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January 1, 2010

JS Racing .21 buggy engines

EB Mods have announced that the new JS Racing .21 engines are now available. This 3.5cc buggy engine features sleeve timing and port design which has been optimised for increased run time, while a reinforced crankcase allows for ‘better concentric mating during thermal expansion and contraction’. Utilizing an ABC piston and sleeve with 5 + 2 ports and single exhaust port, the engine’s 14mm crankshaft has been coated for reduced friction and longer engine life. Finally, the cooling head has been drilled for light weight and increased cooling and the supplied 2 needle carburetor comes with a 6.5mm, 7mm and 8mm venturi insert.

Source: EB Mods [ebmods.com]

January 1, 2010

LRP SXX Stock Spec BL Speed controller

LRP have introduced the new SXX Stock Spec brushless speed controller, based on the IFMAR World Championship winning SXX TC Spec with new developments specifically for stock-spec racing. Featuring dual ADPC max software, this allows independent adjustment of ‘Feel’ and ‘Boost’ for maximum flexibility and high power, while a twin BEC ensures constant 6V/3A output with 3.0V to 7.4V batteries meaning there is no need for a receiver battery for 1S LiPo or 4-cell NiMH Batteries. A revolutionary internal temp check system allows you to read the maximum internal temperature for both the speed control and motor while the AutoCell system is a fully adjustable cut-off system for all types of cells.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

December 31, 2009

King Headz Losi 8ight Front caster blocks

New for the Losi 8ight 2.0 and 8ight-T 2.0 are these front caster blocks which have been CNC machined from 7075 aircraft grade aluminium and anodized. These blocks will allow you to adjust caster on each wheel independent from the other wheel by simply loosening two bolts, rotating the block and then re-tightening the bolts. There are indexing holes and a provided gauge to let you adjust the block from 5 degree of additional positive caster from the stock Losi block all the way to 5 degree of negative caster in 2 1/2 degree increments. These are also designed to increase rigidity, add strength and improve durability.

Source: King Headz [kingheads.com]

December 31, 2009

JConcepts small racing bag

The new small JConcepts racing bag is a compact, multi-purpose equipment bag that can be used for about any of your R/C needs. Its design and proportions allow you to store and transfer just about any combination of compact R/C equipment you desire. There is enough room for 1/10th scale buggies, 1/16th scale vehicles or touring cars as well as room for radio gear, tools, tires, or various other R/C gear. This racing bag has heavy JConcepts imagery and logos printed on each end as well as the sides and top and the front-load Velcro design, combined with composite inner liner, allow for easy access to all drawers individually. The two composite drawers with divider make the inner workings of the JConcepts racing bag keep everything organised.

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December 31, 2009

Team Losi Precision tire balancer

Team Losi have released this precision tire balancer. Supplied with the 3oz of balancing clay, it will help extend the life of your wheels, tires, drivetrain components, shock absorbers and fuel mileage by enabling you to have perfectly balanced wheels. Constructed from lightweight, durable high-grade aluminium, it has an innovative design that allows it to easily disassemble for compact transportation and storage in its reusable container. Suitable for any wheel with a 17mm hex, it has been ergonomically designed so the inside of the wheel being balanced faces out for hassle-free balancing.

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December 31, 2009

CSO Racing Velox V10 chassis & pullies

New from CSO Racing for the Shepherd Velox V10 is this new chassis plate and range of pullies. First up the chassis, which has been CNC machined from a 3.1mm thick slab of 7075 T6 aluminium and further hard coated for increased durability. Next up is a full range of drive pullies for the V10, including the 18T, 19T, 20T, 25 & 27T, which are also made from 707 T6 aluminium and hard coated, and feature holes in the side walls to allow dirt and debris to come out of the teeth, increasing the life of both the pulley and the belt.

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December 31, 2009

Capricorn RC Hard Tuned engines

Capricorn RC have announced their new Hard Tuned engine treatment which they have applied to Novarossi, Sirio, O.S. and Picco motors. All engines are hand tuned to maximize performance and give the end user a top level engine. Internally the engines feature a hand worked crankcase to reduce the mixture turbulence flowing into the combustion chamber, while the liner has also been polished and hand worked. The crankshaft has been worked and balanced to increase high end rpm and a better bottom rise and polished manually to give better mixture flow.

Source: Capricorn RC [capricornrc.com]

December 30, 2009

Kyosho Ultima SC video

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Just released over a month ago, Kyosho’s new entry into the increasingly competitive short course market, the Ultima SC is based on the race winning Ultima RT5 chassis. This is a race bred machine and serious competitor to the previous entries into the market and you can now check it out in full with Kyosho America’s new promotional video which outlines the car’s features as well as show it in action on the track.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]