June 5, 2012

Kyosho MP9 driveshafts & R4 RU bulkheads

Kyosho have released a number of new items for the MP9 and the V-One R4. Firstly for the MP9 there are these 3.5mm thick driveshafts which have been designed to increase reliability and to handle the increased power of today’s engines. Included in the TKI3 kit these driveshafts are available as a spare part now. For the R4 there is a new aluminium upper rear bulkhead set to strengthen and stiffen the rear of the car for increased handling and performance. Kyosho have also introduced 200000 CTS high quality silicone diff oil for the diffs of the V-One R4.

View the R4 parts here

June 5, 2012

VP Pro 1/10th buggy inserts

VP Pro have introduced new 1/10 2wd and 4wd buggy inserts, designed to provide better handling and control of cars through bumps. They are made of a light foam and adopt modern grinding tech. As a result the inserts are durable, do not break up easily and do not bounce or squirm in a crash. The insert features 18 vertical strips to the inner surface, which allows the insert to flex vertically and absorb large impacts to maintain stability.

View the front inserts here

June 4, 2012

Robert Batlle wins RC Show 2012

The First Edition of RC Show 2012 took place last weekend at the Fuencarral Track in Spain. With typical Spanish sunny weather, this Open International event brought the top national drivers in this category as well as those from other countries. RC Show´12 was a three day event, with controlled practice on Friday, qualifying on Saturday and the mains on Sunday. Also on Saturday evening after the qualification rounds, Mike Truhe and Kevin Gahan from TLR put on a great exhibition with the Losi 5T while Spanish pilot Julio Memba also put on a 3D helicopter exhibition for the crowds. Portuguese driver Miguel Matias topped qualifying and was TQ on Saturday but after Sunday’s semi finals it was the Spanish driver and current European champion Robert Batlle who put his Mugen in the top position and would go on to win, followed by TLR´s Mike Truhe with Agama driver Dani Vega completing the podium.

Source: Coches RC [cochesrc.com]

June 4, 2012

FTW Night Fox for XB9

Fresh from the FTW laboratories, the newest Night Fox body has been tailored to fit the Xray XB9. Chiseled with precision to match the unique shape of the car, this shell even accommodates the XB9’s dual rear body mount configuration. Formed from clear .040” polycarbonate it comes in clear with a protective film and molded cut lines and window masks and decal sheets are included.

Source: FTW [ftwrc.com]

June 2, 2012

David Bustos wins Spanish 4WD championship

The one and only round of the Spanish 4WD electric buggy nationals was hosted by the Club Automodelismo de Parla some 20 minutes from the centre of Madrid. The two day event started with practice on Saturday and ended with the finals on Sunday. Compared to recent years where the 4WD class struggled to attract the same amount of drivers as 2WD, this year saw a record attendance for the class. In practice one driver stood out from the rest, local hero David Bustos. Sunday was all about sunny skies and high temperatures. Bustos (Tamiya TRF502/Hobbywing) dominated the race at his home track taking three out of five qualifiers and the first two A-finals. Second place went to last year’s 4WD champion Enrique Fuciños (Schumacher CAT SX3/Speed Passion) with Zacarias Villalba (Ansmann X4/Viper R/C) taking the third place on the podium.

Many thanks to Zacarias Villalba for sending the report.

June 1, 2012

Gabriel Galeano wins Opening Big Air Race 2012

Team Mugen Racing and Pro-Line Driver Gabriel “Gabe” Galeano headed north to RCNYC, Bronx, NYC for the Opening Big Air Race 2012. The crew did an excellent job with the fresh layout for the event. Gabe was running the Tazer M3 tire during the race in his Mugen MBX6 M-Spec Eco and Mugen MBX6T M-Spec Eco, and the Sniper SC M4 in his Mugen SC-Pro 4. Gabriel did a good qualifying job, going 2nd in E-Buggy, 2nd in 4wd SCT MOD and 3rd in E-Truggy. For the A-mains Gabriel took all three of the first place trophies, finishing 1st in E-Buggy, 1st in E-Truggy and 1st in 4wd SCT Mod.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

June 1, 2012

AKA HEXlite 1:10 buggy wheels

The new AKA HEXlite 1:10 buggy wheels were designed with two things in mind, weight and durability. Both were achieved through superior engineering and use of AKA’s proprietary high-impact nylon. This combination makes them one of the lightest hex wheels on the market. Revolutionary to the 1:10 market is the optional wheel stiffener insert. It has been designed to help keep dirt from building up inside the wheel, making it go out of balance, and stiffens the already stiff wheel. HEXlite wheels spin true and balanced thanks to the quality craftsmanship of being made in the U.S.A. Available in the rear for the Associated/Kyosho/Losi and as a 2wd front for the Associated/Kyosho and Losi as well as a 4wd front for the Kyosho.

View more images of the front wheels here

June 1, 2012

Thunder Innovation THECar spring retainers

Thunder Innovation announce these aluminium shock spring retainer for JQ Product’s THECar. CNC-machined from aluminium and of a super lightweight design the retainers sport seven large diameter holes and six grooves that help to get the dirt out of the shocks while a 2mm raised collar keeps the springs in place even under severe racing conditions. The parts that are released under TI’s Alien brand are available in black and green colour.

Source: Thunder Innovation [thunderinnovation.com]

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