Reedy will soon come out with this new 19-turn Spec Motor. Its been designed specifically for all classes of electric spec-class racing, from off and on-road to oval tracks and touring cars. It uses the Krypton’s trend-setting four-magnet can, standard-sized commutator, laydown brushes, distinctive bright orange endbell and more. Available in late April.
Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]
For the ultimate in form and function, JConcepts introduces the Hi-Flow body for the Associated RC10T4. The Illuzion “Hi-Flow” styling presents a flowing design while incorporating many radical edge styling details for additional style and performance. Race inspired aggressive styling, Illuzionized cab and cove hood scoop combined with a durable flowing bed design are just some of the features that make this body stand out. Made from clear heavy-duty thickness polycarbonate, it comes supplied with protective film, window masks and detailed Illuzion decal sheet.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
After market parts maker Edit have released this high output Glow igniter for starting your nitro engine. Featuring a single 3000mAh 1.2v Cell provides long lasting power for while you’re at the track or just out bashing your car or truck, while the supplied 220V overnight charger can fully charge your igniter while you sleep. Suitable for all vehicles with Nitro powered engines.
Source: Edit [rc-edit.com]
A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:
> Billy Easton reports on last weekends ROAR Nats – Link [serpent.com]
> NT1 on Podium at French Championship Rd1 – Link [teamxray.com]
> LeMieux reports from ROAR Carpet Nationals – Link [teamtrinity.com]
> Great start to Irish season for Doran – Link [mirageracing.com]
> Teemu Leino reports on the TITC – Link [much-more.co.kr]
> Review of French prototype Mini XXX – Link [gaz-on.net]
> CML driver John Pape reports on the TITC – Link [cmldistribution.co.uk]
> Korea XRAY Challenge Results – Link [pitwork.co.kr]
Entry is open for ETS Rd3 in The Netherlands, April 11th-13th
Japanese company Square have recently released some new option parts for the Tamiya TRF416. Starting with this pair of C-hubs, they have been made from blue anodised machined aluminium thus adding stiffness to this area without adding much weight. Also for the front of the car is a pair of machined aluminium steering blocks, which like the C-hub parts, makes this area very stiff without adding much weight while giving the user the choice of a 3rd steering rod mounting point.
Source: Square [rc-square.com]
We showed you the second generation RB Pit Box back in February when it was first shown at the Toy Fair and it has just now been released. The ultimate tool for serious gas racers, it has a spot for a fuel gun, fuel bottle, wrenches, starter box and anything else you need to bring with you into the pit area. Thanks to its stiffer design, and its use of lightweight material it is 25% lighter than the original pit box from RB and this new version supplied with a smart looking orange bag making it really easy to carry when disassembled.
Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]
Taiwanese company Hiro Seiko have announced the release of their new range of Professional R/C tools. Featuring handles that have been machined from 20mm diameter aluminium, they are easy to grip thanks to the knurling and cannot roll of your work bench because of machined flat sides. Available with a wide range of tips, including a range of nut spinners, they are sold with various coloured handles that each sport the Hiro Seiko logo embossed on a plate, as well as engraving on the handle which includes the tip size.
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You can now view the latest video from RC TV Live in the player above. Watch Nascar Tony Stewart racing Nitro Sprint cars, see a review of the Losi Drift R, watch coverage of the US Open Wheel Champs, model Jessica makes an appearence and some great tech tips and gossip with Jeff and Mike.
Source: RC TV Live [rctvlive.com]
