August 22, 2007

RB Concept R3 LE Asymetric Cap

RB Concept R3 LE Asymetric Cap

Just a month after we showed you the new Asymetric Cap from RB Concept, out comes a limited edition R3 version of the same cap. Designed for the R3 addicted drivers, this high quality, soft touch asymetric cap celebrates the release of the new RB Concept R3.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]


August 22, 2007

Nosram Racing Starter Box

Nosram Racing Starter Box

Nosram have released this new powerful starter box for starting motors up to a .32 size and can be configured to start any 1/10th or 1/8th scale car thanks to its adjustable wheel fixing and alignment bracket. The single motor is powered by 2 standard 7.2V 6-cell stick packs which deliver enough power to handle even new big block engines on their very first start while a special battery fixing system is ready to accept the 7.2v batteries of your choice with no tools needed to install them. Due to an On/Off-switch at the back of the starter box, the manual disconnection of the batteries is not needed after use. Additionally the Nosram racing starter box includes a magnet to securely hold your small metal parts such as body clips, screws, etc.

Source: Mirage [mirageracing.com]


August 22, 2007

Hudy Flywheel & Clutch Multi-Tool

Hudy Flywheel & Clutch Multi-Tool

Hudy have just released this versatile Flywheel Tool which is an all-in-one tool for nitro car engines and works as a flywheel holder, a tool for measuring clutch gap and finally a clutch bell holder for changing pinions. CNC-machined from Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum, the tool has been hardcoated for long life and the highest durability and is an essential piece of kit for any gas racer.

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August 20, 2007

All Mod MSS 28 Heavy-Load clutch

All Mod MSS 28 Heavy-Load clutch

New from German after market brand All Mods, is this heavy duty high performance clutch system for use in truggies, called the MSS 28 Heavy Load. This 3 pin system has been race proven in its buggy form and has now been strengthened and optimised for use in this bigger class. The system uses spring loaded fly weights, which are available in aluminium or carbon, and the way that the whole system is mounted to the flywheel ensures consistent hassle free performance. Also released for use with this clutch system is 3 optional 28mm diameter clutch bells that are available in 13T, 14T & 15T.

Source: MID [mid-mugen.de]


August 16, 2007

Mega ZX12 DSII+ EM 2.1cc motor

Mega ZX12 DSII+ EM 2.1cc motor

Serpent have announced another new engine with the release of their latest 2.1cc Mega engine, the ZX12 DSII+ EM, which also features internal work done by engine master Eduardo Picco, with the crankshaft having been lightened and filled with red silicone, while the centre bore has also been increased for better fuel flow. The liner and combustion chamber have been lengthened and there has some of the ports have been tear dropped to optimise fuel flow and improve performance.

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August 16, 2007

Mega ZX21 DSII+ EM 3.5cc motor

Mega ZX21 DSII+ EM

Serpent have announced the release of their latest 3.5cc Mega engine, the ZX21 DSII+ EM, which features internal work done by engine master Eduardo Picco. The crankshaft has been lightened, and filled with red silicone, while the 7+2 port liner has been worked with tear dropping done on some of the ports to optimise fuel flow and improve performance. Each engine uses hand selected parts including the conrod and piston liner, and all have been had assembled by Eduardo himself.

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August 9, 2007

OFNA JLR 1/10 On-Road Starter Box

OFNA JLR 1/10 On-Road Starter Box

OFNA have introduced this new ultra-compact starter box for 1/10 belt-driven nitro touring cars with transverse mounted engines. The starter box is lightweight and compact for easier storage and transporting and it’s powered by a single 750 size motor and one or two 7.2 volt stick packs. Use one battery to keep it as light as possible, or hook up a second battery to double the capacity. The starter box has an adjustable starter wheel and starting platform to accommodate most 1/10 touring cars on the market.

Source: RCCA [radiocontrolzone.com]


August 9, 2007

Serpent 31mm Centax-3 flywheel

Serpent 31mm Centax-3 flywheel

More products from Serpent, this time its this new smaller diameter Centax 3 flywheel for use on the Serpent 720. This new flywheel is now 31mm in diameter, compared to 33mm from the original version and because of this smaller size you can use the LCG engine mount combined with the LCG chassis without risking the flywheel hitting the track surface. Apart from the diameter changes the flywheel is still the same lightweight, high quality, item that is included as standard in the kit.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]