October 24, 2008
We’ve covered a number of skid plates from DE Racing and today they have released versions for the Kyosho Inferno MP9 and Mugen MBX-6 (above) buggies. Made of ultra thin resin, eliminating the need for longer screws, the plates provide protection for your expensive 1/8th scale buggy or truggy chassis. The plate, which are supplied in a bag of three, wears just like aluminum but is much cheaper to replace than a complete chassis. Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]…
October 21, 2008
Speed Passion have released their 1/8th scale brushless conversion for the Kyosho Inferno buggy and truggy chassis’. Comprising of Motor mount, motor plate and battery cases the kit can be quickly and easily put into the chassis. To power the car you will need the company’s Silver Arrow motor with 5 mm shaft together with the 32 pitch steel pinion gear, available in 11 – 14T. The new Silver Arrow ESC is a water resistant controller that can support up to 4 cell LiPo batteries making it capable of handling two 14.8V packs. Click more to see the new ESC……
September 5, 2008
…would average more than 4.3 seconds faster per lap than second place Michael Paige, also running an ST-RR. Brandon Rohde and Kendall Welch finished third and fourth respectively, giving Kyosho a sweep of the podium plus. The RC X-Games also featured a “Last man standing” event, which was reduced to a demolition derby at its end, a big air contest, and a two-hour, three-man endurance. Kendall Welch scored top honors with his 777WC, showcasing the durability of the Inferno, while Lutz, Rohde, and Welch also teamed up for the endurance, taking top honors in yet another event. Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]…
September 4, 2008
New from Kyosho USA is the Inferno US Sports 2, a ready to run 1/8th scale buggy based on the World Championship winning Inferno series. The drive train rides on all ball bearings and the power from the super powerful GXR28 is transferred through a hardened steel clutch bell and spur gear. The gear boxes have hardened steel spiral cut ring an pinion gears and all the reliability that Kyosho’s reputation has been built on. Last but not least, the body comes fully detailed and a competition rear wing is added to make this buggy that much more ready for…
August 29, 2008
…Perfex 14 digital transmitter with LCD display, 12 model memory, end-point adjustment, digital sub-trim and more. – Body comes complete with unique color scheme. – Factory-assembled chassis shares the same tough characteristics and low center of gravity as the World Championship winning Inferno 777. – Includes hand-welded manifold and tuned muffler. – Full ball bearings throughout for maximum efficiency through the drive system. – Long suspension arms provide tons of travel and a super wide stance. – Compatible with many INFERNO ST-R standard and option parts. – Shaft-driven 4WD with a long-wheelbase chassis and ultra-long suspension arms. Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]…
August 4, 2008
Kyosho have released their latest racing tires for the Inferno GT series. Add performance to your GT by just simply bolting on a set of KC Slicks, which provides more traction and longer tire life compared to the stock tires. Available in three different shore types (40/50/60), now it’s up to you to select your weapon of choice. Go out and attack your local track and leave the competition in the dust. Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]…
July 19, 2008
New from Kyosho, for the automatic two-speed transmission in the Inferno GT, is this new gearing which promises to take speed to a whole new level. The transmission features a 21/40T second gear combination, which gives your GT a 6.3:1 final drive ratio in second gear, up from 7.49:1 in the original GT gearing. That translates to an increase in top speed and less wear and tear on the engine because it doesn’t have to rev so fast to achieve a class-leading top-speed. The GT gearing is easily capable of 55 mph and speeds upwards of 70 mph or more…
July 12, 2008
Some more new connectors to complete the range from Much More who have just released a series of servo extension wires and mini connectors. First up are some replacement servo lead with male or female connectors for Sanwa, Airtronics, JR, Hitec and Futaba servos with heavy duty wire for high load applications, ideal for upgrading your existing servo wire to reduce voltage drop. They can be custom trimmed to reduce wiring lengths for neat installations and have pre-soldered ends for a perfect connection. Also new is a 300mm long Futaba extension lead and a 150mm long Futaba type Y-connector. Other…
