We’re a bit slow off the mark with this one but JConcepts’ all new Punisher B4.1 made its debut last weekend at the 2010 ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals in Joliet, IL. Used by factory driver Ryan Maifield, the body was completed just in time for the race and JConcepts decided to share these pre release photos with everyone.
View more images of the new shell here
JS Racing have announced the upcoming release of their new .23 size DX-523R truggy engine, the latest addition to their engine line. Expected to be released in September, the ‘Hellfire’ has received extensive testing from EB Mods USA and the JS Racing team and are now happy with the final result, an engine that provides superb run time and massive power.
Source: JS Racing [jsracing-model.com]
VP Pro have released this new air filter for the Serpent S811. Made from quality dense foam, it has been shaped for ultimate high-flow and comes with one outer foam and one inner foam element. Micro density foam helps achieve the high performance while provide maximum air filtration for extended engine life even in dirty and dusty conditions.
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
Fastrax have launched their new Turf Ripper 1/10th scale off-road buggy tire. Ideal for astroturf or grass racing, this latest addition to Fastrax’s growing range are suitable for all popular racing 2wd and 4wd buggies. Moulded in Fastrax’s T1 compound and featuring a lightweight carcass and firm spike design for all round speed and handling performance. Sold as a pair without inserts.
The releases from Serpent for their S811 Cobra keep coming with the introduction of these aluminium shock spring cups. Precision machined and hard coated, they are very light and durable and a direct replacement for the standard nylon parts. Sold in a set of 4.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
New for the S811 Cobra, Serpent have released these optional anodised 7075 T6 aluminium suspension brackets. Suitable for the rear side of the lower rear suspension, this part offer a very strong and stiff alternative to the standard part and also accepts the standard composite inserts too.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
More new parts from Serpent for their S811 Cobra buggy with the release of this precision machined anodized T6 aluminium monoblock type engine mount. The lower mounts remains seated on the chassis, and only the upper bracket remains attached to the engine, for quick and easy engine mounting/removal. Precise positioning is achieved with steel bearing-pins and threaded holes. A super finish with extra cooling fins on the side. Serpent have also introduced precision machined and anodized aluminium servo posts, these lightweight parts replace the standard steel parts.
Having already seen some shots of this new tread pattern, Pro-Line have officially announced the Sniper. These 1/8 buggy tire uses the same design philosophy and technology as the Hole Shot, but scaled up to work in looser and dustier conditions. After initial testing, Pro-Line team drivers like Ryan Cavalieri and Travis Amezcua are already sold on the tire saying that the Sniper offers awesome forward traction and side bite in a variety of track conditions. The bigger pins also provide longer wear, giving you lasting traction through long A-mains. Available in M2 (Medium), M3 (Soft), M4 (Super Soft) compounds. PL have also released their all new Scrubs 2WD front buggy tire. Designed specifically for wet and dry clay tracks, the scrubs front tire offers an optimum angled bar side bite, as well as a pin design, which will make your buggy track like an arrow. Offered in our M3, MX and MC compounds to meet your entire clay track needs.
