DnM release the version 2.0 of their clutch system for 1/10 scale 200mm nitro chassis. The updated clutch offers a more linear power supply, smoother engagement and comes with a hard anodised flywheel and pressure plate for enhanced durability. Available for Xray NT1 and Kyosho R-series chassis such as the V-OneRRR and R4.
Source: DnM Tech [dnm-tech.com]
Arrowmax have released a new 2nd gear housing for the Mugen MRX5. Machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and featuring a lightweight design the part is also much stiffer.
Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]
CSO release new option parts for the Xray RX8, Mugen MRX5 and general use. The front universal swing shafts for the RX8 are machined from high-grade spring steel, hard coated and allow the use of either wheel nuts of quick change systems to secure the tyres. Made for the RX8 and MRX5 are lightweight front oneway steel axles. Again the parts are hard coated to maximise durability. Also new are high temperature silicone engine gaskets for .12 and .21 engines. The durable purple-coloured parts make for a tight fitment of the manifold and pipe to avoid performance losses caused by insufficient sealing.
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Serpent introduce the new 733 Team Edition kit featuring many updates as used by the team and factory drivers. The kit features the new SL6 gearbox with lower inertia and new gears, a new brake disc and 3-pin type adaptor. The rear-end aluminium-rubber connector set is now a standard item and also included with the Team Edition. Other additions are an updated 75cc fuel tank with the Cobra tank-cap and seal system, the Direct Link system, a rear camber bracket that allows to run the normal rear end or the DLS rear end, new rod-type side stiffener on the gearbox side, orange anodised wheel hex and spacers, the mono-type engine mount and an updated manual. The 733 TE makes its debut at this week’s 1/10 scale 200mm Euros in Germany and will also be the team’s choice at the US Nationals later this year.
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Team Orion got in touch to tell us about their latest addition to the R10 line of 1/10 scale speed controllers. Based on the the 4-times US National Champion R10 Pro the Swiss company introduces the R10 Race 2-3S Club Racing speed controller. The speedo, that is ideal for the zero degrees fixied timing class, features the same aluminium case as the Pro offerings, the Race offers the possibility to use LiPo batteries up to 3S with a 10.5T motor limit, 5.75V/3A linear mode BEC and on-board programming of various parameters like drive mode, punch, brake and low-voltage adjustments via the on/off switch. Using the optional DSB-R programming box gives additional access to boost and turbo programmes. The new speedo also sports a special capacitor board that allows the neat and secure positioning of the capacitors that are housed in a small plastic casing. You can now also download the 2011 US Nationals winning setups used by Jared Tebo, Dustin Evans and Dakotah Phend by clicking here.
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Hot Bodies release a bunch of option parts for the TCX electric touring car in the form of a new narrow chassis, top deck, shock towers and more. The optional 2.5mm narrow chassis provides a more centralised location of the chassis components for improved performance while the 2.5mm upper deck is 0.5mm thicker than the standard deck for less torsional flex of the chassis on high-traction surfaces. To go along with the new chassis parts, Hot Bodies also release updated front and rear shock towers with shock mount holes that sit 2mm lower than on the standard items. The modifications give extra cornering grip and further tuning capabilities. Also available are new FR and RF pivot blocks with +0.5 and +1.0 degree settings, new rear pivot blocks with 3.5 and 4.0 degree settings and new 46mm universal drive shafts machines from high-quality steel for added durability.
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The fourth round of the belgian TC nationals took place at the fast Rucphen De Baanbrekers track in Holland. The fastest guys drove a lap in 14.7 seconds on this track and that is really fast. The Efra boys promised to beat that time and everyone expected Nick Joosens at his home track. Nick and Thomas Stockman were on the hunt for the first win this year and then there was also Olivier Bultynck, who switched from Corally to Yokomo and who looked very strong.
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In the build up to all major championships the person to beat is the defending champion but at this year’s 1:10 Nitro Touring European Championships this is not the case with last year’s title winner Martin Christensen missing from the 121 car field here in Ettlingen, Germany. The eighth running of the EFRA event, three of the five 200mm Euro champions are present with Team Xray’s Dirk Wischnewski, the man who lost his title to Christensen in Sweden 12-months ago, and fellow German Robert Pietsch the men everyone else is trying to match as the third day of free practice is completed.
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