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January 9, 2008

Much More Traction, Cells & Cell box

Much More Traction, 3800 cells & cell box

Much More have released a few new products today including traction additive, new cells and a new cell box. First up is the addition of the red version of the previously released range of acute carpet tire additive, that provides high traction for rubber tires on carpet surface with the red specifically for use on high traction surfaces. Next up is a new line of 3800mAh Zap cells that come sold in a pack of 6, while the company’s new battery boxes have been designed for 5 cells, useful for European, and now Japanese, racers.

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December 29, 2007

Losi 1/8 XBT Buggy Tires

Losi have announced 2 new compounds in their 1/8th scale XBT buggy tire range with the release of a red and silver compound. Sold complete with foam inserts they should be available soon.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

December 15, 2007

Pro Line HoBao Hyper 8.5 Crowd Pleazer

Pro Line have introduced some new items this month starting with the release of the Crowd Pleazer 2 for the HoBao Hyper 8 / 8.5. The Crowd Pleazer 2.0 is certain to provide racers with the groundb reaking design cues they demand in a body and incorporates ultra-low styling, original bodylines, and functionality to bring you the latest in high performance race technology. Also new from Pro Line is the announcement that the Bow Tie pattern is now available in their range of Low Profile Race (LPR) truggy tire range.

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November 30, 2007

Sorex is the 2008 Euros Control tire

Sorex chosen for 2008 Euros Control tire

Schumacher have announced that Sorex, which they distribute in Europe, has been chosen as the control tire for the 2008 European EP Touring Car Championships that will take place next summer in Villa Real, Spain. For those wanting to try the tires prior to the event they are available through the Schumacher distribution network under codes: XG-36EU for the slick pre glued tire, and XG-Wet for the Shimizu wet tire.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

November 30, 2007

Much More V-made Products

Much More have released a complete new range of V-Made products, which are premium chemical products for RC use that have undergone long term development and rigorous testing to ensure the best results for each of their purposes. Included in the range are two traction compounds called Acute Asphalt and Acute Carpet, which when applied give high traction for rubber tires on their respective surfaces. MM have also released some shock slime for the silicone o-rings in shocks, that increase the life of the o-ring and prevents leaking, also some thrust bearing grease and diff grease, for use between the plates and the balls. Finally, for your universal joints is V Made Joint lube that helps smooth the action of the shaft while also prolonging the life of the parts.

Source: RC Forum [rcforum.co.kr]

November 28, 2007

VP Pro 1/8th Buggy Tires

VP Racing 1/8th Buggy Tires

VP Racing have introduced these team series VP-Pro 1/8 Buggy Racing Tires. Available in 3 different patterns, they are supplied with the molded foam insert and have been extensively tested to bring the tire quality and performance up to the same standards as other top brands on the market. VP-Pro also aim to release similar tires for truggies in the near future.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]

November 26, 2007

LRP Speed Master 2 tires

LRP have announced the release of their all new Speed Master 2 tires, created to help make the company’s Shark-18 perform on tarmac and other road surfaces. This tire is suitable for the Shark-18 Race Monster Truck, Nitro Monster or ATV and has been developed to meet the needs of on road enthusiasts by providing high-levels of grip, easy handling and high traction in both wet and dry conditions. Extra soft inserts included.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

November 23, 2007

Schumacher 1/8th buggy Wheels & Tires

Schumacher have released a new range of 1/8th scale buggy tires following many months of testing by their team drivers along with their in house R&D team. Based on their extensive competition racing knowledge, they have designed 2 new tires, the Spiral and the more traditional Mini Pin, both available in yellow and silver compounds. The Mini Pin is suitable for degraded surfaces such as grass/soil mix, dirt and astro turf, while the Spiral is designed for surfaces that need more penetration of the ground to gain grip, making it perfect for grass surfaces. All tires are available separately and also pre glued on the company’s new white rally dish wheel. The new wheels are also available separately in white, yellow and black.

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