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OFNA race report

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 05:55:58 PDT

King Kung took another one at WCRC

Reported by Randy Kung - West Coast R/C Raceway, New Layout : It was the first race at West Coast R/C Raceway with the new layout as Randy Kung raced the 4WD Short Course. In round 1 of qualifying, Randy kept it safe just to get used to the track and set the early TQ of 13/5:07. As for round 2, Randy decided to try different lines to set a faster TQ. Although he never rolled over, the pace was actually slower. Once the mains began, Randy took the early lead and never had one roll over until the last lap while trying the tricky double section. He took the win with a new pace of 13/5:06.

Pos. Driver Short course
1st/TQ Jason Hyper 10sc
2nd Danny S 4x4
3rd Kevin Smith SCRT 10sc

2010 OCR Champs Series Rnd #1

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 00:21:21 PDT

2010 OCR Champs Series Rnd #1

Knauth cleans up!!!!!

Tony Knauth driving an RB / Hyper 9 combo takes a hard fought win in Pro buggy and the round win in the Hyper Truck control class, against some stiff competition.

Hermes Andriolo joins TecnoPower in ITALY

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:57:23 PDT

Hermes Andriolo joins TecnoPower in ITALY

We would like to announce that through our Distributor R.C.E. in ITALY Hermes Andriolo will join TecnoPower and HIPEX pipes for the rest of the 2010 season and also the 2011 season.
After some extensive testing at the local buggy track in Rovato close to the R.C.E. company Hermes was delighted and confident with the new TecnoPower "B01"

We at TECNOPOWER would like to wish Hermes and R.C.E. the best of luck for all the future competitions.

Novak Kinetic/Ballistic Brushless Systems

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:53:29 PDT

Novak Kinetic/Ballistic Brushless Systems

After years of designing, testing and perfecting, Novak has completed its greatest engineering accomplishment. Novak’s flagship Kinetic Racing Brushless ESC, which is available in 8 Kinetic/Ballistic Brushless Systems – 5.5T-13.5T, includes all of the most sought after speed control features in R/C racing, such as Novak’s Dynamic Timing Advance, which features a cutting-edge timing system that is exceptionally smooth throughout all of the timing levels; the advanced NovaBrakes system, which provides instantaneous braking under any timing condition; and the highly developed Thermal Overload Protection feature, which prevents thermal overload without taking drivers out of the race. But it wouldn’t be a Novak speed control if the Kinetic did not include some brand new features that will inevitably raise the standard for speed controls throughout the industry.

The Kinetic’s Dynamic Timing Advance is one of the most sophisticated timing systems available. In fact, it provides a smooth application of timing across the full timing spectrum of more than 50 degrees. In effect, the Kinetic’s speed ascends gracefully and controllably throughout all of the timing levels. This electronic motor-timing feature also has eight on-board timing settings—with further adjustability via the NovaLink™ —and increases the motor RPM dynamically throughout the throttle band. The increased RPM, in turn, results in higher speeds and improved speed control performance. In addition to standard timing advance, the Kinetic offers a boost setting at full throttle to provide even higher top speeds. Moreover, Novak added a timing indicator LED, which will illuminate white whenever timing is activated.

Another feature that originated with Novak’s design team is the patent-pending NovaBrakes. This revolutionary braking system provides instantaneous braking under any timing condition. Additionally, the brake response is incredibly smooth and immediate at any speed or throttle position, ridding the ESC of brake delay. In short, this new braking system has completely transformed the feel, response and use of traditional brakes.

Combined with the NovaBrakes, Novak has refined the Kinetic’s brake and drive frequency settings, and added a brake end point adjustment to provide drivers with unparalleled brake and throttle tuning options. The brake and drive frequency settings allow users to experiment with a softer or heartier brake and throttle input.

