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October 17, 2007

Edit RC Silicone Shock oils

Edit RC have released a new range of pure silicone shock oils, for the most modern of today’s top-end racing shock absorbers and dampers. This oil will not thicken at low temperatures or thin at high temperatures, making it ideal for every racing application, from indoor 1/12th and micro to rallycross buggy and touring car. Available in a wide range of thicknesses, they are supplied in convenient 60cc bottles to let you take the full set in your pit bag the feature easy screw-off tops and narrow tips let you add exactly the right amount of oil to fill or top-up your shocks.

Source: Edit RC [rc-edit.com]

October 16, 2007

Axial Racing Reamer & T-shirt

Axial Racing Reamer

More news from Axial Racing with the release of a new body reamer and team t-shirt. The reamer comes supplied with a tip cap and features a lightweight aluminum anodized green body with a comfortable knurled grip while the tip is super sharp and cuts fast, clean, precise holes with razor sharp flutes that are design to efficiently remove debris. Also new for the team racers, and users of their products, is a new black t-shirt that sports the Axial logo on the front in green and a small logo on the sleeve and the rear.

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October 16, 2007

Axial Racing socket drivers

Axial Racing have release a new set of socket drivers to add to this current range of race tools. Fitting in line with their other tools, they have been designed to be easy to use ergonomically designed handles to fit in your hand better and provide grip even when your hands are slick from oil and grease. The socket driver tips are sold in a number of sizes with the metric set including a 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm, 6.0mm, and 7.0mm while the Imperial set has a 3/16”, 1/4”, 5/16”, 11/32” and 3/8” drivers.

Source: Axial Racing [axialracing.com]

October 11, 2007

Team Losi Large Pit Mat

Team Losi have released this new Pit Mat which they say offers unequalled protection for your table top or pit bench while working on your electric or nitro vehicles. The rugged leak resistant nylon material can be easily wiped off and cleaned with normal cleaners. The exclusive non-slip backing helps prevent the Pit Mat from sliding on the table top and the large size allows you to keep your tool box and spare parts safe from dirt and damage.

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

October 10, 2007

Much More pocket booster

Korean manufacturer Much More have released a number of new glow plug connectors for gas racers. First off they have released a version with a 2200mAh cell and it is available in the usual MM colours of purple, blue and black while the 2nd version comes with a 4500mAh cell also in the same colours but gives more usage between charges.

Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]

September 28, 2007

Hudy Spring Steel Turnbuckle Wrench

Slovakian tool maker Hudy have releases 2 new additions to their extensive range with the release of these precision 4 and 5mm turnbuckle wrenches. Made from their special self-developed, world-reknown Hudy Spring Steel to ensure maximum strength, durability and long life, the turnbuckles wrench have been additionally hardened to provide unmatched life span.

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September 28, 2007

Carson Car stands and tools

German company Carson have sent us lots of stuff to get through so here is the first batch of products. First off we have this metal work stand, with blue anodised base, which features an anti slip rotating upper platform for easily working on different sides of your car. The platform also features 4 openings into which you can hold your shock absorbers as you fill them. Next up is a car stand on the other end of the price scale, featuring the Carson logo it’s made from a material similar to sponge rubber, which provides a firm stand and no slipping. Carson have also released an anti-slip pit mat (450x300mm) that due to its soft material avoids that screws and nuts roll away as well as protecting the underside of your car. Also new from the German company are a set of sturdy Allen wrenches in 1.5 mm, 2.0 mm, 2.5 mm and 3.0 mm, and a ride height gauge measuring from 3mm to 8mm in 0.5 mm increments. Finally for on your work bench there is a battery pack cooling stand that uses 2 high-quality fans to help cool down your batteries after charging or driving.

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September 26, 2007

Mugen Seiki Nut spinners

Mugen Seiki in Japan have announced the release of new additions to the company’s line up of tools with the introduction of 2 new nut spinners. Availble in 2 sizes, the 5.5mm wrench is suitable for removing the M3 shock absorber nut on the MBX-5R and MBX-5T, while the 7mm tool is used for removing the wheel nuts on the MTX touring car. Both tools feature a lightweight grey anodised duraluminum handle which has been knurled for extra grip and both sport the Mugen Seiki logo.

Source: Mugen Seiki [mugenseiki.com]