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January 8, 2010

Serpent 733 Hard Nylon suspension parts

Serpent now offers hard nylon composite suspension parts for the 733 made from an extra stiff and extremely durable composite nylon, which have less flex than the standard parts. Under very high grip conditions, as well as under very high temperatures, the parts will perform best. The new parts, which are indicated with a H (hard) for easier identification, include rear lower wishbones, front lower wishbones and front upper wishbones or as a complete set of 6 pieces.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

January 8, 2010

X-Factory X-60 Body reinforcement plate

X-Factory have announced a cool new carbon fibre part to reinforce the rear body clip area of the X-60 body. Because the rear body clips are in a recessed spot, this area is naturally a weak spot on the body, so this new part spreads the stress over a larger area to lengthen the life of the body. The C.F. part bolts onto the existing body and will transfer easily to a new body, so one purchase will last through several bodies for the life of your truck. Supplied with the screws and locking nuts to install it and a drill bit so the body mount holes can be enlarged to accommodate the new part.

Source: X-Factory [xfactoryrc.com]

January 8, 2010

Team Orion Marathon 1900 XL RX packs

Team Orion have developed an entirely new cell to create the largest capacity receiver pack, the Marathon 1900 XL. With the use of powerful digital servos in addition to larger and heavier cars like truggies and monster trucks, higher capacity receiver packs have become a must for nitro fans and only top-quality cells should be used to avoid loss of signal and radio glitches. Maximum capacity is a key advantage in racing and only Team Orion Marathon packs combine extreme capacity with incredible performance. Available in both flat and hump pack configurations, they also come in 1700mAh versions and with a choice of JR or BEC connectors.

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January 8, 2010

LRP Messenger Bag

LRP have introduced this handy messenger bag, which comes equipped with a small laptop bag, making it a great travel companion. Styled in black with strong blue highlights throughout, under the flap there is a handy pocket cluster for a notebook, phone and pens, while a comfortable shoulder strap, with World Champion sewn along its length, completes the look.

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January 8, 2010

Team Orion CRF Alpha 7P & 3P buggy engines

Coming soon from Team Orion are these 2 new CRF Alpha buggy engines. Available in 7 and 3 port versions, the new ABI motors sport all new internals including the company’s patented crankshaft and new crankcase with integrated compressor. Other parts that have been updated include the piston, liner and aluminium carburetor which now has a 10mm drum. Both engines also feature ceramic bearings and will be available as part of a combo with pipe and manifold when they become available in early February.

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

January 8, 2010

Billy Fisher doubles up at Rd2 in Arizona

Losi are reporting on the 2nd round of the Arizona Championship host by the Nitro Pit. In the Expert Buggy class Billy Fischer was the Top Qualifier and went on to take first place, with Losi team mates Casey Peck in second and Chris Wheeler finishing in third. In the Expert Truggy class Billy Fischer was again the Top Qualifier and again took home the win with Casey in second and Chris taking third place. In the Intermediate Buggy class Autie Bender finished the main in first place and Varek Wright finished in second. This race was Autie’s second win in a row in this class.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

January 7, 2010

Jörn Neumann switches to LRP for 2010

LRP have confirmed the signing of star racer Jörn Neumann to their team. Jörn has been one of the hottest international stars on the R/C scene for the last few years and is regarded as one of the most talented off road drivers in the world. Having been running with Team Orion, Losi, Proline and Futaba, the former European Champion has made the switch to use the complete LRP product line for 2010. Jörn will begin the new season with the S8 BX buggy having already attended the Worlds warm-up event in Thailand with his new buggy. Jörn will be powering his S8 BX buggy with the LRP ZR.21X nitro engine & 1/8 OR Competition exhaust system together with VTEC off road tyres in his quest for further international success. Neumann will represent LRP at races all over the world as well as holding an important and fundamental role in their R&D design team when developing future off road cars, engines and tyres.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

January 7, 2010

Steven Weiss joins Team Yokomo

Yokomo have announced that they have signed front running German driver Steven Weiss to partner current team drivers Ronald Volker and Martin Hofer. The former Xray driver and European Championship top qualifier will make his debut for the Japanese squad at this weekend’s DHI Cup, which Red RC will be covering live, having spent some time over the winter testing with Volker and is very happy with his new equipment. Steven retains LRP as his main power sponsor.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]