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May 11, 2011

Shepherd GT-C5 light 1/8 scale bodyshell

Shepherd have introduced their new 1/8 scale bodyshell called the GT-C5 light. Developed in Germany according to the new IFMAR regulations for the 1/8 scale class, which stipulates lower sides, this shell is EFRA homologated (#31524). Featuring easy handling with lots of downforce the new front end design and recessed central front area creates lots of steering too. The body is made from 0,75mm thick high quality clear polycarbonate and is available now.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

May 11, 2011

Xray RX8 aluminium front body posts

To compliment the new carbon front body post mount released this morning for the RX8, Xray have have produced these aluminium front body posts. CNC-machined from premium lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium they work with both the composite and optional graphite plate. Sold in a set of 2.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

May 11, 2011

Serpent 966 aerodynamic front bumper

New from Serpent for their 966 they have introduced their updated front bumper, as seen during our Worlds coverage in Miami. Made of almost unbreakable composite nylon, with a new aerodynamic design, the higher curved edges on the trailing edge prevent the bumper bending downwards. The outer most lowered surfaces are very thin and can be cut out with a hobby-knife resulting in more steering. This bumper is also shorter and the front is flatter to accommodate the low ‘nose’ of the current bodyshells.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

May 11, 2011

Team Orion .12 Black Edition ABI engine

Team Orion have released an updated version of their .12 Black Edition ABI engine. Winning the 2010 French national title with Adrien Bertin, and taking 2nd overall with Basile Concialdi, this new engine features a hard black coated crankshaft as well as a specially treated crankcase. Other updates include a new carburetor with isolated material, new Black Edition cooling head, new timing and it comes with an EFRA 2653 pipe with new conical manifold. Available in a complete package this engine just recently won the second round of the French Nationals with Basile Concialdi.

View more images of the engine here

May 11, 2011

Xray RX8 graphite body post mounting plate

The new parts for the RX8 keep coming, with Xray releasing this graphite front body post mounting plate. Tough, strong and lightweight, it is made from thick CNC-machined top-grade graphite.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

May 10, 2011

CSO RX8 aluminium clutch bell

More new items for the Xray RX8, again from CSO, who have produced this lightweight aluminium clutch bell. Made from hard coated 7075 T6 aluminium, it is lighter than the original kit version, weighing in at only 3.3 grams. This new clutch bell claims to be more efficient and offer improved acceleration.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]

May 10, 2011

Xray RX8 middle shaft locating collar

Similar to that released yesterday by Xray, for the RX8 chassis, there is now also this lightened middle shaft locating collar. Made from tough 7076 T6 aluminium, it replaces the composite collar used on the 2-speed shaft, reducing its rotating mass without sacrificing strength or durability.

View the collar mounted here

May 9, 2011

CSO RX8 suspension arm holders

More new parts for the Xray RX8, this time from CSO Racing products who have released these new aluminium front upper suspension arm holders. Made from lightweight black anodised 7075 T6 aluminium adds extra strength to this vulnerable area of the car.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]