February 27, 2010

Much More FLETA 3.0 Brushless ESC

Much More FLETA 3.0 Brushless ESC

Much More Racing have released the FLETA 3.0 Brushless ESC that features ‘Green Power’ for consistent power and longer run times to get racers into the winners circle. The FLETA features 11 adjustable functions in its Smart ESC Program Unit, an 8 mode Advanced Multi Timing system (A.M.T.S.) and 9 modes in a Digital Racing Response System (D.R.R.S).

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February 27, 2010

Venom Group International are hiring

Venom Group International are hiring

Venom Group International have been in contact to tell us that they are seeking out the next superstar talents in the R/C industry to join their growing company. In a time when a lot of other companies are down sizing Venom are bucking the trend and seeking R/C Product Designers, Engineers, CAD Professionals and Project Managers to join them in America’s Pacific Northwest. If you are interested then read on.

Click here to read the full Job Description


February 27, 2010

Mugen MRX-5 CAD images

Mugen MRX-5 CAD Images

Having already covered the new Mugen MRX-5 1/8th scale chassis in our Nuremberg toy fair coverage, the Japanese company have released better quality CAD images than those on display which we had photographed. According to Mugen, the release date is not yet fixed but they expect to announce more information about this in the near future. In the meantime check out the images.

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February 26, 2010

MIP Traxxas Slayer & Summit options

MIP have released a number of new products for the Traxxas Summit and Slayer, starting with these spline and center CVD kits, which replace the plastic drive shafts with hardened high strength alloy, used for high power electric systems. MIP Spline technology accommodates both long and short travel suspensions and comes with 6mm bores for new style output shafts. MIP have also introduced an adjustable 2 hole clutch kit for the Traxxas Slayer that has two sets of holes for light or heavy setting and are pre-cut to ensure symmetrically even wear. Easy installation and operation, they offer great durability and wear resistance.

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February 26, 2010

MIP Traxxas Slayer & Summit options

MIP Traxxas Slayer & Summit options

MIP have released a number of new products for the Traxxas Summit and Slayer, starting with these spline and center CVD kits, which replace the plastic drive shafts with hardened high strength alloy, used for high power electric systems. MIP Spline technology accommodates both long and short travel suspensions and comes with 6mm bores for new style output shafts. MIP have also introduced an adjustable 2 hole clutch kit for the Traxxas Slayer that has two sets of holes for light or heavy setting and are pre-cut to ensure symmetrically even wear. Easy installation and operation, they offer great durability and wear resistance.

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February 26, 2010

O.S. Max-25XZ Truggy engine

O.S. Max-25XZ Truggy engine

New from O.S. Engines is the Max-25XZ Truggy Engine, that utilizes the best balance of power, fuel mileage, size and weight within ROAR regulations to give racers optimum performance at 1/8 truggy and stadium track events. This motor is designed to have more power than .21 class engines, yet less than the .28 class, for better fuel mileage, lighter weight and lower centre of gravity. The supplied double adjustable type carb gives smooth acceleration from low, mid and high speeds.

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February 26, 2010

Hudy pit towel

Hudy pit towel

Hudy have released this large sized pit towel, perfect for the pit tables of 1/10 and 1/8 scale model cars. Made of heavy-duty cloth material it features full-color printed graphics and authentic Hudy vignette.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]


February 26, 2010

Dario Balestri extends deal with Motonica

Dario Balestri extends deal with Motonica

Motonica is pleased to announce that their top driver Dario Balestri has renewed his contract with the Italian company. The multiple European Champion and World Championship finalist, will race in 2010 with the new P81 Pro 1/8th scale. Dario had the following to say about his renewed deal:

Continuing with Motonica after 4 years of collaboration, means to give value to what has been built together with the only Italian 1/8 scale on road maker. Motonica proved able of great results in the master category and this is for me the main encouragement.

Source: Motonica [motonica.com]


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