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November 21, 2007

STS 2008 Engine line-up

Taiwanese engine manufacturer STS have unveiled more additions to their already extensive range of engines. First up is the new S12XS, 2.1 cc touring car motor that has a 12mm crankshaft with turbo scoop, 5 port tear dropped ABC liner and is supplied with a turbo plug. The S12XS is also available as a 3 port IFMAR legal version. Also for on road is the new 3.5cc S21R motor that has a 14mm balanced crankshaft with turbo scoop, 5 port ABC liner, carburettor with interchangeable venturis and is also supplied with a turbo plug. Finally is the S21T buggy engine which is exactly the same as the on road motor but has a larger cooling head as is normal with off road motors.

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November 20, 2007

Intellect 4600VR-1 cells

Intellect will soon release the follow up to the explosive power of their IB4200 cells with the introduction of the all new IB4600VR-1. These new batteries not only provide longer run time than their predecessor but they will have been tested to ensure that they are stable and safe, and upon passing, the VR-1 cells will go on sale. Expect to see them available from your favourite cell matching company in the near future.

Source: Seiki [e-seiki.co.jp]

November 20, 2007

Ultimate Racing wheel axle spacers

Ultimate Racing have released these new adjustment washers, which have been made from spring steel and designed for adjusting the gap between the axle bearing and the wheel hub. Measuring 8.1 x 10 x 0.1 mm, they are sold in packs of 10 and allow you to perfectly adjust the wheel hub tolerance without affecting the bearing function.

Source: Ultimate Racing [ultimateracing.es]

November 20, 2007

KM Racing Droop Blocks & Gauge

KM Racing have released some new tools for on road racers in the form of a new droop gauge and droop blocks. The red anodised blocks (above) have been machined from aluminium, feature the KM Racing logo, and provide an accurate base from which to measure your cars downstop settings. Designed to accompany the blocks, is a new red anodised aluminium droop gauge that can measure between -3mm to +10mm in half mm increments, allowing for very accurate settings.

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November 19, 2007

JConcepts Illuzion Ultima RB5 body

Another body from JConcepts, this time its for the turn of the Kyosho Ultima RB5 to receive the Illuzion treatment. The Illuzion “Scoopless” styling presents a smooth yet detailed design while incorporating many of the features from the original Scoopless body for the RC10B4. Race inspired aggressive styling, slim side pods and kick-outs, Illuzionized cab and durable design are just some of the features that make the new Illuzion RB5 body stand out from the rest. Made from heavy-duty thickness polycarbonate with protective film, the body is supplied window masks, detailed Illuzion decal sheet and a new RB5 specific 6.5” Illuzionized high downforce wing.

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November 19, 2007

GRP Gadgets Pit Shirt

GRP Gadget Pit Shirt

Another addition to the GRP Pit Wear line up is this rather smart, and very distinctive, Pit shirt. Made from a breathable material, this lightweight shirt will keep you cool in the warmest of weather and as with other items in the GRP Gadgets range it comes in bright orange and black while the chest, arms and sleeves sport embroidered GRP logos.

Source: MID [mid-mugen.de]

November 19, 2007

JConcepts Illuzion RC8 body

JConcepts have released their Illuzion body for the Associated RC8 1/8th scale buggy that features ‘Scoopless’ styling which creates a smooth yet detailed design. Race inspired aggressive styling, Illuzionized cab and durable design are just some of the features that make the new Illuzion RC8 body stand out from the rest. Made from heavy-duty thickness polycarbonate with protective film, the body is supplied window masks and detailed Illuzion decal sheet.

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November 19, 2007

Tamiya TRF501X Worlds Edition

Tamiya have released details about the Worlds Edition of their competition 4wd buggy, the TRF501X. Essentially the same car as the original, the WE comes supplied with a number of optional parts as standard that are designed to improve durability and increase the range of set-up adjustments that can be applied to the car. Supplied with blue anodised front caster block, this piece provides extra strength, stiffness and tuning possibilities, while other new supplied parts include front and rear anti roll bars, new 18T centre pulley, aluminium centre spur plate, strengthened front end, aluminium rear uprights, new updated body shell and finally all the holes and countersinks have been improved.

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