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February 16, 2011

Smokem Hot Bodies TCX-FX chassis

The Hot Bodies TCX gets the Smokem treatment with the TCX-FX chassis. Firstly they have reduced the width of the chassis by almost 10mm and with an overall width of only 94mm, scrubbing during hard cornering is minimized. The 2.2mm thick chassis has been designed to provide additional flex to deliver more grip and a wider tuning window so you can dial-in your car in over a wide range of temperature and track conditions. Other improvements include 2 additional LiPo support holes, which allow you to install locating nuts to bring the LiPo battery 5mm closer to the centerline of the car. We have also added front and rear balancing holes so you can balance your TCX with balance pins. All this translates to a faster car over a wider range of conditions.

View more images of the chassis here

February 16, 2011

Arrowmax MRX-5 rear CVDs

Continuing on with producing parts for the Mugen MRX-5, Arrowmax have released this rear universal joint set. Extremely durable, they are made of a very strong and long life spring steel material, while the use of a CVD helps enhance the performance of the car compared to kit standard dogbones.

Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]

February 16, 2011

Gabi Mutu wins Electric Balkans Open Rd3

Last weekend saw the 3rd round of the Electric Balkans Open series, which took place indoor at Russe in Bulgaria. The classes were 1/10 touring stock, 1/10 touring modified, 1/10 team and 1/10 beginners. The modified class was definitely the most disputed class of all, and in the qualifications it was Emil Kostadinov that took the top spot ahead of Momchil Dimitrov and Romanian driver Gabi Mutu in 3rd. In the finals, thanks to some setup modifications and good driving, Gabi managed to claim the win in not only the modified class, but stock as well.

Source: EBORC [eborc.net]

February 16, 2011

Krakonos 24 hours endurance race – Announcement

The organisers of the Krakonos 24 hours endurance race were in contact to tell us about their race that will be run from the 19-20th of March in in the big sports hall in Rtyne v Podkrkonosi, Czech Republic. The event is open 1/10 2WD pan car or GT cars and will be run on carpet. The number of teams is limited to 10 teams, which includes 6 drivers & 1 mechanic, but there is still a chance to sign in. The cars will use a 21.5T brushless motor and controlled LRP CPX tires and the race will start at 1pm on Saturday and will finish at 1pm on Sunday. Accommodation, restaurant and all service including spare parts are situated in the hall.

Source: RCA Trutnov [rcatrutnov.cz]

February 15, 2011

Teddy Syach wins Indonesian National opener

The Opening round of Indonesian EP National Championship was held in Sunter International Speedway last weekend, with perfect weather all day. The class ran were 11.5T Stock Class and Front Wheel Drive Class. In the Stock class, it was Teddy Syach who took the TQ spot with his Hot Bodies Cyclone TCX followed by Xray drivers, Rudy Budihardjo, Bowie Ginting, Asdi Nurmediana and TOP Racing driver Chandra Yosef completing the top 5. Faiza Murphy took the TQ spot on FWD class with his TOP Sabre.

Continue reading the report here

February 15, 2011

Xray extends deal with Alexander Hagberg

Xray have announced the re-signing of Swedish racer Alexander Hagberg. Signing a new 2 year contract, the 2 time European Championship runner up will continue his focus on the electric touring and gas on road classes for Xray. Here is what Alex had to say:

I have been racing for Team Xray since the start of my international racing career and have decided to continue with Xray for the next two years. Over the years we have developed a strong relationship which has helped me develop as a driver both on and off the track, and achieve some great results. I am looking forward to new challenges with Team Xray in 2011 and 2012!

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 15, 2011

Arrowmax Kyosho front CVD shafts

Arrowmax have released this front CVD driveshaft set for use with the Kyosho V-One RRR and FW-06 cars. Made from high quality spring steel, these CVD shafts are very durable. The complete set includes the drive shaft, wheel axles, which are machined on the bearing contact points for freer movement, and required hardware to assemble both shafts.

Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]

February 15, 2011

Speed Passion sign Oscar Piastri

Speed Passion have been in touch to tell us that they have signed young Australian driver Oscar Piastri to use their electronics as well as use Speed Power batteries. After securing the Australian Championship in the 10.5T touring car class at 9 years of age, the Xray driver is now setting his sights on the Modified class and looking forward to lots of fun and future success powered by Speed Passion. Oscar says “I am very excited to join the Speed Passion team and am looking forward to the challenge of racing against the top drivers in Modified”.

Source: Speed Passion [speedpassion.net]