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September 18, 2012

Team Orion Vortex R10 & R8 waterproof ESCs

Team Orion have released waterproof versions of their popular Vortex R10 & R8 speed controllers. The Vortex R10 WP comes in a 45A, 60A & 100A, and is a high-performance sensorless electronic speed controller for multiple disciplines. The Vortex R10 WP ESCs can be used with LiPo batteries with 2 and 3 cells and motors up to 6000KV. The Vortex R8 WP is a high-performance sensorless electronic speed controller designed for 1/8 scale cars and can be used with LiPo batteries with 2 to 4 cells and motors up to 6000KV. All the WP ESC’s electronics are coated in a special resin and the carbon look hardcase and power switch are sealed using rubber seals. This means that the ESC is totally waterproof and can safely be submerged in the water.

View the R8 WP speedo here

September 18, 2012

RDRP Durango 210 option parts

RDRP have released some new items for the popular Team Durango DEX210/DEST210 and DESC210 vehicles. First up for the DEX210 are the shock towers machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium. Stronger, than any other plastic or carbon fibre part it´s simply impossible to break it. The additional holes for your shock-position will also help you for fine-tuning your car. The next item is the 7075-T6 aluminium steering plate, which fits the Team Durango DEX/DEST and DESC210 series. An additional hole at the front improves the Ackermann geometry a lot, especially in tight corners you will feel the difference. Finally the Brass RF suspension mount also fits all vehicles of the DEX/DEST and DESC210 series. With a weight of 30 grams it helps to plant the rear-end of your car on the track, especially in the MM configuration. First to be released is the 3/3 block with the 0/3 and 1.5/3 blocks to follow.

View the other new products here

September 17, 2012

Kyosho Racing Factory tool set

Kyosho Racing Factory have released this new tool set including 7 tools with black anodized aluminium handles and red cap on the end. The tool tips are made of high quality steel and have a superb fit to the screw head which reduces wear and increases the lifetime of the tool and screw. The set includes a 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm & 3/32inch wrenches as well as a 5.5mm and 8mm nut spinner.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.de]

September 17, 2012

Protoform Lexus LFA body

Following last weekend’s sneak peek, Protoform have released its rendition of the Lexus LFA body for R/C drifters, USGT Class racers and supercar enthusiasts alike. The LFA features sleek, yet muscular styling and includes two rear wing options, a racing-style lexan wing or a molded nylon wing for a true to scale, exotic look. This officially licensed product is designed to fit 200mm touring cars but will also easily fit your 190mm chassis with the use of wide-offset wheels or wheel spacers. Molded in genuine .030 Lexan material it comes with protective overspray film, window masks, detailed decal sheet and hardware to mount the struts and wing.

View more images of the body here

September 17, 2012

John Bruins joins Kyosho TC team

Kyosho have announced that front running Dutch driver John Bruins has joined their 1/10 electric Touring Car team. Winning the stock class at the ETS race in Apeldoorn in 2011, John also had a fantastic season in the Dutch Nationals this year. The highlight of his year was making the B-Main and finishing in 15th position at the IFMAR World Championships during the Summer. John will join already well known team mates like Christopher Krapp and fellow countryman Vaasco Christiaanse and to power his car he will stay with Team Orion that are already supporting him for many years. John had the following to say about his move:

First of all I would like to thank everybody at Kyosho for providing me with this great opportunity. Kyosho is known for manufacturing fantastic products and as of now I am proud to say I will be part of such a dedicated group of people. The TF6 SP is one of the best touring cars out there and I can’t wait to put it through its paces. Last but certainly not least, I would like to thank my mechanic, for without his help none of this would have been possible.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.de]

September 16, 2012

Xray News Round-up

Here we have this weeks round up of product releases and race reports from our site sponsors Xray. Our summary includes everything published by the Slovakian manufacturer on their own website in the past week, so if you didn’t find the time to visit, be sure to read on. This weeks round up includes the following stories.

– New XB9 Glued Brake Pad Set – Ultra-Efficient (4)
– XB9 Wins 2012 Czech Nationals R4
– T3’12 Wins 2012 German Championship – Stock
– XB9 Wins North Greece Championship R3
– XB9 Wins 2012 Swiss Championship
– NT1 wins 2012 Swedish Nationals
– NT1 2nd @ German 1/10 200mm Nitro Championship
– T3’12 Wins the EP TC Portuguese Nationals R4
– T3’12 Wins ATTIKO Championship R1
– NT1 Wins 2012 Norwegian Championship

Click here to view the round-up

September 15, 2012

Associated 12mm Big Bore shocks

Team Associated have announced their new, highly anticipated 12mm Big Bore shocks. The shocks are precision CNC machined, hard anodized aluminium with aluminium shock caps, threaded collars and seal caps. These shocks have been tested and developed by Team Associated’s top drivers to provide a plush and consistent feel for the 1:10 off-road fleet of Team Associated vehicles. Since their winning debut in prototype form at the 2012 Cactus Classic, the team has used them to win every major event in the US, including a dominating performance by Ryan Cavalieri at the ROAR 1:10 Off-Road Super Nationals in 2WD and 4WD Modified.

Source: Associated [teamassociated.com]

September 15, 2012

Protoform LFA body shell sneak peek?

Protoform sent us this sneak peek of their latest new on road project. We know nothing more than you guys and can only make assumptions based on the image provided, which looking at the very distinctive rear lights we would guess it is a new Lexus LFA body shell. We will find out for sure on Monday when the new shell will be officially released.

View the real LFA here for comparison