April 3, 2008

Upgrade RC custom set-up boards

Upgrade RC custom set-up boards

Upgrade RC have released some new acrylic set-up boards, that are 24″ x 24″ x .25″ thick, big enough for buggies and truggies. Choose from several designs and customise further by choosing colours, adding logos as well as your name. The unique surface of the set-up boards are slightly textured to reduce slippage.

Source: Upgrade RC [rcidcustom.com]


April 1, 2008

Diggity Designs B44 front shock tower

Diggity Designs B44 front shock tower

More new stuff for the Associated B44 from Diggity Designs, following last weeks release of the LiPo mount for the car. The same company have now announced the release of this super strong and lightweight 4mm thick carbon fibre front shock tower. Looking a bit beefier than the stock version, this option part also features a 3rd upper shock absorber mounting hole for more tuning possibilities.

Source: Diggity Designs [diggitydesigns.com]


March 31, 2008

RB Concept S3 II L2G engine

RB Concept S3 II L2G

RB Products have released the new S3, a 3 port engine incorporating the latest ABC construction for superior life and performance. Offering a very smooth and linear power band thanks to its square bore design, the S3 L2G economy engine is well suited to both club racers and beginners looking for an engine that offers great fuel economy at a reasonable price. This engine comes equipped with an 8mm composite carburettor to keep operating temps and engine consistency regular as well as the new L2G head to increase the cooling and lower the weight for more performance. Also available as a combo with Inline pipe set featuring the Inline 92mm polished manifold and the Inline 2045 polished tuned pipe.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]


March 29, 2008

Team Azarashi RB5 Cracker Prototype

Team Azarashi RB5 Cracker Prototype

Earlier this month we wrote about the new Cracker body from Team Azarashi in Japan. That first version was made for the Associated B4, but they now released a version for the Kyosho RB5 buggy as well. These pictures show the prototype and as yet they do not feature the body and window lines.

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March 28, 2008

Losi 8ight 50T Spur Gear

Losi 8ight 50T Spur Gear

More new items from Losi with the release of this Center Differential 50T Spur Gear for the 8ight buggy and the 8ight T truggy. Perfect for when a lower gear ratio is necessary, the gear is optimally sized to fit the 8ight racing platform with no modifications.

Source: Losi [losi.com]


March 27, 2008

DE Racing rear skid plates

DE Racing rear skid plates

DE Racing is a new company out to protect your cars chassis and more importantly your wallet. Believing that a car’s chassis is not a wear item, their unique rear skid plates provide a high performance solution in protecting your expensive 1/8 scale buggy or truggy chassis. Available for a wide variety of makes of car, the plates save your chassis plate and screws without sacrificing performance. Sold in a pack of 3, these U.S. made items wear like aluminum but at a fraction of the cost and weight and are ultra thin, eliminating the need for longer screws.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]


March 27, 2008

HARD 1/8 Buggy Setup System

HARD 1/8 Buggy Setup Gauge

HARD Racing have expanded their current setup line to bring you this 1/8th scale setup system for both on-road and off-road classes. This precision machined aluminium plate 1/8th scale setup system has been designed to be built and dismantled as quickly and easily as possible. This is achieved by the use of 2 hand knobs which means no tools are required. The setup system comes with its own storage bag and is perfect for the professional racer who needs to achieve a well balanced buggy.

Source: CML [cmldistribution.co.uk]


March 26, 2008

Team Associated RC8 Factory parts

Team Associated RC8 Factory parts

Team Associated have released a number of Factory team parts for the drive train of their RC8 1/8th scale buggy. RC8 Stub Axles and Input Cups, they are strong and lightweight, and have been made in the USA out of high-quality 7075-T6 aluminum. Reduce rotating weight by 55 grams when using the complete set of all three products Reducing rotating weight equals more punch, stronger brakes and more run time. Also released were a set of lightweight differential outdrives and shiny CV bones.

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