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June 9, 2008

Ultimate Racing Pro Racing tools

Spanish company Ultimate Racing have introduced their new line of tools specifically designed for Radio Control hobbies. Manufactured using the best materials to
ensure durability, the handles are manufactured from 7075-T6 Swiss aluminium that is strong as well as light. Depending of the tool, the diameter of handles can be 14 or 17 mm and both types come with the Ultimate Racing logo and the name of the tool engraved to facilitate the tool identification. The tips can be replaced, and are manufactured with special HSS steel that also ensures the tool durability. An interesting design element is that the wheel wrench can be used on all tools to aid the tightening or loosening action. Available Soon.

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June 5, 2008

Dynamite NitroLite Fuel Gun

Dynamite have released this innovative new NitroLite Fuel Gun that includes a 2-mode detachable LED that makes fueling any vehicle at night time a breeze. Switch it over to Strobe mode, and use the NitroLite to grab the driver’s attention and let him know it’s time to refuel. A handy tool if your race is running late and its starting to get dark. Also new from Dynamite is this roll of wheel balancing tape which can also double as chassis ballast.

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June 2, 2008

Edit RC Pro Series Tools

Edit RC are the latest company to have their own range of tools with the release of these high quality, professionally designed and precisely manufactured Edit Pro Series tools. A range of the most popular sizes required for a full tear down and rebuild of any type of RC racing machine is available, all with precision-ground replaceable tips and large stylish handles which have been laser-etched with the Edit RC logo. The range comprises of Allen tips – 1.5mm (shown), 2.0mm, 2.5mm & 3.0mm, Nut spinners – 5.5mm & 7.0mm as well as a Philips and flat head screw driver.

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May 31, 2008

B-Tech RC release Pit Box

French company B-Tech RC have released this convienient Pit Box, an essential item for at the race track that will allow you to easily carry all the tools necessary to adjust or start your car in the pit lane. Made from aluminium, the pit box is very easy and fast to assemble and is also configurable to the individual user, with options to arrange the tool layout to best suit you and your cars needs.

Source: B-Tech RC [btech.rc.free.fr]

May 27, 2008

Hudy Personal Racing Display

Seen for the first time at the Toy Fair in Germany back in February, the Hudy Personal Racing Display is a compact all-in-one data centre for professional RC car drivers, allowing you to record pertinent data for your set-up sheets. The display features large character and symbols for quick and easy readings. Aside from all of the data information, the built-in adjustable alarm clock can be used to notify you of your next heat or run. Powered by AAA 1.5V battery (not included).

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May 23, 2008

HPI Racing T-shirt & HB Tool bag

Some more products to come out of HPI, with the release of this 100% cotton black t-shirt. Featuring a large HPI Racing logo on the front, the rear sports the companies web address in white across the back. Also new for the range of Hot Bodies tools, is this handy tool case that can hold a large number of tools using rubber loops, while for looks the black case has orange trimming and sports the HB World Champion logo on the front.

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May 18, 2008

EDS Power Tool tip set

Team Honest in Japan have released details about the new power tool tips from EDS that are suitable for use with an electric screw driver. Similar to those from Xceed, the set includes 100mm long, 1.5 mm, 2.0 mm, 2.5 mm and 3.0 mm hex tips, made from the same high quality, hardened material as their standard hand tools. Sold seperately, EDS also offer a 0.63″, 0.78″ and 0.93″ hex power tool tip.

Source: Honest [teamhonest.jp]

May 16, 2008

Pro-Line Lexan Scissors & T-shirt

New from Pro-Line are these Lexan Scissors, made with the toughest lexan in mind, the strong plastic handle makes for easy open and close and a sure grip when in use. Made with super strong, corrode resistant stainless steel blades and a snug operating action; cutting lexan has never been so easy. They are topped off with curved blades for those hard to reach corners. Also announced today is a new t-shirt, the latest in apparel design for the R/C industry by Pro-Line, the “Sketch” has been hand sketched to give the Pro-Line logo that authentic look.

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