New Lightning Buggy/Truggy

[squeeforever]

Hey guys. Lately I've noticed that some of you are relunctant to buy a LSP because of the buzz about there being a new truggy, etc. Well, I found some info. Hotbodies has designed a new 1/8th scale buggy. Personally, I think the LSP will be pretty similar in changes. The current Lightning 2 can be easily upgraded to match the new EVO version, so I would think the same if HB has a new LSP up their sleeve, but who knows? Maybe maybe there will be a pretty big change like the buggy. So, yes, its possible for a Lightning Stadium 2, but who knows...Anywho, heres the specs of the new Lightning 2 Pro EVO:

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For extra tuning potential, the front shock tower now has 10 shock mounting holes instead of 6, and the rear shock tower has 13 mounting holes, up from just 8! You definitely won't be struggling for adjustment possibilities!

Increasing durability is always at the front of anyone's mind when racing a rallycross buggy â€" the Lightning 2 Pro EVO features completely new suspension blocks front and rear, plus new inner and outer suspension shafts! The new shafts also feature a ‘no e-clip' design for easier maintenance and extra peace of mind when you're out on the track. In addition to all this, the rear uprights will be machined from solid aluminium instead of being an optional upgrade. With 3 camber link positions instead of 2, you get even more tuning options as well!

Finally, the new Lightning 2 Pro EVO features a heatsink engine mount for increased engine cooling, performance and runtime.

As before, the kit features a pre-built chassis, with no electronics or engine included. A clear body with decal sheet is included, as is a tough racing wing.

Hot Bodies is committed to always improving its complete line of racing kits. We hope that you agree the Lightning 2 Pro EVO will be a serious contender in the battle to be the best rallycross racer available!

#66782 - Hot Bodies Lightning 2 Pro EVO - Championship potential right out of the box!

Shown in the pictures is Andy Moore's prototype Lighting 2 Pro EVO buggy, which he used to finish in the Semi-Finals at the 2006 Neo Buggy Race last December. Quite an impressive finish for a touring car racer that had never seriously raced at a rallycross event!

New Features:
- Clear Body and Decal
- No Radio or Engine included
- Main Chassis made from hard anodized gray aluminium, app. 35g lighter
- Carbon Graphite Radio Plate
- Front Shock Tower with 10 shock mounting positions for more set up options
- Rear Shock Tower with 13 shock mounting positions and 8 upper arm positions for more set up options

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So basically the changes are CF servo tray, CF diff plate, new shock towers, no e-clips, aluminum rear suspension holder, (my favorite) purple aluminum rear hubs, and a new chassis. The chassis is actually a Team Naga chassis, so...

Oh, heres the link.

Oh, and by the way, if any of you are interested, there also about to release a 1/10th scale electric 4wd buggy as well as the Lightning 2 Pro EVO.

[jnev]

Very cool. I am particularly waiting for the new LSP though, since I already have a 1/8 buggy.

I wonder if new kits come pre-scuffed like the phoot of the bottom of the chassis...

[squeeforever]

Not sure. I'm guess the same would go for the shock towers. :p