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June 2, 2009

Hudy Flywheel holder/wheel nut tool

Hudy have announced the release of this flywheel holder/wheel nut tool for 1/8 off-road buggy & truggy. CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, the lightweight design ensures the tool is super light while still ergonomic for comfortable holding and maximum grip. The tool is hard coated and additionally black coated using the world’s most modern fully-automatic, robot-operated hard coating line to ensure the highest quality. The Flywheel Holder works with all modern RC nitro car flywheels with 2, 3, and 4-pin designs, while the other side of the tool was specially developed to work on 17mm wheel nuts in dirty and abusive conditions.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

June 2, 2009

Mugen MBX-6 & 6T Shock springs

Following from the earlier release of new shock towers for their MBX-6T, Mugen Seiki have released some new shock springs for both the MBX-6 and MBX-6T. The new rear springs add two more options to the current range of springs, with the new springs harder than previous versions, featuring 9.75 and 9.5 turns.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]

June 2, 2009

Sweep Racing continues to grow

Korean based tire manufacturer Sweep Racing continues to expand with the upcoming release of many new products including 1/5 scale tires, new touring car inserts and high traction tires, mini wheels & tires, 1/8th and 1/10th buggy tires and even body shells. The recent appointment of Mr. Ryan Lee (above right), who had previously worked at Muchmore Racing as their Team Manager as well as in Sales, R&D and Design, will strengthen the team at Sweep Racing. Sweep owner, Mr. Kong Seok-in, personally developed all current Sweep Racing products and has many years experience working with tires for R/C use. Available worldwide, supply to the domestic (Korean) market will commence in late October.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]

June 2, 2009

Serpent 966 Orange drive belts

Serpent have released these orange colored belts for use with their new and old 1/8th scale chassis’. Kevlar reinforced, these super strong belts are available for the front, side and rear and will be standard in the next production batch of the 966, expected to arrive in July. Sold as a set, they are also sold separately.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

June 2, 2009

Hörmann Tuning Hyper 9 Options

New from German 1:5 Scale Off-Road manufacturer Hörmann Tuning are several option parts for the popular HoBao Hyper 9 buggy. The Shock Towers, Front Upper Plate, Diff Housing Plate as well as the Center Brace Plate are a direct fit and all of the parts are machined from high quality 4mm carbon fibre and offer a significant weight loss over their aluminium counterparts. Also new is the aluminium rear lower arm Holder for the Hyper 9 which eliminates the use of the Rear Bumper and therefore is also a lightweight but durable improvement to the car.

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June 2, 2009

Pro-Line Revolver & Caliber VTR tires

Pro-Line introduces the next generation of wheel and tire combination for the 1/8th truggy class with their VTR line. Available in the new line up is the World Champion Revolver tread claiming to reduce wear while optimizing traction, and the Caliber tread which optimizes traction, control, balance and tire wear with it’s dual-stage design. Also new are the Velocity VTR 4.0″ wheels, available white and yellow and in both zero and 1/2″ offset.

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June 2, 2009

Mugen Seiki MBX-6T Alu Shock towers

Mugen Seiki have released new optional shock towers for their MBX-6T truggy chassis. Replacing the original carbon fibre parts, these aluminium version are much stronger but also slightly heavier. Machined down to help reduce the weight as much as possible, they are better resistant to heavy and awkward landings. Available for the front and rear of the car.

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June 2, 2009

JConcepts Losi 8ight-E 2.0 Illuzion body

JConcepts work their Illuzion magic on the Losi 8ight-E 2.0, with the release of this newHi-Flow body. Special consideration have been made to the batteries, side guards, battery box and extra clearance around the motor and electrical. The Illuzion body is a drop fit and requires no hassles when installing or removing the body. In addition, JConcepts has taken the frustration out of the stock body design and has eliminated the front nose piece for extra durability and functionality around the front body mount.

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