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December 16, 2008

Xray Column – In Between the Worlds

Xray Column - In Between the Worlds

The 24th installment in the Xray column from Xray owner and chief designer Juraj Hudy is now online. In this months column, Juraj talks about his trip to the 1/8th scale World Championships in Charlotte NC.

My realistic expectation was to get 1 car into the final and if we had good racing luck we might even have good chances of getting onto the podium. But at the same time I was realistic and knew that no matter how good your drivers were or how great your cars were, there were dozens of other factors out of your control which could and would influence the result; no matter how well prepared and good you are, you still need good luck.

Read the full column here.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

December 16, 2008

JConcepts Carvers Racing tires

JConcepts have announced the release of these ‘Carvers’, a 1/10th truck front tire perfect for a variety of track surfaces. The sharp angular and directional ribs provide the ultimate in control and direction on the most common dry and wet condition surfaces, while the compact tire body combined with the JConcepts firm foam inserts allow for precise steering input and response for very consistent lap times. In new condition they excel on low traction surfaces as well as high “loamy” traction wet surfaces where no rubber has been taken into the racing surface. Worn versions excel on indoor or outdoor clay tracks where a light blue groove has formed. Available in sticky soft Blue compound and include firm foam inserts.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

December 16, 2008

Edit Cyclone D4 Alloy Front Brace

Aftermarket parts maker Edit have released an alloy front brace for the Hot Bodies Cyclone D4 4wd buggy. Made from hard-anodized 7075 aluminium, the brace offers security in the event of heavy impacts by strengthening the front of the car where the wishbones are mounted.

Source: Edit [rc-edit.com]

December 16, 2008

Cube Racing Revolution silicone oil

Cube Racing has released its new Revolution silicone shock oil series. Made using specially manufactured 100% silicone oil material, the viscosity has been accurately tested and will not change in different temperatures. Sold in a 60ml bottle, with an extended tip for easy filling, it is available from 100 to 800 CST.

Source: Cube Racing [cuberacing.net]

December 16, 2008

Robin D’Hondt moves to Motonica

Italian company Motonica have announced that Belgian driver, and former European finalist, Robin D’Hondt has joined their team. The former Serpent driver and current Belgian National Champion will be driving the soon to be released P81 in 2009 and as well as running the National series will contest the World Championships in Lostallo.

Source: Motonica [fastom.com]

December 16, 2008

Protoform P909 1/8th scale body shell

Protoform have released a teaser image of their newest 1/8th scale on road body shell, called the P909. From the picture we can see it features a cockpit similar to the MLC 908, and the body appears to have high side walls and deep side indents behind the front wheel arch, like the European Championship winning Xceed Zytek, as well as stiffening ribs along the length of the top side of the shell. We will bring you more information upon release.

Source: Protoform [prolineracing.com]

December 16, 2008

Pro-Line Revolver & Bow Tie pre mounts

Pro-Line have released their latest buggy tire range as pre mounts. Tires to get the pre mount treatment are the World Champion Revolver, Revolver V3 and Bow-Tie V3. All are available pre glued to white or yellow dish wheels and come in M2 and M3 compounds.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

December 16, 2008

Xceed RC TH1 Tire heater

Xceed RC have released the first in a new line of electronic products, aimed at the competition racer. The TH1 is a professional tire heater and features a strong case made from green and black anodized aluminium. Fully programmable, the front and rear tires can be set independently, with quick warming from 20 to 100℃, and all the functions are controlled through a front mounted main screen and padded buttons. The device is supplied with 4 aluminum cups and wires for use with rubber touring car tires.

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