August 24, 2007

Upgrade RC HoBao Torch Graphics

Upgrade RC HoBao Torch Graphics

Upgrade RC have released some more new products, the first of which is the addition of the HoBao Hyper 8 body to the list of supported graphics kits for the recently released Torch design. Also new from the customization specailists these retro wheel dots, which you can see above which add a neat old school look and are available in 5 different colours.

Source: Upgrade RC [upgrade-rc.com]


August 24, 2007

DuraTrax Raze 1/8th RTR Buggy

DuraTrax Raze 1/8th RTR Buggy

We wrote about the truggy version of the DuraTrax Raze 2 months ago and now the 1/8th scale buggy, a good value gas powered RTR which the truggy is based on, has received an upgrade. This new version of the Raze now features a heavy-duty ball-bearing steering servo with metal gears to allow it to stand up to high-torque racing action. Also new are the 20 ball bearings for smoother driving, higher speeds and longer-lasting performance and the new paint trim scheme in six pre-painted colours with race-legal clear windows.

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August 24, 2007

O.S. 28XZ Truggy Engine

O.S. 28XZ Truggy Engine

O.S. Engines have released this high end truggy motor called the .28XZ which produces great low-end torque with incredibly smooth power delivery. The .28XZ comes with all the components serious racers need for fine-tuning to meet any conditions like, 2 carb inserts – a 9 mm blue for higher rpm applications and larger tracks, and an 8 mm red for smaller tracks that restrict air intake. An extra copper head shim is also included for more head raising/lowering options.  The piston sleeve boasts 6 ports for significantly increased power.

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August 22, 2007

Taylor James joins Werks

Taylor James joins Werks

According to our partners Neo Buggy, current ROAR National truggy champion Taylor James had a busy week prior to winning last weekends Nationals. Having only recieved his new Jammin truggy just prior to the event, he also made the switch from previous fuel suppliers O’Donnell to new sponsor Werks fuel. This didnt seem to effect him and he went on to win the race and National title with a brand new car and fuel supplier.

Source: Neo Buggy [neo-buggy.net]


August 22, 2007

Team Associated Chassis protective sheet

Team Associated Chassis protective sheet

Team Associated have released this new and improved chassis protective sheet which protects the bottom of your chassis from scrapes, scratches and wear. Featuring a low-friction surface that lets your car easily slide over obstacles instead of dragging, you simply apply the adhesive side of the sheet to the underside of the chassis and trim. Recommended for electric use only at 6.5 x 18″ (165mm x 458mm) the sheet is large enough to fit most 1:10 scale or smaller chassis’.

Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]


August 21, 2007

Hereford Open Meeting 2007 – Report

Hereford Open Meeting 2007

We received a full report from the Hereford Micro Open event that took place two Sundays ago on the 12th August and which had some of the UK’s best micro off road racers in attendance. The track was a challenging mixture of rumble strips, polished floor drift sections, small kicker jumps, bumpy gym mats, a HUGE 45’ wall ride and equally big table top jump right in front of the rostrum! The track would certainly test car setup and drivers abilities.

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August 21, 2007

Edit RC Charger and Tubing holders

Edit RC Charger

Some more new items from Edit RC, first up is the release of this handy 3-in-1 overnight wall charger for nitro racers that charges all 3 of your essential items in one go. The charger features LED Indicators to show connected components and is supplied with two charging jacks for different transmitters. Also new from Edit RC are these really handy fuel tubing holders which are sold in packs of 5 and help keep your nitro car or truck neat and the fuel tubing out of the way.

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August 21, 2007

Caster Racing ZX-1R Factory Kit

Caster Racing ZX-1R Factory Kit

Caster Racing have released details about their new 1/8th scale Factory buggy kit version of their ZX-1R. The kit now features a number of new CNC machined alloy parts such as the shock towers, radio plate and stiffener plates as well as some performance enhancing parts like ABS dual disk brakes, rubber sealed bearings, front, rear and center CVD’s and front and rear sway bars.

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