January 17, 2017

HRC Racing 68124HVBL HV digital brushless servo

HRC Distribution have introduced the HRC Racing 68124HVBL high-voltage digital brushless servo. Designed for 1/8th on-road and off-road classes the servo offers sturdy metal gears, a powerful brushless motor, dual ball bearings and it is high-voltage compatible, allowing to use it with 2S LiPo receiver battery packs. The standard-size servo pulls up to 24kg-cm of torque at a speed of down to 0.09s and it features a red anodised middle heatsink section.

Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]


January 17, 2017

Trinity purple flat sensor cables

Trinity have introduced two new flat-style sensor cables in a bright purple colour. Available as 105mm and 170mm variant the cables feature industry-standard connectors, making them compatible to all current controllers and motors, and they are made using super-flexible wires, allowing for neat and easy installation.

Source: Trinity [trinityrc.net]


January 17, 2017

Exotek aluminium clamp-on fan mount

Coming from Exotek is a new aluminium clamp-on fan mount for 1/10th buggies, trucks and touring cars. Machined from aluminium and available in anodised black, blue or orange colour, the included mounting bracket has multi-mount features that allows the fan to be angled or parallel with the motor can. The angled design allows easy mounting of fans in 2WD buggies and trucks with laydown style gearboxes while for sedans the secure bracket holds the fan at a distance from the armature to avoid the magnetic fields of the motor disrupting the fans motor. The mount can also hold the fan at the end bell in cramped 4WD buggies by using camber shims for spacing. The mount is designed for use with high power 30mm fans and it fits all standard 540-sized 35.8-36mm diameter brushless motors.

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January 17, 2017

Kosciuszek & Borkowicz win at Spring Super Cup Rd1

The opening round of the Spring Super Cup Series kicked off the year with nearly 220 entries from all over Florida and the east coast in attendance for Florida’s first major race on astroturf. The weekend started off with some unscheduled rain on Friday, but luckily for the racers, round 1 was held at the massively covered Beachline Raceway in Cocoa Beach. After Saturday morning practice, racers had one qualifying round that started at 12:30pm and another round on Sunday morning. Typically, the Super Cup is a one-day affair and with only two qualifiers using both rounds to determine your overall starting position, every round of qualifying is important to make it into the A-mains. The racing was exciting and everyone got to experience a new type of racing on the astroturf. There is definitely a learning curve to running on the high grip astro, but most took it in strides and had a great time. In 2WD Modified, Florida native and local superstar Daimon Borkowicz (Team Associated) was able to TQ over teammates, Alex Kosciuszek, Paul Wynn, JR Mitch, and Jason Ruona. Unfortunately for Borkowicz, he had a poor start in the main only to battle back to regain 2nd. Taking full advantage of Borkowicz’s poor start, Alex Kosciuszek (Team Associated) would run away from the field and take the win on his first trip to Florida. Rounding out the top 3 was AE’s Paul Wynn.

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January 17, 2017

SWorkz release another S35-3 nitro buggy teaser

Following some earlier teasers, SWorkz have released another preview image of their forthcoming S35-3 1/8th nitro off-road buggy. The kit is due for a release early this year and full information should become available soon.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.com]


January 17, 2017

SWorkz S12-1 aluminium diff case cover & gear

SWorkz have new option parts for the gear differential of the S12-1 2WD buggy available in the form of an aluminium case cover and an aluminium diff case. Machined from 7075 material and coming anodised for wear the parts maximise reliability with the case cover being usable both on the standard composite and also the alloy gear case. When used in combination with the composite case, the alloy diff cover will ensure perfect gear roundness for improved durability while the alloy gear case comes in handy especially on very high bite surfaces. Both parts are available separately and they are a direct replacement for the stock items.

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January 17, 2017

Adam Drake sweeps Stadium Nitro Shootout

Dialed In Raceway played host the second annual Stadium Nitro Shootout.  The event is part of the Legendary Adelanto Grand Prix that has over 20,000 spectators. Friday’s practice was limited due to rain throughout the day, but the weather was great for the 1/8th event on Saturday. The track was fast, flowing and had huge jumps and ultimately it was Adam Drake who the 25-minute Expert Buggy and Truck finals.

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January 16, 2017

Pro Style power Robert Batlle for 2017

RC Pro Style have announced the signing of Robert Batlle to their team. The record Spanish National and former World Champion will use the company’s high-performance LiPo battery packs in 2017 and he has the following to say about the deal:

Rc Pro Style will be my new battery supplier for all classes that I race. I would like to thank Daniel for all the confidence he has placed in me and my team for this new year. I hope to be able to spread the word about this Spanish brand wherever we go!

Sourec: RC Pro Style [rcprostyle.com]


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