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July 2, 2009

Champion Genes – Hot Bodies D8T

1/8 scale nitro off-road truggies are still a growing class, although the release of new kits has declined a bit during the last 12 month, nearly all of the important manufacturers have released at least one truck the last couple of years. Hot Bodies’ new D8T is the latest 1/8 scale nitro truggy on the block and heavily borrows from the HB D8 buggy that Atsushi Hara drove to victory at the 2008 nitro buggy World Championships in North Carolina/USA. Most of the changes or updates take place chassis side, in combination with longer wishbones plus some other refinements, to make sure the D8T not only matches but aims to exceed the performance of the current breed of nitro competition truggies.

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July 2, 2009

Tourex X-500 buggy tires

Tourex have proved that they are serious about next weeks European Championships in Austria with the development of their new X-500 tire. Designed using the experience gained at the Warm up race held on the track back in April, the German company have created this new pattern that sports a narrow and shallow profile and are great for hard and fast dirt tracks. We will find out next week if they work as expected.

Source: Tourex [tourex-competition.com]

July 2, 2009

Pro-Line Caliber pre-mounted

Pro-Line releases the all-new Caliber pre-mounted on Velocity V2 wheels. The new larger diameter and larger width wheels give your car the maximum traction and stability, while the Caliber’s step-pin technology collides with small pin technology to bring you a tire tread that is versatile and long-lasting. The small top pin is good for light to heavy loose dirt, while the base pin works great on hard-packed/blue-groove surfaces. Available in M2 and M3 compounds on either white or yellow wheels.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

July 2, 2009

Kyosho Evolva M3 Evo 1/8th scale

Kyosho have introduced the updated version of their Evolva M3 1/8th scale on road car, the M3 Evo. Featuring a whole host of small changes to improve upon their World Championship winning Evolva platform, the designers addressed some of the issues with the previous car to help increase durability, add more adjustability and improve performance. With a focus on the drive train, the car sports a new 2 speed transmission, gears & shaft as well as a new centre and rear bulkheads and new rear belt. The M3 Evo also has a new chassis plate for increased flex, new more rigid lower rear suspension arms and a new rear sway bar system and lots more little changes. Expect it to hit the market mid July in time for the World Championships.

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July 2, 2009

CRC Gen-X top plate & Truer adapter

CRC have released some new items starting with this top plate for the Gen-X 12 and 10. Made from 4mm carbon fibre, this optional top plate is super rugged and is more resistant to breaking than the standard version, something that is necessary thanks to super hot motors. Supplied with 3 longer screws for mounting to the motor plate and the centre standoff. CRC have also introduced their True-all tire truer adapter, suitable for 12th, 10th, & TC. Fitting most automatic tire truers from manufacturers like Hudy, Integy, Ofna, GQ, and more, it features a steel threaded stud that will last much longer than some of the competition’s aluminium threads and the threads are even replaceable. Finally the company has released ceramic engine and clutch bearings, which they claim are far superior to the regular steel pieces that come with the engine. More RPM capability than the steel counterparts and the ceramic balls reduce rotating mass and friction.

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July 1, 2009

Jörn Neumann to use JabGraphix products

Former European Champion and front running 1/8th scale buggy racer, Jörn Neumann has announced that he will be using Jab Graphix products. The Losi/Team Orion driver has already begun using the skins on his pit equipment, an example of which you can see in his hands with the Futaba 4PK transmitter and LRP power supply, while more items will be getting skinned in his distinctive colours in the near future.

Source: Jab Graphix [jabgraphix.com]

July 1, 2009

PSM Racing RC8B Shock Towers

More new items from German optional parts maker PSM Racing, this time with shock towers for the Team Associated RC8B buggy. Made from 4mm high grade German carbon fibre, making them lightweight and super strong, the front and rear towers will replace the original versions without any modifications necessary and of course they are also suitable for the complete RC8 buggy range.

Source: PSM Racing [psm-racing.com]

July 1, 2009

Sirio XXX V .12 engine

Sirio have sent us the first picture of their latest .12 engine called the XXX V. The latest evolution of their successful XXX engine, it features an updated crankcase with better strength, providing you the best performance, durability and fuel economy. Ceramic bearings and careful construction further ensure a reliable and powerful motor. Available from Monday July 6th.

Source: AMRC [amrc-rc.com]