Serpent introduce the Avenger body shell for the Cobra S811 nitro buggy. Made from 1.0mm Lexan the body sports a cab forward design, roof fin for added engine protection, increased space for steering and throttle linkages and a separate nose cone. The body is meant to improve steering and jumping characteristics of the buggy and will hit the stores around mid-May.
Pro-Line introduce three new tyres for 1/10th and 1/8th scale off-road vehicles as well as the new lightweight Velocity wheels. The Suburbs 2WD front tyre provides a smooth steering response and features an offset house tyre tread that is ideal for outdoor hard-packed/blue grooved tracks or indoor clay surfaces.
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Pro-Line have released more 2012 versions of their popular BullDog line of cab forward off-road bodies. Available soon are variants for Team Associated’s RC8.2e, Kyosho MP9 and Team Associated RC8T. The new design incorporated a steeper windshield to create more down force over the front wheels and the roof ridges have been raised to channel the air flow over the middle of the body for increased high-speed stability. The rear of the roof has been lowered and fins have been added to achieve stable air flow over the body. The fins also add rigidity to the body to increase aerodynamic efficiency. All bodies come clear made from high-quality polycarbonate, include window masks and decal sheet.
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TLR just announced the new aluminium 4mm trailing spindle for the 22. After testing the development team found that the additional trailing in the spindle provides smoother steering input therefore making the 22 a bit easier to drive. The stock spindles on the TLR has 2mm of axle trail. The parts are made out of high-grade aluminium and come anodised for more durability and added looks. Included are also titanium-nitride king pins.
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Team Losi Racing have released these aluminium bleeder shock caps for the TLR/Losi 22 and 22T. They do away with the need to use the plastic shock caps of the RTR vehicles if you wish to make your life easier when (re)building your 22 shocks. Included in the set are two caps with hardware with the screws and washers are also available separately.
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DE Racing has just released a new line of 1/8 scale buggy wheels. Making use of the already known 1/10 scale Borrego wheels the 1/8 scale siblings bring a touch of scale realism and style adopted from the pro buggy class of short course racing, and incorporate a simulated bead lock ring and foam mud plug to their design. Available in black, silver, white and yellow colour the wheels feature a rigid sidewall, larger diameter and width, 17mm hex and a glue channel to make mounting easy. The rims are sold in packs of four and also sport extra internal clearance for modified Losi 8ights.
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RPM introduce the rear bumper and mud flaps and number plate kit for Losi’s Ten-SCTE truck. Available separately the redesigned rear bumper adds protection to the bodyshell by being relocated compared to the stock part. Added material around the screw holes make for a more rigid bumper. The mud flaps and number plate kit is an accessory item that adds a scale look to the truck. The mounting holes of the mud flap support arms place the mud flaps at an angled 15 degree, mimicking a few renegade full-sized short course trucks currently in popular racing series. Both the rear bumper as well as the mud flaps and number plate kit are sold separately and come with mounting hardware and instructions.
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JConcepts have released the 3Ds 1/10th buggy race tire in blue, green and orange compounds. Developed to be the ultimate slick-groove tire, the 3Ds are a first to combine the high-stability design of a black groove bar tire into an individually flexible pattern of finely spaced Double Dee lugs in one package. As racing on both indoor and outdoor conditions have matured, a more flexible, supremely grippy tire design was necessary to drive the edgy, fast pace. The 3Ds grip are a new, highly sought after, favorite in these conditions. Also making its debut is the Inverse, 2-piece 12mm hex wheel for the B4.1 and B44.1. The 2-piece design provides several benefits for maximum performance and ease of use. The inner wheel comes standard in a stealth, black matte finish providing the driver a look and feel never seen before. In addition, the inner wheel is designed as a completely smooth surface for the cleanest fit and finish which resists debris build-up.
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