July 18, 2012

JConcepts Finnisher for Xray XB9

Further expanding their line of Finnisher bodies, JConcepts have made their popular body shell available for the Xray XB9. 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.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


July 17, 2012

Zeppin TC6.1 caster blocks & MTX5 pulley

Some new items from Zeppin Racing who have released these 7075 aluminium 4.5deg (L+R) caster blocks for the Associated TC6.1 which have an enlarged opening in the centre. The new design is to avoid the double joint dogbones touching the caster blocks when turning at a full angle. To also improve smoothness there is an additional Delrin insert for the hinge pin. Zeppin have also produced a 26T pulley for the Mugen MTX5, which is made of hard coated high quality 7075 aluminum. It has been lightened for minimizing weight.

View the MTX5 pulley here


July 17, 2012

Lamberto Collari wins Rd2 of Italian 1/8th series

Round 2 of the Italian 1/8th scale on road National Championships were held in Bologna recently where the temperature touched 40 degrees with the track close to 67 degrees. The temperatures were prohibitive for both engines and the cars themselves but it was a useful test ahead of the European Championships which are held this year in Portugal, where temperatures will be even higher. Pole position went to Andrea Pirani followed closely by Lamberto Collari in 2nd with Dario Balestri and Carmine Raiola completing the top 4 direct finalists. The final started with Pirani in the lead followed by Collari but after about 8 minutes Collari was already in the lead with about an 8 seconds advantage ahead of Raiola. The 9 times World champion was steady in his performance and after about 20 minutes had a 2 laps lead. During the final mechanical and engine problems, due to hot weather, plagued other competitors but not Collari with his Novarossi powered Capricorn and at the end of 45 minutes won by 3 laps ahead of Alberto Tedeschi in 2nd with Walter Salemi completing the podium in 3rd.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]


July 17, 2012

Serpent Cobra diff internal gear-sets & tire bands

Serpent have released a new internal gear-set that fits all Serpent Cobra gear differentials. An improved gearmesh / tooth-shape creates an even smoother diff-action than before and testing so far has showed that when using the new gears you need to use at least 2000 cst heavier oil than before. This will make the diffs run more consistent, also during those long finals. Serpent have also released these strong orange tire bands for gluing of 1/8 buggy and truggy tires. Strong, durable, flexible rubber bands, with strong tabs for extra grip they come in a pack of 4.

View the tire bands here


July 17, 2012

Ride Subaru WRX STi 190mm shell

Ride have released their Subaru WRX STi “4 Doors” 1/10 Touring Car body shell for touring car. This body shell is officially licensed by Fuji Heavy Industries and is available in both lightweight and regular weight. A good all rounder, it will fit most driving style, most track conditions and most TC applications, modified through to Super Stock. Comes with a high downforce wing, a pair of side dams, attachment bolt set and specific Subaru WRX decal sheets, plus window & door trims making painting easy. Homologation is under process.

Source: Ride [rc-ride.co.jp]


July 17, 2012

Novak Ballistic Spec high-RPM motor/stator

Novak is pleased to bring Spec racers a new weapon for their racing battlefield the Ballistic Spec High-RPM Brushless Motor (17.5T). The Ballistic High RPM motor features a higher Kv stator wound with Novak’s low-resistance red wire for faster speeds and vented end bells for cooler operation. This stator can be bought separately and can also be installed in any Ballistic 540 brushless motor.

Source: Novak [teamnovak.com]


July 17, 2012

Xceed XCE-3000 & 3100 servos

Xceed new range of Pro servos for onroad and offroad meet the highest demands in rc car racing, for speed, torque, materials used and pure performance. Intensive testing has been carried out in offroad on astro-turf, rocky and muddy conditions, in 1/10 on and offroad under race-conditions, and in 1/8 onroad in the fastest class of all on high bite tracks as well. These servo’s can withstand the rigors of high speed racing, and will make you finish races over and over again. Light, yet strong, anodized aluminium cases complete the overall superb looks.

View more details here


July 17, 2012

Chinese manufacturer Shootout report

Last week in Hong Kong, Gen Ace, Team C, Sky RC & Tenshock Motor Hosted a Chinese manufacturer Shootout in the newest indoor facilities called Lali Warehouse. This world class indoor RC track has state of the art facilities such as water sprinkler built into the ceiling, AC room for the pits and a VIP rest area. Lali Warehouse has only been open for 2 months and so this race was considered the grand opening race for them. Many drivers came from mainland China & Taiwan also made the trip to attend this race. Due to the popular 1/8th E- Buggy & 1/10 4×4 Short Course classes, the Event only focussed on these 2. With a total of just about 90 entries in only 2 classes it this one of the biggest off road races in Hong Kong since the early 90s.

Continue reading the report here