottom, while four possible vertical ball stud locations allow for increased setup adjustments. Available in a hard anodized silver color, CNC machined for accuracy, and laser engraved with degrees and L or R for left or right sides.

Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]

July 14, 2009

Hot Bodies Lightweight D4 body

Hot Bodies have released this lightweight body shell for the Cyclone D4 or D4 WCE. You’ll experience huge weight savings with this thinner polycarbonate version of the standard weight body shell for faster acceleration, better braking and improved handling. Every HB body shell features clear overspray film, clear and blemish-free polycarbonate plastic, a full set of die-cut detailing decals, a range of Hot Bodies decals and large racing wing to fine-tune the performance of your new body shell.

Source: Hot Bodies [hbeurope.com]

July 13, 2009

HPI Racing Cyber 10B option parts

HPI Racing have released a huge selection of new option parts for the Cyber 10B, that are now available for racers and bashers wanting to optimize the tuning capabilities of the buggy, or make it even faster for club racers. Used properly and with the right skills, the Cyber 10B can put more expensive race-bred 4WD buggies in their place and with these cool new options you can get the ideal dialed-in setup for your local track. The new aluminium parts include a motor mount set, a centre bulkhead, an upper centre bulkhead, 1 degree rear hub carriers and 13 degree front hub carriers.

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July 13, 2009

Xray Active Center Differential bevel gears

New for their active center differential, Xray have released large bevel gears in 43T, 42T & 41T which have been machined from special Hudy steel material that has been specially developed for gear-type products. They have been additionally hardened and precision ground to fit the tightest tolerance requirements for perfect fit with the diff outdrives. The gears are individually machined on a precision German gear machine and every gear is individually tested, inspected, and run in. The diff gear is then laser engraved with for easy and instant recognition. Their special heat treatment makes the gear very hard and strong not only on the surface but also in the core, thus give the gear an extraordinarily-long lifespan with very low wear comparing to standard gears.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

July 12, 2009

Atomic Carbon Losi CR2 conversion kit

Atomic Carbon have released this conversion set for the Team Losi XXX-CR 2wd buggy. The set features a carbon fibre chassis, front braces, battery straps, rear brace, LiPo brace, CSC side pods, brass battery posts, aerial holder and all the fasterners required to complete the conversion which are not included in the XXX-CR kit. Of course a donor is required to complete this conversion along with some other parts. As the motor is mounted in front of a rear drive axles, the motor will also need to be reversed and so this requires a specific speed controller that is capable of reverse rotation, details of which are listed on the Atomic Carbon website.

Source: Atomic Carbon [atomic-carbon.co.uk]

July 10, 2009

Losi Strike Short Course truck

Losi have announced the Strike, an electric 1/10-scale Short Course Truck in both Bind-N-Drive (BND) and also RTR versoins. Its rugged body comes out over the wheels, allowing you to bump, nudge and aggressively race without tangling and flipping other vehicles or getting hung-up on curbs and obstacles. The 1/10 Strike SCT features a water-resistant LiPo compatible reversing ESC, a brushless-ready all-metal gear transmission and a Losi receiver with Spektrum 2.4GHz DSM technology.

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