New from Atomic Carbon are these replacement shock towers for the Associated B44 buggy. Made from 4mm carbon fibre, and featuring additional shock holes alongside the standard kit holes, these towers are available for both the front and rear of the car. Having completed final testing they are now available to buy.
Source: Atomic Carbon [atomic-carbon.co.uk]
Italian company BP Racing have released information about their complete line of gas engines for 2008. Starting with their circuit engine, this 3.5cc is available in 2 versions, a 7 port and 9 port version and both feature a 14mm crankshaft, CNC machined piston and composite carburettor with interchangeable venturi. Similar in features, the buggy engine is available in a 3 and 5 port version, while the rally game motor comes in a 7 or 9 port version. For truggies, BP have also produced a 4.0cc motor available in 3 and 7 port versions.
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Losi have released these molded foam inserts specifically designed for Losi 1/8 Buggy Tires. Featuring a special design and material formulation they ensure that the contact patch and side wall flex remain consistent and correct for the life of the tire. Unlike punched sheet foam or cheaply made generic inserts, these molded foam inserts will not break down and their consistency is second-to-none; one tire will not be softer or harder than the next, either of which can create serious handling problems.
Source: Losi [losi.com]
Vita Tuning have announced the impending release of this Stationary Wheel Balancer, which will be made available under the Reckward Tuning brand. Suitable for all off road wheels with a 17mm wheel axle, this system sees the wheel rotate itself to the heavier point, making identification of unequal weight distribution easier. Through the use of plastescine the user can then balance up the wheels and easily re-check them.
Source: Vita Tuning [vita-tuning.de]
Mugen Seiki have released this set of 4 optional wheel nuts for use with their entire current range of buggies and truggies. Also suitable for other cars with a 17mm hex hub, these hard coated nuts are designed with a special locking groove that prevents them from coming loose.
Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]
K Factory have released their HiFL Off-Road Dual Intake Air Filter, developed to be the most efficient and easy-to-maintain off road air filter available. The Dual Intake design dramatically reduces air turbulence within the filter and allows air to flow smoothly and unrestricted, which means your engine breathes better and as a result operates at maximum power without stalling. The dual stage foam filter traps dust and debris that could ruin your motor, yet allows the free flow of air to keep your engine running smoothly, while the lightweight design eliminates drag and helps reduce overall vehicle weight.
Source: K-Factory [kfactoryracing.com]
More new products from the RCX show in California as US Magazine RCCA spotted a new competition truggy on the Tamiya stand. Named the TRF801X, this is still a concept car and as such there is little more concrete information known about it other than it will be aimed squarely at the competition market. It looks that Tamiya has perhaps smartly skipped the over crowded buggy market to get a head start on the still emerging truggy market.
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The New Zealand Electric off road National Championships were run last weekend at the Hawkes Bay Radio Control Club’s permanent track in Hastings. The modified class qualification saw James Rainey claim the TQ spot in both 2wd and 4wd buggy and he was able to carry his pace through into the finals in 2wd to win from Graeme McDougal in 2nd and Darren Johnston in 3rd. In the 4wd class, Rainey couldn’t manage to do the double as Johnston, driving a B44, was able to take the win in the first 2 finals with good times to sew up the overall title from Perry Field in 2nd, with pole man Rainey ending up in 3rd.
Full results from the event can be found here.
Thanks to Darren Johnston for the report.
