March 6, 2012

Serpent Cobra-B Team edition

Serpent have released a Team Edition version of their S811 Cobra buggy. The new kit include the pro-version 5.5mm machined aluminium shock towers in 7075-T6 alumnium front and rear and hard coated shock-caps front and rear. The use of larger, stronger bearings on all 4 corners of the car makes the Cobra even more reliable combined with new spring-steel wheel-axles. The new V3 diff-coupler and pinion system with 2 larger bearings also improves reliability a lot. The lower rear wing, as already in use on the E-Cobra is now also fitted to the GP Buggy. Finally the machined lowered pockets of the chassis plate have been revised to reduce flex, creating a stiffer / stronger chassis.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


March 5, 2012

JConcepts MP9 & RC8.2 Finnisher bodies

Expanding their body range, JConcepts have introduced the MP9 and RC8.2 Finnisher shells. Increased windshield angle provides a steady force upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps while the forward cab placement changes performance / visible bias which helps steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have a strong and chiseled look, including a recessed area in the rear which allows another option for air-escape. The chassis side-guard to body fit has been tightened up which helps eliminate large empty voids that contribute to mid-flight directional changes. The area behind the cab has been greatly lowered exposing more of the engine heat-sink allowing more heat-escape while the V-stepped feature which is a highlighted styling cue of the Finnisher buggy bodies has been incorporated toward the rear and allows an additional area that can be trimmed to allow air-flow through the body.

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March 5, 2012

Bitty Design 8.2 Force body shell

Bitty Design have released their 8.2 Force body shell for the Associated RC8.2. Different from their other cab forward they focussed on making a good looking shell that fits the chassis well and makes the car easy to drive. Their tests revealed a balanced body which give better feeling while driving, the lap times are not better but the handling was more consistent in long runs. The body is sold complete with windows masks, decal and protective film and has been produced with high quality 1mm Lexan.

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March 5, 2012

Serpent S811-E aluminium chassis braces

Serpent introduce two new option parts the for Cobra 811-Be buggy in the form of front and rear aluminium chassis braces. The parts replace the stock plastic items for more rigid ones to stiffen the chassis assembly a bit for the use on flat high-grip surfaces. The parts come with gun metal coloured anodising and laser-etched Serpent logo.

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March 4, 2012

Arrowmax MBX-6 joint cup

Arrowmax release this lightweight joint cup for the Mugen MBX-6. The CNC-machined 7075 aluminium part is weight-optimised, sports a special hardcoated surface for added durability and is a direct replacement for the stock part.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]


March 3, 2012

Team C T8T & T8TE lightweight chassis

Team C Racing introduce two lightweight chassis for the T8T line of nitro and electric off-road truggies. Coming for the T8T nitro and T8TE electric truck, the CNC-machined 7075-T6 aluminium parts sport a hard anodised surface and weight 300 gram each. Additional milled-out sections spread over the entire length of the chassis not only lower the overall weight but also make for a slightly more flexible chassis.

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March 3, 2012

Reedy optional 13mm rotor & flat sensor wires

Reedy have released new option parts for their Sonic 540 brushless motors in the form of a 13mm rotor and universal flat sensor wires. The 13.0 x 25.3 (5.0) rotor sports a larger diameter that increases motor torque for applications such as 4WD buggies and touring cars. It is a direct replacement for the stock part. Also available are new flat sensor wires of 70mm, 110mm, 150mm, 200mm and 270mm length. They look better than the standard rubber shielded wires and allow for an extremely clean look.

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March 3, 2012

Team Durango ‘408 machined blank pistons

Team Durango release machined blank shock pistons for their ‘408 line of off-road vehicles. The parts come made from black material and sport 12 dents that help to drill holes of your own specifications in order to achieve the perfect setup for your track or driving style. They are useable for both the electric and nitro variant of the ‘408 buggy.

Source: Team Durango [team-durango.com]


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