Yet more news from JConcepts, this time its to announced that their car stand has been updated. The new features include detailed foam pads provide a non slip surface, thickened edge on the stand for extra support and it now includes car stand specific decal sheet. These changes are considered a running change and should start appearing in all car stand packages at no additional cost.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
Just as the title says – On July 10, TTR/Associated announced the upcoming release of the new B44. This new vehicle is based on the BJ4 Worlds Edition and was a collaborative effort between TTR/Associated and JConcepts. The B44 was a collaborative project only. JConcepts remains an independent company, and our business will not change as a result of this collaboration. Both Jason and Brad have ties with Associated going back 15+ years. This has led to a close working relationship between Associated and JConcepts on the B44. JConcepts will continue to sell the BJ4 kits, parts and accessories to support new and existing customers. Look for more new and exciting products from JConcepts to fit the B44 and all Team Associated vehicles.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:
> Xray’s new carbon receiver bracket set for the NT1 – Link [teamxray.com]
> New brushless motors & accessories from Speed Passion – Link [powers-international.com]
> Report from the 5th round of 2007 Cyprus Nitro Challenge – Link [teammagic.com.tw]
> Closeups of the new Tam Tech-Gear 4wd conversion set – Link [kawadamodel.co.jp]
> East release stiff front one way axle for Serpent 960 – Link [centralrc.co.jp]
> Team Xray uses Team Orion CRF REV Power to win 6 hour Enduro – Link [teamorion.com]
> Toon Deyaerts wins rd 4 of Belgian 235mm National Championship – Link [serpent.com]
> Nice round up of the current 4wd EP buggies on the market – Link [rcworld.ch]
> Lightweight & Strong Titanium turnbuckles for HPI Firestorm – Link [hpi-europe.com]
Novarossi have developed 5 new engines under the Nova engine brand which have been specially developed for drivers on a budget who require a durable engine that produces a good amount of power. The sleeves of all these engines feature 3 transfer ports and are made from brass with a hard-chromed layer that reduces wear, while the crankshaft is very strong and delivers provides good power delivery. On offer are a 3.5cc circuit engine (N21-3T), two 2.1cc circuit engines with slide (N12TS1) and rotary (N12TSR1) carburettor, a .12 engine (N12ST) for 1/10th stadium trucks and finally a budget 3.5cc buggy motor (N21B-2001BF).
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Tekin have announced that they will start shipping their new B1 Series speed controllers tomorrow, the 12th of July. Tekin’s B1 and B1-R bring exceptional brushed technology to 1/18th scale cars and trucks and are powerful enough to run any micro brushed motor available (up to 380 size). The B1 Series ESC’s can be used with NiCd, NiMH and Lipo batteries and feature an on-board temperature indicator while Lipo cutoffs bring extra safety and highly reliable operation. These mini controllers have a small footprint of less than 1″ square and come available in both Forward only (B1), as well as Forward and Reverse (B1-R).
Source: Tekin [teamtekin.com]
Much More have released some new products for setting, and helping you set, the brushes in your electric motor with the release of this new ‘brush holder re-setter’ (shown above) and brush setter. The brush holder is made from blue anodised aluminium and is used to reset your stand up or lay down brushes easily and accurately, while the new brush setter has been designed to set brushes used in Checkpoint motors, and comes supplied with the brush butter. Much More have also released new silicone o-rings for use on 3mm shock shafts, which unlike other o-rings don’t expand after use, and come in number of grades.
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Team Associated have just announced their expected entry into the ever expanding 4wd electric buggy market with the upcoming release of the B44. Available in September, the new B44 is based on the JConcepts BJ4WE platform but features some small changes to make it easier to mass produce as well as some small performance improvements throughout, such as to the cars slipper clutch and of course as its from the Factory Team, it will feature lashings of blue anodising.
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Just to remind you that our site sponsors, The Border, have told us about another crazy special offer on their site, this time for HoBao buggy owners that allows you to choose any 4 buggy rims from the 3 different types available and select any 4 tires from the selection of 8 available, and all you have to pay is €19.99. This special still valid for this week so be sure to check it out on their site straight away and get your order in.
Also don’t forget that The Border is still running the KM Racing fuel gun special offer. With this deal you save €10.00 on this top of the range fuel gun and is far too good a deal to pass up on, so again be sure to go to the site and place your order before the offer ends.
