Team Associated TC4 Club Racer kit
Team Associated release the TC4 Club Racer kit. The 1/10 scale touring car comes as pre-assembled race roller, features a 4WD shaft-driven drive train, 22 precision ball bearings, rear ball differential with lightweight outdrives, front spool, lightweight CVD drive shafts and lightweight oil-filled shock absorbers. Also included are a machined aluminium motor mount and lightweight front bumper. The car is ideal for VTA classes and as spec touring car for club racing purposes. Not included are wheels, tyres and a 190mm body shell.
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Thursday, March 8, 2012
JConcepts MP9 & RC8.2 Finnisher bodies
Expanding their body range, JConcepts have introduced the MP9 and RC8.2 Finnisher shells. Increased windshield angle provides a steady force upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps while the forward cab placement changes performance / visible bias which helps steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have a strong and chiseled look, including a recessed area in the rear which allows another option for air-escape. The chassis side-guard to body fit has been tightened up which helps eliminate large empty voids that contribute to mid-flight directional changes. The area behind the cab has been greatly lowered exposing more of the engine heat-sink allowing more heat-escape while the V-stepped feature which is a highlighted styling cue of the Finnisher buggy bodies has been incorporated toward the rear and allows an additional area that can be trimmed to allow air-flow through the body.
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Monday, March 5, 2012
Bitty Design 8.2 Force body shell
Bitty Design have released their 8.2 Force body shell for the Associated RC8.2. Different from their other cab forward they focussed on making a good looking shell that fits the chassis well and makes the car easy to drive. Their tests revealed a balanced body which give better feeling while driving, the lap times are not better but the handling was more consistent in long runs. The body is sold complete with windows masks, decal and protective film and has been produced with high quality 1mm Lexan.
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Monday, March 5, 2012
Reedy optional 13mm rotor & flat sensor wires
Reedy have released new option parts for their Sonic 540 brushless motors in the form of a 13mm rotor and universal flat sensor wires. The 13.0 x 25.3 (5.0) rotor sports a larger diameter that increases motor torque for applications such as 4WD buggies and touring cars. It is a direct replacement for the stock part. Also available are new flat sensor wires of 70mm, 110mm, 150mm, 200mm and 270mm length. They look better than the standard rubber shielded wires and allow for an extremely clean look.
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Saturday, March 3, 2012
Josh Alton joins Team Associated
Team Associated is proud to welcome Josh Alton as senior design engineer to their staff. An accomplished RC racer with over eight years of engineering and design experience, Josh is the perfect fit for AE’s expanding engineering department. This is what Josh has to say about the time ahead:
It is an exciting opportunity for me to be able to join a company who has been an industry leader for the past 45 years, and is responsible for some of the most iconic RC vehicles ever made. I look forward to designing products that play a role in the continued growth of Team Associated.
Source: Associated [rc10.com]
Monday, February 27, 2012
Pro-Line 2012 Bulldog for B44.1
This is a BullDog Clear Body for the Team Associated B44.1 Buggy. For 2012, Ryan Cavalieri has improved upon the design and developed the most advanced body yet, the 2012 BullDog body. Ryan took great care in refining the design for 2012 to create even more stability with enhanced steering to gain an advantage on the track. The windshield is steeper to create more down force over the front wheels and the roof ridges have been raised to channel the air flow over the middle of the body for increased high-speed stability. The rear of the roof has been lowered and fins have been added to achieve stable air flow over the body and the fins also add rigidity to the body to increase aerodynamic efficiency.
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Saturday, February 18, 2012
Mike McMahon joins Associated Electrics
Some industry news with Associated Electrics Inc. announcing the addition of Mike McMahon to their Design/Marketing team. His impressive resumé is packed with over 10 years of RC Graphic Design experience, including 6 years as the Art Director for Xtreme RC Cars magazine, along with working as a freelance designer for a number of industry clients. In addition to his Graphic Design skills, Mike was also an accomplished National-level racer with over 20 years of general RC knowledge. He is sure to make an immediate impact in the continued growth of our Associated, Reedy and LRP brands.
Source: Associated [teamassociated.com]
Friday, February 17, 2012
Toy Fair 2012 – Various
Pro-Line are present at the Hoeco stand and have on display their new Bulldog body shells for the Durango DEX210 and DEX410. Used by factory driver Hupo Honigl at the recent Reedy Invitational race, the cab forward design offers racers a stylish and high performance new body option for both cars. Also seen on the Hoeco stand is the Volksmotor that we wrote about last week, a 9 port Novarossi on road .21 engine with a sub 200 euro price.
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Friday, February 3, 2012
Associated XP SC700-BL & SC1200-BL ESCs
Team Associated’s XP SC700-BL and SC1200-BL brushless ESCs are now available. Both models are available as a stand-alone unit or in combination with a powerful Reedy 540-SL/550-SL brushless motor. XP Brushless ESCs are water-resistant for maximum durability. Their light weight and compact design allows for easy installation in most 1:10 vehicles. Simple calibration and a wide variety of tuning options make these ESCs perfect for both casual enthusiasts and racers. When paired with a Reedy 540-SL/550-SL brushless motor, you create a potent combination of power and efficiency that brings performance to a new level. More power and less maintenance, elevate the fun factor by increasing top speeds and reducing down time.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
