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October 11, 2011

Serpent ‘Square’ pistons for Cobra S811

New for the Serpent Cobra S811 buggy are these ‘square’ pistons. Following extensive testing they have concluded that in order to fine tune your S811 buggy to a multitude of racing conditions you should use these new 8 hole pistons to balance compression and rebound dampening. They will help improve your cars handling in conditions where the bumps are above the racing surface. The shock will be quicker to rebound, putting your tires on the ground more often improving lap times. The pistons are CNC machined from delrin, for super smooth and true shape.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

October 10, 2011

Associated B4 +8mm conversion kit

Team Associated debuted the new +8mm chassis in prototype form at the 2011 IFMAR Worlds, taking the World Championship title, TQ honors and the top two steps on the podium. Now, racers world-wide can upgrade their B4 or B4.1 to the latest specs with the new B4 +8mm Conversion Kit. The additional 8mm of added wheelbase helps make the B4 easier to drive and more stable without sacrificing the critical traction needed for lower-grip tracks. Fits B4 FT, B4.1 FT and B4 RS RTR. Some bodies may fit the longer chassis with little or no modification. Racers can purchase a +8mm B4 body from racing partners Pro-Line and JConcepts.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

October 10, 2011

JConcepts 1/8th buggy t-shirt

Just in time for Fall, JConcepts have introduced this black 1/8th buggy t-shirt. Made of 100% cotton material the new black t-shirt has a trendy new looks that is representative of the latest style which includes new logo and a graphically clever 1/8th buggy design in a hip placement position. Available in usual range of sizes.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

October 10, 2011

JConcepts Punisher body for RC8.2 FT

JConcepts have released their Punisher body for the Associated RC8.2 FT. The RC8.2 features a slightly longer chassis and the Punisher body is a drop-fit for this updated version of the championship winning buggy. Blended wing / body design gives additional downforce to the side pods and windshield which increases drivability, corner speed and jump control. The rear base of the cab area represents the latest offering for 1/8th buggy racing featuring a super low profile design for increased engine cooling, air flow and escape.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

October 7, 2011

Serpent Cobra-Be BL buggy

Now available the Serpent Cobra-Be follows the same design philosophy as with the gas powered Serpent buggy and shares many of the same components as well. The whole central section with battery-slots, ESC and receiver holder, servo mount and front-mounted motor mount, chassis plate, larger wheel-axle and diff bearings, rear wing / wing mount and the body shell are the key new developments.

View more details and images here

October 7, 2011

Schumacher Mi4 & Cougar SV Speed Secret options

Schumacher have released their latest Speed Secret options for both the Mi4 and the Cougar SV. This new long top deck conversion set for the Mi4CX gives optimised longitudinal flex geometry to improve traction levels and decrease lap times. Developed by the Schumacher Race Team including Multiple British Champion Chris Grainger and used by Matt White to win the final BRCA National at Mendip. For the Cougar SV these cool alloy Zero Trail axles give the car more consistent steering throughout the turn and a more aggressive steering feel compared to trailing axles. Straight line stability may be slightly reduced.

View the zero trail axles here

October 5, 2011

JConcepts 1/8th truck Hybrids

A combination of years of development with JConcepts drivers, the Hybrids are all the rage and the combination of the most popular JConcepts tires available. A mid-lug design with unique inner Crowbar center lug DNA, the Hybrid is built for speed and ultimate high-speed control and handling. Supported lug control and X-braced sidewall lug detail is designed to go the distance in long qualifiers, final main events and beyond. Adapted for the 1/8th truck class featuring the Elevated Bead design the lightweight continuous tire body design minimizes rotating mass which makes the 1/8th truck Hybrid a dynamite performer straight out of the package. Extensive testing showed a smaller pin height advantageous in many conditions and particularly when sharp angles and edges arise in the track surface. At the base of the design, the new mid-height lugs present the compound to the racing surface while the center lug DNA picks up the heavy lifting for forward-bite. Available in Soft (Blue) and Super Soft (Green) compounds.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

October 3, 2011

Team C T8TE brushless truggy

Team C have released pictures of their new brushless truggy, the T8TE. Its twin battery pack design chassis sees a pack mounted to the rear of the chassis and to each side of the centre driveshaft giving excellent balance. Other features include a 3mm T6 7075 chassis, 5mm front & rear shock towers, CVD shaft system and high downforce rear wing and cab forward body. Expect an early November release.

View more images of the truggy here