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November 6, 2018

JConcepts motor & rotor storage box

JConcepts has reached into their bag of tricks to help racer organisation with the introduction of their new motor and rotor storage box. The box includes plenty of space for assembled motors, individually spaced rotors and a pocket for miscellaneous motor tuning items. The box has a small footprint which makes it ideal for short trips with minimal amounts of space. Inside the box is roomy enough for three assembled motors and cushioned with high-impact foam that allow the items to lay in a bed like a cradle during rest periods. At the other end, five areas can house rotors and the pocket at the end gives all-important extra storage. The foam insert material has a grabby feel and allows the user to manipulate to grab needed items. The custom built storage box, moulded black in colour has JConcepts.net logo for authenticity and built-in plastic latch for easy open and close operation.

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November 6, 2018

Team Associated 6.1 FT graphite motor plate

Team Associated have introduced their new B6.1 series Factory Team graphite motor plate that adds strength and rigidity with its 3mm thick material. The item also reduces the weight by 40 percent over the stock motor plate and it fits the laydown and layback gearboxes on the B6.1, B6.1D, T6.1, and SC6.1 kits.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]

November 6, 2018

Etronix PowerPal 3.0 AC/DC multi-charger

Coming from Etronix is the new PowerPal 3.0 AC/DC balance charger for LiXX, NiXX and Pb cells. It offers up to 10A of charge current, it is microprocessor-controlled and features precision Lithium cell balancing. Other features include cyclic charging and discharging for NiXX cells, a 2.1A USB charge socket, servo testing function and a DJI Phantom 2 and 3 battery charge programs. A dedicated LiHV charge mode rounds out the package.

Source: Etronix [etronix-rc.com]

November 6, 2018

Zac Gastelum double TQs & wins at Fall Classic

Hi Performance Hobbies in Hutchinson, Kansas held their 34th annual Fall Classic race last weekend with nearly 200 entries for the several electric off-road classes. In 2WD Mod Buggy it was Zac Gastelum with the overall TQ, however he was tie on points with Trevor Nault but the faster tie-breaker handed Zac the overall TQ. In 4WD Mod Buggy it was again the duo of Zac and Trevor that battled it out for the overall TQ, and again Zac would hold the upper hand in the tie-breaker for his second overall TQ that weekend.

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November 6, 2018

Infinity 600cc fuel bottle

Infinity has added a branded fuel bottle to their line-up of accessories for nitro racing. The large capacity 600cc bottle is made from soft material for easy re-fuelling. The bottle features the Infinity logo engraved on the black finished aluminium nozzle.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

November 6, 2018

BMT introduce updated 984 front & rear hubs

Coming from BMT and made for their 984 1/8th on-road kit are updated front and rear hubs. The steering knuckle is of a new 0 degree kin pin design, making the part usable on both the left and right side of the car while offering an optimised pivot ball seat for increased steering angle. Using the part will result in improved overall steering and a more neutral steering feeling. As for the rear hub, the updated part offers two additional positions for the eccentric insert, increasing the setup possibilities even more.

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November 6, 2018

Tessmann tops Q2 in Perth

Ty Tessmann has topped the opening day of qualifying’s second round at the 1:8 Offroad World Championships in Perth, Australia. Fifth in Q1, the Xray driver was fastest on his second attempt ahead of fellow Heat 1 runner Ryan Maifield by 9/10ths of a second. Running in Heat 2, the track getting one of its scheduled waterings before the first two heats, Q1 Top Qualifier David Ronnefalk was fastest of that group to complete the overall Top 3 ahead of Robert Batlle, Dakotah Phend and Juan Carlos Canas. Quickest in yesterday’s controlled practice to go into qualifying as the Top Seed, the day didn’t improve for Davide Ongaro. The Team Associated driver suffered a costly error in Q1 but ended up with a DNF for Q2 as he lost a wheel while on a TQ pace run.

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November 6, 2018

Kyosho Fazer Mk2 Rage 2.0 4WD RTR SUV racing truck

Kyosho have introduced their new Fazer Mk2 Rage 2.0 1/10th scale 4WD ready-to-run SUV racing truck. The all-new FZ02L-BT chassis has been designed for pure enjoyment on all kinds of terrain. While keeping the cost-performance advantages of the original, the Rage 2.0 has been redesigned with this full-model makeover incorporating the latest racing tech. Core strength has been increased through new materials and ribbing with stiffeners on front and rear, while the simplified chassis design uses less parts to deliver maintenance efficiency and chassis rigidity. In addition, the symmetrical chassis design provides excellent front-rear balance through the suspension and tires with consistent driveability, irrespective of power source. Featuring a slipper clutch, front and rear gear differentials, oil shocks and full ball bearing specs, the high durability and impact resistance of the Rage 2.0 means drivers don’t need to hold anything back over rough roads. The Readyset package comes fully assembled and includes everything except charger and battery for the chassis, and batteries for the transmitter.

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