Kinetic/Ballistic System Features:

* Novak's Dynamic Timing Advance increases the motor's RPM dynamically through the throttle band
* Maximum-available electronic-motor timing – more than 50 degrees plus boost with eight on-board settings
* Compatible with the NovaLink for advanced programming options including fine tuning of timing, ESC and motor temperature diagnostics and adjustable boost delay
* Software updates for the Kinetic can be updated via the NovaLink
* Electronic Power Control feature to fine tune vehicle power delivery and response
* Multiple adjustable parameters via on-board or optional PC interface: Minimum Brake (0-30%), Drag Brake (0-30%), Minimum Drive (0-15%), Timing Level (0-55° + boost), Timing Set Point (19,500-4,000), *Current Limit (10 settings), Dead Band (2-8%), Throttle Curve (Linear/Expo), Brake Curve (Linear/Expo), Brake Frequency (1.67-13.7 KHz), Brake End Point (10-100%), Drive Frequency (16-7 KHz), Reverse, Motor Rotation, Voltage Cut-Off, Hall Sensor Test and Throttle Profile
* On-board Hall Sensor Test to easily and quickly verify that the motor's sensors are working properly
* NovaBrakes provide instantaneous braking under any timing condition
* Sensor-based for excellent torque and low-speed driveability
* User friendly on-board programming interface with five colored status LEDs
* Robust 3-amp BEC for strong and fast steering response under any condition
* Compatible with the entire 540-sized and 550-sized Novak brushless motor line
* Battery Type Selection circuitry for Li-Po, Li-Fe and Ni-MH battery packs
* Locked Rotor Detection and Thermal Overload Protection with on-board temperature diagnostics
* Included 25x25x10mm ESC cooling fan
* Eight layered, 2 oz., copper-clad PC board for lowest possible power loss
* Water-resistant case with a protective silicone gasket
* Cross-cut ESC heat sink for reduced weight and efficient cooling
* Oversized front bearing (1/2" x 3/16") for increased load handling and bearing life
* Rebuildable motor design with removable shielded sensor harness, rotor, sensor assembly, wound stator, bearing, bearing cap, hardware, sleeve and both end bells
* Nickel-plated, sintered Neodymium rotor with a 0.125" pinion shaft that accepts all existing pinion gears

New NOSRAM Speedos

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:44:06 PDT

NOSRAM Pearl Evolution "Version 2" Brushless ESC

Double winner of the IFMAR 1/12 World Championship 2010! The best of brushless speed control technology for your racing!

Are you ready for the speed force?
The superior brushless technology is reloaded and conquers the market by storm with the all new NOSRAM Pearl version 2 speedos. The forefront NOSRAM brushless system features the maximum of power, perfect setup functions, smallest size and an unequalled controllability. The NOSRAM Pearl speedos combine the experience of European and World Champions to make them the must have speed controls!

The reincarnation of the first ever brushless World Champion speed control!
The new generation of the Pearl Evolution is the high-performer of today’s brushless technology. Highest flexibility by individualized settings and a revolutionary SuperBEC featuring constant 6V/3A output with 3-7.4V voltage guarantee unbeatable on-track performance! And with the usb software updates available at www.NOSRAM.com the Pearl Evolution version 2 will be the top competition speed control in the future as well.

And additional to all new specs and features our designers and engineers made it possible that NOSRAM is able to offer this new speedo for a lower price than the version 1 speedo. Just check out the new price at your local hobby shop or directly contact your national distributor for more information. But we are sure: you will love it!

Features:
• dual xps.mod software: independent adjustment of "feel" and "boost" for maximum flexibility for all classes and motors
• usb software updateability: benefit from all the latest performance improvements and updates available at www.NOSRAM.com
• superBEC: a true BEC revolution! constant 6V/3A output with 3.0V to 7.4V batteries. No receiver battery with 1S LiPo needed
• smart-temp-readout-system 3: allows you to read out the maximum internal temperature for each, the speedo and motor
• smartCell system 2 (3.0V to 7.4V input voltage): fully adjustable cut off system for all types of cells
• extra small size: 30.5x34mm for easy installation in all cars
• full contact cooling: revolutionary full contact cooling technology for lowest running temperature

2. NOSRAM Pearl Evolution ISTC "Version 2" Brushless ESC

IFMAR 1/10 TC Vice World Champion 2010! The best of brushless speed control technology for your racing!

