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April 9, 2008

Vita Tuning Hobao & Losi parts

Vita Tuning have released information about some new parts that they have made for Reckward Tuning for the Hobao Hyper 8.5 and the Losi 8ight. For both cars there are new 2-piece quick change engine mounting blocks that have been machined from aluminium and allow the user to remove and replace the motor without needing to re align the gears. Both engine mount sets are supplied with the required fasteners. For the Speed 2.5 clutch, Vita have also produced a new set of 3 aluminium clutch shoes.

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April 9, 2008

Team Orion Wasp CRF REV 21

Team Orion have announced that their long awaited Wasp CRF REV 21 buggy engines will be delivered to distributors this week and should hit the shops on the 15th of this month. Made in Italy for Team Orion, this new 5 port long stroke buggy engine has undergone a lot of testing by engine developer Adrien Bertin, as well as team drivers Ryan Cavalieri, Philipp Guschl and new signing Joern Neumann, and is now ready for release. One feature that sets this motor apart from its competitors is the patent pending crankshaft design, first seen in the original CRF 12 engines, that gives better fuel delivery to the main chamber of the engine making for smoother power delivery and better low end torque. The engine is supplied with a lightweight Bordeaux red cooling head is lightweight and for best performance, it comes with Swiss made bearings throughout with the front sealed for better endurance in off road racing.

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April 7, 2008

Reckward Tuning Mugen & clutch parts

Reckward Tuning in Germany has announced that they will begin to sell optional parts for the Mugen range of on road and off road cars, with more brands supported in the future. The first releases include front and rear chassis braces, which are suitable for the Mugen MBX-5, MBX-5R and MBX5-T that have been made from high grade aluminium for creating a super stiff chassis. For the Mugen MRX-4R and MTX-4, there is an aluminium radio box that is easily mounted to your car’s radio that helps protect your radio equipment in the event of a crash. Also new to their range of products are hardened 13T & 14T Speed 2.5 clutch bells, suitable for off road clutches with 26mm diameter.

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April 6, 2008

TKO Radial/Thrust Clutch bearings

TKO Competition development have introduced a new radial / thrust design bearing (5x13x4) for use in the clutch of Losi 1/8th scale off roaders. The Patent Pending bearing has 2 seals, one blue and one black, with the blue seal facing the front of the car. These bearings have a higher RPM rating than standard 5x13s and are capable of withstanding high radial and axial loads for improved performance and life. Their 5×10 bearing has also been updated with these 2 different coloured seals.

Source: TKO [tkocompetitiondev.com]

April 4, 2008

AXE Rossi 3010 3-chamber exhaust

Power Save Racing have got information about the new EFRA approved (#3010) 3-chamber buggy exhaust system from AXE Rossi. Meeting the new EFRA regulations concerning the exhaust pipes, the current European Champions now have 3-chamber pipes available for their entire range of off-road engines. This particular pipe set comes supplied with manifold, exhaust springs and exhaust seals.

Source: PSR [power-save-racing.de]

April 3, 2008

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

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]