Big-Racing have released this chassis plate for the Associated RC8. Milling out the original factory chassis, they have managed to make the whole part 60 grams lighter for improved car performance without sacrificing strength or stiffness.
Source: Big-Racing [big-racing.net]
Pro-Line have released their BullDog body for use with the Team Associated B44.1 1:10 off-road buggy. Providing performance that has, at times, been deemed an unfair advantage, BullDog bodies now set the standard in performance. The advanced cab forward design generates unmatched off-power steering, while the low profile rear deck feeds the wing with clean air flow. Made from durable / genuine Lexan, the super-low styling giving your B44.1 the lowest center of gravity (CG) possible.
Reds Racing, the brand of Italian engine guru Mario Rossi, have released their new XR24 5 port truggy engine. With a 4cc displacement it has the perfect balance between performance and fuel economy while the reliability and ease of tuning make it perfect for racing. The ABC construction and configuration of the piston and liner provides maximum torque at all speeds, while the plastic and metal construction of the carburetor ensures stable mixture settings. Other features include the lightened and hard coated crankshaft as well as the lightweight conrod for high rpm. The motor is designed to work with the new dual tube exhaust system which helps the cars fuel consumption and give a more linear distribution of power.
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Having sent us a sneak peek of their new Suburbs 3 weeks ago, Pro-Line have now released these new 1/8th scale tires. Available in Pro-Line’s proprietary M3 (Soft) and MC (Clay) compounds, it makes sense that the popular indoor and blue groove tread pattern would be made available for the 1/8th class. Featuring an inner and outer radius rib tread for increased corner holding and predictable side-bite, the internal sidewall ribbing maintains sidewall structure in extreme traction conditions for greater corner control. The tread height is predictable, aggressive, and long-lasting for use on a variety of blue-groove track and surfaces where you would typically run soft compound tires and the tires are supplied with re-usable Closed Cell foam inserts.
Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]
Tresrey have released yet more option parts for the Durango DEX410/R buggy. First up are these high precision machined shock cases with special smooth coating (MOS coating). Offering less friction than the standard material, this conversion set includes 3mm shafts also for less friction against the O-rings. With the included machined shock pistons, you can upgrade your standard shocks to the next level. Also new are these front and rear 4mm thick light weight carbon shock tower with more shock mounting positions for fine tuning your setup. The rear tower also sport a lower upper arm mounting position compared to the standard version for more setting variations. Finally is this high traction weight (30g) that can be mounted under the rear gear box that will give more traction directly to the car. Available mid to late November.
The TWheels 700 from Twintip is especially designed for 1/8 scale buggies and Short Course trucks. Its exclusive unique conception offers a perfect solution to organize, protect and carry your equipment. Specific compartments have been designed for the car, tires, starter, radio transmitter, tools & accessories into a technical reinforced bag with a smart look. Twintip bags are made with the highest grade materials for the production process and are fully padded with high density foam to provide the best protection for your equipment.
Taking all the feedback from their drivers about their Battle Star tires, Sweep Racing have come out with a solution for extremely rough surfaces. In some extreme conditions the tire lost some spikes or they bent over the treads causing reduced acceleration after 20 or more minutes of racing. To solve potential problems, they have revised the design, connecting the two spikes together and are pleased to introduce the V2 Battle Star. The tires offer enhanced durability, acceleration and stopping power and less squat giving a smaller skid angle for faster cornering. Expect it to make its debut at the 2010 IFMAR Worlds in Thailand in 2 and a half weeks.
Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]
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JConcepts drivers, Jason Ruona, Paul Wynn and JR Mitch have been busy performing pre-worlds testing at Coral Springs and Tampa, FL with a prototype version of the new JConcepts Inverse 1/8th scale buggy wheel. This new wheel which is unique in construction is 2-piece with the conventional design being inverted. This allows for a very smooth interior design which resists dirt and debris build-up during hard racing conditions while also providing stability. Additionally, the interior remains in focus as it can be adjusted to change the amount of natural flexibility of the wheel. The outside of the wheel is ribbed and braced for support while being protected and capped by a dish which gives the racer the option of color or dish swaps with ease. Look for more details as they emerge on the new Inverse wheel during the 2010 IFMAR World Championships here on Red RC.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
