December 5, 2007

New Era Firestorm Big block conversion

New Era Firestorm Big block conversion

If you have ever wanted to put big block power into your 1/10th scale HPI Firestorm truck, then New Era will help you do that with their newly release big block conversion. The kit which includes a billet aluminium forward engine mount, a billet aluminium rear engine mount and a steel throttle return spring makes installing .21 or larger sized engine very easy. It even fits bigger motors with the car shown in the pictures fitted with a pull start Ofna .28 engine.

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December 5, 2007

Robitronic Sealed Ball Bearings

Robitronic Sealed Ball Bearings

Robitronic have announced the release of new sealed ball bearings, in standard sizes, for off road racing. Available with either steel or ceramic balls, both types are fitted with rubber gaskets to prevent dirt entering the bearing and damaging them. All bearings come pre oiled for high rpm usage and fit a variety of applications with the 5x10x4mm ball bearings ideal for use as clutch bearings. Robitronic now also sell ceramic balls in both 2.4mm and 3mm diameters and are supplied in a pack of 12, making them ideal for ball differentials.

Source: Robitronic [robitronic.eu]


December 5, 2007

Upgrade RC release more Skins

 Upgrade RC release more Skins

Upgrade RC have added more items to the list of skin able things on your race bench with the introduction of 3 new product ranges. First up is a new range of skins for your Team Orion LiPo packs, while continuing the branding within your car is also a new range of skins for your electric motor. Getting away from the race track, Upgrade RC are also selling Factory Mouse pads which come with a skin similar to that used on the company’s popular pit mats. All skins come in a range of designs and are fully customisable with your sponsors logos and name.

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December 5, 2007

Corally New Generation F1

Corally New Generation F1

Team Corally have announced more details on their ‘New Generation F1’ that we showed you back in October. This car’s design is based on the World Championship winning 12X concept, resulting in an easy to work on high performance driving machine as well great part availability since most parts on this new F1 are interchangeable with the 12X. The New Generation F1 uses the World’s best materials and production methods which includes super tough and strong 3.2mm GRP chassis parts, 7075 T6 aluminium motorpod and graphite rear axle. This combines super low weight with high rigidity and durable on-track performance. It comes complete with mounted tires, F-type body and moulded front & rear wing.

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December 4, 2007

Hitec HS-82 Super Micro Servos

Hitec HS-82 Super Micro Servos

Hitec have released details about the soon to be released HS-82, the replacement for the HS-81 series of servo which features many improvements over its predecessor. A more powerful motor, updated electronics and longer life potentiometer yield higher torque, more speed and better centering for today’s more demanding Radio Control Applications.  The HS-82 is offered in two versions, one with karbonite gears for precise, slop free movements or one with metal gears for strength and impact resistance.

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December 4, 2007

Trinity StarCell iPlug Connector

Trinity StarCell iPlug Connector

Trinity have announced that they are the exclusive World wide distributor for the new StarCell line of R/C electronics with the first offering in the StarCell line, the new iPlug. The iPlug is a new super low resistance high amp carrying connector designed for monster trucks, boats and any vehicle with high voltage and amperage requirements. Featuring less resistance then “Tamiya” style plugs, the iPlug is compatible with the new Traxxas vehicles and will plug right into Traxxas style plugs.

Source: Xtreme RC [rc411.com]


December 4, 2007

Serpent release the 720 ’08

Serpent release the 720 ‘08

Serpent have announced the release of the ‘08 spec of the European Championship winning Serpent 720 chassis. Maintaining the cars race winning geometry and already high specification, the 2008 version will now be supplied with a number of great option parts as standard. The chassis plate has now been black anodised and features a machined recess to mount the supplied front brass plate, an option that helps remove snap oversteer and allows the car to corner faster and smoother. Also included with the kit are the new 0 and 1mm offset steering blocks that provide more options to fine-tune your car’s setup on different track layouts. An aluminium radio plate X bracket also comes as standard, that not only looks great but also helps increase rigidity of the car, while finally, to ensure the engine mounting points are kept aligned, reducing stress on the crankcase, the 720-08 is supplied with the single piece orange anodised engine mount. Apart from the options, some of the cars standard parts have also been improved such as the fuel tank, which is now made from a more crash resistant material, while the mounted AFL tank lid comes with a new improved rubber seal. Other improvements include the use of a smaller diameter flywheel and the inclusion of Serpent’s new shock springs.

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December 3, 2007

Axial 500cc Fuel Bottle

Axial 500cc Fuel Bottle

Axial Racing in the US have releaed this large 500cc capacity fuel bottle, similar in style to that released by Serpent back in June. Made using a soft, long lasting and easy to squeeze bottle material, the spout is made from green anodised aluminum and sports a laser etched Axial logo, while to get the fuel into the tank the end of the spout has a curved neck. Tinted plastic protects fuel from sunlight and still allows you to see level of fuel in bottle, while a rubber cap prevents spilling during transport.

Source: Axial Racing [axialracing.com]