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November 17, 2009

Max Power Next-Gen Turbo glow plugs

New from Italian brand Max Power are these all new turbo glow plugs. Made from Inox steel, these turbo type plugs are designed for use in high performance racing engines, with the element made from the best quality material for optimum performance, reliability and ability to work in really hot temperatures. Available in number 4 for 12 engines until outside temp of 20°C, number 5 for 12 engines over 20°C and 3,5cc off road until 20/22°C, number 6 for 3,5cc off road over 22/25°C°C and 3,5cc on road until 22/25°C and number 7 suitable only for 3,5cc on road over 25/30°C.

Source: Max Power [rcmaxpower.com]

November 17, 2009

Factory Team Machined Delrin Tapered Shock pistons

Designed to fit perfectly in Team Associated’s 16mm big bore shocks, these Factory Team precision-machined tapered Delrin pistons have been extensively track tested and race proven by AE’s racing team over the course of the 2009 season. These pistons, packaged in sets of four, are perfectly suited for use in the RC8B and RC8e thanks to the more progressive damping characteristics provided by the 10×1.1mm-hole pattern. Additionally the tapered profile improves rebound damping to optimize handling in all conditions.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

November 16, 2009

Protoform R5-N 200mm body shell

Protoform have announced the immediate release of the all new R5-N 200mm gas sedan race body. Gas sedan bodies require numerous openings to be cut in the roof area to enable cooling and fuel filling and thus the bodies tend to become aerodynamically ‘dirty’ and inefficient. Protoform has designed a body to minimize the net drag losses caused by these openings. The unique side windows as well as the rear window contours enhance the efficiency of the linear airflow into and out of the body. Every feature, including the large rear wing, is within EFRA/ROAR/200mm Global Body Spec dimensions. The enlarged wing struts allow for the use of larger screws for quicker trackside adjustments and the center strut adds stability. Made to fit all the popular 200mm gas chassis this body is pulled in .030 lexan and is supplied with protective covering, decal sheet, window masks and wing hardware.

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November 16, 2009

East Coast Bodies D8 Alpha shell

East Coast Bodies have released their new ‘Alpha design series’ 1/8 Off Road body shells, starting with this version for the World Champion Hot Bodies D8 buggy. The new ‘Alpha’ design D8 shell features improvements to the top end of the body with a low curve which give you a much smoother handling together with a newly implemented ‘Vortex Generator’ that provides a great look and actually improves downforce at high speed and on jumps.

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November 15, 2009

Acorn Racing 12V DC power supply

Acorn Racing has just sent us a sneak preview of their new prototype 12V DC power supply. This prototype was said to go through 5 design changes before the confirmation of this current piece. The digital meter on the face shows the total amperage that connected equipment is drawing and it has 2 standard outputs compared to the single output that is normally seen in the market. This power supply comes with a reverse polarity protection and it is said to be strong enough to power a tyre truer for the 1/8 scale. ABS material was chosen for the casing over anodized aluminium due to the scratch resistance nature. Expect more information following its official in December.

Source: Acorn Racing [acornracing.com]

November 15, 2009

MicroCute Q2 1/18 4wd chassis

The new MicroCute Q2 is a unique 1/18 micro-sized, belt-drive 4WD model racing car. The Q2 claims to offer high performance, responsive handling and exceptional MicroCute quality, engineering and design. Based on the legendary old first design platform, MicroCute presents the improved and refined Q2, redesigned with high-performance racing in mind. The Q2 progressive design embodies an enhanced driving experience, with its purpose-built performance chassis, unique MF Technology top deck, externally-adjustable ball diffs and race-oriented wheel mounting system.

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November 14, 2009

Pro-Line 1/10th Hole Shot 2.0

Pro-Line have released a sneak peak of their new 1/10th scale buggy tire. The new Hole Shot 2.0 is the follow up to the company’s successful Hole Shot thread pattern and we can expect to more information on Monday, when the tire will be officially announced.

November 14, 2009

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.

– XB808 Wins the Hessen Cup
– XB808 Wins the Galician Regional Championship
– T2’009 Wins Portugese National Championship
– T3 Wins Danish Championship R2
– NT1 Wins 2009 Swiss Championship

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