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March 13, 2010

Associated XP/Reedy 1/10 brushless system

Team Associated have released their new XP SC450-BL Brushless ESC and Reedy 540R Brushless motor. The XP SC450-BL Brushless ESC is light and compact for easy installation in most 1:10 vehicles. Simple calibration and a wide variety of tuning options make this ESC perfect for both casual enthusiasts and racers. Due to its sensorless design, the Reedy 540R Brushless motor operates powerfully and efficiently without complicated sensor harnesses and is perfectly suited for use with ESCs, such as the XP SC450-BL, that are designed to operate sensorless brushless motors.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

March 12, 2010

Motonica P81 optional transmission

Italian company Motonica have released new optional rear pulleys for their P81 1/8th scale and now offer three types of transmission combination’s for the car. The transmission included in P81 kit consists of the 51T pulley on the rear main shaft and the 22T pulley on the 2-speed axle, which is combined with a 25T pulley on the side a configuration which gives the car more drive to the front wheels. Motonica now offer an optional 50T pulley, sold as a set including 2 aluminium eccenters to adjust the tension of the rear shaft, that helps give more drive to the rear wheels. Further to this, there is also a 48T rear shaft pulley that when combined with a 20T on the 2-speed axle and a 26T pulley on the side, gives a more balanced ratio between the front and rear. This last configuration also results in the need for a shorter gear ratio between pinions and spur gears.

Source: Motonica [motonica.com]

March 12, 2010

JConcepts Dare & Manta for Ultima SC

JConcepts have announced that two of their most popular bodies now fit the new Kyosho Ultima SC truck. The Dare and Manta bodies have been turning heads at the race track while winning races around the world and now drivers piloting the Ultima SC can enjoy the same benefits, with the added luxury of these additional styling options.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

March 12, 2010

JConcepts Dare & Manta for Ultima SC

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

March 11, 2010

CS Electronic 5600mAh 50C LiPo pack

CS Electronic have released their strongest LiPo to date with the introduction of this 5600mAh 50C pack. Made in Korea, they feature the latest materials and the cells have been matched for the best performance. Mounted in a high quality black plastic hard case the bottom of the pack is totally flat to allow you to position the pack in any position to get the optimal weight balance. Meets all EFRA regulations, but is not homologated for 2010.

Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]

March 11, 2010

JConcepts Double Dees V2 tire

JConcepts have introduced their new Double Dees V2 tire, which is perfect for a variety of track surfaces. Wear is always the trade off when going to a small pin tire and with the Double Dees V2, these worries are a thing of the past as running qualifiers and main events on the same high performance tire is now possible. The Double Dees design uses unique technology combined with the sticky yellow and blue compound to allow the flexibility necessary to compete on even the most demanding surfaces for an extended period of time. Tires including inserts will be treated to the latest generation in profiled, closed cell, insert design, while unique materials, bright blue color and revolved relief provide extra full support and stability. Double Dees excel on indoor and outdoor hard packed surfaces with either dry or wet conditions.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

March 11, 2010

Hudy 1/5th & 1/6th wheel balancing adapter

Hudy have released a new wheel adapter for 1/5 On-road car & 1/6 buggy wheels for their universal tire balancing station. The wheel adapter comes with a CNC-machined aluminium holder and 1-piece super-strong and precise steel rod that rotates in ball-bearings. The hex on the wheel adapter fits precisely into the wheel and a machined tightening nut is included for fast and comfortable wheel tightening. All alloy parts are CNC-machined from premium-quality aluminium with stylish black coating and laser engraving.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

March 10, 2010

Ty Tessmann testing new Bull Dog shell

Pro-Line are reporting that team driver Ty Tessmann spent some time between the Nitro Challenge and Silver State races to hang out in California with the Pro-Line team. While at the Pro-Line facility, Ty did a bit of tire testing and assisted in the development of a new Bull Dog buggy body which features the cab set more forward than normal (see photo). Initial testing at Revelation Raceway had Ty very happy with the projects performance and we can expect to see the team using this new shell at the Silver State race in Vegas this weekend.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]