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July 4, 2009

Picco P-Zero MRX-4 Transmission kit

Italian company Picco, most famous for their engines, have started a new line of optionals called ‘P-Zero optional parts’. Their first product is this lightweight transmission kit for the Mugen MRX-4 1/8th scale, the same car company head Alberto Picco used to win the recent Worlds warm up race. The set, which can also be used with the Kyosho M3 (apart from the solid rear axle), includes the front and rear axles, 4 wheel nuts, 2 front drive cups, the rear solid axle and a set of 8 shims. All parts are made with high quality material and accurately machined to ensure the best match with the current drive shafts. The P-Zero line will also soon include a 1/8th scale on-road clutch, but more details to come on that later.

Source: Picco [teampicco.com]

July 2, 2009

Kyosho Evolva M3 Evo 1/8th scale

Kyosho have introduced the updated version of their Evolva M3 1/8th scale on road car, the M3 Evo. Featuring a whole host of small changes to improve upon their World Championship winning Evolva platform, the designers addressed some of the issues with the previous car to help increase durability, add more adjustability and improve performance. With a focus on the drive train, the car sports a new 2 speed transmission, gears & shaft as well as a new centre and rear bulkheads and new rear belt. The M3 Evo also has a new chassis plate for increased flex, new more rigid lower rear suspension arms and a new rear sway bar system and lots more little changes. Expect it to hit the market mid July in time for the World Championships.

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July 2, 2009

CRC Gen-X top plate & Truer adapter

CRC have released some new items starting with this top plate for the Gen-X 12 and 10. Made from 4mm carbon fibre, this optional top plate is super rugged and is more resistant to breaking than the standard version, something that is necessary thanks to super hot motors. Supplied with 3 longer screws for mounting to the motor plate and the centre standoff. CRC have also introduced their True-all tire truer adapter, suitable for 12th, 10th, & TC. Fitting most automatic tire truers from manufacturers like Hudy, Integy, Ofna, GQ, and more, it features a steel threaded stud that will last much longer than some of the competition’s aluminium threads and the threads are even replaceable. Finally the company has released ceramic engine and clutch bearings, which they claim are far superior to the regular steel pieces that come with the engine. More RPM capability than the steel counterparts and the ceramic balls reduce rotating mass and friction.

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July 1, 2009

Sirio XXX V .12 engine

Sirio have sent us the first picture of their latest .12 engine called the XXX V. The latest evolution of their successful XXX engine, it features an updated crankcase with better strength, providing you the best performance, durability and fuel economy. Ceramic bearings and careful construction further ensure a reliable and powerful motor. Available from Monday July 6th.

Source: AMRC [amrc-rc.com]

July 1, 2009

Andy Báez does the double at Rd6 in Puerto Rico

The sixth round of the Puerto Rico Championship was held at the Barceloneta R/C track last weekend. In the 1/8 scale class it was Andy Báez who was setting the pace in qualifying, taking pole position with the only 15 lap run of the day. In the 30 minute final Andy was leading ahead of Mugen team mate Fernando Méndez and Kyosho driver Pedro Alvarado when he had his front tire come-off twice, allowing Alvarado to take the lead. Some serious recovery laps by Báez allowed him take the advantage of Alvarado’s mistakes to be able to recover and go on to take the race win by 3 laps over 2nd place Fernando Méndez with Pedro Alvarado eventually dropping back to 3rd spot.

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June 30, 2009

Racing Experience Euro Fuel & Sharp Edge tires

Racing Experience in France have released 2 new items for gas racers, the first being the announcement of their new racing fuel Hot Fire Euro, which complies with the off road rules running in some European countries where where 25% is the maximum nitro content allowed. The new lubricant package and the lower nitro gives smoother acceleration which increases drivability and reduces tire spinning which in turn improves the fuel mileage. Also new from RE are these Sharp Edge front tires that offer high grip and good steering response and have a unique construction which uses only one strip of foam that offers at least the same grip as a 37 shore but with the tire wear of a 42 shore. Made of high quality Japanese foam they come pre mounted on Kronos Titanium rims.

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June 30, 2009

ATS debut new Tire line at Lostallo

Making their debut last weekend at the Worlds warm up race in Lostallo, was this new 1/8th scale on road tire line from ATS. The as yet unnamed new product features a disk wheel with 3 slots, are very lightweight and of course come pre glued with high quality ATS foam. They took the top qualifying spot on the car of Robert Pietsch and was also being used by World Champions Lamberto Collari and Daniele Ielasi who both had bad luck in the semi finals. Expect a release this summer, as soon as they come up with a name.

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June 30, 2009

Exotek Racing TC5X LiPo Chassis

New from Exotek Racing is this LiPo chassis for the Team Associated TC5, called the TC5X. The chassis is designed and tested to equalize lateral flex, so no more inconsistent flex problems caused by 6 large battery cut out like in the stock chassis. The net result is much more predictable handling. With the unique CNC manufactured stainless steel weights your LiPo battery can be positioned to have equal left and right balance within grams without the need to add lead weight and without raising the battery up higher. The chassis has also been narrowed to 100mm wide for less chassis scrub through the corners for better corner speed, while the servo mounting has been moved forward a few mm for extra room for other electronics.

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