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February 29, 2008

Hot Bodies Tools & Cyclone parts

It seems every company has their own set of tools and Hot Bodies are the latest to bring their new line to market. Similar to the design of the Mugen range of tools, the HB versions have black anodised easy grip handles, sport the Hot Bodies logo and they are sold in 3 different diameters, depending on the size of the tip. Available in a range of the most used hex tips and screw drivers, these tools will be used by the factory team from this year onwards. Also new from HB for the Cyclone is a new ball differential, that comes supplied with 3mm ceramic balls and the stronger 2.6mm diff screw as standard. There is also aluminium diff halves to replace the steel versions on the ball differential, these hard coated parts are supplied with 2 plastic drive shaft blades.

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February 28, 2008

Serpent S400 Mid axle One-way

Serpent have announced the latest new performance product for the Serpent S400 190mm touring car. The new central axle one-way 16T pulley is perfect for stock racers, where braking is kept to a minimum, and for all racers running on large open tracks. Enabling the front drive train to run free when off power, it enables the racer to carry more speed into the corner. The pulley has been made from hard anodised aluminium and is not only light but also extremely durable.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

February 25, 2008

Team Titan Blitz 1/10 VDS Lola

Team Titan have released this 1/10th 200mm Blitz VDS Lola body shell. Creating lots of downforce, the front of the shell features 2 bubbles, close to the front axle line, that ensure the front of the body clears the shock towers present on most modern touring car chassis’. Made from 0.8mm thick high density polycarbonate, it is light and strong and comes supplied with decal sheet, wing and 4 piece side stiffener.

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February 25, 2008

Much More TC Multi Gauge

Korean company Much More have released this handy multi gauge for measuring the body shell dimensions on your electric powered touring car. Configured to IFMAR specifications, the tool allows you to measure roof height (115mm), wing overhang (10mm), body height from ground to tail (35mm), wing chord (40mm) and wing end plates (40mm x 20mm). Simple to use, it removes the need to use rulers and calipers to obtain the legal cut out of your body and ensures that the car you are testing with will also pass scrutiny when the time comes.

Source: RC Forum [rcforum.co.kr]

February 22, 2008

Team Associated RC18R mounted Foams

Team Associated have released a range of foam tires pre mounted on wheels suitable for the 1/18th scale RC18R. Available in 3 colours – black, white and gold, to compliment every paint scheme, these new tires are said to be the perfect choice for carpet and indoor asphalt racing.

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February 20, 2008

Hot Bodies Cyclone chassis posts

One part of the Hot Bodies Cyclone Carpet spec that we missed when we first wrote about it was this aluminium chassis post set with adjustable torsion control, which gives the ability to quickly adjust to changing traction conditions at a busy race. The use of these posts along with the solid upper rear and middle deck increase stiffness, while the adjustable torsion control enables you to precisely dial in your car and knock off those tenths needed to get ahead of the competition. Sold with the required fasteners and a set of 4 O-rings.

Source: Hot Bodies [hbeurope.com]

February 19, 2008

GRP 1/8th scale Foam Tyres

For 2008 GRP 1/8th scale on road tyres have been completely renewed following on going research and tests made in co-operation with team drivers and major model manufacturers from this category. Improvements have been made to all elements of the finished tyre such as foam compound, rim, gluing and more, with the biggest single change coming from the company’s new automatic gluing system which eliminates all elastic tension inside the tyre’s structure, guaranteeing lots of grip and long durability. Also improved is the foam, which is made with a special process and then treated to improve grip and life, and all hardness shores are checked automatically to ensure consistency. Finally, new wheels have been made with a special plastic material, and together with a reinforced yet flexible structure, they ensure no reduction in performance in all temperatures.

Source: GRP [grpgandini.com]

February 15, 2008

Adams Racing Limited Gecko tires

Adams Racing Limited is a new UK based manufacturer of high performance foam tires who mold and machine their own tires, guaranteeing consistent all round properties. Coming pre mounted, they are placed on their own design wheels and the resulting 1/10th Electric Gecko tyres have achieved outstanding results in recent UK 1/18th scale BRCA Micro Nationals. The claimed improvement traction is said to be achieved with better and more consistent wear as well as better chunk resistance and ARL have just recently announced that it will produce its own line of 1/10th Gecko tires for 200mm gas racing.

Source: ARL [adamsracing.co.uk]