Are you ready for the speed force?
The superior brushless technology is reloaded and conquers the market by storm with the all new NOSRAM Pearl version 2 speedos. The forefront NOSRAM brushless system features the maximum of power, perfect setup functions, smallest size and an unequalled controllability. The NOSRAM Pearl speedos combine the experience of European and World Champions to make them the must have speed controls!

Touring car drivers take care: the Pearl Evolution ISTC version 2 represents the peak of today’s brushless speed controls for touring cars. Every feature ran through an evolution process: the xps.mod software stands for maximum flexibility, the smart-temp-read-out-system 3 has been optimized, the constant output of the superBEC is revolutionary and many more. With there features, the NOSRAM Pearl Evolution ISTC is the perfectly tailored speed control for the demands of today’s touring car racing. Cooling fan included.

And additional to all new specs and features our designers and engineers made it possible that NOSRAM is able to offer this new speedo for a lower price than the version 1 speedo. Just check out the new price at your local hobby shop or directly contact your national distributor for more information. But we are sure: you will love it!

Features:
• dual xps.mod software: independent adjustment of "feel" and "boost" for maximum flexibility for all classes and motors
• usb software updateability: benefit from all the latest performance improvements and updates available at www.NOSRAM.com
• superBEC: a true BEC revolution! constant 6V/3A output with 3.0V to 7.4V batteries. No receiver battery with 1S LiPo needed
• smart-temp-readout-system 3: allows you to read out the maximum internal temperature for each, the speedo and motor
• smartCell system 2 (3.0V to 7.4V input voltage): fully adjustable cut off system for all types of cells
• extra small size: 30.5x34mm for easy installation in all cars
• full contact cooling: revolutionary full contact cooling technology for lowest running temperature

New HongNor product

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:23:52 PDT

New aluminium chassis brace for SCRT10

Pro-Line race report

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Raphael Robert) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:36:46 PDT

5th round of the BOT (Belgium Open Trophy)

This past weekend (Jul. 24th-25th) took place the 5th Round of the BOT “Belgium Open Trophy” Series. The track was very large and rutted. Lap times were 42 seconds for the fast drivers. I TQ’d 1st and 2nd qualifying rounds with a best lap for the weekend of 41.763 sec. My 3rd qualifying round I used as a test for the final. At the finale, I passed the finish line with 0.5 sec in advance over second! This weekend was very good with TQ and the final victory.

Thank you with my sponsors : Hong Nor – Sidewinder – Werks Racing – Savox – Castle Creations – Pro-Line Racing

Round 4 of the NRS 'Northern Regional Series'

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 05:57:56 PDT

Round 4 'NRS' NNRC 11/7/2010 Mark Redmond & Losi / Alpha Take the win.

Round 4 of the NRS 'Northern Regional Series' was held at the fantastic NNRC track. The track was bone dry and high grip, but there was a strong cross wind that was causing havoc with the cars trying to jump the double double at the far side of the track, if you could do the double double, it would knock a second and a half off your lap times! Colin Brennan got used to the conditions the best in RD1 and took TQ with a very respectable time of 7laps 5m09.677 .

Round 2, and Mark Redmond pulled out an almost perfect run, doing the double double every lap, and setting the fastest time of the day that no one would get near for the rest of the day, doing 7Laps 5m03.428 .

Round 3, This time Pete Watt had a good steady run and took the round win with 7Laps 5m09.898 followed up by Mark Redmond and Collin Brennan. Mark Redmond took over all pole position.

The final, and this was set to be quite an event for the TQ man, after getting off to a good start, Mark Redmond rolled his car on the opening lap, going from 1st to last. Bruce Thompson was leading the final up to the half way point, but by this time the fast chasing Losi / Alpha car of Mark Redmond had worked his way through the field and was up in to second. Mark got passed Bruce on the double double, and from that point on drove a clean steady race to take the win. Pete Watt drove a great final to finish second, and Bruce Thompson 3rd.

