January 5, 2011

Serpent Cobra rear uprights & diff coupler

Serpent Cobra rear uprights & diff coupler

Serpent have released a number of new parts for their S811 Cobra starting with these new rear uprights. Made from 7075 T6 aluminium they are very light and durable and offer a superb bearing fit and support. Grey anodised and laser engraved, they are available in left and right versions. Also new for the Cobra is this differential coupler in spring steel that enables the use of an extra 13x19x4mm bearing. The extra bearing on the coupler creates a more durable package.

View the diff coupler here


December 31, 2010

JConcepts Punisher for LRP S8-BXR Evo

JConcepts Punisher for LRP S8-BXR Evo

JConcepts have released this Punisher body shell for the LRP S8-BXR Evo buggy. 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 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: LRP [lrp.cc]


December 24, 2010

T-Work’s 1/8 tire balancer

T-Work's 1/8 tire balancer

T-Work’s Racing has introduced their new hand held 1/8 Buggy & Truggy tire balancer. Made from aluminium, the shaft is ball raced to allow you to easily find the heavy spot on any attached wheel enabling you to easily balance it.

Source: T-Work’s [rc-tworks.com]


December 24, 2010

Xray 808 2011 spec

Xray 808 2011 spec

Xray have released details of the 2011 version of the 808. Coming soon, major improvements give the new 808 higher performance, higher reliability and higher enjoyment. New updates include an all new chassis plate, suspension geometry and improved weight balance and features a lot of the same updates seen on the prototype buggy run by Juraj Hudy at the Worlds in Pattaya. Also as the image shows, the new car will sport a new high downforce cab forward body shell.

View a list of the major updates


December 18, 2010

Hot Bodies D8 Trick body

Hot Bodies D8 Trick body

Developed by Atsushi Hara and coming close to winning the World title, Hot Bodies have released the Trick body for the D8. This body is a performance enhancing part that will lower your lap times. A steep angled cab forward design provides high downforce in the front end of the car while side pod wings provide downforce in the rear, making high traction and stability all around. In Hara’s own words, this body gives more controllable front traction without giving away rear traction. Molded from clear polycarbonate plastic for durability and long life it comes supplied with complete decal sheet with official logos, overspray film and pre-cut vinyl window masks.

View more images of the Trick here


December 18, 2010

Pro-Line Revolver 2.0 1/8 buggy tires

Pro-Line Revolver 2.0 1/8 buggy tires

Pro-Line have introduced the Revolver 2.0 off road 1/8 buggy tires. This tire represents the culmination of years of research, development and track testing to give you best traction and the longest wear available. The Revolver 2.0 is based on an icon in the RC industry, the original Revolver, which won the 2008 IFMAR World Championships at the Farm 2 in North Carolina. Subtle changes were made to the tread design that have resulted in better traction and faster lap times on a variety of racing surfaces.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]


December 16, 2010

Tresrey DEX410 red carbon chassis plate

Tresrey DEX410 red carbon chassis plate

Tresrey have released this awesome looking red carbon chassis for the Durango DEX410 buggy. About half the weight of the standard aluminium chassis plate, it features kick ups on both the front and rear of the chassis and is a direct replacement for the original. The chassis plate is softer however than the aluminium version and therefore is better suited to low grip conditions.

View more images of the chassis plate here


December 16, 2010

JConcepts Profiled inserts, lock nuts, beanie & tire bands

JConcepts Profiled inserts, lock nuts, beanie & tire bands

JConcepts have released a whole host of new products starting with the 1/10th off-road tire inserts. Racers have asked JConcepts for a firmer and more durable insert and after much deliberation the new JConcepts Profiled insert is ready. Having the insert with proper density for track conditions pays dividends to the racer and especially toward the end of races. To add to the construction and performance, JConcepts have added cut / grooves into the profile of the inserts to add an even greater driver to track feel. JConcepts has your 8/32″ locking wheel nut needs covered, for both buggy and truck with the new Illuzion wheel nut set. These precision wheel nuts are flanged and knurled for locking security and feature a lightweight design. When the weather turns cold it’s a good idea to warm-up with the JConcepts Beanie hat. Manufactured in a durable material with JC embroidered logo the beanie has a low profile fit and finish which provide a stylish yet protective look. Finally, the JConcepts tire rubber bands have been given an update and the set now includes 4 narrow and 4 wide versions and help with mounting tires.

View the other products here


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