Swiss company SMP Racing parts have released these new grade 5 titanium CV axles for the Losi 8ight 2.0 1/8th 4wd buggy. These super light weight parts not only look great but add extra strength for maximum durability.
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JConcepts have dropped us a mail to show off their latest body for the RC8B. They have fitted an exclusive new design that incorporates the Punisher treatment along with extended side-pods for increased control surfaces and function. Along with the initial photos, they have also included a video showing the new shell in testing and we can expect to have more photos and release information soon.
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New for the HPI Baja, you can now change the look of your buggy with this easily installed, pre-painted body shell. Available in a sizzling red ‘tribal’ design, this fully detailed body shell is pre-cut for instant and easy installation, so it’s ready to fit on any Baja 5B, Baja SS or Baja 2.0 buggy.
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Having shown you some first images of the new TRF 2wd buggy from Tamiya, the Japanese company have released this photo ahead of the car’s official presentation at the Shizuoka Hobby show in the middle of next month. Aside from this black and white photo, TRF have also released more detailed information including the release date which is expected to be in June. The car’s new super efficient ball differential features 12×3/32″ balls, 2.6mm diameter screw and newly designed thrust bearing, while the chassis is made from from lightweight glass reinforced nylon and designed for optimal flex. Other stand out features include coated shock pistons, titanium nitride coated shock shafts, teflon seal bearings, blue titanium turnbuckles and rear universals, all as standard.
Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]
Get increased performance from your Blitz or Blitz ESE with this aluminium universal drive shaft set from HPI. With the lightweight aluminium driveshafts and steel axles, you will have lower rotating weight for faster acceleration and better braking, giving you better on-track performance everywhere on the track.
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These new Tamiya 801 hop-ups from East Coast Bodies sub brand ProDrive were designed in conjunction with factory driver Victor Wilck for light weight, maximum durability and great looks. The hard blue anodized alloy steering posts save weight but still provide strong precise steering response, while the alloy center drive cups, axles and Titanium inner diff gear shafts all reduce critical rotating mass for quick acceleration and maximum punch. Also new from East Coast Bodies is the pre-painted Viktor Wilck replica of their new 801 body shell that we featured previously in half painted form.
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Pro-Line have announced that their 1/8th buggy Recoil, Hole Shot and Caliber patterns, as well as their Short Course Caliber and Bow Ties are now available in the super soft M4 compound. Also new for Short Course is are Pro-Line’s new Trencher SC tires. Designed to give your short course truck optimal traction on just about any surface, their realistic shaped treads give your short course truck a scale look while offering ridiculous amounts of forward bite. The tall tread will also offer traction in many different terrains and deliver durability, second to none. Finally, and also for Short Course, Pro-Line now offers a dedicated Closed Cell insert.
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Team drivers Ryan Cavalieri, Travis Amezcua and Ty Tessmann put their heads together with the Pro-Line development team with a mission to apply the radical cab-forward BullDog body design to a buggy. All three drivers used the body to achieve impressive results, winning the 1:8 Pro Buggy Class at the Silver State Nitro Challenge the first time the body hit the track. Featuring an advanced forward cab design, it generates unmatched off-power steering, while the exposed cylinder head stabilizes engine temps and the flattened rear deck feeds the wing with clean air flow. Made from durable / genuine .040 Lexan, the shell is currently available for the Hot Bodies D8 and Associated RC8.
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