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June 20, 2008

Tamiya TRF416 Chassis & Volac MS C3

Tamiya have announced the upcoming release of some new parts for their TRF416 touring car. A new chassis will be made available, which is machined from 2.5mm thick carbon fibre, compared to 2.25mm of the standard plate, and designed for use in high grip conditions. The chassis can easily accept anything from 4 to 6 cells and integrates the company’s air duct system for cooling the motor. Also new is a set that not only includes this new chassis but also a carbon fibre battery brace and all the other parts necessary to mount a straight configuration battery pack. Finally, Tamiya will also release a pretty sweet looking re-branded KO Propo VFS-1 speed controller, called the Volac MS C3.

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June 20, 2008

Team Orion Vortex now ROAR Legal

Our site sponsors Team Orion were pleased to inform us that their new Vortex brushless motor has been approved for use at ROAR sanctioned stock class races. Receiving the approval this month, the company’s 10.5 and 13.5 motors can now be used at all future ROAR events. With the first batch of these motors having just been shipped out to dealers you can get your hands on one very soon.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

June 20, 2008

Reckward Tuning 8ight Turbo Filter

New from Reckward Tuning, and made by Vita Tuning, is this Turbo filter for the Losi 8ight. Constructed out of the highest quality materials, it works with the original Losi 8ight foam filters. Using a larger inlet, the new filter delivers more air to the engine than the standard filter, providing a boost in motor performance without sacrificing filtering quality.

Source: Vita Tuning [vita-tuning.de]

June 20, 2008

Edam Razor 1/8 scale Pro Kit

The Razor 1/8th scale from Edam has been around for a while now, but they have released a Pro Kit version which has received a number of updates recently to make it a more worthy consideration for competition use. Updates to the kit include and all new 5mm thick chassis plate, with both space for a 5 cell 2/3A racing pack as well as the ability to use carbon stiffeners in the plate itself. Other changes include an updated clutch system as well as lightweight 2 speed, and the car is supplied with CVD’s up front and extremely lightweight rear axles as standard.

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June 20, 2008

HoBao Hyper 28 Engine

Hobao Racing have released a new engine into their line up with the introduction of the Hyper 28. Designed primarily for the rigours of 1/8th truggy & trucks, this new engine is an upgrade on the Macstar 28 and features a new revised 3-port piston and liner for improved low end torque, something that most drivers desire when powering heavier and larger vehicles. In addition there is a new larger heat sink head, head button, crankcase and shaft. Available with or without pull start the Hyper 28 is a cost effective choice for your monster truck or truggy.

Source: Hobao [hobao-racing.com]

June 20, 2008

Xray XB808 Alu Steering Blocks

Xray have announced the release of these new steering blocks for the XB808, which have been CNC-machined from premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium, and then hard coated for extra durability and long life. Ultra-strong construction provides very long life and durability in even the most extreme racing conditions. Smart Xray engineering includes use of composite bushings to secure ball-bearings in both sides of the steering block, allowing perfect fitting and smooth operation to ultimately impart much higher lifetime compared to bearings installed directly into aluminium steering blocks.

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June 20, 2008

Craft RC Cell Master skins

Craft RC Much More Cell master skins

Craft RC, the South Korean custom RC design company, who brought us many skins for the Futaba 3PK and Sanwa M11, have branched out into skins for chargers. Starting with the Much More range, the skins fit the Cell Master, Motor Master and Silent Charger and are available with twelve different exclusive designs to match those found on their transmitter decals. As per the previous versions these too are made from top quality material that are easy to apply, high quality and can be removed without leaving any residue.

Source: Craft RC [craftrc.com]

June 20, 2008

2008 East Coast NS Rounds 6 & 7

The Drake was in touch to tell us that last weekend he and Mike Truhe made the trip back to The Farm 2 in Charlotte, NC for round 6 & 7 of the East Coast Nitro Series. Adam TQ’d both rounds 6 and 7, and while Mike won round 6, with Drake 2nd, it was Adam that took the win in round 7. Afterwards the two Losi drivers stayed on for testing for the IFMAR 1/8th Worlds that will be at the same track in September.

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