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November 6, 2007

East Civic 200mm body shell

East Civic body shell

Japanese brand East have released this 200mm touring car body shell based on the Honda Civic. Similar in looks to other bodies already on the market this new shell sports 2 ribs on either side of the car which increase stiffness to the area while at the same time allowing the shell to be very lightweight. Other details include ribs on the bonnet that channel the air over the lowered windsreen and back to the rear wing. The Civic, which has been extensively tested by Central RC, provides the user with very responsive, high grip and well balanced handling characteristics.

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November 5, 2007

K-Factory E4 option parts

K Factory E4 option parts

K-Factory, the option parts wing of Team Magic, have released the first after market parts for the very new TM E4 190mm EP touring car. First up is an alloy middle top deck mount which increases strength to this area in the event of a crash as well as reduce chassis flex for improved tuning abilities and cornering performance. Next up is a new aluminium middle shaft mount that replaces the standard plastic part and is designed to improve durability, performance and looks of your E4. The aircraft quality 7075 aluminium is machined to perfect tolerances and provides increased transmission efficiency thanks to reduced flexing during high load acceleration.

Source: K-Factory [kfactoryracing.com]

November 5, 2007

Team Honest Motonica P8.0R oneway axle

Japanese Motonica importer and after market parts producer Team Honest have released this one way axle for the Italian company’s P8.0R 1/8th scale. The strong but lightened axle sports a metal 24T front pulley which is said to increase the life of the front belt as well as prolonging the life of the pulley itself. The axle is fitted with quality oneway bearings that are tightly pressed into the axle and ensure that all the power is consistently delivered to the front one way axles.

Source: Team Honest [teamhonest.jp]

November 5, 2007

Xray T2 Aluminium Rear upright

Xray have released an updated version of their T2 aluminum rear uprights which now feature two new roll center positions, giving the user a total of 4 different roll center positions. The super-fine tuning roll center positions allow for very small set-up adjustments to tailor your car to different track conditions, as well as different on tire choice (rubber or foam). Roll center positions may be additionally adjusted by using shims of different thickness to alter the height of the roll center link.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

November 1, 2007

Sirio Evo4 .12 engine

Sirio have released the latest generation of their .12 size engine called the Evo4. Featuring a 3 port ABC EFRA legal liner and a special STI type black coated crankshaft, this new motor complies with the 2007/2008 EFRA regulations. Using some new material for the carburettors main needle, a new conrod and a new lightweight cooling head, the Evo4 offers the highest performance for your 1:10 200mm touring car.

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November 1, 2007

East Coast Bodies Evolution X body

Another new body shell for 190mm touring cars from East Coast Bodies in the form of this Evolution X. Designed for carpet and high traction race tracks, the Evo X provides very fast response as well as a balanced and a smooth ride. As with the BMW, this shell comes supplied with 3 type of wing, which enables you the option of adjusting between high, medium and low downforce.

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November 1, 2007

East Coast Bodies 190mm BMW 320Si

ECB BMW 320SI-WTCC 190mm Body

East Coast Bodies have released this all new BMW 320SI World Touring car spec 190mm bodyshell, suitable for all conditions and offering super smooth handling in low and high speed turns. Designed to allow easy setting on all different surfaces, including carpet, this shell claims to deliver faster lap-times and high performance. A neat feature of this body is that it comes supplied with 3 type of wing, which enables you the option of adjusting between high, medium and low downforce.

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November 1, 2007

Charge RC Kyosho Spada bumper

Charge RC in Japan have announced the upcoming release of this extra wide bumper for the Kyosho Spada gas powered 1/12th scale. Made from 3mm thick impact resistant material, the bumper extends to the full width of the body shell helping to protect the front end of the car in the event of an accident. Available from November 10th.

Source: Charge RC [charge-rc.com]