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February 5, 2015

Novak Activ8 V2 ESC & HD8 brushless motor

Novak introduce the new Activ8 V2 brushless speed controller and the HD8 sensored brushless motor for 1/8th scale electric buggy and truggy racing. Starting with the controller, it is of a pure sensor-based design to offer the maximum in drivability and power output. The case features internal shock protection using silicone cushioning to keep the internals from becoming damaged during hard landings, and a gasket seal keeps the elements away even on very dusty tracks. A full-coverage heatsink with direct contact to the Mosfets ensures maximum heat transfer and reliability which is further supported by a large fan unit with fan guard. To feed even the most power-hungry digital brushless servos the controller sports a high-current BEC system with programmable 6.0V to 7.2V output and up to 7A peak current. Software features like Novak’s own X-Drive for a smooth throttle feeling and NovaBrakes for a connected and controlled brake feeling round out the package. All software features are user customisable using the on-board programming feature or Novak’s new Pit Wizard Plus programming box.

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February 5, 2015

LRP Savage Octane Mielke Modelltechnik exhaust set

New from LRP and made for the HPI Savage Octane 1/8th scale gasoline truck is an exhaust set made by German company Mielke Modelltechnik. Coming with a specially designed aluminium pipe and a heavy duty steel manifold the exhaust is designed to improve the overall performance of HPI’s 15cc engine while optimising the engine’s sound at the same time. The whole assembly is very easy to mount and the set includes all needed parts including mounting hardware.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

February 5, 2015

Arrowmax 1/8th off-road setup board decal

Arrowmax have a plastic decal for 1/8th off-road setup boards available, large enough for the use with buggies and trucks. The smooth surface sports clean and accurate markings in a 1mm grid and the decal is highly liquid resistant as it is needed for nitro and electric off-road applications.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

February 4, 2015

Schumacher Wide Stagger Rib & Mini Pin 2 tyres

Schumacher introduce two new 1/10th off-road tyres, adding to their expanding range of tyres for multiple track conditions. Firstly the new 4WD wide front Stagger, this tyre has been developed for high grip astro and carpet surfaces and aimed at providing more grip whilst keeping stability associated with the staggered rib tyre. The 2.2 inch diameter tyre is suitable for 4WD and 2WD medium wheels and it is available in the Schumacher yellow compound for dry conditions and also inthe softer Silver rubber for damp and wet conditions. If you wish to skip that gnarly gluing job the yellow compound tyre is also available pre-mouted on the 4WD Flexlite 12mm hex wheel.

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February 4, 2015

Tamiya Dark Impact White Version kit

Coming this March is Tamiya’s Dark Impact White Version 4WD buggy kit. The standard, “dark” version of the shaft-driven 4WD buggy is around for some years now with the limited edition White Version sporting all-white plastic parts such as the chassis, gearboxes, suspension parts and CVA shocks. The DF-03 chassis kit will include a full set of ball bearings as well as front and rear ball differentials.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

February 4, 2015

Beamcat Firebolt DM aluminium front bulkhead

New from Beamcat comes an aluminium front bulkhead for the VBC Firebolt 2WD buggy. CNC-machined from 7075 aluminium and coming anodised in gun metal coloured anodising the part improves the structural integrity of the vehicles’s front end in the event of a crash by replacing the standard composite plastic part with a more durable alloy variant.

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February 3, 2015

2015 Rex Legend nitro off-road engines

Novarossi introduce the new Legend line of Rex nitro engine for off-road buggy and truggy applications. Starting with the .21 buggy engines, the Legend 7 and Legend 4 Off Road engines both offer a long stroke design, new rear ball bearings with less rotational mass, redesigned 3-needle carburettors and updated venturi inserts for optimised performance. Both engines are available with standard steel or ceramic bearings.

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February 3, 2015

JConcepts Diamond Bar 2.2″ 2WD front buggy tyres

JConcepts Diamond Bar 2.2" 2WD front buggy tyres

JConcepts introduce the Diamond Bar 2.2″ 2WD front buggy tyres. In slightly warm conditions, if a track has developed a groove, the Diamond Bars steer more in low and high-speed sections but do not react “on edge” or “dig” themselves into a corner. The close arrangement and low pin height react on the grippy surface providing speed and agility while the overall tyre size and blended pin/carcass smooth out the ride and initial turn-in attitude. The tyres are meant to excel outdoor or indoor where the track has taken on rubber and a groove has formed. Available in blue, green and red compounds including Dirt Tech closed cell inserts, the Diamond Bar carcass has been designed to work on either 2.2″ or 61mm/2.4″ wheels. The tyre comes ready to mount as 2.2″ or by trimming the bead; it’s an exact fit onto 61mm/2.4″ wheels.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]