It was a great result for the ‘Horizon UK / Team Alpha / Radio Racers’ Driver, Mark Redmond.

1 - Mark Redmond 27 20m28.820 Losi 2.0 EU / Alpha

2 - Pete Watt 27 20m31.184 Serpent 811 / RB

3 - Bruce Thompson 26 20m27.195 Hot Bodies D8

4 - Dave Grunhill 26 20m36.583 Hot Bodies D8

5 - Stuart Mahon 26 20m47.558 Losi 2.0 EU / Alpha

6 - Neil Burdess 25 19m32.013 Losi 2.0 EU / OS

7- Shaun Reeve 25 20m00.961 Hobao Hyper 9 / Alpha

8 - Chris Clarke 25 20m14.535

9 - Oliver Evans 25 20m32.984 Losi 2.0 EU / OS

10 - Jonathan Clark 24 20m45.797

11 - Colin Brennan 16 13m09.829 Losi 2.0 EU / OS

12 - Martin Pearson 4 3m22.621

Review of the AGAMA A8 Evo / Part 3

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 04:00:00 PDT

We have started another review of a radio controlled racing car.

This time we have a review of the AGAMA A8 Evo

You can find part 3 of the review here

CORE RC Polybutler Pit Box - It's back

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 03:24:19 PDT

The legendary Polybutler Pit Box is back!! Now from CORE RC.

There can't be many racers alive that have not seen or owned one of these magic pit boxes. The tough plastic tool box is robust and strong, with enough space to carry most RC tools, motors, batteries, spare parts etc etc.

8 Draws in 2 different sizes, with lockable clasp and cool CORE RC branding decal.

Available with Black outer and dark grey draws.

XRAY race report

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:25:37 PDT

XB808 Wins UK SRS Series R4

Final results
1. Brennan Ralls XRAY XB808
2. Mark Tatman
3. Mark Stiles
4. Oli O'Connor XRAY XB808
5. Mark Tarrier
6. Nick Hill
7. Darren Hayden-ball
8. Pete Stevens
9. Karl Jackson
10. Steve Johnson

You can find the full report here

SH Engines Semi-Pre-painted Body Shells

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:11:19 PDT

SH Engines Semi-Pre-painted Body Shells

Semi-Pre-painted Body Shell / 1.0mm thickness

It can be painted by personal favour.

Make your own style with a unique looking that is a fast and convenient way to do by yourself.

New HIRO SEIKO-Aluminum Steering Wheel

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:06:12 PDT

new from HIRO SEIKO are these 6-Spoke and Solar. Customers can have more wide range of types to choose.

Now Hiro Seiko have eight types of Aluminum Steering Wheel.

From left to right:
5-Spoke, 18-Spoke, Y-Type, 6-Spoke, Solar, 10-Spoke, 20-Spoke, 8-Spoke

New from HIRO SEIKO are these 6-Spoke and Solar.

Team Durango shock build guide

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:33:43 PDT

Team Durango shock build guide

In this guide we show you how to build the Team Durango shocks that feature on both the DEX410 and the DEX410R models. These shocks are available seperately as part numbers TD230010 – 1/10 Electric Shock Absorber Set: Front and TD230011 – 1/10 Electric Shock Absorber Set: Rear.

A well built set of shocks will ensure consistent handling and reliable performance. Here we show you how we recommend building your shocks to ensure consistency and repeatability when buiding your shocks.

Assemble the piston on the shock shaft. The first step is to place the small washer on to the shaft.

You can find the full guide here

CML race report

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:27:15 PDT

Fastrax Summer Series - R2

CML's Iain McCallum reports back from the Fastrax Summer Series. Held at the UK's most fun focused racing club, the SNRC.

