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September 9, 2011

Serpent S411 springs & delrin adapters

Serpent have released some new items for their 411 platform, including some additional shock springs to extend the already large range available for the Serpent RCCX shock absorbers. The new springs come in grey (2.6/14.8), black (2.9/16.5) and green (3.5/19.9). To use in combination with a spool in the front there are some new very light & strong delrin driveshaft adapters. Not as durable as the regular spring steel ones, but they do offer super smooth action.

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September 9, 2011

Renaud Savoya joins Xray

Xray have announced that 3x European champion Renaud Savoya has joined their team. Having just confirmed his split with Durango earlier this week, the French driver has already been testing his new ride in an effort to get up to speed with 808. Reno will play an important role at the R&D team to help with the further development of the 808 platform as well help to provide the technical support at the major events. Reno had this to say:

I’m very excited and motivated to join the Xray family! They always show huge motivation and ambition for racing, fuelled up by passion and devotion. As we were having different opinions and objectives with my previous sponsor, we decided to break our partnership in a friendly atmosphere. I’m really looking forward to bring Xray the best results and it will be a pleasure to meet all Xray customers, present and future! See you soon on the racetracks.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

September 9, 2011

MR33 transmitter & shock oil bags

MR33, brand of 3-time World Champion Marc Rheinard have released a new radio and oil bag. The padded Radio Bag (250mm x 260mm x 160mm) is a perfect fit for the Sanwa M11 and also includes a separate case to put receiver or other items, a handle as well as a shoulder belt to carry. The padded oil bag (220mm x 120mm x 150mm) offers a secure storage area your shock oils, additive, glue etc. Both black bags come embroidered with the MR33 logo in red.

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September 9, 2011

Xray XB808 adjustable rear hub carrier

Xray release this adjustable aluminium rear hub carrier for the XB808. CNC-machined from lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, it is hard coated for extra durability and long life. New adjustable rear hub carrier offers new and unique adjustability of roll-centers with 3 holes where the upper linkage can be mounted by aluminum ball with thread and so aluminium shims can be used for increasing or decreasing roll center angle. Also the double lower eccentric holes allow adjustment of roll center positions on arms.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

September 9, 2011

Team Durango DEX410v3 4wd buggy

Team Durango have announced the imminent arrival of the DEX410v3. This new model is an evolution of the previous DEX410 model and features parts that have been tested and proven by their Team Drivers over recent months. Some of the new features include Big bore shocks which are more consistent on rough tracks due to the larger volume of oil. A new ‘Kuhler’ body with increased space inside the body and improved air flow to the electronics as well as new RR suspension holder that allows the rear squat to be altered using composite inserts. New ‘Fine Tune’ shock towers with finer adjustment for the upper mounting positions, and more rear camber link positions on the rear tower. New HD Ball Ends are used throughout that are tighter fitting and less likely to pop-off during a collision. 14mm Hex hubs that provide stronger and more reliable wheel fitment and gold Ti Ni coated shock shafts as standard for super smooth action. Expected to be available mid September.

View more images of the new car here

September 9, 2011

Dylan Rodriguez wins EP Buggy class at JBRL Rd6

This past Labor Day weekend, Jimmy Babcock’s JBRL Nitro Series headed to ARC Raceway in Temecula, CA for Rd6. With little over 150 entries, it was sure to be a competitive day. In 1/8 Electric Buggy, Dylan Rodriguez of Mugen Seiki/ Proline Racing/Tekin set the TQ going into the 10min main event. Lining up 2nd was Shane Lyon with his Mugen/Proline Racing ride and 3rd was Aaron Huerta of Mugen Seiki/Proline Racing/Handle IT Hobbies. The main event was a tight race between Dylan and Aaron. Aaron taking the lead at one point for a few laps but a mistake with a few minutes to go would put Dylan back to the lead to never look back, winning by a 4 second margin. Shane rounded up the last podium spot.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

September 8, 2011

JConcepts Rulux wheels for Losi SCT-E

By popular demand JConcepts is bringing the Rulux 12mm hex design to the Losi SCT-E Short Course 4×4. Rulux wheels are 1:1 inspired and offer a look that is unmistakably JConcepts. No detail has been missed as the Rulux wheel incorporates a lug nut and spoke affect that emulates the real thing. Wheel profile, interior and exterior ribbing and spoke design were all areas of focus while creating the combination of durability, clearance, functionality and appearance.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

September 8, 2011

JConcepts Ford Raptor SVT X-Flow body update

JConcepts introduces an update to their One Size Fits Most ROAR National Champion winning, Ford Raptor SVT X-Flow body. With an ever increasing number of 2wd and 4wd SCT trucks on the market, a need for a body that is extremely versatile is in demand and so with confirmed placement on the Slash, Slash 4×4, SC10, SC10 4×4, Losi XXX-SCT and SCT-E, when it comes to the X-Flow body being versatile is an understatement. Officially licensed by Ford, the JConcepts Ford Raptor SVT body is inspired from the ground up as an all-out SCT race body. The X-Flow is the best handling Raptor body to date and offers even more escape paths than the original to minimize the parachute affect.

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