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September 15, 2007

Much More Buggy stand

Much More Buggy Car stand

Korean R/C parts maker Much More have released a new range of buggy stands in a number of colours. Similar to their current line up of touring car stands these new versions are taller to allow the necessary clearance of the longer reaching suspension arms of electric buggies. Available in 3 colours – purple, blue and black, the stand is made from aluminum and sports the Much More logo on the side and top while the top surface features an anti slip material.

Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]

September 15, 2007

Associated XP Coreless Digital Servos

Available in two versions, Team Associated’s XP Digital Servos feature many enhancements that improve vehicle control and on-track performance. Equipped with an all-new ultra-precise metal gear and an advanced microprocessor, the XP Digital Servo provides precise outputs and ultra-fast signal response. The state-of-the-art aluminum heat sink mid case lowers operating temperatures for fade-free performance.

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August 31, 2007

Serpent sign Mr.Durango for return to Offroad racing

Serpent sign Mr. Durango for return to off road racing

Serpent have just announced that they are to return to off road racing and have signed one of the sports top designers in the process. Gerd Strenge, better known as Mr.Durango from Germany, has entered into a long-term cooperation with Serpent, for the development of offroad rc racing cars. Strenge is famous in the electric offroad scene, for his very innovative Team Durango 1/10 scale 4wd offroad project. Gerd started this project in 2002 and he has been developing the car ever since. His Team Durango car has been European Champion and his cars have reached many GP, EC and even WC finals in the hands of famous drivers like Hara and Marc Reinhard.

This obviously also announces a return of Serpent in the offroad arena. Serpent has been very active in 1/8 offroad racing from mid 80-ties until late 80-ties. Cars like the legendary and EC winning Serpent Cobra and its successor the Serpent Spirit.

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August 28, 2007

Factory Team 18B Alu Upgrade Kit

Just officially announced by Team Associated is this Team Billet Aluminum Upgrade Kit for the companies 18B. The kit includes four threaded aluminum shock bodies, dogbones, shock towers, suspension arms, caster blocks, steering blocks, rear hub carriers, wheel nuts, and motor mount. All parts are machined out of tough 6061-T6 aluminum and are blue anodized for a great look.

Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]

August 25, 2007

Advantage Racing buggy tires

Neo Buggy are reporting that Advantage Racing have released a new range of 1/8th scale buggy tires. Sold in a variety of different patterns, all the tires are available in soft and super soft compounds, with a hard compound coming later in the year. All tires come with foam insert.

Source: Neo Buggy [neo-buggy.net]

August 24, 2007

Upgrade RC HoBao Torch Graphics

Upgrade RC have released some more new products, the first of which is the addition of the HoBao Hyper 8 body to the list of supported graphics kits for the recently released Torch design. Also new from the customization specailists these retro wheel dots, which you can see above which add a neat old school look and are available in 5 different colours.

Source: Upgrade RC [upgrade-rc.com]

August 24, 2007

O.S. 28XZ Truggy Engine

O.S. Engines have released this high end truggy motor called the .28XZ which produces great low-end torque with incredibly smooth power delivery. The .28XZ comes with all the components serious racers need for fine-tuning to meet any conditions like, 2 carb inserts – a 9 mm blue for higher rpm applications and larger tracks, and an 8 mm red for smaller tracks that restrict air intake. An extra copper head shim is also included for more head raising/lowering options. The piston sleeve boasts 6 ports for significantly increased power.

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August 22, 2007

Team Associated Chassis protective sheet

Team Associated have released this new and improved chassis protective sheet which protects the bottom of your chassis from scrapes, scratches and wear. Featuring a low-friction surface that lets your car easily slide over obstacles instead of dragging, you simply apply the adhesive side of the sheet to the underside of the chassis and trim. Recommended for electric use only at 6.5 x 18″ (165mm x 458mm) the sheet is large enough to fit most 1:10 scale or smaller chassis’.

Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]