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September 1, 2009

X-Factory X-6 Squared Plastic Flex chassis

X-Factory have announced the release of this new ‘plastic’ chassis for the National Champion X-6 Squared buggy. The first ones were ready just two weeks ago and were rushed to the Team for testing and Tom Cockerill used one to take a convincing win at the Blythe UK National. The new chassis is made of the same material as the original ‘graphite’ version, except that the carton fibres are replaced by fiberglass giving it a bit more flex. X-6 Squared kits will continue to be supplied with a graphite chassis, and the plastic ones will be available as an option.

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August 31, 2009

RB Shark 9 LE engine

To celebrate Renaud Savoya’s European title, RB have release this limited edition Shark 9 engine. This high performance engine has 3 ports with the multi exhaust system delivering an excellent power/fuel consumption rate. Featuring a 14mm long stroke balanced crankshaft with coated pin it is supplied with a turbo glow plug and combustion chamber as well as a 9mm carburetor provided with 6mm, 7mm and 8mm restrictors. This engine will also be delivered with complete in-line kit RB 2045P and compact manifold and as an extra gift comes with the RB Gas cooler. This special edition is limited to 400 units for the worldwide market and will be numbered and signed by Renaud himself.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]

August 30, 2009

Cockerill wins York Nats, Stafford wraps up title

Our friends at oOple are reporting on the final round of BRCA 2WD National series that took place yesterday at York Clubs brand new RobinHood Raceway venue. Tom Cockerill took early control of qualifying, absolutely dominating with a pace that no one could match, taking all four rounds of qualifying against the best the UK had to offer. Tom’s XFactory X6, powered by Vampire cells and Novak electrics lined up pole in the A final and only a mistake in leg two spoilt a perfect day, with Tom winning his first and very well deserved, BRCA National. Ellis Stafford also confirmed the overall 2WD national championship title by finishing 2nd overall to Tom, which was enough to leapfrog XFactory team mate Phil Sleigh and retain his title for the second year in a row.

Full report to follow soon on oOple.

Source: oOple [oople.com]

August 29, 2009

MRC Models Race 09 – Announcement

The MRC Models Race 09 is the first international electric buggy race to be held in Russia and takes place at the Pilot track in Moscow. Supported by hobby shop MicroRC.ru, hobby company MRCmodels.com and printing company Cherry Pie, the event will run from the 10th to the 13th of September. The use of LiPo packs is allowed and there is a control tire which will be the JConcepts Double Dee. Entry is open to all and further details can be found by e-mailing the organisers here (e-mail).

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August 29, 2009

VP Pro Xray XB808 Air filter foam

VP Pro have released two new air filter foams for the Xray XB808 in both 2008 and 2009 versions. Made from high quality dense foam and shaped for ultimate high flow, they come with one outer and one inner foam element. Micro density foam helps achieve high performance while providing maximum air filtration for extended engine life even in dirty and dusty conditions. Sold in packs of 10 for the 2008 version and 15 for the 2009 version.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]

August 28, 2009

2009 ROAR Region 4 Championships

Ocoee, Florida and Outtacontrol Raceway played host to the 2009 ROAR Region 4 Championships and JConcepts have the following report. Always an event that brings the best out in every driver within the state of Florida, the ROAR Regional’s displays the best of the best. With early wet weather conditions being a concern, the JConcepts team turned to the trusty combination of Crowbars in the buggy class and Cross Hairs in the 1/8th truck class, all in Soft Blue compound.

Continue reading the report here

August 27, 2009

Mugen MBX-6 M-Spec Pre built buggy

Mugen Seiki Europe have introduced the full factory built MBX-6 M-Spec 1/8th scale buggy. Built to Mugen’s specifications, this car is great for both seasoned racers as well as beginners and comes with all the differential and shock oils, shock springs, ride height, camber and caster adjustment straight from the Mugen race team. The car will become available soon and will just be the rolling chassis minus engine, tires, radio and electronics.

Source: Mugen [mugen.eu]

August 26, 2009

Nordman & Ronnefalk take Swedish buggy titles

Last weekend saw the Swedish Nationals for 1/10th 2WD and 4WD buggy held in Trelleborg, Sweden. In the 2WD class it was PerErik Nordman that took TQ by setting the fastest times in the 2nd, 3rd and 4th qualifying rounds along with setting the fastest lap time with his Kyosho Ultima RB-5 SP. Nordman continued his domination in the first final and won it in front of fast 1/8 Kyosho driver David Ronnefalk. PerErik also took the second final and was therefore crowned the Swedish champion in 2WD.

Continue reading the report here