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February 4, 2013

µ-Pro Photon EX suspension mount set

New from µ-Pro Racing Products are these optional in-board suspension mounts for the T.O.P. Racing Photon EX. This suspension mount set fulfills the demand of the drivers who prefer the traditional in-board suspension mounts over the Photon EX hanging suspension mounts. The set contains everything in the picture above plus there are also other mounts with different widths that are available to be purchased individually. The combination of these mounts yield different front and rear toe angles and tread widths.

Source: µ-Pro [top-racing.jp]

February 3, 2013

Grid RC drop-down adapter for MT4

Grid RC have released this CNC machined steering wheel drop-down adapter for the Sanwa MT4 radio that brings the steering wheel directly in-line with the throttle trigger. The Grid RC drop down is milled so that it matches the styling of the MT4 and takes only minutes to install. Once installed, the racer will benefit from a more relaxed and comfortable hand position.

Source: Grid RC [gridrc.com]

February 2, 2013

Hupo Honigl joins Dualsky

Multiple European Champion Hupo Honigl has signed a multi year deal to run for Dualsky. The Austrian Durango driver will use the company’s range of speedos and motors to power his buggies and 1/12th scale vehicles. Expect to see Hupo running the new electronics at all major events this year including the Worlds, Euros, EOS and other selected events. He had this to say about the deal:

During the winter I did a lot of private tests with different electronics and very fast it became clear that Dualsky performed the best. The motor and speedo have amazing power but also amazingly smooth feel, while the brakes are just perfect. I would like to say thank you to Chasel from Dualsky for giving me the opportunity to run for this new company. Also I’m happy that Roega Technik will distribute their Track & Field products in Germany and Hoeco HandelsGesmbH in Austria.

Source: Dualsky [dualsky.com]

February 1, 2013

Protoform Gen3-D body shell

The Gen3-D is Protoform’s latest offering for the RC oval racer and enthusiast. The NASCAR Nationwide Series has developed a car that is totally unique, with the nose and grill area reflecting more detail and brand identity than in previous years. The Protoform Gen 3-D even shares the “kicked-up” rear quarter panels seen on the 1:1 racers, increasing downforce without the penalty of an oversized spoiler. It also features an add-on blade spoiler and a double step splitter/spoiler on the front valance. The left side still features a bumped out area for added battery clearance and left side weight bias and the rear window/trunk rail has been enlarged just like the 1:1 racer. The “Gen3-D” is produced with the best in quality .030 polycarbonate. It’s equipped with spoiler mounting hardware, protective film, window masks and a decal sheet. This body will also fit most popular 200mm sedan chassis.

View more images of the body here

February 1, 2013

DE Borrego SC wheel for Durango trucks

DE Racing have introduced a Borrego SC wheel for use on both the Team Durango DESC210 and DESC410 short course trucks. Modeled after their 1/10 buggy line, these wheels feature the realistic scale appearance of a beadlock wheel with mud cover, and can be used with their optional sticker disks to give a new level of color customizing. They have been offset +2.5mm from a stock Durango wheel and this added 5mm track width and modified steering scrub radius make the car more predictable and easy to drive. Available in black, silver, white & yellow.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]

February 1, 2013

Adrian Berntsen re-signs to Xray for 2013

Xray have announced that the European Junior champion Adrian Berntsen will race the 2013 season with the Xray team. Adrian has started the 2013 season with a big style with TQ and win at the DHI Cup. He had this to say about the deal:

I’m really happy to re-sign my contract with Xray and continue to use Xray high-quality products throughout the next seasons. After coming back to Xray, I’ve achieved my best international results ever, by ending 5th at ETS Germany 2012, 3rd at Charity Race 2012 and taking my first ever international win at DHI-Cup 2013. I can’t wait to continue cooperate with the best R&D team throughout the next seasons and hopefully achieve many more nice results.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 31, 2013

EFRA seeking handout tire supplier

EFRA releases 2012 race calendar

EFRA have been in contact to help them in their search for a handout tire supplier for this year’s 1/8th onroad European A & B Championships. A new rule that has been introduced to combat the use of additive, EFRA have outlined all the details in relation to the supply of tires below. If you run a tire company and are interested you can contact EFRA directly.

View the full EFRA letter here

January 31, 2013

Meen Vejrak joins Team Yokomo

Yokomo have announced that they have inked a deal with current IFMAR 1/10th 200mm World Champion Meen Vejrak to race their onroad and offroad electric cars. The Thai driver, who also won last year’s TITC race, will join the current factory team of Ronald Volker, Yannic Prumper and Naoto Matsukura and will make his international onroad debut at the TITC in a few weeks. The 27 year old will also make his ETS debut the week after the TITC, traveling to Gran Canaria for the season’s 3rd stop at the beginning of March.

Click here to see what Meen had to say about the deal