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September 13, 2010

Schumacher Mi4 & Cougar link mounts

Schumacher have announced the released of these two new option parts for the Mi4 and Cougar SV chassis’. The Schumacher Team have been testing these items for some time and they are this 37mm 4 groove carbon fibre link mount (top) for the Mi4 that gives a longer upper camber link, especially good on high speed circuits. The other new part is the 60mm carbon fibre link mount bracket for the Cougar that shortens the front camber link, reducing front end bite.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

September 13, 2010

Speed Passion RS2 & RS1 RTR cars

Speed Passion have released two cars in their new line of RTR cars aimed at entry level drivers. First up is the RTR RS2 Stadium Truck, which features full ball bearings, oil filled shocks, adjustable geometry and is ready to race right out of the box. It features the new Cirtix Inspire 2.0 brushless ESC and Sport Tuned 4000kv motor, giving you more than enough power for the track or your favorite bashing spot to tear up any terrain. And no worries about frequency conflicts either, because the RS2 comes complete with a 2.4Ghz radio system for glitch free operation anywhere. The RS1 is a 1/10th Scale 4wd shaft driven sedan. It too sports the Cirtix Inspire 2.0 ESC with easy forward / reverse operation. The ESC Digital racing respond system uses the same DNA from the 2010 IFMAR World Champion, giving you the choice of 9 levels of power, which allow you to adjust the power to your ability. Supplied with the Sport Tuned 3000kv motor.

View more images of the cars here

September 13, 2010

Video – JQ Products History

[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/14671858[/vimeo]

Joseph Quagraine from JQ Products runs us through the history of the company to this point and what led to the production of THE Car. It gives a great insight into the thoughts and work behind making a car from the original idea, trying to find a partner to prototyping the different parts and making the bodyshell.

Source: JQ Products [jq-products.com]

September 11, 2010

Novak M2 Dig 3S Dual Brush ESC

Coming soon from Novak is the M2 Dig 3S Dual Brush ESC. The first of its kind, this new, dual-motor compatible speed control is small, light and easy to install and operate. Combined with two brushed motors, the M2 Dig independently controls the motors to perform dig maneuvers. There are three fully programmable throttle profiles: Dig mode, Proportional Dig Mode and Single Motor Brushed Mode. The M2 Dig 3S sports independent biasing of the front and rear motors to allow for precise maneuverability through tricky terrain, and exceptional control on steep inclines and downhill descents. Because of these features the M2 Dig 3S is perfect for the new Axial XR10.

Source: Novak [teamnovak.com]

September 10, 2010

Durango DNX408 ready for release

After years of testing with many hand-made test cars, then more than six months of pre-production testing this year, along the way winning the German Nationals, Team Durango are satisfied that the DNX408 is ready for release. If all goes to plan with production then they expect to be shipping late November this year.

Source: Durango [team-durango.com]

September 9, 2010

Losi 8ight-E 2.0 Race Roller

Losi have released the 8ight-E 2.0 Race Roller, a competition buggy chassis that has been hand-built and tuned to exacting specifications. The 8ight-E 2.0 Race Roller offers several innovative design elements including a powerful Xcelorin 2100Kv brushless motor and speed control, a Tuned Flex Technology chassis, lightened shock towers, an updated suspension geometry, a race-inspired body design and more.

View more details here

September 9, 2010

JConcepts 17mm fine thread capped wheel nuts

JConcepts has your 1/8th buggy or truck, locking wheel nut needs covered with the release of these 17mm fine thread capped wheel nut set. These high precision wheel nuts are flanged and knurled for locking security and feature a closed end to protect from dirt and debris build-up in the axle or hub. Available in blue and black the wheel nuts are intended for use with Associated, Mugen, Losi, Kyosho, Hot Bodies and Xray vehicles.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

September 5, 2010

Serpent S811 aluminium shock towers

Serpent have release new option front and rear shock towers for their Cobra S811 buggy. These very strong and very durable parts are precision machined from the highest quality 5.5mm thick 7075 T6 aerospace type aluminium. Recessed areas and chamfered edges help reduce the weight and add to the look of the parts. Sporting multiple shock and camber link mounting positions, the front tower weighs in at 22 grams, while the rear is 31 grams.

View the rear shock tower here