"The professionally developed 1/8-scale L8IGHT Model Race Roller comes hand-built and tuned specifically for dirt oval racing, right out of the box. The L8IGHT Model Race Roller features realistic looks and performance features of a full-scale late model vehicle."

Source: http://www.losi.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=LOSA0809

I got my 17mm adaptors for my Traxxas Slash. I put the smaller pinion gear in and put on the 8ight-T tires on! I ran it in the street for a bit and the rear tires were rubbing. I only ran it for a few minutes checking the motor to make sure it did not blow up. I was driving it back in when I decided to try and drive up the porch steps. The motor sparked and poof! It felt welded together and smelled burnt. I let it cool and tried it again. Nope she is toast. Lesson learned. I can't wait to get my 8ight buggy tires. I hope the LHS has a Titan 12 or it is some modified 15 turn motor. Maybe I'll do both or just go brushless? Who knows?

 

RcCrawler.com has a write-up on the new HBZ USA Warthog 2.2 Tube Chassis. From the looks of it they like what the see. 

 

 

 

Source: http://www.rccrawler.com/warthog.html

I went out to Seven Cities Raceway Sunday and ran into Ed. He was painting part of the track. I must say the track is looking great! There was a built-in shade for the drivers stand and the layout has been perfected. The track was a little washed-out due to some recent rain. Plus there was sand all over the place. Nevertheless the track was fun. I brought my 8ight-T and the new Traxxas Slash. The Slash has a hard time hooking up on the loose dirt and sand but is a blast to drive. I let Ed take it for a spin and he had a good time. I broke the 8ight-T out and it hooked up fine. It was a bit loose in the sand but she held up well. Overall I had a great day at the track and I would like to thank Ernie and Ed for doing such a great job with the track. I look forward to the race on August 16. Come out and race your car or watch a great bunch of people have a fun time.

355212 XB808 Alu CVD Drive Axle - Hardcoated (4)

CNC-machined CVD drive axle for XB808 made from premium lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 hardcoated aluminum. Strategically-machined, super-lightweight drive axles are specially designed and produced for high-competition racing. The reduced weight is almost 3x less than the stock wheel axle, with a total weight saving of up to 20g for all 4 wheel axles.

Precision machined with highest tolerances using premium fully-automatic German CNC-machines. High-quality hardcoating is done at XRAY’s own in-house fully-robotic hardcoating line, ensuring a perfect hardcoated surface every time.

Fits XB808. Set of 4.
   
NOTICE: It is important to note that while these axles are very strong they do have a more limited lifespan than steel versions, and as such they should be inspected more frequently.

 

Source: http://teamxray.com/teamxray/news/newsdesc.php?news_id=1484&Xnet_Session=32a8f37c6b28150d04e8843625e85682

During the EC-A 2008 which was held in a very hot Valencia many drivers had problems to make the five minutes on 1 fuel tank.
After our team manager handed out some prototype parts of our new 'Exhaust Gas Cooler' to our team drivers (Collari, Balestri, Pietsch, Pirani, Lackner, Vuga to name a few) they where able to use the full potential of their 359 Race . 21 engines again because they did not have to worry about five minutes anymore.

The Exhaust Gas Cooler is mounted between the tuned pipe and the fuel tank and so it will take away some heat from the exhaust gas that goes into the fueltank, lowering the temprature of the fuel and increasing the runtime.

Our 'Exhaust Gas Cooler' (part number: 36000) is available in purple anodization.
Shipping starts after our holiday closure (25th of August).

 

Source: http://www.novarossi.com/content_uk/news/2008/07-juli/exhaust-gas-cooler.htm#

"The Slash Spec class is a new phenomena in the R/C World of racing. Racers around the world are now enjoying this highly competitive class. Be sure to check out our new Slash graphics and be on the look out for new Slash graphics coming soon from Upgrade RC."

Upgrade RC has custom graphics for everything RC. Check out their complete line-up.

Source: http://www.upgradercshop.com/mm5/merchant.mvc

This is too cool for words. Give it time to load.

 

 

Hudy have released this Setup decal for the company’s flat setup board for 1/8 Off-road & Truggy is made from tough plastic and provides a smooth, liquid-resistant surface for quick & easy track-width adjustment. Features accurate, clear markings with 1mm grid for adjustment of 1/8 off-road car & truggy.

 

Source: http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RedRc/~3/350434622/

K-Factory have released an upgrade kit for the Team Magic G4 in time for the World Championships later this month in Lisbon, Portugal. Suitable for the full range of G4 chassis’, the set features amongst other things, adjustable roll centres, split bumper design to best absorb impact, while the chassis has been CNC machined from a special material to enhance the strength.

 

Source: http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RedRc/~3/350428383/