March 10, 2007

RRP Spur gear & clutch bell for Losi 8ight

Robinson Racing Products steel gear for Losi 8ight

Robinson Racing Products have announced their latest addition to their extensive line of high-performance precision gears and drive related accessories with the introduction of these extra hard steel spur gears and clutch bells for the Team Losi 8ight buggy. The spur gear and clutch bell are precision CNC machined from steel and then hardened for the ultimate in performance and durability and are available to buy now.

Source: RCCA [radiocontrolzone.net]


March 10, 2007

Team Kyosho Sweatshirts

Kyosho Sweaters

You have seen these 2 different sweaters before in the Cody King / Ryan Lutz announcement we ran a few days ago, well now Kyosho America have announced the release of both the normal and hooded sweater. Each sweatshirt is printed with the large graphic on front, the Kyosho logo on the left sleeve, and a smaller “K” oval on the back. These top-of-the-line heavy weight sweatshirts feature ultra-soft fleece on the inside and soft, plush 100-percent cotton face.

Source: Kyosho America [kyoshoamerica.com]


March 9, 2007

Team Orion Vortex Brushless

Team Orion Vortex Brushless

Earlier today we showed you the very first picture of the new Peak Vantage BL, well now we have learned that Team Orion have started shipping their long awaited entry into the brushless motor scene as well, with this, the Vortex. The motor that the Vantage BL is based on, the Vortex has been developed by top motor guru Oscar Jansen and has already won its first major race, on its debut outing, in the hands of Andy Moore at last years European Championships. Team Orion have continued to develop the motor further and finally its ready and should be available in the shops in the next 10 days.

To find out more information about the Vortex, go here.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]


March 9, 2007

SM BOSS .12 TC motor

SM Boss .12 TC motor

Now that the World Champion GRP made Ninja .12 motor has finally been released to its expectant public, the other brand of motors made by GRP and Mario Rossi can come out too. The Schepis Model, BOSS branded, GRP motor has been released, and well what can you say about it other than its a World Champion motor with a different, blue, cooling head. The set that it comes in looks pretty sweet, which comes with exhaust system, sew on badge, decals and other promo things including a CD, although I’m not sure whats on it.

You can check out lots more images here.

Source: RC Bazar [rcbazar.net]


March 9, 2007

First Picture – Peak Racing Vantage BL motor

Peak Motors Vantage BL

This is the first picture of the soon to be released Vantage Brushless motor from Peak. Made using the same pedigree as the previous motors in the World Champion Vantage range, the Vantage BL is Peaks first entry into the competition brushless motor market. Longer run time, with maximum power throughout the entire run, combined with superior braking shows this motor is meant for serious racers and it works with all the leading sensored and sensorless 1:10 brushless ESC’s.

Source: Peak Motors [peakmotors.com]


March 8, 2007

Motonica P8.0R 1/8th 4wd up close

Motonica P8.0R

Just before the Nurnberg toy fair in February, we brought you the first pictures of the new P8.0R from Motonica. Well now thanks to our site sponsor, The Border, we now have the full set of studio images for this rather attractive car as well as the new 4wd Base and Classic cars, the latter which you have already seen on this site. If you like what you see, the P8.0R can be pre ordered by clicking here, with the car expect to be in stock by the end of march with the Classic one month later.

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March 8, 2007

Riemon Speed Works shaft drive Xray?

Riemon Speed Works

Japanese company Riemon Speed Works are showing a shaft drive car on their site that they hint at being an Xray shaft conversion. Its a very nicely made car if it is a conversion but i cant really see the Xray in this particular car, apart perhaps from the front bumper mount which looks familiar. Whatever it is, we have pictures of it and you can check them out below.

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March 8, 2007

Roga fuel confirms Gomez and Batlle

Roga fuel confirms Gomez and Batlle

Roga Fuels have announced that they have signed top Spanish racers Richi Gomez and Robert Batlle for 2 years to use their fuels. The two drivers, who both recently signed to use AXE Rossi engines, will use the companies latest RACE mixture that uses specialist production processes to ensure exceptional performance and lubrication.

Source: Modellismo RC [modellismorc.net]