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September 2, 2015

JConcepts Finnisher 8ight-T 3.0 bodyshell

The latest off-road vehicle to receive JConcepts’ Finnisher body treatment is the TLR 8ight-T 3.0 1/8th scale truggy. The slight cab forward design, raked windshield and aggressive stance highlight a performance-oriented core while the wide front hood scoop allows plenty of clearance for the unique 8ight-T 3.0 shock geometry. An extended front chin spoiler, headlight and grill protect the front-end from unwanted up-drafts during flight while a built-in air escape passage on the roof allows the customer to fine-tune the body for maximum outdoor performance. The new body includes champion rear name plates which provide additional high-speed stability and the overall handling has been improved by balancing the bias between the cab location and rear wing placement which control the majority of the aero affects of the aggressively styled body.

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September 2, 2015

Serpent Spyder SRX4 1/10th 4WD buggy kit

Serpent’s Spyder SRX4 1/10th 4WD was first seen in prototype stages a while ago and the kit is finally available for the public. The buggy, that was steered to the runner-up spot at the 2015 EFRA Euros, is based on a 2.5mm carbon fibre chassis and it features a dual-belt drivetrain with fluid-filled gear differentials, a 3-pad slipper clutch, front clicker unit and a 3mm aluminium motor mount. The front part of the drivetrain is housed in a central spline that also makes for a strong chassis backbone. The car is designed to use saddle pack batteries, it utilises a low profile steering servo and it comes with 4mm carbon fibre shock towers, big bore shock absorbers and the kit is rounded out by a mid-cab design bodyshell, high downforce wing and a set of white disc rims.

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September 2, 2015

VP-Pro 1/8th off-road Lexan wing

VP-Pro have introduced a polycarbonate rear wing for 1/8th off-road vehicles. Made from 1.5mm Lexan material the wing offers a very low weight and a high durability. The design allows to fine-tune the downforce and drag created by the wing by adding or modifying the included gurney flap and by adding or leaving away the optional side dams.

Source: VP-Pro [vp-racing.com]

September 1, 2015

TLR 8ight Electric Clutch System

Coming from Team Losi Racing and made for the 8ight-E line of 1/8th scale electric buggies and trucks is the electric clutch system. It converts electric 1/8th scale buggies and trucks to a nitro-style clutch system, providing smoother throttle response, especially on bumpy tracks. The clutch provides instant power while increasing traction and decreasing the load on the drivetrain while the slip system of the clutch allows improved throttle modulation on bumpy tracks as it will slip under a heavy or abrupt load allowing the vehicle to remain stable. The clutch system also allows for full brake usage without the need for mechanical brakes due to the preloaded clutch shoes. The set includes two alloy and two composite clutch shoes, three different spring sets but not clutch bell and it is a direct fit on the 8ight-E 2.0, 8ight-E 3.0 and 8ight-E T 3.0.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]

August 31, 2015

Arrowmax 7800mAh 2S LiPo hardcase battery pack

Arrowmax have a new high-performance battery available in the form of the 7800mAh 2S LiPo pack. Built using high-capacity 55C/110C cells the battery comes in handy for all power hungry applications such as 1/10th touring cars as well as 1/8th E-buggies. The protective hardcase features standard 4mm bullet-type connector tubes which are accessible from both the top and bottom side and it is of standard 2S dimensions.

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August 30, 2015

MIP 1/5th scale limiter strap set & header gasket

New from MIP and made for large scale off-road vehicles such as the Losi 5ive-T are a limiter strap set and a header gasket. Starting with the suspension limiter straps, the set offers scale looks, functionality, and adjustability. Their main purpose is to limit the overall extension of the shock as to prevent it from overextending and doing damage to the piston, eyelet, rod end, and shock retainer. There are also many secondary benefits of these straps including not bending the arm at the droop screw pivot point, keeping the arms and chassis in better condition, and the droop set correctly on both sides. Included in the set are four limiter straps, limiter strap buckles and strap mounts.

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August 28, 2015

RDRP B5M aluminium low-profile wing mount set

New from Revolution Design Racing Products and made for the Team Associated B5M buggy is an aluminium low-profile wing mount set. The updated design places the wing 7mm lower than the stock wing mount does, which leads to a lower centre of gravity and improved jumping both over small, medium and large jumps. On top of that the high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium part grants a better support for the wing which leads to better aerodynamics and also improved durability in the event of a crash. The wing mount set is available in blue or black anodising.

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August 27, 2015

Losi LST2 aluminium front spindle set

Coming soon from Losi and made for the LST2 XXL and E monster trucks is an aluminium front spindle set. Designed to match the standard suspension geometry and made from high-quality material the red anodised spindles improve the durability of the front suspension while adding visual impact at the same time.

Source: Losi [losi.com]