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September 5, 2009

Pro-Line Closed cell Foam inserts & new tire options

Continuing on with the recent releases by Pro-Line, the US company have introduced some new items for 1/8th scale off road vehicles. First up are these closed cell foam inserts that feature channels to capture the tire so the carcass flex is kept to a minimum. This removes air gaps in between the tire and ensures it is perfectly balanced. This can also be re used which is just in time for Pro-Line’s next release which are ‘a la carte’ tires that means you can now buy your favourite thread and compound in a set of 4, without foam. Finally you can now also get your favourite VTR 4.0″ threads pre mounted on zero offset yellow and white Velocity VTR rims.

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September 4, 2009

Pro-Line Slash Bumper, Skid plates & Undertray

More new items from Pro-Line Racing who have released some new products for the popular Traxxas Slash. First up is this range of protectors for the car which include a front bumper as well as front and rear skid plates. Made from extremely durable nylon material they are a direct replacement and offer added thickness throughout for longer bashing life. Also new for the Slash is a lexan undertray which fits directly onto your Slash and protects against dirt and debris from entering into the chassis and electronics.

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September 4, 2009

KM Racing HB D8 Rear uprights

KM Racing continue to release new products, this time for the World Champion Hot Bodies D8 buggy. They have produced a new hard anodized aluminium rear hub for the car, that increases the stability and strength in this area, compared to the standard version. Available in both 0 and 1 degree toe-in versions.

Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]

September 3, 2009

KM Racing MBX-6 option parts

More new items from KM Racing, this time for the European Championship winning Mugen MBX-6. First up is this aluminium centre diff housing which has been hard treated and helps increase rigidity as well as allowing the smooth and efficient movement of the differenial. Next up is a new 1.8mm thick lightweight brake disc, that claims to enhance the braking force. Finally there are 2 new hard anodized aluminium rear hubs that are super stable, and come in 0 and 1 degree versions.

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September 1, 2009

ABEC35 Engine & Thrust bearings

Ball bearing company ABEC35 have released version 2 of their 7x19x6mm engine bearing. This new type features redefined radial play and inner diameter and each bearing comes with 2 contact rubber shields (1 black & 1 blue) and is greased. Suitable for off road conditions and if using them in on road simply take the blue shield away. Another new product is their thrust bearings (F5-10M 4.8/5.0) for Kyosho push type clutches. Comparing to the previous clutch bearings (F5-10M 5.0/5.2) they have over size balls, 9pcs x 2.0mm, for extended life.

Source: ABEC35 [abec35.com]

September 1, 2009

X-Factory X-6 Squared Plastic Flex chassis

X-Factory have announced the release of this new ‘plastic’ chassis for the National Champion X-6 Squared buggy. The first ones were ready just two weeks ago and were rushed to the Team for testing and Tom Cockerill used one to take a convincing win at the Blythe UK National. The new chassis is made of the same material as the original ‘graphite’ version, except that the carton fibres are replaced by fiberglass giving it a bit more flex. X-6 Squared kits will continue to be supplied with a graphite chassis, and the plastic ones will be available as an option.

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August 31, 2009

RB Shark 9 LE engine

To celebrate Renaud Savoya’s European title, RB have release this limited edition Shark 9 engine. This high performance engine has 3 ports with the multi exhaust system delivering an excellent power/fuel consumption rate. Featuring a 14mm long stroke balanced crankshaft with coated pin it is supplied with a turbo glow plug and combustion chamber as well as a 9mm carburetor provided with 6mm, 7mm and 8mm restrictors. This engine will also be delivered with complete in-line kit RB 2045P and compact manifold and as an extra gift comes with the RB Gas cooler. This special edition is limited to 400 units for the worldwide market and will be numbered and signed by Renaud himself.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]

August 29, 2009

VP Pro Xray XB808 Air filter foam

VP Pro have released two new air filter foams for the Xray XB808 in both 2008 and 2009 versions. Made from high quality dense foam and shaped for ultimate high flow, they come with one outer and one inner foam element. Micro density foam helps achieve high performance while providing maximum air filtration for extended engine life even in dirty and dusty conditions. Sold in packs of 10 for the 2008 version and 15 for the 2009 version.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]