January 8, 2008

Atomic Carbon S2 buggy pics

Atomic Carbon S2 buggy pics

Jimmy over at oOple managed to get some first pictures of the new Atomic Carbon S2, a car that has been around all year in various guises, gradually evolving until a layout that worked was arrived at. This, the pre-production car, is a work of art – losing any rough edges the prototypes might have had and with a swish new carbon laminate tub chassis specially made for this car. A new 4-gear gearbox and cell layout distinguish this car from the prototypes and the car should be available as a conversion for the popular RC10B4 from Associated. Also spotted was the new 4wd chassis from Atomic Carbon, that sports donor parts from the Associated B44 and a newly designed front end, but he unfortunately wasnt allowed to take any pictures of it.

Go to oOple to get more close up pictures of the S2.

Source: oOple [oople.com]


January 7, 2008

Vantage Racing Pro Mat

Vantage Racing Pro Mat

Vantage Racing, makers of all tings carbon, have introduced their new Pro Mat which measures 19 x 31 inches and is made of the same tough and flexible material that they make wet suits from. The mat easily rolls up for storage, and it’s large enough to cover up your work station or pit table, perfect for racers who need an easy to transport and large mat to wrench on.

Source: RCCA [rccaraction.com]


January 7, 2008

JConcepts Illuzion Rustler VXL Body

JConcepts Illuzion Rustler VXL Body

The Hi-Speed style is the latest body shell design for the Traxxas Rustler VXL truck by JConcepts. The Illuzion Hi-Speed styling presents a flowing design while incorporating many radical outlets and coves for additional air flow for electrical cooling, while this body is also the first to include a separate rear wing with side dams that attaches to the rear of the truck bed for superior fit and finish. Race inspired aggressive styling, Illuzionized cab and cove hood scoop combined with a durable flowing bed design are just some of the features that make the new Illuzion Hi-Speed body stand out from the rest.

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January 6, 2008

Dace MFG Mugen Pillow Balls

Dace MFG Mugen Pillow Balls

Dace Manufacturing have released this set of 4 pillow balls for use with Mugen buggies and truggies. They are 2.5mm longer than stock allowing more threads to bite in the a-arm, those that run wider set-ups will really benefit from the longer threads. The ball ends are specially coated to make them incredibly durable and Dace offers a lifetime guarantee on these balls, replacing them if they come apart.

Source: Dace MFG [dacemfg.com]


January 6, 2008

DXF Competition 1/8 Classic chassis

DXF Competition 1/8 Classic chassis

Back in September, we showed you CAD images of the DXF Competition Classic 2wd car, and since then the French company have been busy finishing the project and here are the first pictures of their all new car. Sporting a very simple and neat rear end with what looks like a gear differential, there is an engine monoblock, the radio plate sports a purpose made fuel tank and the front end looks very nice featuring plenty of adjustment. Expect it to be available in the end of January.

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January 6, 2008

Motonica P8.0R WC 2008 Upgrade set

Motonica P8.0R WC 2008 Upgrade set

Our site sponsors, the Border, has got the first information on the new 2008 Motonica P8.0R, as used by Dario Balestri at the World Championships in Argentina. The upgrade set isnt yet available but pre orders are being taken and it includes quite a few major new parts including an updated chassis plate, radio plate, fuel tank, front bulkheads, rear body mount and front shock tower. The upgrade set is supplied with a CD that contains the instruction manual.

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January 6, 2008

KM Racing blocks & NT1/MTX4 parts

KM Racing blocks & NT1/MTX4 parts

KM Racing have released a number of optional parts for the Mugen MTX-4 and Xray NT1 as well as these universal droop blocks. The chassis droop support blocks, which sport the KM Racing logo have been precision machined from aluminium and red anodised and work with the previously released droop gauge. For the MTX-4, KM have created some lightweight aluminium pulleys in both 23T and 18T and their construction prevents the build up of dirt on the teeth, while a new lightweight pulley adaptor works with the original plastic pullies on the MTX3 and 4. For the Xray NT1 is a new lightweight 2nd gear carrier and 2 piece lightweight front solid axle which has been made from delrin to help reduce weight, while the design allows for replaceable ball cups.

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January 6, 2008

Novak Mongoose Micro Brushless System

Novak Mongoose Micro Brushless System

Novak has released their latest line of micro brushless systems, with the announcement of the release of the Mongoose Micro Brushless System. This system includes the new Novak Mongoose Brushless/Brush ESC factory-wired to one of three, new Novak Three-80 Micro Pro Brushless Motors. The Three-80 Micro Pro is the first sensor-based brushless motor that is specifically designed for 1/18 and 1/16-scale cars. Because it is sensored and lightweight, it gives micro scale cars the ability to manouver at high speeds in extremely tight spaces, all with unsurpassed low speed and braking control. The Mongoose’s Brushless/Brush ESC and sensored brushless motor are perfectly matched to maximize performance and handle with the agility and speed of a mongoose.

Source: Novak [teamnovak.com]