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December 26, 2014

Marc Rheinard fully Muchmore powered for 2015

Marc Rheinard fully Muchmore powered by 2015

Muchmore Racing have announced that current 3-time IFMAR ISTC and 2014 IFMAR 1:12 World Champion Marc Rheinard has renewed his contract with the Asian firm and that he will be also using Muchmore’s line of competition batteries from 2015, having used Thunder Power batteries for several years now. Marc, who already uses Muchmore’s electric brushless motors, speed controllers and chargers, had the following to say about the deal:

I would like to thanks Thunder Power LiPo batteries for their great support over the last years. Now is time for a change. As I’m already using the new Muchmore Racing Fleta ZX motors and Fleta ESC I made the decision to use all electric products from Muchmore Racing. I’m really happy with all Muchmore Racing products, quality, design and technical support … all is perfect and we work as a Team perfect together. Big thanks to Mr. Jang who gives me the opportunity to use the new Muchmore Racing Impact FD2 LiPo, Fleta ESC and Fleta ZX Motors in the future.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

December 26, 2014

Arrowmax 1/8th lightweight closed wheel nuts

New from Arrowmax come lightweight closed design wheel nuts for 1/8th applications. Usable on buggy, truggy and GT kits the wheel nuts machined from high-quality aluminium protect the hex adapter thread due to their enclosed design as they keep away dust, dirt and moisture. Coming in packs of two they are available in black or grey hard-coated anodising and sport a serrated rear section that grips into the wheel for added security.

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December 23, 2014

EX Lab BD7 2015 aluminium main chassis

Excellence Laboratory or EX Lab in short is a new company specialised in designing and manufacturing premium option parts for competition touring cars. Available for pre-order now is EX Lab’s first product, a special aluminium main chassis for the Yokomo BD7 2015. Milled side sections lower the battery pack and electronics by 1mm for an overall lower centre of gravity which can reduce body roll on high-traction surfaces while making the car easier to drive at the same time. The amount of cutouts in the chassis also shifts the weight distribution towards the front for improved rear stability. Additionally the chassis helps with heat dissipation from the motor while being super rigid at the same time without sacrificing forward traction and corner speed. EX Lab will have more option parts available soon for touring cars such as Xray T4 2015 and the Awesomatix A700 Evo2. Currently EX Lab is working on their website which should be up soon.

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December 23, 2014

Zen-Racing GT12 inline bellcrank conversion

Zen-Racing’s inline bellcrank conversion is a simple kit to convert the Zen RSGT12 to inline LiPo configuration with bellcrank steering arrangement. The bellcrank offers much more control over the Ackermann change and can improve the ability to run more lock and gain further corner speed on tight hairpins. Having the LiPo in-line will improve the change of direction but not increase the overall steering feel, this is complemented by using the bellcrank steering option.

Source: Zen-Racing [zen-racing.co.uk]

December 23, 2014

Mizan wins Malaysian 1/10th National Championship

Shepherd driver Mizan recently took the Malaysian National Championship title in the 1/10th Nitro Touring class with a 3rd place at the final round in Titiwangsa. Already before the event he wrapped up the overall title with three wins and three TQs in five races. Without any pressure Mizan qualified 2nd for the 45 minute main final. Half way into the race he pitted for tyres but he flamed out and lost valuable time. At the end he recovered to take the final podium spot. With his 2014 title Mizan has won the MNC three times in a row now.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

December 23, 2014

Capricorn Lab C02/03 wide front bumper

New from Capricorn comes a wide front bumper for the Lab C02 and C03 200mm nitro touring car. Sporting an aerodynamic design the bumper is compatible with all current bodyshells and it is made to improve the overall response and precision of the car’s front end.

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December 22, 2014

CS-Electronic 2S 3100mAh Heavy Duty receiver battery

New from CS-Electronic and made for the use in large scale vehicles is the 7.4V 3100mAh Heavy Duty receiver battery pack. Measuring 88×34.5x26mm and weighing in at 150g the battery is ideal for a range of touring cars, buggies and trucks and it comes pre-wired with a BEC plug, XHR balancer port and two long power wires that allow to install your preferred power connector. The 2S LiPo configuration allows the direct use with high voltage compatible receivers and servos and the battery is available now.

Source: CS-Electronic [cs-shop.de]

December 22, 2014

FVSS Velox V8 low-grip chassis & front body stabiliser

New from FVSS and Project RC comes a low-grip chassis plate for the Shepherd Velox V8 EC as well as a front body stabiliser set. Starting with the chassis, the part was designed in cooperation with Francesco Tironi to improve traction on low to medium bite tracks and for races that do not allow the use of tyre additives. Machined from Ergal 7075 material the chassis is a direct replacement for the stock part.

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