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October 18, 2019

O.S R2104 Hasi Tuned 3.5cc nitro on-road engine

Coming from the Hasi Tuned brand of multi-time World Championship finalist, Silvio Hächler is a new O.S. R2104 based nitro on-road engine. The power plant is made to the exact same specifications as Silvio’s race engines and professionally tuned, offering a differently timed crankshaft, a modified case and sleeve. The specifications aim to increase end speed on large tracks, giving extra power over the whole RPM range. The easily recognisable engines come with a modified cooling head and they are pre-run-in in order to offer instant and exceptional performance on the track. The 9-port engine includes a hard-coated pipe and a MR02 manifold and it is available worldwide here and in Switzerland it can also be ordered directly by contacting Silvio.

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October 18, 2019

MST EK9 & E30 RB 190mm body shells – Coming soon

MST have released first information on two forthcoming new 1/10th scale on-road body shells in the form of the EK9 and the E30 RB. Starting with the EK9, it is the follow-up model to the popular EG6 and will feature a simple integrated front bumper design, a scale front grille, enlarged rear spoiler and it was developed for 257mm wheelbase 190mm touring cars, making it ideal for the growing FWD touring cars category. The EK9 is scheduled for a release in late 2019.

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October 18, 2019

Muchmore Mega tire traction compound

Muchmore have introduced their new Mega traction compound for rubber and foam tyres. Coming in a 40ml additive applicator pen bottle, the tyre sauce will improve traction especially when running in low to medium bite conditions with the odourless formula ensuring the additive can be used indoors. Despite extracting a lot of grip from the tyres, the Mega traction compound will not increase tyre wear.

Source: Muchmore [muchmore.net]

October 18, 2019

BMT 984 & GT 18T 1st gear pinion

BMT have announced the release of a new 18T 1st gear pinion for their 984 and GT series cars. Using the gear will improve acceleration, making it the perfect option for tight and twitchy tracks. The pinion comes machined from aluminium with a hard surface coating ensuring high durability.

Source: BMT [bmt-team.com]

October 18, 2019

Max Chung wins Mini class at 2019 GIRC

The 2019 GRC International RC Car Championship was held at the GRC Circuit in South Korea, with drivers from Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Japan and Germany in attendance. In the popular Mini class, local driver Jae Kyu Kim dominated qualify to take the overall TQ with Hong Kong driver Max Chung in 2nd. In the opening A-final Kim also showed an unbeatable pace with a best lap of 19.864 and he would hold the upper hand to take the win, the second final however was crucial, as Max Chung had the hole shot and passed Kim on the inside of the first corner. Kim and Max would battle for the whole five minutes and ultimately Max crossed the line first, just 0.39s ahead of Kim. The third final was intense for both drivers, again Max had a good start and was already on the inside line in the first corner, while Kim rolled his car, putting him back to 3rd. Kim however quickly recovered and soon reclaimed 2nd position. Up front Max tried everything to hold onto the lead and he crossed the line ahead of Kim by 3.5s. Myung Kook Lee would complete the top 3 podium result.

Thanks to Max Chung for the report.

October 18, 2019

RC Maker BD9 Medius Mid CentraFlex top deck

RC Maker have introduced their new CentraFlex top deck for the Arrowmax Medius Mid conversion on the Yokomo BD9. Tested with some of the fastest Yokomo drivers in the world, RC Maker have developed optimised flex characteristics as seen from their successful Awesomatix CentraFlex. The top deck promises a big improvement in mid-exit and high speed steering while also making the car easier to drive due to the increased rigidity at the front of the top deck. The part also features a 3.5mm hole for use with a BD9 Motor-mount post. This hole is fitted to an optional Awesomatix ST019 special set screw, which allows the top deck to pivot but not flex upwards as a normal set screw would allow. Racers can also use a standard 3mm screw here to lock the top deck down. The upper deck is designed to provide ample clearance for all spur and pinion sizes and it is precision CNC machined in Australia from high quality carbon fibre.

Source: RC Maker [rcmaker.com.au]

October 18, 2019

TopRC RX8 wheel axle bearing bushings

Coming from TopRC Special Parts are new CNC-machined wheel axle bearing bushings for the Xray RX8 1/8th on-road kit. Made from a special composite material the bushings were designed to perfectly centre the bearings in order to achieve improved bearing alignment and thus less natural drivetrain drag. In addition the bushings were machined to eliminate excessive radial wheel axle play, resulting in less vibrations and thus a more precise driving feeling. The bushings come in sets of four.

Source: TopRC [toprc.eu]

October 18, 2019

Exotek B6.1 2-colour aluminium bulkhead

Exotek have introduced their new heavy duty 7075 alloy constructed 10g front bulkhead for the Team Associated B6.1, T6.1, SC6.1 as well as all other AE 6-series 2WD buggies and trucks. The bulkhead has two settings for kick up; 20 degrees and 30 degrees, depending on which direction it is mounted. The customised polished black base with blue chamfered accents goes great with stock plastic parts or after market blue parts and it offers protection from the elements.

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