January 2, 2010

HPI RS32 & Renault R28 F1 replica

HPI RS32 & Renault R28 F1 replica

Seen for the first time at the 2009 Shizuoka Hobby Show back in May HPI have now released the RS 32, the company’s first 1/32 scale mini RC cars. A series of small cars with authentic drive performance they feature direct-drive 2WD, swing-arm suspension at front and T-bar suspension at rear, servo saver, 4 bevel diff gear, center suspension and a 2.4GHz radio set. All the necessary tools are included in the kit and you have a choice between the RTR version and the chassis set version, which is the combination of assembled chassis and body. Currently there is a 1991 Zexel Skyline, 1991 Taisan Klepper GT-R, 1991 Calsonic Skyline and 2 different coloured Skyline GT-R Group A racing cars. Also from HPI is the release of the officially licensed Renault R28 formula one shell for the Formula Ten chassis. The body is supplied with detailed decal sheets, which can also be purchased separately, and there is also a rear wing set, front wing set and barge board set to complete the authentic look.

Click here for more images of the RS32 and R28


December 31, 2009

CSO Racing Velox V10 chassis & pullies

CSO Racing Velox V10 chassis & pullies

New from CSO Racing for the Shepherd Velox V10 is this new chassis plate and range of pullies. First up the chassis, which has been CNC machined from a 3.1mm thick slab of 7075 T6 aluminium and further hard coated for increased durability. Next up is a full range of drive pullies for the V10, including the 18T, 19T, 20T, 25 & 27T, which are also made from 707 T6 aluminium and hard coated, and feature holes in the side walls to allow dirt and debris to come out of the teeth, increasing the life of both the pulley and the belt.

Click here to see the range of pullies


December 29, 2009

Corally RDX Phi 09 straight front & rear wishbones

Corally RDX Phi 09 straight front & rear wishbones

Corally have released new straight front and rear wishbones for their RDX Phi 09. The rear wishbones are designed to allow the mounting of the shocks and anti roll bar on the front side of the rear wishbones. Also the shock positions on the rear wishbones can also be positioned in between the standard positions just by turning the wishbone. Designed to fit onto the current Phi chassis, the wishbones are sold in pairs.

Source: Corally [corally.com]


December 28, 2009

Serpent 720 Rear suspension upgrade set

Serpent 720 Rear suspension upgrade set

Serpent have introduced this 2009 rear suspension upgrade-set for 720 racers. This set allows you to mount the supplied rear uprights and rear lower arms of the 733 to your Serpent 720, the resulting offset will allow for more rear end grip and better cornering. For this the longer pivot balls are needed, which are also supplied.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


December 27, 2009

CSO Velox V10 option parts

CSO Velox V10 option parts

More new products from CSO, this time for the all new Shepherd Velox V10. For the 2-speed gearbox, there is a new lightweight 2 speed shaft that has been hollowed out to reduce overall weight while retaining its strength, while at the heart of the gearbox itself there is a new 2-speed adapter that has been made from Aircraft grade titanium for light weight, long durability and high strength. Finally there is also a new middle shaft, which too has been made from 64 titanium for extra weight benefits without sacrificing strength.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]


December 26, 2009

CSO 733 Aluminium Radio plate mounts

CSO 733 Aluminium Radio plate mounts

CSO Racing have released this pair of radio plate mounts for the Serpent 733 1/10th scale 200mm chassis. Made from 7075 T6 aluminium, they are sold in a pair of left and right pieces and while still lightweight they help reduce any flexing in this area. A direct replacement for the standard plastic kit versions.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]


December 25, 2009

Sweep Mini 5 spoke type A white wheels

Sweep Mini 5 spoke type A white wheels

Sweep Racing have introduced their new Mini 5 spoke type A white wheels. These realistic looking wheels are the perfect fit to the company’s mini tires, offering the right amount of flex and because they are made from the same material as the 1/10 EXP wheels from Sweep, they are very resistant against crashes in any track or weather conditions. Suitable for Tamiya M-chassis and Mini 4wd touring cars.

Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]


December 20, 2009

Serpent S400 Alu steering blocks

Serpent S400 Alu steering blocks

Newly available for Serpent’s S400 1/10th scale EP touring car are these aluminium steering blocks. Sold in a set of left and right blocks, they have been CNC machined from high quality aluminium and help to increase precision in this area as well as providing extra strength in the event of a crash. A direct replacement for the standard plastic part, they are sold in anodized grey.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]