November 19, 2007

JConcepts Illuzion Ultima RB5 body

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 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 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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November 19, 2007

CS Electronic Side Wall Protection Glue

CS Electronic Side Wall Protection Glue

CS Electronic have released this side wall protection glue for use with both indoor and outdoor foam tires. Simply apply the glue into the pores of the side wall of your tire and it will create a thin flexible protective layer that will help to prevent chunking from hitting kerbs and other drivers. The glue does not affect the tire structure or reduce grip.

Source: CS Electronics [cs-electronic.com]


November 18, 2007

SIIM PGR S12T engine

SIIM PGR S12T engine

The first engine to be released from Spanish company SIIM Racing’s new engine line up, as we announced last week, is the PGR S12T touring car motor. Made for SIIM by Italian company Star Motor Engineering, who make the Sirio motors, this new engine features a 5 port ABC liner and a 12mm crankshaft, with extra work done to the porting to improve fuel flow, while externally it sports a black crankcase and a branded gold cooling head.

Source: SIIM [siimengines.com]


November 17, 2007

GRP All weather Jacket

GRP All weather Jacket

MID in Germany have announced that they have started selling the new GRP All weather jacket as seen on the backs of team drivers throughout the year. A new addition to the extensive range of GRP clothing and merchandising, this very comfortable and well fitting jacket is sold in the distinctive black and orange colours of the Italian company and sports the large GRP logo on both the front and rear as well as the Pit Wear logo on both arms.

Source: MID [mid-mugen.de]


November 17, 2007

Reedy Stockstar 27T & Challenger 19T motors

Reedy Stockstar 27T

Reedy have announced the release of the all new RM6 based Stockstar 27T Stock and Challenger 19T Spec motors which have been designed and conceived in house by their team of dedicated engineers. Dyno and on-track testing reveal all-around performers with a dynamic balance between RPM and torque that makes both motors the perfect choice for 1/10 scale on and off-road racers and well as the dedicated 1/12 scale racer.

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