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January 29, 2010

Durango release details of DNX408 body shell

Durango are claiming that their DNX408 1/8th scale has the lowest bodyshell around. This has many benefits, like low centre of gravity, minimal frontal area to punch through the air, more air flow over the rear wing etc, but it also helps with heat management. The engine head in a DNX408 gets the most direct clean airflow of any car, plus the body is designed to direct as much air as possible over the bodyshell at the engine head, rather than through the body. The central engine and low bodyshell mean that all shock bodies are also in clean airflow. The rear wing is as close to the rear wheels as possible, thanks to the forward shock position, this drives the down-force directly to the rear wheels. Too many wings on 1/8 buggies are way out back which means more wheelies than down-force.

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January 29, 2010

Drivers full of praise for Czech ETS track

Round 3 of the Euro Touring Series is underway here in the Czech Republic and there is nothing but praise coming from the top drivers for the track that has been created by race host Michal Bok and his crew. Drivers are enjoying the challenge of the long and technical track, 19-seconds being the current benchmark lap time. Making his international debut for the Tamiya Racing Factory team it is young Elliot Harper who is setting the early pace in practice. The British driver says the track is really nice and has a good flow to it. Still making small adjustments to his set-up, Harper said overall he is pleased with his car on used tyres but on a fresh set of Xenon tyres both he and his team-mates are struggling.

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January 29, 2010

Serpent S120 Link 1/12th scale

Having released CAD images of their new 1/12th scale car back in November, Serpent have finally released the S120 link chassis. Differing from the previously available S120, the chassis uses a link-system which is damped using a conventional centrally mounted shock absorber together with a laterally mounted floating monoshock. The newly designed motorpod is a combination of high quality machined alu brackets and top quality carbon fibre parts, bolted together to create an ultra stiff rear pod and allows the brushless motor to be mounted in the optimal position for car balance and offers good heat dissipation as well. The front end of the car stays the same and is completely adjustable and utilises the now standard fixed lower suspension arms combined with active top wishbones.

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January 29, 2010

F.V.S.S. LiFe RX battery & Carbon weights

F.V.S.S. have introduced some new products including this LiFe RX battery and carbon pattern balances weights. The LiFe receiver pack is 2 cell 6.6 volt 1450mAh and will fit into 1/10 and 1/8 racing cars and has the same dimensions (83 x 26 x 16 mm) as conventional packs. The balance Weights feature a cool carbon pattern and are backed with strips of adhesive for easy mounting. Sold in 12 pieces of 5grams.

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January 28, 2010

O.S. Engines .21VZ-B V-Spec Limited edition

O.S. Engines have released this limited edition .21VZ-B V-Spec engine that will mark this succesful engine’s final production run with a total run of 300 pieces. The V-Spec LE will utilize the specially modified cooling head from the Speed II World Championship engine, that has been anodized in a very stunning gold and which will feature sixteen machined holes for lighter weight and more efficient cooling. To top it all off, the head will feature custom graphics to signify all four IFMAR World Championships and each engine will be individually numbered. This special run will only be available from U.S. based dealers.

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January 28, 2010

Tamiya TRF blank damper pistons

Tamiya have introduced two new versions of optional blank pistons. One version of piston features 6 dimples allowing you to freely select the number and diameter of the holes and they work with a wide range of shocks. The second, are TRF Aeration damper pistons which features 8 dimples again allowing you to select the number and diameter of the holes and can be used with the buggy aeration oil filled damper set.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

January 28, 2010

Miguel Matias wins Modelcar Cup

RB are reporting that their new team driver, Miguel Matias has won his first race in Portugal, the Modelcar Cup in Dairas, Vale de Cambra, on his debut for his new engine sponsor. Taking the TQ, he would take the victory, despite some radio troubles in the last minutes of the main final. Carlos Durães, one of the new Portuguese young stars, and also RB Team driver, was 2nd and fought to the victory in the last minutes of the race, finishing very close to Matias. New Losi/RB signing Ricardo Monteiro completed the final podium in 3rd.

Source: RB [rbproducts.com]

January 28, 2010

Losi 1/18-scale RTR Mini Highroller

With everything you need included in the box, the 1/18-scale Ready-to-Run Mini Highroller is ready to go when you are. You can run it wherever you want, on or off road, in all its scale-detail glory. Whether pushing the limits of technology or taking on rugged terrain, this is one lifted truck that knows no boundaries. The vehicle comes fully assembled with all of the electronics installed, and includes the vehicle battery and charger as well as batteries for the included transmitter.

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