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May 18, 2011

Denney, Kinwald & Theyer take Battle in the Desert Rd1

The Battle in the Desert series kicked off round 1 at SRS Raceway in Scottsdale, AZ. In the 2wd modified class Tanner Denney sat on the TQ position with Jake “Jackie” Thayer 2nd and Brian Kinwald 3rd. As the main kicked off it was Denney taking advantage of a great start and placing his JConcepts equipped B4.1 out front. Kinwald moved into second and within striking distance but Tanner put in a complete race and crossed the finish taking a well deserved win. Dirtinator himself, Brian Kinwald finished 2nd and Billy Fischer 3rd making it a top 3 sweep for JConcepts, Punisher, Double Dees and Groovy products. Moving into modified truck, Brian Kinwald looked amazing as his JConcepts equipped, ICON powered T4.1 tackled the technical SRS track with a TQ run in qualifying. In the main “Dirt” was gone and off into the Sunset for a Modified Truck victory. JConcepts Punisher body and Double Dees tires finished off the winning ride. Last but not least, Jake Thayer put on a clinic in the 4wd modified class. Jakes favorite vehicle was on rails all day and performed flawlessly by taking the TQ and win in the competitive class. Jake’s 4wd buggy was outfitted with Punisher body and JConcepts Double Dees throughout.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

May 18, 2011

Hitec HS-5765MH giant servo

When it comes to your big RC projects, size does matter, that’s why Hitec engineered the HS-5765MH. This high voltage cousin of the popular HS-5755MG is 2-cell LiPo (7.4V) capable and features heavy duty, metal gears with a 10mm output shaft for the strength you need for the most demanding large scale applications. With 347 oz-in torque, it is tough enough to tackle the biggest RC projects including 1/5th on and off-road vehicles.

Source: Hitec [hitecrcd.com]

May 18, 2011

Exotek TEK-SCT chassis conversion

Exotek have released the ultimate conversion for your Losi Micro SCT or Micro Rally. The set includes a special 1mm small weave carbon fibre top plate and bottom plate for a more scale appearance, while the conversion also lightens the overall truck by 20%. Other features include alloy bolt-in servo mounts, adjustable finned alloy motor mount with sliding 2 piece design and adjustable position battery mounting. It also comes supplied with carbon battery strap and alloy posts, receiver mounting plate for the stock unit for a secure bolt in design and stainless steel hardware.

View more images of the conversion here

May 17, 2011

Mike Reedy (1941 – 2011)

The RC World has lost another great with the passing of legend Mike Reedy. Most famous for his motor and battery preparation, drivers running Reedy products took an unprecedented 28 World titles. A respected figure, not only for his technical prowess and his ability to spot talented drivers and take them under his wing, but he was also a great ambassador for the sport. Having battled with illness for some years, Mike passed away in the early hours of Tuesday May 17th, he was 70 years old. Our condolences go out to the Reedy family and those who knew him.

UPDATED: A message from Mike Reedy’s family

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May 17, 2011

Exotek F104 bolt-in type servo mounts

Exotek have produced these F104 bolt-in type servo mounts. Six months of track testing have proven that these mounts are the real deal for your F104 or EXO104. Quick position changes or servo removal are achieved via 4 cupped set screws that grab the servo on both sides like a vise without tweaking the chassis or damaging the servo. It works with standard servos or lay down servos, with the latter having the option of quick Ackerman changes.

View more images of the mount in place here

May 17, 2011

Exotek Blitz rear chassis brace

New from Exotek Racing are these heavy duty alloy rear chassis braces for the HPI Blitz. This brace strengthens the known weak point in the chassis and protects the rear of the chassis from cracking or snapping off. A special lightweight design allows for side to side flex for proper rear traction but eliminates front to back flex to strengthen the chassis and rear shock tower. Sold in a pair with fasteners.

Source: Exotek [exotekracing.com]

May 17, 2011

Venom Team wins St Ives 6-hour SC Enduro

Last Saturday, Venom Team drivers Darryn Johnson and Michael Harlow, together with their teammates Antony Geerno and Tom Clifford, assembled for the inaugural running of the St. Ives 6-hour Short Course Enduro. This punishing 6-hour race was run at the St. Ives track in Sydney, Australia. With some of the best drivers of short course trucks in the state of NSW entering the event, the competition was hot to say the least. 8 teams entered, with all of the leading 2wd short course truck brands being used at the event.

Continue reading the report here

May 17, 2011

Phillip Atondo wins Truggy at Nor-Cal Series Rd2

Nor-Cal Series Rd2 was held at Delta R/C in Antioch CA recently. The track had an awesome layout of big air and fast wide lanes which made for some great racing. TLR team driver Phillip Atondo would qualify 2nd in pro buggy and TQ pro truggy and all A-mains would be 25 minutes, so anything could happen. Atondo would use the advantage of his TQ and get out to a clean start in pro truggy and never look back ending with a nice one lap lead at the finish to take the overall win. Phillip would also take second place on the podium in Pro Buggy with his new TLR 8ight 2.0 Kit.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]