Adding to its line of RC accessories, VP Pro is now offering Liquid Mask. Supplied in 100ml bottles with a convenient flip-up cap it is ready to spray or brush with no thinning required. Allowing for precise & detailed designs, the easy to apply liquid gets into difficult areas of your body shell and is blue in colour for clear distinction between masked and unmasked areas.
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
OfficinaRC has released a range of PFTE CSF (Chassis Skin Frictionless) chassis protectors & PFTE Ultra Thin Roll of tape. Always at the forefront of providing innovative solutions for rc enthusiasts they are proud to present the ultimate solution to the common problems encountered by racers. During use on carpet, dirt from the tires and additives tend to accumulate on the chassis with this buildup making the model increasingly clumsy lap after lap, compromising performance and driving experience. The new PFTE line is specifically designed to address this issue. Thanks to the innovative material used and the precise shape suitable for the frames of the most popular models, PFTE minimises the accumulation of dirt on the frame. This means you can enjoy smoother and more consistent driving, lap after lap. The PFTE line is available for the following models: Xray X4 2024, Xray X4 2023, Awesomatix A800R, and Awesomatix A12. For those who have models where pre-cut protection isn’t available, OfficinaRC also offer a convenient 3cm wide roll that can be used to protect the frames, allowing for custom applications to suit your needs.
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New from RUDDOG is their 35mm HV 4WD aluminium fan that is specifically designed for shaft-driven 4WD buggies. It enhances cooling efficiency and can be directly mounted onto the chassis brace, eliminating the need for an additional fan mount. It’s seamlessly compatible with top-tier 4WD buggies, including Team Associated B74.2, Xray XB4, TLR 22X-4, and Yokomo MO 2.0. With a unique aluminium Direct-Mount Fan Case, the 35mm fan diameter ensuring high airflow and dual ball bearing improve durability and Ultra High Speed for optimal cooling. The direct mount design minimises space and weight.
Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]
Awesomatix has announced the addition of Olly Jefferies and his son Harry to their Factory Team. The 16-time BRCA Champion and multiple A-finalist at ETS, European and World Championships brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the team. Olly will not only drive himself, he will also be chief mechanic for their young gun Harry Jefferies. Commenting on the announcement Harry and Olly said, ’We are both extremely happy to be joining Awesomatix. We have always been impressed with the quality and forward thinking designs adopted…..can’t wait to get to the track!’
Source: Awesomatix [Facebook.com]
MR33 has released a new aluminium servo holder single arm steering for the Awesomatix A800R / A800MMX 1:10 Touring Car. The 8 gram LCG servo mounts have a very low profile as no material extends beyond the servo. This lowers your car’s centre of gravity and allows your servo housing to shine in its original design when you look at the vehicle from above. The servo floats 0.5mm above the chassis and does not affect its flexibility.
Source: Tonisport [tonisport.de]
Czech brand MIBO has released a new aluminium tool stand. With storage for 6 screwdrivers, 4 power-tool bits, and a mobile phone it is an essential tool for every racer. This practical stand has been designed with efficiency and organisation in mind when working with tools and parts. One of the key features of this stand is the compartments, providing enough space to organise and store small parts and screws. Thanks to them, you will have all the necessary components at hand, reducing the risk of loss and significantly speeding up and facilitating your work. It also includes an integrated slot for quick measurement of screw lengths, which is non-negligible for proper assembly and adjustment of your models. For those who like to solder their battery, or electrical device connectors, you will find convenient holes for XT60 and 2, 3.5, 4, and 5mm bullet connectors, simplifying the soldering process. And if that’s not enough, this stand even has a slot for your mobile technology, positioned to prevent accidental tumbling when operating your phone frequently. This allows you to keep your smartphone within reach at all times, whether you’re following guides, tutorials, or simply enjoying some entertainment while working on your projects.
After our trip Down Under to cover our first ever 1:8 GT World Championship in Sydney last week, Red RC is excited to announced that the next stop on our World Championship tour, 1:8 Onroad in Japan, will be presented by Infinity. In less than 2-weeks time the sport’s original World Championship category will descend on the Infinity International RC Speedway where the 23rd IFMAR World Champion will be decided. A category through which our own interest in RC racing came about, the first World Championship we covered here on Red RC was the 2007 1:8 Onroad Worlds in Argentina so it’s a category which has a very special place in our hearts. Nine years ago, the last time Japan hosted the event, we where on hand to tell the story of Tadahiko Sahashi home victory and last year when Infinity also made our coverage possible we where able to see Tadahiko add the 1:10 Onroad title. Our coverage from Japan will begin on Monday, October 30th, starting with news from control practice and how the story unfolds over the next 5 days.
Team Destiny has introduced a new optional clamp design single bell-crank steering set for its RX-10SR3.0 1:10 Electric Touring Car. It features two different linkage widths for steering response adjustment with three different Ackermann angles selectable. It is supplied with two 5x9x3mm large ball bearing for increase stability and mount on the kit servo floating servo mount directly.
