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November 19, 2008

Pro-Line Pit bag and Tools

Pro-Line have released some more new items, including this new pit bag, which is made to resist wear and endure all those trips to and from the track and beyond. The cover itself is made from a durable nylon, while corrugated plastic storage boxes keep your stuff secure and resist tearing and warping under the most extreme conditions. Each storage box includes an injection molded plastic handle insert and injection molded leading edge insert for easy sliding in and out of each box. Internal storage includes one extra-large compartment is at the top of the bag, one large compartment is located in the middle of the bag, and two medium compartments are located at the base of the bag. A retractable handle slides in-and-out for easy towing of your bag and heavy-duty wheels are located on the opposite side for effortless ease of towing as well. Also new is company’s range of tools, super durable, the tips are made from high strength steel and finished off with a titanium color finish. The handles are made of lightweight aluminium and are complete with a hard anodized finish. Available in a wide range of tip sizes and are sold individually or in kits.

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November 19, 2008

Pro-Line Shift Kyosho MP9 body

Pro-line has released the Shift, their latest in body styling and technology, for the Kyosho MP9. The latest body style from Pro-Line gives your MP9 the lowest possible CG while carefully crafted, hard/yet precise body lines are the now generation of body styling. Crisp lines carefully sculpted to hug the interior of the chassis like a glove and all this allows for the smallest cab and side pod design possible.

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November 18, 2008

Cody King wins the JBRL Series

The JBRL series is one of the most popular Southern California racing series for some of the World’s top drivers. The Kyosho/Sirio/AKA driver Cody King has waged a season-long battle in the truggy class, staying right at the top of the ranks throughout the season. The A-main and the series championship came right down to the end of the race, where King made the pass for the lead, winning the last round of the series and taking the win for the entire JBRL Series in the class.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]

November 18, 2008

LRP VTEC Suicide Competition tires

LRP electronic have released the latest tire in their 1/8 competition buggy tire line, the peculiarly named Suicide. Specially developed by the LRP R&D team, this new thread design features small and fines pins, perfect for hard packed high traction tracks or qualifying runs. The VTEC 1/8 tire provides high grip and low wear based on a special compound of high-quality rubber. In addition, the all new tire features pre-cut venting holes resulting in high performance through superior air circulation. Released in soft and medium compounds.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

November 18, 2008

LRP ZR.30 X Competition Engine

LRP have released their latest truggy engine, the new ZR.30 X Truggy is the replacement for the successful Z.28 R Spec. 3 Truggy motor. An uncompromising competition engine specially tuned for the demands of a .30 engine, the massive XTEC T6 crankcase provides the engine with a high structural rigidity, with extra thick ribs, particularly between the front and rear ball bearings. The carburetor is also completely revised, and is now flow optimized resulting in maximum performance and simple tuning.

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November 18, 2008

Bas de Konink wins 2008 Truggy Cup

The final race of the 2008 Truggy Cup was held last weekend at the Mach One track in Helmond, The Netherlands. In the Master class it was Bas de Konink who was top qualifier and had the best start in the final with the group behind him coming together in the first corner, giving him a gap up front. Behind Eric Duijster, Paul Geelen, Henoc Luis and 2007 Champion Mark van Waayenburg fought wheel to wheel for 2nd place, with the entire field remaining tightly bunched in the early stages. At the head of the field Bas led the race throughout, taking his GRP powered Hong Nor X2-CRT to victory ahead by 2 laps ahead of Paul Geelen, the winner of the previous two Truggy Cup 2008 races, in 2nd with Jorg of Leuken taking the final podium place in 3rd. This result gave Bas de Konink the 2008 Truggy Cup title.

Source: Truggy NL [truggy.nl]

November 18, 2008

Dynamite tools for gas racers

Dynamite have released some new tools for gas racers including this new Clutch spring tool and 3 in 1 tuning screw driver. The Clutch spring tool is suitable for any .12 – .27 nitro engines that use a standard 3-shoe clutch. Using the large knurled handle the tool helps install and remove clutch shoes in seconds. The 3 in 1 tuning screw driver has a removable anodized handle that acts as a piston locking tool as well as a glow plug holder. Combine this with the flat head screw driver for adjusting your carburetor and you have 3 tools in 1.

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November 17, 2008

Protoform LTC-R Sedan Body

The much anticipated Protoform LTC-R body shell that we previewed back in October is now available. This Global Body Spec ready race body is designed specifically for rubber tire racing whether it’s on a carpet or a paved surface racetrack. It was designed with slightly more steering ability than the Mazda 6 and Mazda Speed 6 body styles, yet a bit less aggressive than the Protoform R9-R body. To further aid balance and rear grip the wing mounting location that’s slightly more rearward. The LTC-R features two trim lines, one for IFMAR, EFRA, ROAR, JMCRA racing at the 115mm height as well as the BRCA’s 120mm height rule. The oversize rear wing helps performance on a poor-grip surface that’s commonly experienced in club racing but also incorporates trim lines for sanctioned style racing. Available in 2 different weights of genuine lexan and comes with protective film, decals and wing mounting hardware.

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