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November 17, 2012

Hitec H4 DC/DC multicharger

Hitec announce their new H4 four port DC multicharger. Housed in a sleek aluminium case with backlit graphic display and four computer controlled 120W ports the charge can make use of NiMH, LiXX and Pb batteries. The 8A independent ports can also be paired into two 240W outputs for even more charging power. The charger sports the usual line of safety features, is upgradable with the latest firmware and PC-interface capable using Hitec’s own HPP-22 PC interface.

Source: Hitec [hitecrcd.com]

November 17, 2012

S-ePower Electrical Switch

The S-ePower Electrical Switch is an electronic on/off switch with build-in LiPo battery low-voltage cut off to protect receiver batteries from damage. It features an integrated battery indicator, large power switch and dimensions of 39.2×17.5×9.5mm and weights 11g. The switch is useable in a voltage range of 5V to 10V and is able to handle a peak current of 14A. Designed by Japanese company KO Propo it is a direct for the S-Workz S350 PSP radio tray and also fits many other vehicles.

Source: S-Workz [sworkz.com]

November 16, 2012

Exotek Team Durango BB shock caps

Exotek Racing introduce these shock absorber caps for Team Durango’s 1/10th big bore shock absorbers as used on the DEX210 and DEST210 line of cars. The weight optimised parts are CNC machined, come black or gold anodised in sets of four and include O-ring seals for the bleeder screw.

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November 16, 2012

RC-Trim hardware briefcase

RC-Trim introduce the hardware briefcase containers to store screws, nuts, washers and other small parts. Constructed of ultra thick plastics, fitted with durable clasps and available in two sizes, 18.3×15.7x4cm and 28.9×19.2x4cm, the containers help to keep all sorts of small parts in place during storage and transportation.

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November 16, 2012

VP Pro nitro clutch tool

New from VP Pro is this clutch tool for the use with standard off-road clutches. The compact tool makes building and maintenance fast and easy as it helps with handling the fiddly spring and clutch shoe assembly.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]

November 14, 2012

Hitec X1 MF charger

The Hitec X1 MF is a multi-chemistry charger with a single 80 watts charging port for charging rates up to 10 ampere. The beefed-up brother to the X1 AC Plus sports a rotary dial design for intuitive menu navigation and easy operation. Its features include a built-in balancer, motor RPM and servo tester. The universal balancing board supports most batteries on the market. Upgradeable firmware ensures you can keep it up to date as battery technologies evolve.

Source: Hitec [hitecrcd.com]

November 14, 2012

Off Road Wars Winter Champs Rd2 report

Last weekend the second round of the Maritime Off Road Wars Winter Championship sponsored by TLR and Horizon UK take place at the popular Chatham Dockyards indoor venue. Once again, a near full house entry with nearly 100 drivers, spanning 12 heats were greeted by a revised track layout that featured some high speed sections along with some tricky, low grip corners. A star-studded entry list saw TLR’s top European driver Darren Bloomfield take on the likes of Kyosho’s Elliott Boots and X-Factory’s Ellis Stafford. Schumacher’s established Off-Road driver Grant Williams was joined by his Top Touring Car team-mate Chris Grainger, who was once again trying his luck in the unfamiliar surroundings of electric Off-Road racing alongside 1/5th scale Champion Dave Bowen.

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November 14, 2012

Miguel Haasbroek wins South African Nationals

The 2012 South African off-road nationals was held at the Meyerton track just outside Johannesburg. Current SA champion Miguel Haasbroek (Mugen) won the final from the TQ spot followed by Mugen team mate Warren vd Merwe and Shaun Haasbroek (Associated).

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]