A new release from Spec-R is the Sport Series swing shaft. It is made from hard coated steel with a safety ring and at a lower price it is better for the beginner and for practice. Available for Xray touring cars in 50mm & 52mm and for Tamiya touring cars in 44mm & 46mm.
Source: Spec-R [spec-r.com]
Tresrey have released this red clay for wheel balancing on any RC model from 1/12 Racing to 1/8 Off-road. Simply press it directly into the inside of the wheels and it will stay there. Easy for fine tuning and adjusting the weight balance. Made in the USA it is available at the end of July.
Source: Tresrey [tresrey.com]
Sweep racing have announced that they have signed 2012 Reedy Race champion Viktor Wilck as their new factory driver through to the end of the 2013 season. Viktor will play a important part in testing new tires along with Jilles Groskamp beginning right after the world championship. Viktor had this to say:
After some tests with the Sweep tyres I’m very excited to join the Sweep racing team. As I spend a lot of time racing I’ve seen the commitment and effort sweep put in to there production to make the perfect tire! I’m looking forward to test and develop new tire that make for better racing.
Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]
Atomik introduce the Metal Mulisha Brian Deegan 1/18 Scale Ford Fiesta RTR rally car. The fully licensed replica of Brian’s X-Games rally cross car comes with a 4WD drivetrain, 2-in-1 speed controller and 2.4GHz receiver combo, a V370 brushed motor and is “Powered By Venom” with an included 7.2V 1000mAh NiMH battery and charger. Also included are oil-filled shock absorbers, rally tyres, and 15 spoke rims.
Source: Atomik RC [atomik-rc.com]
Atomik introduce the 1/18th Metal Mulisha Brian Deegan 4×4 Short Course Truck. The officially licensed Ford Raptor is decked out with the sponsor markings of ‘The General’s’ Lucas Oil Championship ride. This little beast comes fully ready-to-run and “Powered by Venom” with an included 7.2V 1000mAh NiMH battery and charger. The truck comes with a beefy V370 brushed motor and 2-in-1 waterproof receiver and electric speed control combo. The scale looks are only topped by its performance with full-time 4-wheel drive, scale short course racing wheels and tires and real oil filled shocks. The package is finished off with an innovative antenna-less 2.4GHz radio system for trouble free. Available soon is a full line of option parts to further enhance the look and performance of the truck.
Source: Atomik RC [atomik-rc.com]
The second round of the Greek national championship took place at the Arena Race Track. After the four qualification rounds three Shepherd drivers were placed into the A final and three into the B final. In the A final Sidiropoulos and Likaris took second and third place at the grid. After some thrilling 45 minutes the winner of the A final was Bill Likaris some three laps ahead of Sotiropoulos in second place with Christodoulou completing the podium in third place. The win brings Bill Likaris a good position for the 2012 Greek championship with Costas Sidiropoulos currently holding second place.
Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]
HPI Racing introduce the new Ken Block Edition WR8 Flux 1/8th electric brushless rally car. Based on the standard WR8 the chassis features some novelties such as a Ken Block ‘Gymkhana Five’ Ford Fiesta body shell, replica fifteen52 tarmac wheels and specially designed Velro battery straps. The officially licensed car is powered by HPI’s 4000kv Flux Vektor brushless motor and Flux Vapor Pro 3S-compatible speed controller. Also included in the package are a waterproof steering servo and a 2.4GHz TF-40 radio system.
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Arrowmax release this new battery plate version 2 for the Mugen MRX-5. Manufactured from heavy brass to lower the cars centre of gravity it brings extra weight to the centre and also the lowest point of the car, improving handling and cornering characteristics. The part weight 51 gram and comes laser-engraved for easy identification.
Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]
