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February 18, 2010

X-Factory to release complete X-6 Squared kit

X-Factory have announced that they will soon release their first complete kit, a giant step forward for the company that will remove the need for a donor car to assemble a X-6 Squared chassis. X-Factory’s distributors and many dealers have already placed orders and the kit should be on its way to fine model shops all over the world early in March. Kit price will be lower than a new B4FT kit + X-6 Squared Conversion, and the Kit contains many hop-up items most drivers would normally buy extra. X-Factory will continue to make and sell the X-6 Squared Conversion Kit for those who prefer to convert a B4.

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February 18, 2010

Pro-Line’s new line of beanies

Get in-style with the latest apparel from Pro-Line who’ve introduced their new range of beanies. Featuring the Pro-Line logo embroidered on the front edge, it has been made from 100% hypoallergenic ring spun acrylic and is available in grey, red and navy. One size fits all.

Source: Pro Line [prolineracing.com]

February 18, 2010

HPI mini failsafe unit

Protect your car or truck from dangerous runaway conditions with this failsafe unit from HPI. Simply plug it in between your throttle servo and receiver for instant protection, just in case your receiver battery runs low or you lose radio signal while out on the track. Press the button on the failsafe to select the throttle position (neutral or partial brake is recommended) and you’ll be able to drive in confidence, knowing your vehicle and spectators will be OK in the event of radio or electrical problems.

Source: HPI [hpieurope.com]

February 18, 2010

Pro-Line introduce the Recoil

Pro-Line’s newest addition to their 1/8th buggy tire arsenal is the Recoil. Set to debut at this weekend’s Nitro Challenge, its unique ‘Hexagonal’ base provides foundational stability while a touch of subtle siping provides the perfect balance of flexibility. Penetrating lugs assure peak performance on loose and dusty soil with the centered parallel bars providing maximum forward acceleration. Sold in a pair and supplied with molded foam inserts.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

February 18, 2010

RB Cleaning putty

As seen in our report from the Toy Fair, RB have launched its own line of cleaning putty. Similar to others on the market, it will allow you to easily remove oil residue and dust from tires that may stay stuck to your engine and other parts of the car. Flexible and efficient, the cleaning putty is delivered in a handy box which will preserve all the properties of the gum.

Source: RB [rbproducts.com]

February 18, 2010

Sweep Racing Exagon tires

Sweep Racing have announced that their all new Exagon tires had a great first outing on the 2010 IFMAR Pre Worlds with local privateer Champ Khunthin taking 4th. These tires were the results of running at the Buggy Party race in Pattaya Beach back in December. The pattern features dual step hexagon pins for maximum forward traction, best cornering speeds and the most on-power steering possible. Unlike other past tires, EXP Exagon incorporates “EXP Cavity” into the tire design, which give the tires wider and flatter tread on the terrain. They also incorporate the side wall beads for a quicker response. You can also trim these beads and the outer edge pins to control the side bite. Sweep also went to the RC Mania track located near Bangkok which is well known for their rough surface and ran for 90 minutes and found the pattern remained in good condition unlike other brands. They pushed it even further by mounting the same set of tires to the EXP Factory Pilot Ryan Lee’s machine to participate in a control practice race. His times were better than that of other drivers with brand new tires. Available in soft (red) and extra soft (blue) compound and pre glued on white or yellow wheels.

Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]

February 17, 2010

Bitty Design Contest 2010 – Announcement

Italian company Bitty Design have been in touch to let us know about the 2nd running of their ‘Contest 2010’ event that will take place in Barco di Bibbiano in Italy on the 12th to 13th of June. Open to 1/8th scale buggy, the event will be an exciting affair with the drivers competing in a superpole event with a last chance qualifier also being run to allow drivers secure their place in the final. Combine that format with some of the best drivers in Europe, a live DJ and some beautiful pin-up girls and you have a great event.

Visit the official event site here for more information.

February 17, 2010

ProTek R/C ROAR Approved LiPo race packs

A Main Hobbies today announced their new line of ProTek R/C brand Lithium Polymer hard case battery packs. Starting with this ROAR legal 1-cell 5000mAh capacity pack with a true 40C constant discharge rate, it includes a pre-installed Deans style T-plug. Next up is the ROAR legal 2-cell 5000mAh pack with a true 35C constant discharge rate. This pack includes a charge/balance lead with 4mm bullet connectors for a low resistance connection to the battery and a 3-pin Align/E-Flite style XH connector. Next up is the 5200mAh 45C saddle pack which includes bullet connectors for charging, with a Deans style T-plug and XH balance connector installed. ProTek offer two versions of their ROAR approved 5600mAh 50C packs that come either pre wired or with cables connected using 4mm bullet connectors. Finally for 1/8th scale racers, this ROAR legal 4-cell pack features 5600mAh of capacity and a true 50C constant discharge rate and includes and integrated Deans style T-plug and 5 pin XH connector.

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