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January 15, 2009

Hiro Seiko Torx range & Tool caps

Having released their range of tools back in March last year, Hiro Seiko have added some new additions to that range with the introduction of new Torx heads. Available in T8 and T10 sizes, the tips are made from a durable material while the lightweight aluminium handles have been knurled for extra grip. Also new are a range of colorful spinning tips, suitable for the entire range, that not only helps when using the tool but helps you easily recognize each tool in your tool box.

Source: Hiro Seiko [hiro-seiko.com]

January 15, 2009

Blitz Lola R09 1/8th scale body

New from Team Titan, is their latest Bitz 1/8th scale body shell, called the Lola 09. In development for more than 6 months, this latest design has been created for modern 1/8th racing chassis’, which have higher rear body mounts, providing better rear downforce. Available in 3 different thicknesses of polycarbonate – 1.0mm, 0.9mm & 0.8mm, they have also added 2 small wings in front of each wheel arch for better steering reaction and downforce. EFRA and ROAR homologated, each shell is supplied with side supports and comes clear with an overspray film.

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January 15, 2009

Team Associated SC10 truck

Team Associated are close to releasing what appears to be a 1/10th scale version of their popular SC8 CORR series truck. Promoted on their site at the moment, they are only displaying the new SC10 logo seen above, but we’re sure that more information will come soon. Stay tuned.

Source: RC10 [rc10.com]

January 15, 2009

RyMart Racing Carbon Mud guards

RyMart Racing have released these Carbon Mud guards, designed to protect the performance of your shocks and driveshafts from mud, exhaust oil and grass, which can often cause problems during qualifying and long finals. These nicely made carbon plates fit the RC8, Losi 8ight, Xray, and others and may require slight modification to fit on more vehicles.

Source: RyMart [rymartracing.co.uk]

January 15, 2009

Team Orion sign David Ronnefalk

Team Orion have signed young 12 year old talent David Ronnefalk from Sweden. Brought on board the team by engine man Adrien Bertin, he will use CRF power in his 1/8 scale buggy, the latest CRF 21 US Spec engine, CRF fuel and all CRF accessories. The Kyosho driver will complete the package with AKA tires.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

January 14, 2009

Eduardo Dulac joins ATS team

Italian tire maker ATS have confirmed the signing of front running Brazilian racer Eduardo Dulac. The Shepherd racer, and 2007 National Champion, will not only use the company’s tires on both his 1/10th and 1/8th scale cars but his company Dulac Automodelismo will also distribute the entire range into Brazil.

Source: ATS Tyres [atsmodel.com]

January 14, 2009

LRP VTEC Harakiri buggy tire

LRP have announced the latest addition to their VTEC buggy tire range with the release of the Harakiri. Joining the already released Kamikaze and Suicide, this tire features a big block thread with optimized large spacing between the pins for best performance and long lifespan on very dusty and loose tracks. Great for long and tough finals on broken up and rutted race tracks.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

January 14, 2009

Xtreme Racing MP9 Carbon parts

Carbon Fibre specialists Xtreme Racing have released a full range of carbon parts for the Kyosho Inferno MP9. Available in the range are front and rear shock towers, centre diff brace, servo tray and radio brace with all parts made from both black or silver carbon. For strength during landings, the shock towers have been machined out of super strong 4mm thick carbon fibre. Similar parts are also available for the Mugen MBX-6, with only new shock towers available for the Associated RC8-T and SC8.

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