Round two, held at the excellent Stoke Nitro Club and run by Jared, Mick and the crew, was upon us once again. The weather man had predicted heavy rain at intervals so I didn’t hold out much hope of a dry day! My suspicions were confirmed as I poked my head out of the window on very murky Saturday morning with the sky covered in thick black cloud. Slightly downcast I set off for the track with full rain gear in tow.

When I arrived however there were traces of blue sky and by ten in the morning the sky was clear with the sun burning everything and everyone in sight. Fully clothed I was now in for a warm one. Thank you Mr weather man.

Buggy

Lots of good drivers in this class today so I was anticipating a close race and was not disappointed. Round one went to Dennis Holding with an impressive first round time of eight in 318 followed by Mark Redmond, just three seconds behind Dennis, and Steve Webbs and Adrian Dean a further second behind Mark. The top five in round one separated by just ten seconds.

Round two saw a change to the order with national 'A' final winner Simon Willets taking top spot and beating Dennis’s time by one second. Dennis stayed in 2nd and Mark 3rd, both with no improvement. Adrian did improve his time but not his position with Scott Francis taking fifth spot from Shaun Reeve’s impressive HoBao Hyper9.

Round three again saw Simon improve, stretching his lead to three seconds from Dennis who was still holding 2nd place with his round one time. This round saw all but Dennis in the top five improve but with no movement in position.

Qualifying finished with the top six split by just fifteen seconds. After a restarted 'A' main due to cars jumping the all off, Simon was the first over the line with Jason Fowler coming over next from 6th on the grid, Mark was 3rd with Dennis in 4th. An impressive second lap saw Mark up to 2nd, Dennis 3rd, and Scott down to 4th.

This remained the order of things until two laps after the first eight minute fuel stop where a coming together on the back straight between Dennis and Mark saw the unfortunate Mr Redmond's car upturned and Dennis nick 2nd spot. Mark seemed to loose his head for a couple of laps allowing Dennis to open a gap but by the second stop in the twenty minute final he had calmed down and set about catching Dennis.

Meanwhile, Simon was driving a very constant and fast final showing us all how it should be done; very tight lines, lots of corner speed, and most importantly NO mistakes! Simon won the final having never really been threatened, victorious by one clear lap. The race for 2nd went down to the last lap with Dennis taking the spot with just eight seconds to spare. Scott Francis drove an awesome race to come in 4th from sixth on the grid.

A special mention goes out to Ashley Haynes who had a nightmare qualifying but managed to win both the 'D' and 'C' finals with 'A' qualifying times before car trouble stopped his progress. Bump up finals are the way to go in all classes of car racing me thinks, look listen and action BRCA.

Truggy

This class was sadly depleted as the national truggy event was on the same weekend leaving only nine to race in the class.

Round one went to Kev Mac just four seconds off an eight lapper with Stuart McKellar in 2nd and Karl Lucas in 3rd. Round two saw Stewart Quinn take top spot with eight laps, Graham Grice moving up to 2nd with Kev’s first round time holding 3rd spot. The third and final round saw some movement from Carl Dixon who finally got his act together to take the 2nd spot from Graham and missing Stewart's TQ time by just four hundredths of a second. A close final in prospect there then.

The Final started cleanly with all cars getting away well and 2nd spot man Carl the first to show from Stewart Quinn and Graham taking 3rd. The top three fought it out for twenty three laps with some of the closest racing I have ever seen. Carl and Stewart swopping the lead several times with just point nine of a second between them for most of the twenty three laps until disaster stuck and Stewart had 'radio interference' on his 2.4ghz and his car just stopped! He managed to reset the receiver and get back out there but the damage was done and he could only manage 4th place. Carl won with ease by a clear three laps with Graham a good steady 2nd and another Karl, Lucas this time, in 3rd.

Well done to all concerned and a big thanks again to Jared and the crew for another well run efficient meeting. Next round on the eighth of August. You can book in on the CML web site or the Stoke Nitro home page. Lots of fun and good clean racing for the most part is experienced give it a go. Go on you know you want to…

New option Parts for X4 and Blizzard

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:46:23 PDT

New option Parts for X4 and Blizzard are now in stock.

