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November 17, 2012

Hitec H4 DC/DC multicharger

Hitec announce their new H4 four port DC multicharger. Housed in a sleek aluminium case with backlit graphic display and four computer controlled 120W ports the charge can make use of NiMH, LiXX and Pb batteries. The 8A independent ports can also be paired into two 240W outputs for even more charging power. The charger sports the usual line of safety features, is upgradable with the latest firmware and PC-interface capable using Hitec’s own HPP-22 PC interface.

Source: Hitec [hitecrcd.com]

November 17, 2012

2012 World final grid complete

The grid for the 1-hour Main that will decide who will be crowned the 5th 1:10 Nitro Touring Car World Champion in Bangkok, Thailand later this evening has been finalised with two drivers progressing from the first of the Semi’s and the other 4 who join the Top 4 direct qualifiers coming from the second Semi. Following a lengthy protest over the results of the 1/4 B final officials made the unusual decision to allow Francesco Tironi, who protested that the timing had missed his second lap, start as an additional 11th car on the grid for the 30-minute encounter.

View our complete event coverage here.

November 17, 2012

Erwin Luhur wins Singapore National Champs

The eight and final round of the 2012 National Series saw Xray driver Erwin Luhur take the TQ and race after a long 45 minutes final that he ended on bald tires. Second place went to Harry Woo who finished a lap down, also with virtually no rubber left on the rims of his NT1. The podium was concluded by another Xray driver in the form of Sam Craig who ran a tire stop strategy and was very fast in the closing stages of the race. The win handed Erwin Luhur the overall championship with Nelson Lee in second place and Erwin’s Xray team mate Barry Ng.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

November 17, 2012

S-ePower Electrical Switch

The S-ePower Electrical Switch is an electronic on/off switch with build-in LiPo battery low-voltage cut off to protect receiver batteries from damage. It features an integrated battery indicator, large power switch and dimensions of 39.2×17.5×9.5mm and weights 11g. The switch is useable in a voltage range of 5V to 10V and is able to handle a peak current of 14A. Designed by Japanese company KO Propo it is a direct for the S-Workz S350 PSP radio tray and also fits many other vehicles.

Source: S-Workz [sworkz.com]

November 16, 2012

Graphic Designer position at ARRMA Durango

ARRMA Durango Ltd has an exciting career opportunity based in Ashby de la Zouch, East Midlands, for a highly talented and extremely motivated Graphic Designer. The ideal candidate will not only have a background in design in both online and offline media, but you will be familiar with, and knowledgeable about, RC model cars.

Click here to read the job description

November 16, 2012

Exotek Team Durango BB shock caps

Exotek Racing introduce these shock absorber caps for Team Durango’s 1/10th big bore shock absorbers as used on the DEX210 and DEST210 line of cars. The weight optimised parts are CNC machined, come black or gold anodised in sets of four and include O-ring seals for the bleeder screw.

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November 16, 2012

RC-Trim hardware briefcase

RC-Trim introduce the hardware briefcase containers to store screws, nuts, washers and other small parts. Constructed of ultra thick plastics, fitted with durable clasps and available in two sizes, 18.3×15.7x4cm and 28.9×19.2x4cm, the containers help to keep all sorts of small parts in place during storage and transportation.

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November 16, 2012

VP Pro nitro clutch tool

New from VP Pro is this clutch tool for the use with standard off-road clutches. The compact tool makes building and maintenance fast and easy as it helps with handling the fiddly spring and clutch shoe assembly.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]