Red RC

September 3, 2018

Belgian Electric On-road Nationals Rd5 – Report

The 5th of the 7 rounds of the Belgian FBA nationals for 1/10 electric cars was held over the weekend of September 1st at the MRCZ track in Zwevegem. This temporary and technical track is laid out on an very smooth asphalt track. The club did their upmost to get the grip levels up from Saturday onwards. Their efforts provided sufficient grip for the races, which were held on Sunday. As always, the racers could choose from 4 different classes, Touring modified, touring stock (the biggest class), touring rookie and F1. F1 has currently a dip in popularity and only 3 racers attended the race in this class.

Continue reading the report here

September 3, 2018

X-Grip spray paint for polycarbonate bodies

The X-Grip brand now offers another alternative for your painting needs with the release of their own line of spray paint. Coming in cans of 150 ml, this lexan spray is of the highest quality and is available currently in the seven most popular colours on the market.

Source: Mikimodel [mikimodel.net]

September 3, 2018

Andreas Myrberg joins Ruddog Distribution

Former touring car front runner, and some time Red RC contributor, Andreas Myrberg has been announced as international sales manager at German based distributor Ruddog Distribution. Andreas take on the role of international sales manager for their Ruddog Products and Revolution Design Racing Products brands and will bring his extensive experience into product development for those marks. Andrea’s AME brand will also continue under the Ruddog portfolio and alongside taking care of their national Team Associated onroad team, the Swede will continue as Bittydesign Europe and ORCA team manager.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]

September 3, 2018

T-Works MBX8 & MP9 diff cross pins

T-Works have introduced these new diff cross pins for the Mugen MBX8 and the Kyosho MP9. Made from hard coated 7075-T6 Aluminium, the pins help reduce rotational mass, and come in a set of 6 to replace the pins in all 3 gear diffs.

View the MP9 pins here

September 1, 2018

Teamsaxo F1-180 V3 adjustable steering block set

Introducing the latest addition to Teamsaxo’s line of products for the F1-180 V3, this adjustable steering block set. The set provides three options to adjust Ackerman angles for different handling characteristics. The Ackerman plates are made from carbon fibre while the lower servo saver arm comes in aluminium making it strong and durable.

Source: Teamsaxo [saxoracing.com]

September 1, 2018

Arrowmax Dash TLAB Mode standard combo kit

Arrowmax have introduced their Dash TLAB Mode Standard Combo Kit (RED) for the Dash AI Pro and upcoming Dash AI LCG esc. With this new function you are able to give access to the outlaw boost and turbo within the popular Stock “Blinky” class racing. Starting out with just a regular “Blinky” class esc, drivers are given a pre-set time limit were they are able to use the Boost and turbo function, just like Modified, within that pre-set time limit. The Dash ESC will have an added feature that can be activated by the 3rd channel on the radio. After the time limit has expired the ESC will return to the “Blinky” mode just like any regular speed control.

View a photo of the kit here

August 31, 2018

Tekno RC Traktion Drive kit

Tekno RC have reintroduced their Trakton Drive. This system gives your electric vehicle a ‘nitro feel’ and improves consistency by reducing the instant acceleration of modern electric systems. Employing a special clutch shoe and spring design to engage the shoes in the clutch bell, it’s engaged at zero RPM and has no lag but still provides some ‘give’ on hard acceleration or impacts. It’s extremely helpful on loose or rough tracks as it will smooth the power delivery as the vehicle traverses through bumps. If you’re a nitro and electric racer, this system will make transitioning between the two vehicles easier as your electric vehicle will feel more like a nitro.

Source: Tekno RC [teknorc.com]

August 31, 2018

Infinity IF18 bumper spacer set

In order to optimise performance for all track conditions, Infinity has released a new bumper spacer set for their IF18 1:8 onroad chassis. The set is inserted under the front bumper to adjust body height where needed, in particular when running on bumpy race tracks. Offering a smoother driving feel, the kit also includes M4 aluminium nylon nuts & M4x12mm titanium flat head screws.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]