LRP Pulsar Touch Competition Charger

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:52:03 PDT

Pulsar Touch Competition Charger

With multiple R/C press awards and in use by multiple World Champions, the Pulsar line of chargers is the first choice of many of the world’s best R/C drivers. Never one to think that the best is good enough, LRP is proud to announce the next generation in this successful line: the Pulsar Touch Competition.

The Pulsar Touch Competition shines with its revolutionary features including a special touch screen with graphic user interface and high-quality components. An integrated high-performance LiPo/LiFePo balancer detects differences in the cells and automatically starts balancing, resulting in longer lifetime and even better performance of the cells.

CHARGE LiPo, LiFePo, NiMH, NiCd
• Adjustable fast charge from 0.1 to 12.0A:
1-4 cells LiPo/LiFePo with automatic (LiPo/LiFePo) cut-off 1-8 cells (NiMH/NiCd) with adjustable Delta-Peak detection, linear or optional 5-step charge mode. (Charges with variable current steps.)
• Autostart-Timer for maximum comfort.
• Storage Mode: The battery is charged/discharged automatically for longest cell lifetime.

CYCLE LiPo, LiFePo, NiMH, NiCd
• Automatic Cycling Mode for excellent conditioning of your batteries.

DISCHARGE LiPo, LiFePo, NiMH, NiCd
• Adjustable high-power discharge current (up to 20.0A) and cut-off voltage to perfectly match your batteries.

FEATURES:
• Touch-screen graphics display, blue backlit.
• Integrated LiPo/LiFePo balancer.
• Brushless motor sensor port for sensor check and RPM measurement.
• Receiver simulator port for function check of speed controls and servos.
• Fully Adjustable. Intuitive program structure with graphical user interface, allows precise adjustment of all parameters.
• User Profile Memory: 5 factory pre-set profiles which can be customized, re-named and saved in memory.
• USB connection (wire included): for data download to PC and firmware update.
• Microprocessor controlled: Fully adjustable for perfect operation, maximum performance and highest safety.
• Multi Protection System: protection against output reverse polarity, short circuit, input voltage error and over charge.
• Voltage calibration for maximum accuracy.
• DC Input 11-15V.

PSM carbon shock tower for the Tamiya TRF 801X

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 06:57:15 PDT

New PSM carbon shock tower for the Tamiya TRF 801X

OFNA race report

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 06:48:22 PDT

Chad Bradley win the Tuesday Night Nationals

Reported by Chad Bradley - Tuesday Night Nationals at Hot Rod Hobbies: Chad Bradley and Jeremy Kortz were on hand Tuesday night to battle it out in the 4wd Short Course class at Hot Rod Hobbies in Santa Clarita CA. In round 1 of qualifying Jeremy Kortz lead out with the Hyper 10sc till the very last lap, Chad driving the Jammin SCRT 10 was able to get around Jeremy on the final lap to secure the top qualifying position after one round of qualifying. In round two Chad was able to better his round one time by a few seconds and take the overall TQ. The first lap of the main event was a little messy, a mistake by Chad and Jeremy caused some congestion with the up front drivers, however after the first lap Chad was able to settle in the lead and take the win, Robert Ibon finished second, both driving the SCRT-10.

Pos. Driver Short Course
1st/TQ Chad Bradley SCRT 10
2nd Robert Ibon SCRT10

X-Factory SCX – 60 IS ROAR LEGAL

Volker@Buggy-Sport.Info (Volker Gerdes) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 22:04:09 PDT

X-Factory SCX – 60 IS ROAR LEGAL

X Factory has received an E-mail from the R.O.A.R. Technical Director which states that the SCX – 60 Conversion Kit is now legal for all classes of R.O.A.R. competition. This includes the stock and sportsman classes and includes the up-coming National Championship in Joliet, Ill.

This ruling follows logically from the 2004 ruling which allowed the original X – 5 Conversion Kit. The SCX – 60 Conversion Kit is available now from the X Factory web site and is being shipped to stores all over the U.S.