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November 5, 2011

Ronald Volker confirmed for ATS Pilot race

The organisers of the Yokomo Asian Touring Series pilot race have confirmed that Euro Touring Series Champion and factory Yokomo/LRP driver Ronald Volker will be attending the event, which takes place from the 18th to the 20th of November. Held at the newly renovated Yatabe Arena in Tokyo, the race will attract the best drivers from Japan as well as a whole host of top international drivers, more of which will be confirmed in the coming days. The race will be open to Modified and Pro Stock, running hand out 17.5T Speedpassion motors, as well as a large number of support classes including an offroad race at the Arena’s indoor dirt track. For further information on this event, visit the official ATS site here.

November 5, 2011

Exotek F1R chassis conversion for F104

Exotek have released the F1R, the next evolution in the Exotek F1 line of chassis for the F104 and F103. In development since winter 2011 to bring you the best Tamiya chassis option for the rapidly emerging F1 class. Race proven features include a link type rear pod for exceptional rear grip with the pod including ball links and reinforced easy set side links. Optimized battery and electronics location sees the battery, ESC and receiver mounted as far back as possible to maximize the rear weight bias for improved rear traction and stability under acceleration and braking. A new bottom plate only design helps generate more steering response, which coupled with the increased rear traction creates an overall better handling car. A new alloy shock mount not only looks great but it serves a vital function as well. The weight of this part creates more rear weight bias for more on power grip and creates body roll so that it also creates more cornering/ lateral grip. On top of this it provides secure battery mounting and much easier battery removal by simply loosening the 2 mounting screws. The battery can then be lifted straight up and out without interference from the ESC or receiver.

View more images of the F1R here

November 4, 2011

Murnan Modified M21 onroad engine

Murnan Modified Motors have released this M21 on road engine which has been specially designed by Uriah Murnan and built by the Picco Factory in Italy, using their state of the art equipment. This engine claims to provide unbelievable power throughout the entire range with unmatched power in the low, middle and top end.

View more engine details here

November 4, 2011

Mon-Tech Racing F2011 body shell

Mon-Tech Racing have introduced their new F2011 1/10th scale formula body shell. Fitting the F104 chassis, the body made from 0.75mm thick polycarbonate and comes supplied with a decal sheet for around the car as well the helmet and driver stickers.

View another image of the F2011 here

November 4, 2011

KM H-K1 & MTX-5 option parts

KM Racing have released a number of new parts for their H-K1 chassis as well as the MTX-5. For the H-K1 there is a new hardened steel 2-speed adaptor, this 2nd version offers more durability and longer life. For the MTX-5 there are two different rear lower damper stays in both graphite as well as aluminium. Both versions offer 3 lower shock mount positions.

View the other parts here

November 4, 2011

Arrowmax MTX5 shock shafts

The option parts for the Mugen MTX-5 keep coming from Arrowmax with the release of this complete set of shock shafts. These shafts have been coated with titanium nitride for reduced friction and wear for a better performing shock absorber.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

November 3, 2011

Video – Pro Tips 2011 with Jilles Groskamp

Following on from our 2009 Pro Tips video series with two time Euro Touring Series winner Jilles Groskamp, we caught up with the Thailand based Dutch driver a while ago to make a follow up to these well watched videos. In the 3 part series, the Tamiya/Orion factory driver runs us through his current car and electronics as well as go into detail on his tire prep as well as building the perfect Tamiya gear diff.

Watch part 2 and 3 here

November 1, 2011

Sweep Challenge Carpet race report

The 1st annual Sweep Challenge Carpet race was held at TQ Raceway in Chino California last weekend. There were 60 drivers that generated 12 qualifying heats for the event and track owner Sean Park did a great job of creating a layout on the 90ft X 45ft sub-floored track that fostered close racing in all the classes. The Sweep QTS-32 “Real Blue” tire was used as the control tire for the event and provided superior traction and consistent lap times for all the drivers throughout the day. The most exciting race of the day was the 17.5 Expert Touring Car class which saw local hot shoe Alex Navarrete have to start last after failing to complete a qualifying round and subsequently come back to finish in 1st place ahead of the class TQ, Francis Mejia. In the end TQ ran a flawless event and the drivers enjoyed a huge raffle with prizes provided by Sweep Racing Tires and all the other event sponsors.

View the class winners here