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May 2, 2011

Pitshark 8ight shell with skin

Italian company Pitshark have announced their new Losi 8ight shell with line of suitable custom decals. A collaboration with Deltaplastik, this new high quality cab forward body gives better off power steering and plenty of cooling for the engine. The skins are designed to fit the new shell perfectly and come in two different versions, Thinyrex and Toxy, and are customizable to include your sponsors. The decals come already applied to the body and are resistant to all types of thinners and fuel.

Source: Pitshark [pitshark.it]

May 1, 2011

Associated RC8B upgrade parts

Based on the parts used by Associated’s team drivers at Motorama, CRCRC Winter Midwest Nitro Champs and the IFMAR 1:8 Worlds in Thailand, these new team-tested and raced parts are now available to everyone and will substantially improve the performance of your RC8B. The new parts include a +3mm chassis, light front and rear outdrive, upgraded front and rear arms, a new lower B Plate with inserts, upgraded front and rear shock towers and aluminium steering posts. Available separately, there is a kit available that includes all the wishbones, shock towers, straight eyelets and fasteners. There is also an update rear swaybar kit for use with the updated rear lower suspension arms, that includes 2.5, 2.6, 2.7 and 2.8mm wires, as well as all mounting parts. Available in June.

View all the new parts here

April 30, 2011

Novarossi 2096 Buggy pipe set

Racing Experience have announced the release of the new Novarossi 2096 buggy pipe set. Giving the same ignition power as the 9901 pipe, it gives quicker acceleration and also while the fuel mileage is similar to the 9901 on short tracks, this new pipe gives more run time on smooth European style tracks. Made with a super strong construction, using thick material, it makes the pipe very durable. Sold with the 021 header for fitting into the Kyosho and Serpent buggy or with the 029 one to fit in the Mugen or Xray cars.

Source: Racing Experience [racing-experience.fr]

April 29, 2011

DE Racing Zip Stix tire organizers

DE Racing have announced their new Zip Stix 1/10th scale tire organizers. These quick and simple to use tools allow you to organize and ID your tires by tread, wear and compound. No more fumbling or guesswork regarding tire sets and no more lost tires. Simply slide the stix through the stack of wheels and zip the retainer down to hold it all together. To release just squeeze the retainer and slide off. Sold in packs of 2 and available in 5 different colours they work with wheels for 2wd Buggy, 4wd Buggy, Stadium Truck and Short Course Trucks.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]

April 29, 2011

Grid RC BalancePro wheel balancer

The new BalancePro from Grid RC is designed for the 1/8 racing purist, that want an ultra accurate high-end wheel balancer. The Grid BalancePro uses a precision ground 4mm balancing-rod that rides on lubricate-free micro ball bearings, that is virtually near-zero friction. The micro ball bearings are ultra sensitive to even the slightest wheel imbalance. Racers can also utilize the three adjustable feet with the aid of a bubble level for further increased accuracy.

View more images of the BalancePro here

April 27, 2011

Answer RC lightweight locking wheel nuts

The new lightweight locking wheel nuts from Answer RC are now available. Designed to offer the best of both worlds, security and performance, the security aspect is two fold. Firstly the have a knurled section machined into the back of the nut to allow it to lock onto the wheel and secondly the nuts come with O Rings that seat into the back of the nut to secure the nut against the wheel stub axle and prevent vibration loosening. The nuts come with 8 o-rings giving you a complete spare set. The nuts are machined away on the faces and drilled into to save weight and as with any closed cap wheel nut, knowing that the stub axle will not get mangled up is always a welcome benefit. Available in red and black in both 1.0mm and 1.25mm threads.

Source: Answer RC [answer-rc.com]

April 27, 2011

JConcepts TLR 22 Punisher body

The Punisher body by JConcepts for the TLR 22 is the meanest, nastiest thing out for 1/10th buggy racing. The slight cab-forward treatment is amongst the most aggressive in class giving the Punisher top notch performance. Blended wing / body design gives additional down-force to the side-pods and windshield which increases driveability, corner speed and jump control. The rear base of the cab area represents the latest offering for 1/10th buggy racing featuring a rear scoop allowing additional tune-ability and cooling for high-performance racing. The Punisher body includes both cut-lines so the user can trim to either rear or mid motor chassis configurations. In addition to the newly designed body JConcepts has included 2 of the popular 6.5″ wide high down force V-wings that are commonly used around the world.

View more images of the body here

April 26, 2011

Team Orion Carbon FLX LiPo packs

Following the success of the hard case packs developed specifically for the 1/10th scale Traxxas E-Revo & Summit as well as the 1/16th scale Traxxas E-Revo, Summit and Slash platforms, Team Orion has designed a hardcase pack to maximize the capacity and overall performance of the HPI Savage Flux. It provides a perfect fit and combines LiPo technology with maximum capacity to help push the Savage Flux to its limits. Featuring a carbon look special hard case, up to 45C discharge rate and it comes in 2S and 3S Versions with Deans connector fitted, so it can go into any HPI cars without modifications. Available in 4000mAh, 6000mAh, 8000mAh 2S and 4000mAh and 6000mAh 3S versions.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]