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May 2, 2011

JConcepts MBX-6 Eco Punisher body & Punisher wing

The Punisher body by JConcepts for the Mugen MBX-6 Eco is now available. The slight cab-forward treatment is amongst the most aggressive in class giving the Punisher top notch performance. Blended wing / body design gives additional downforce to the side-pods and windshield which increases driveability, corner speed and jump control. The rear base of the cab area represents the latest offering for 1/8th E-buggy racing featuring a super low profile design for increased air flow, escape and body placement and the lower rear deck area provides less directional loading at the rear of the vehicle for quick rotation in the tightest corners. JConcepts have also released their new Punisher wing, which we first saw at the World Championships in Pattaya last year. The wing features a flat deck, high-wicker design giving increased rear downforce. This trend busting design includes 4 different interchangeable side-dams for increased tuning options and vehicle compatibility, while extensive ribbing and support create additional flow channels underneath the deck surface with a larger outer rib closest to the side-dam. The underside of the deck also comes with a raised grid area which makes aligning to different model vehicles easier.

View more images of the new products here

May 2, 2011

Competition Heat Deuce

Competition Heat have released their latest offering, the Deuce. Featuring many upgrades, it includes a high quality Deutsch connector, re-designed cover that will fit nitro engines from .19 to .28 and changes to the 12V heating element improving efficiency and ease of use.

Source: Competition Heat [competitionheat.com]

May 2, 2011

Mike Applegate wins Truck at JConcepts Supercup Rd4

The final round of the Jconcepts Supercup Championship Series took place at Bashers RC Raceway, a beautiful indoor RC palace, in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The modified truck class was competitive as ever with TLR Team Driver Mike Applegate getting the TQ. The mod trucks took to the track for the main event with Mike getting the hole shot and leading the first few laps. Applegate made a few mistakes which made for some great racing, but he battled back and took the win, with Dan Borkowicz taking 2nd and Jader Lopez 3rd.

May 2, 2011

Pitshark 8ight shell with skin

Italian company Pitshark have announced their new Losi 8ight shell with line of suitable custom decals. A collaboration with Deltaplastik, this new high quality cab forward body gives better off power steering and plenty of cooling for the engine. The skins are designed to fit the new shell perfectly and come in two different versions, Thinyrex and Toxy, and are customizable to include your sponsors. The decals come already applied to the body and are resistant to all types of thinners and fuel.

Source: Pitshark [pitshark.it]

May 1, 2011

Associated RC8B upgrade parts

Based on the parts used by Associated’s team drivers at Motorama, CRCRC Winter Midwest Nitro Champs and the IFMAR 1:8 Worlds in Thailand, these new team-tested and raced parts are now available to everyone and will substantially improve the performance of your RC8B. The new parts include a +3mm chassis, light front and rear outdrive, upgraded front and rear arms, a new lower B Plate with inserts, upgraded front and rear shock towers and aluminium steering posts. Available separately, there is a kit available that includes all the wishbones, shock towers, straight eyelets and fasteners. There is also an update rear swaybar kit for use with the updated rear lower suspension arms, that includes 2.5, 2.6, 2.7 and 2.8mm wires, as well as all mounting parts. Available in June.

View all the new parts here

April 30, 2011

Novarossi 2096 Buggy pipe set

Racing Experience have announced the release of the new Novarossi 2096 buggy pipe set. Giving the same ignition power as the 9901 pipe, it gives quicker acceleration and also while the fuel mileage is similar to the 9901 on short tracks, this new pipe gives more run time on smooth European style tracks. Made with a super strong construction, using thick material, it makes the pipe very durable. Sold with the 021 header for fitting into the Kyosho and Serpent buggy or with the 029 one to fit in the Mugen or Xray cars.

Source: Racing Experience [racing-experience.fr]

April 30, 2011

Competition Heat signs Adam Drake

Competition Heat, makers of the unique engine warming system have announced the signing of Team Losi Racing / Novarossi driver Adam Drake to their team. Adam had this to say:

I’ve been using the Competition Heater for just over a year now. It makes engine break-in easier, but it also increases your engines performance and life. The products from Competition Heat are amazing and I’m proud to have them as a sponsor for 2011!

Source: Competition Heat [competitionheat.com]

April 29, 2011

Paul Coleman joins TQ Racing

TQ racing is proud to announce that Paul Coleman has joined their team. Paul, who was instrumental in developing the Hyper 7 race platform for OFNA in the past, has worked with such great drivers as Josh Wheeler and Former World Champion Greg Degani to help them compete on the highest levels. With TQ Racing having just released their new 1/8 Evo series of nitro and electric buggies and with a Truggy design in the works to be released later this year, Paul will be attending events around the country exposing TQ product to new and exciting markets. At these events Paul will be sharing his years of nitro knowledge in driving and preparation seminars for fellow racers.

Source: TQ Racing [tqracing.net]