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July 16, 2008

Capricorn “V” Velocity Carbon tyres

Our site sponsors Capricorn RC have announced the release of their “V” Velocity Carbon tyres. Available pre mounted on 1/10th scale Velocity Carbon wheels, the tyre has been cut from a single foam sheet and not from 2 sheets and glued together like most other tyres on the market. This gives shore uniformity, better performance, constant and uniform wear as well as more selective and accurate shore matching. Available in both 26mm and 30mm they come in 35, 37, 40, 42 and 45 shores.

Source: Capricorn RC [capricornrc.com]

July 16, 2008

Protoform Mulsanne LMP 200mm body

With the new 200mm pan car class gaining popularity with every passing month Protoform is introducing a new LeMans prototype body style, the Mulsanne LMP. This body incorporates the svelte look and the flowing lines of the many “factory works prototypes” that raced in the 24hr classic in the late 90’s. It features an add-on rear spoiler extension with a gurney flap as well as a high mounted wing. A pair of injection molded wing struts are included as well. The wing profile and wing strut lengths can be trimmed to optimize handling for both carpet and paved track surfaces and it’s designed to fit all of the latest in 200mm pan car chassis. It also comes complete with wing and spoiler hardware, window masks, and protective film. The decal sheets feature two different headlamp styles.

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July 16, 2008

Mike Blackstock rejoins Team Associated

Team Associated have announced the return of multiple National Champion Mike Blackstock to its Worldwide race team. After a 2 year hiatus from the Team, Mike returns to join his new on road team mates including Juho Levanen, Keven Hebert, Rick Hohwart and Craig Drescher. In 1/10th scale touring Car, Mike will be utilizing the newly released Factory Team TC5F and TC5R, while in 1/12th scale pan car he will drive the brand-new 12R5 as well as the 10R5 in 1/10th World GT. With over 10 National titles to his credit and multiple “A” main finishes at the IFMAR World Championships, Mike is looking to put his new Associated vehicles on the podium at the upcoming International Indoor Championships, that takes place in Las Vegas in August.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

July 15, 2008

Team Orion CRF 21 Circuit engine

Team Orion have announced that the long awaited CRF 21 on road engine will begin shipping worldwide next week. 1/8th scale on-road racers demand the highest performance and consistency from their engines, and Team Orion is ready to deliver with this new engine, combining elements of the CRF technology with established standards to produce a strong engine that provides a stunning balance of consistency and power.

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July 14, 2008

Stefan Hanauer wins German 1/8th Nats

The German 1/8th scale on road Nationals were run last weekend in Ettlingen, and it was Kyosho racer Stefan Hanauer that took the title. With so many International drivers in attendance such as Michael Salven, Oliver Mack, Robert Pietsch and Andreas Hammerl, the level was very high and the competition tough. Qualifying saw Shepherd racer, and current German Champion, Robert Pietsch take pole position ahead of Mugen driver Oliver Mack, with Philip Eberle and Stefan Hanauer completing the top 4. In the final Hanauer was able to come out on top following some changes at the top and despite some late race pressure from pole man Pietsch, Hanauer could hold onto to his lead to win. Pietsch ended the race 2 seconds behind the Kyosho racer with Shepherd boss Patrick Schäfer claiming 3rd, just 7 seconds up on 4th placed finisher Andreas Hammerl.

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July 14, 2008

RB CJ004 LE .21 Circuit engine

RB Products have announced the release of the very limited edition 3.5cc RB CJ004, a sport engine for on road racers. Offering racers the opportunity to power their on road cars without spending a large amount of money, this 7 port engine features the usual ABC construction of the RB Line and is supplied with a 9mm composite carburettor.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]

July 14, 2008

Josué Artiles wins Rd3 Spanish Nats

The 3rd round of the Spanish 1/10th scale Nationals took place last weekend at the Valladolid track in the centre of the country. The weather was good all weekend, apart from some light rain on the Saturday but not enough to effect the 77 racers in attendance. Pole position went to Xray racer Eduardo Escandón, the only racer to get 17 laps in qualifying to place ahead of Xabier Arana in 2nd, Merlin racer Oscar Cabezas in 3rd and Josué Artiles in 4th. The 30 minute A-main saw all change from the starting order, with Mugen racer Artiles taking the win by over a lap from Hugo Santos in 2nd and pole man Eduardo Escandon taking 3rd, just ahead of Serpent racer Cabezas in 4th.

Source: Merlin [merlinfuel.com]

July 13, 2008

Perez wins Rd3 Brazilian Nationals

Serpent are reporting on the 3rd round of the Brazilian Nationals where Ricardo Perez driving a Serpent 720 ’08 took the win. Saturday’s qualifying saw round 2 winner and another Serpent racer Henrique Winik TQ the event ahead of Flavio Elias and Perez. The finals on Sunday, which were held in very hot conditions, saw car no.1 of Winik in top form and he was able to run a lap time below the previous record. Unfortunately engine problems would rule him out of back to back victories, but team-mate Perez took up the lead where he would stay till the end to take the win. This moves him into the lead of the standings and bring him closer to becoming 2008 Brazilian Champion.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]