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July 4, 2017

Team EAM Graphene 6000mAh LiPo packs

Coming from Team EAM are the new Graphene 6000mAh standard and LCG LiPo battery packs. Both are built using high-performance 110C cells whose Graphene technology makes for a lower internal resistance and greater reliability. The packs perform better under load, making them ideal for both modified and stock racing and as an industry first, they sport balancer ports on both sided of the case. As for the weight, the 25mm standard battery weighs in at 308g while the 23mm LCG battery weighs in at 288g. Both make use of 5mm bullet type connectors, they sport side labels that will not be ripped off by battery tape and they are available now.

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July 4, 2017

David Ronnefalk sweeps Swedish 1/8th E-Buggy Nats

Hot on the heels of securing his sixth national Nitro Buggy title, HB Racing’s David Ronnefalk also came out successful at the recent 1/8th E-Buggy nationals. Held on a purpose-built track at the Boras Stadspark and in front of many spectators David took the overall TQ and also the win from Elias Johansson (Team Associated) in 2nd and David Hassel (HB Racing) 3rd.

Source: David Ronnefalk | Image: Elias Johanssen

July 4, 2017

Serpent introduce new SRX8E & Project 4X optionals

Serpent have introduced new optional parts for the SRX8E 1/8th E-buggy and the Project 4X touring car kit. Starting with the buggy related part, new are carbon fibre saddle pack battery plates for the optional saddle pack battery layout. Cut from 2mm carbon fibre the plates are an optional replacement for the standard mounts, offering improved stiffness and thus making a good alternative when more chassis rigidity is needed. The set is a direct replacement and it is available now.

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July 4, 2017

2017 UISP Outdoor Championship – Report

The recent Italian UISP Outdoor Championship was held at the Tricolore race track in Reggio Emilia on a small to medium sized track. Classes run were Touring Modified, Touring Stock 13.5T and Touring Stock 17.5T. In the premier Modified class and after a battle that was decided in the final stages of the race, it was Walter Floris (Xray) who took the win from Adalberto Zapparoli (Xray) and Luca Torreggiani.

Continue reading the report here

July 4, 2017

Tesla GT Spec 3.5cc nitro on-road engine

Capricorn have introduced their new Tesla GT Spec 3.5cc nitro on-road engine. The power plant features a redesigned piston and liner as well as upgraded bearings with the updates resulting in an improved power band, making the engine better suited for the heavier GT cars. Part of the new engine package is also a dual balanced and silicone-filled crankshaft.

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July 4, 2017

Vigor RC BD8 ball-raced anti-roll bar mounts

Vigor RC have introduced ball-raced anti-roll bar mounts for the Yokomo BD8 touring car. Machined from 7075 aluminium and coming black anodised and with silver edge details, the parts will directly attach to the car’s front and rear bulkheads and their design with ball bearings makes for greatly improved precision and smoothness, resulting in greater suspension efficiency. The parts also do away with the need to adjust the swaybar slop, making for more convenient car building, maintenance and set-up. The set includes four mount and bearing and it is usable with the original centre swaybar tube.

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July 4, 2017

Tamiya TT-02 Subaru WRX STI NBR touring car kit

Following yesterday’s semi-official announcement of the forthcoming TB Evo.7 competition touring car, Tamiya now also introduced a new entry-level kit. Coming soon is the Tamiya TT-02 Subaru WRX STI NBR 4WD touring car based on the simple and proven TT-02 4WD on-road chassis. It features a shaft-driven transmission and it comes with a highly detailed Subaru bodyshell including moulded mirrors and rear wing. The kit is rounded out by grippy slick tyres on dark multi-spoke rims and it will hit stores in August.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

July 4, 2017

Martin N.O Hansen takes Danish 1/8th IC Track title

Last weekend the 2nd round of the Danish Nitro On-road Championship was held at the small and technical track of the Odense RC Minirace club. In the 1/8th class it was again Martin N.O Hansen who set the pace, claiming the TQ position by winning all four qualifying rounds. Bo Nielsen lined up in 2nd and Henrik Christensen had to settle for the 3rd spot. Going into the 30-minute final Martin looked unbeatable, but Rasmus B. Nielsen had a rocket start from P4 and was right behind Martin on the first lap. The first four minutes saw a close battle between the two and the gap was only about 0.8 seconds. Later Martin hit a curb and went into the grass which gave Rasmus a comfortable lead that he was maintaining well. Martin was pushing in 2nd place, trying to catch up with Rasmus but the latter was able to even lap Martin, whose pit crew then decided to change the strategy, sending out Martin on different tyres. Pushing his car to the maximum Martin set a new track record while up front an unfortunate Rasmus had to retire with gearbox issues with six minutes left in the race. This allowed Martin N.0 Hansen (ARC/Novarossi/Contact) to cruise to the win some five laps in front of Bo Nielsen (Infinity/Orcan/Matrix) in 2nd and Kasper Eliasen (Shepherd/Novarossi/Contact) 3rd. With the win, Martin also secured the overall title for 2017.

Thanks to Martin N.O Hansen for the report.