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June 17, 2009

GRP back in business as MRP

GRP are back in business, at least as far as their tire brand is concerned, with production once again underway. Some tire ranges are available right now while others will come later in the summer and the newly name MRP S.r.l. has decided to cease its production of engines for good after the molds and machinery were destroyed. With both Gandini brothers still in charge and the staff unchanged, the tire quality will once again be top notch and they will carry through with their new pricing strategy introduced in January of this year together with sales going through their own website, expected to be online by the end of this month.

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June 17, 2009

Hot Bodies Cyclone TC, D4 & D8 Options

Hot Bodies have release a whole load of new products for their main line of competition chassis’ but we will start with the Cyclone TC. Now you can adapt your Cyclone and Cyclone TC chassis to LiPo power with this LiPo battery upper deck conversion set, which comes complete with upper deck, aluminium block and all the necessary hardware you will need to get up and running. New rear 0º degree hubs have been machined from billet aluminium and anodized purple for added durability and custom looks. Some new aluminum front spindles are more than just aesthetic, but also stronger and more precise on the track. Finally for the TC are the DCJ drive shafts, that maintain better corner speed while drastically reducing wheel chatter. The DCJ or (Double Cardan joint) shaft breaks the single pivot point into two pivot points resulting in less drag and shallower shaft angles during sharp turning. For the Cyclone D4 and D4 WCE come an aluminium centre cup joint set that helps you loose weight where it counts the most, in the drivetrain. Less rotating mass equals quicker acceleration response and higher top speeds. The buggy also gets a complete set of both front and rear steel universal drive shafts. For the World Champion D8 buggy there are new universal drive shafts made from Japanese steel. Tougher than stock, they are easily identifiable as WCE with a light silver coating and come in 92mm length instead of stock 91mm, which gives a little bit of extra length to prevent pop outs and give an extra bit of down travel. The centre drive shafts also get the Japanese steel treatment.

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June 17, 2009

Team Epic Nitro Enduro 2100mAh Li-Fe pack

Team Epic have released this Nitro Enduro 2100mAh Li-Fe transmitter pack for the Futaba 4PK. Coming in at 6.6 volts means that no voltage regulator is required and it can be charged with most LiPo battery chargers that have a Li-Fe function, such as the Trinity I-Balance. Super long lasting they claim that you can get several weekends of serious ntiro racing from one charge.

Source: Team Epic [teamepiconline.com]

June 17, 2009

LRP BEC Stabilizing capacitor

LRP have released a new BEC stabilizing capacitor that prevents the voltage of your receiver from dropping under correct working level. This smart item stabilizes the voltage for your receiver and is especially important when running in classes that use a low level of voltage input, such as 4-cell 1/12th class. Works for any receiver on the market, no matter if its FM or 2.4GHz receivers, and can be used in either electric or nitro models, just plug into any open slot on your receiver and you are ready to go.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

June 17, 2009

JConcepts Dare SC10 body

JConcepts dares to be different with the latest introduction for the SC10, the Dare body. The Dare is specifically designed for one of the hottest trucks in R/C, the Team Associated SC10 and starting with the visor and grill mock lights this truck looks great. The cab, bed and fenders are all areas of focus and in addition, one of the highlights of the styling cues includes extra fender clearance to eliminate troublesome tire rubbing issues. Made from clear heavy-duty polycarbonate with a protective film, it is supplied with window masks and a detailed decal sheet.

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June 17, 2009

Venom Transporter Race cases

Venom have released the newest generation of their transporter race case, which can hold all of your track supplies keeping them organized and close at hand on race day. Featuring integrated wheels and an extendable tow handle for easy maneuvering, the top portion of the case has a built in tool organizer and parts tray, while on each side is additional storage compartments. Inside you’ll find five drawers, the lower four are perfect for storing transmitters an the over sized upper drawer can hold models up to 1/8th scale buggy size. Also new from Venom is their GPV-1 transporter race case, designed specifically for carrying the company’s electric RC motorbike together with all the necessary equipment. This cool looking hard sided race case is made of durable silver nylon with dual heavy duty zippers to secure the lid. The removable Venom pit mat gives your pit space a factory look while the removable outer tool pouch securely holds your 10 favorite tools making it easy to work on your GPV-1 at the track. Inside, the pre-cut closed cell foam has spaces for the GPV-1, VR3T transmitter, spare tires, 2 batteries and a Venom pro charger.

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June 16, 2009

Associated RC12R5 Front end & How-to DVD set

New from Factory Team is the complete front end assembly of the World Championship winning Team Associated RC12R5. Perfect as either a replacement front end, using for spares or for attaching to another chassis, this set includes all the parts needed including fasteners, plastics and suspension parts. Also new from Associated is a two-DVD set in which Richard “the King” Saxton goes through the build of a nitro vehicle from the ground up. Divided into chapters individually accessible from the main menu, the first DVD thoroughly covers all the different assembly points as well as tires, bodies and engine break-in. A bonus DVD covers a typical race day, with Richard giving running commentary on what he does for race prep.

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June 16, 2009

JConcepts Orange compound Bar Codes

Introduced back in February, JConcepts have now released Orange compound versions of their Bar Code design off road tires. Like the name suggests the alternating bar design provides uncompromising support for blue and black groove conditions. Designed for maximum performance when new or used as the design allows even wear all the way down to the tire body. Bar Codes in new condition excel on hard surfaces that have taken rubber with either dry or wet grooved conditions. Worn Bar Codes excel on indoor or outdoor clay tracks where a minimal dust groove has formed. Available for 2wd and 4wd buggies as well as 1/10th scale trucks.

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