May 29, 2012

Durango HD suspension mounts

Team Durango have released these new HD suspension mounts from Team Durango, which come as standard on the new DNX408T truggy. They are also available as a super-tough option for the DNX408 & DNX408v2 nitro buggy as well as the DEX408 electric buggy.

Source: Durango [team-durango.com]


May 25, 2012

Durango DNX408T 1/8th scale truggy

Durango have released full details on their all new DNX408T 1/8th scale truggy. Based heavily on their successful DNX408, the truggy features heavy duty machined alloy suspension hangers front and rear, as well as bulkheads to hold the gearboxes securely in position. The machined alloy parts as standard continue to the brake bulkheads and shock towers, perfect for supporting the 15mm big bore shock absorbers. The all-new, spiral design, machine-cut gears for the DNX408T, have been extensively tested for performance and reliability. Full details can be found on the car’s product page (link below).

View more images of the truggy here


May 25, 2012

Tresrey DEX210 heatsink motor plate

New for the Durango DEX210 from Tresrey is this ultra hard heatsink motor plate. Machined from 7075 aluminum it helps reduce trouble with the gear box and gives more cooling for all four types of motor/gear layouts. Made in Japan it comes anodized in ‘Tresrey-Red’.

Source: Tresrey [tresrey.com]


May 24, 2012

Centro suspension blocks for RC8.2 & RC8T

Centro’s line of aftermarket parts has spread to 1/8th off road with these new plates for the RC8.2, RC8T and RC8.2e. Precision machined from Swiss 7075-T6 aluminium, these high quality plates provide hinge pin height adjustment for a lower roll centre making the car more level, with less roll through the turns and improved traction. Standard with 3˚ toe-in and accepts standard kit inserts.

View the D plate here


May 23, 2012

FTW Agama A8 Night Fox body

FTW Racing Components is pleased to present the Agama community with a Night Fox tailored specifically for the A8 buggy. Testing proved that not only does it perform well, it looks great on the podium too with Team FTW’s newest member, 2010 RC Pro National Champion, Jason Branham scoring podium finishes in his first two outings with the body. For optimum fit FTW recommends replacing the factory air filter assembly with the Team Losi 8ight 2.0 air filter assembly or similar. The body is formed from clear .040” polycarbonate and comes in clear with a protective film and molded cut lines and is supplied with window masks and decal sheets.

View more images of the body here


May 22, 2012

Avid RC8.2 servo saver arm

Avid RC have released this RC8.2 aluminium servo saver arm, designed to eliminate flex in the steering system as well as add a second element of safety to prevent your steering linkage from coming loose in a race. Avid team drivers report that the buggy feels more predictable and is able to hold an arc better through high-speed banked turns.

Source: Avid RC [avidrc.com]


May 21, 2012

Novarossi 9886 exhaust pipe

Novarossi have introduced their new 9886 polished exhaust pipe. The EFRA homologated 2-chamber pipe is suitable for both on and offroad and this super strong version has been made with thicker aluminium for extra strength in the event of an impact.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.com]


May 19, 2012

Pro-Line TRF502X Bulldog, B44.1 wheels & tire bag

Seen at the Cactus Classic two months ago Pro-Line have released the Bulldog clear body for the Tamiya TRF502X buggy. Other new items from Pro-Line include a pair of Velocity 2.2” 4WD front wheels for the Associated B44.1 in white and yellow. A reversed dish design protects the nut and axle from damage during collisions and brings an awesome new look to your buggy. Pro-Line’s new tire bag features luggage quality zippers and material that displays your support with a huge P-L logo. The bag is supported by an inner corrugated plastic housing that protects your stuff and holds the bags shape and has an adjustable shoulder strap for easy transport and a completely open top for easy access to your stuff. Finally there is new tire gluing band that are specifically designed for holding tires down during the gluing process while still being stretchy enough to work on multiple sizes of tires. From 1:10 buggy and truck to SC and all the way up to 1:8 buggy, Pro-Line’s new tire bands perform flawlessly.

View the other new products here