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February 10, 2014

Xpert RC electric on/off switch

XpertRC now have this electric on/off switch available. Working with 6V and 7.4V input the device eliminates the need to use an unreliable mechanical switch as it offers simple 1-button operation, plus it incorporates an adjustable low-battery warning for LiPo and NiMH receiver battery packs. The case features three mounting lugs that match with the personal transponder mount many radio trays offer and it can additionally mounted using a 2-hole mounting pattern in the case itself.

Source: Xpert RC [xpert-rc.com]

February 10, 2014

Xray Challenge Moravia & Slovakia Cup Rd5 – Report

The 5th round of this Winter’s Xray Challenge Moravia & Slovakia Cup took place at the Hudy Racing Arena this past weekend. The race schedule saw 3 rounds of qualifying and 3 finals. In the Modified Touring class Xray’s Martin Hudy took the winning honours in front of Marek Cerny and Jirka Vysin. Adam Janovic and Mateusz Ogonowski completed the top 5.

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February 10, 2014

RSD TC6.2 bumper and brace kit

The RSD TC6.2 bumper and brace kit from Reflex Racing is designed to add front end protection to the Team Associated TC6.2 car. By raising and elongating the bumper brace, the brace now butts up against the front bulkhead providing support to the bottom bumper screws, preventing chassis de-lamination in hard frontal collisions. Included in the set are a new foam bumper, the upper carbon fibre bumper brace and mounting hardware.

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February 10, 2014

Kyosho Plazma Ra Red 50th Anniversary Edition

Kyosho Germany introduce the Plazma Ra Red 50th Anniversary Edition 1/12th pan car kit. Building on the already known Plazma Ra kit, the Red edition comes with two optional roll dampers, optional rear wheel hubs and also an optional rear bulkhead. Otherwise the features remain the same as are the carbon fibre main chassis, symmetrical front end components, Futaba/JR compatible mini servo mounts and a large diameter ball differential.

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February 10, 2014

Titan Blitz GT 1/8 bodyshell

New from Team Titan comes the Blitz GT bodyshell for 1/8th GT cars. Mimicking a 2-door GT car, the realistic looking body is made for 320mm to 330mm wheelbase chassis, it features a rear wing support with three wing stays and the body is available moulded from regular 1.2mm or lightweight 1.0mm polycarbonate. Included are also pre-cut window masks, large diameter wing mounting hardware and two rear wings to achieve different downforce levels by simply swapping wings.

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February 9, 2014

Mike Swauger extends contract with Picco

Team Picco announce that Mike Swauger has signed an early contract extension with the Italian-based engine manufacturer. Mike’s previous contract with Picco/kevcoracing was to expire at the end of 2014, but now will continue through 2016.

Source: Picco [teampicco.com]

February 9, 2014

Daniele Ielasi joins Team BMT

Front running Italian and 2008 1/10th World Champion Daniele Ielasi has joined Team BMT for the 2014 season. After running for Shepherd for a number of years and using Capricorn cars for the past 6 months Daniele is now looking ahead to working with Italian manufacturer BMT. This is what Daniele had to say about the deal:

I am very happy to join the BMT team for 2014. Special thanks to Pasquale for the offer, a very interesting offer I could not refuse, allowing me to collaborate on a new project, backed by a big name, BMT. I am really excited about this new adventure. I also would like to thank Capricorn and especially Patrizio Rossi for their support over the past 6 months.

February 8, 2014

MD Racing F1 1/10th Formula 1 kit

MD Racing from Spain are currently working on a new 1/10th Formula 1 kit called the F14. The kit will feature a narrow, 75mm wide chassis, a sliding servo mount for easy steering Ackermann adjustment, adjustable wheelbase and a sliding rear axle mount for step-less rear axle height adjustment. The first prototype of the car, that is designed to 180mm and 190mm classes, will hit the track soon.

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