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March 24, 2013

PSM MBX7 CVD set & turnbuckles

PSM Racing have released some new parts for the Mugen MBX7. First up are these CVD Axles which are made of high grade 7075-T6 aluminium to reduce the drivetrain’s rotating mass. Weighing only 26g in total, this set is super lightweight and very durable. Also new is a complete set of aluminium turnbuckles made from the same lightweight material. They are a strong and super light replacement for your original steel turnbuckles and weighing only 8.6g is a good way to lower the center of gravity of your buggy.

View the turnbuckles here

March 21, 2013

Mugen MBX7 graphite front steering plate

Mugen Racing have released this new optional graphite front steering plate for the World Champion MBX7 Nitro Buggy. This new plate will improve steering response and durability and will be available shortly.

Source: Mugen [mugenracing.com]

March 21, 2013

SWorkz S350 shock towers

SWorkz new black power series lightened 7075 front and rear shock towers are now available for their S350 buggy. Made from 5mm thick 7075 aluminum, the designers have calculated the perfect balance between weight and strength. They are even lighter than the standard S350 shock tower and with all the new shock position and rear upper arm holes you will be able to bring your car to next level.

View the rear shock towers here

March 21, 2013

Novarossi off road trophy – Announcement

Novarossi off road trophy - Announcement

The Ospy team Association have announced the Novarossi off road trophy, to be held on June 28-30, 2013 at The King Road track in Gussago, Italy. The event will see World famous Champions, National record holders and World Champions participating along with tricks, night jump and other activities. The race will be open to 1/8th buggy & truggy and to keep you entertained their will be a DJ set and cocktails. Entry is open now you can find more details here.

March 21, 2013

Xray XB4 rubber o-rings

Xray have released these rubber o-rings in size 12x1mm suggested to use for Xray XB4 shock absorbers in the upper cap to prevent the shocks from leaking. Sold in a pack 10.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 20, 2013

Jean-Yves Konigs wins at Belgium Winter trophy

The final round of the Belgium Winter Tropgy was held at the Black Country Arena last weekend. In the 4WD buggy class the title was up between Jean-Yves Konigs (Schumacher) and Cedric Nikell (Team Durango), both only separated by 8 points after four race weekends. None of the two drivers was able to secure the day’s race win but a fourth place just behind Cedric was enough for Jean-Yves to secure the championship title. Frederic Fontaine (Xray XB4) finished third overall behind Cedric with Jean-Michel Taijmans completing the top 4.

Thanks to Jean-Yves Konigs for sending the report.

March 20, 2013

David Ronnefalk wins Swedish VBC Cup

Last weekend saw the final round of the Swedish VBC Cup that was arranged by Borås MRK. The main classes are 1/10 2WD and 4WD buggy who are driven on indoor carpet. The series was held over the course of six weekends with four rounds counting for the final rankings. The 2WD title was up between Kyosho’s David Ronnefalk and Team Associated/Advanced driver Niclas Månsson who were equal on points after the sixth round. The time keeper therefore decided to have a ‘Death Race’ between David and Niclas that was ultimately won by David handing him the overall series title in the 2WD class. David tried to copy his good pace for the 4WD final but struggled with setup meaning ‘only’ as second place on Sunday but the runner-up spot was good enough to win the 4WD class also meaning a clean sweep and therefore the ‘Supercup’ title for the young Swede.

Thanks to Pierre Ronnefalk for sending the report.

March 20, 2013

Updated Pro-Line BullDog body shells

Available soon from Pro-Line Racing are several new or updated BullDog design body shells for popular 1/8th and 1/10th scale buggies and trucks. Completely new is the High Downforce BullDog line for the Team Associated RC8.2 and the Hot Bodies D812. The bodies are designed to increase high speed stability and also feature improved rear end downforce due to a spoiler design that guides more air towards the rear wing. Large roof air channels give the bodies a distinctive look. Other new or updated BullDog bodies are available for the TLR 8eight-E 2.0 buggy, the Team Associated B4.2 and T4.2 as well as the TLR 22. In addition to the 1/10th bodies Pro-Line also introduce the 7″ wide Stabilizer rear wing. The wing is designed to maximise rear downforce and comes in sets of two.

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