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May 18, 2011

Pro-Line TLR22 & Lazer ZX-5 BullDog shells

Pro-Line have released their BullDog shell for the Losi TLR22 in both rear and mid motor configuration. To date, all of the bodies made for this car have sacrificed looks and performance due to the dual motor configuration. If you race primarily in the mid motor or rear motor configuration PL have a body for each of those setups. The new mid motor body also features a large scoop to maximize clearance and air flow to your motor and electronics. The advanced aerodynamic properties and cab-forward styling will improve your buggies performance and turn heads. Pro-Line have also released the BullDog body to fit the Kyosho Lazer ZX-5.

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May 18, 2011

Rossetti wins 4wd National Rd3 in France

Round 3 of the French electric off road National championships were held last weekend at the Gargenville track, 50km from Paris. In the 4wd class it was Antoine Rossetti who took the win with his Yokomo B-Max4 Factory Team, having finally gotten over his bad luck seen at previous events. Current French champion Cyril Baldini driving a Durango was 2nd and Armand Latnheaume in 3rd.

Source: ART [asia-racing-team.com]

May 18, 2011

Arrowmax RX8 hollow middle shaft

Arrowmax have released this new front middle shaft for the Xray RX8. Machined from high quality spring steel, this hollow shaft claims to be lighter and more durable than the kit shaft.

Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]

May 18, 2011

Adam Drake does double at JBRL Rd2

Saturday was the second stop on Southern California’s JBRL series sponsored by Team Losi Racing. Many of the top driver’s attended in preparation for next months ROAR 1/8th fuel Nationals. Some of the nearly 200 entries included Adam Drake, Cody King, Mike Truhe, Dustin Evans, Matt Schreffler, Drew Moller, Travis Amezcua, Brent Thielke, Steven Hartson, Clint Wachter, Colby Poh, Dani Choi, Chad Bradley, Andy Smolnik and Jessie Robinson. In qualifying it was Team Losi Racing / Novarossi driver Adam Drake who set the pace in both of the expert 1/8th classes. The temperatures in sunny CA started to drop by the time the mains rolled around and the track started getting rough.

Continue reading the report here

May 18, 2011

Denney, Kinwald & Theyer take Battle in the Desert Rd1

The Battle in the Desert series kicked off round 1 at SRS Raceway in Scottsdale, AZ. In the 2wd modified class Tanner Denney sat on the TQ position with Jake “Jackie” Thayer 2nd and Brian Kinwald 3rd. As the main kicked off it was Denney taking advantage of a great start and placing his JConcepts equipped B4.1 out front. Kinwald moved into second and within striking distance but Tanner put in a complete race and crossed the finish taking a well deserved win. Dirtinator himself, Brian Kinwald finished 2nd and Billy Fischer 3rd making it a top 3 sweep for JConcepts, Punisher, Double Dees and Groovy products. Moving into modified truck, Brian Kinwald looked amazing as his JConcepts equipped, ICON powered T4.1 tackled the technical SRS track with a TQ run in qualifying. In the main “Dirt” was gone and off into the Sunset for a Modified Truck victory. JConcepts Punisher body and Double Dees tires finished off the winning ride. Last but not least, Jake Thayer put on a clinic in the 4wd modified class. Jakes favorite vehicle was on rails all day and performed flawlessly by taking the TQ and win in the competitive class. Jake’s 4wd buggy was outfitted with Punisher body and JConcepts Double Dees throughout.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

May 18, 2011

Hitec HS-5765MH giant servo

When it comes to your big RC projects, size does matter, that’s why Hitec engineered the HS-5765MH. This high voltage cousin of the popular HS-5755MG is 2-cell LiPo (7.4V) capable and features heavy duty, metal gears with a 10mm output shaft for the strength you need for the most demanding large scale applications. With 347 oz-in torque, it is tough enough to tackle the biggest RC projects including 1/5th on and off-road vehicles.

Source: Hitec [hitecrcd.com]

May 18, 2011

Exotek TEK-SCT chassis conversion

Exotek have released the ultimate conversion for your Losi Micro SCT or Micro Rally. The set includes a special 1mm small weave carbon fibre top plate and bottom plate for a more scale appearance, while the conversion also lightens the overall truck by 20%. Other features include alloy bolt-in servo mounts, adjustable finned alloy motor mount with sliding 2 piece design and adjustable position battery mounting. It also comes supplied with carbon battery strap and alloy posts, receiver mounting plate for the stock unit for a secure bolt in design and stainless steel hardware.

View more images of the conversion here

May 17, 2011

Mike Reedy (1941 – 2011)

The RC World has lost another great with the passing of legend Mike Reedy. Most famous for his motor and battery preparation, drivers running Reedy products took an unprecedented 28 World titles. A respected figure, not only for his technical prowess and his ability to spot talented drivers and take them under his wing, but he was also a great ambassador for the sport. Having battled with illness for some years, Mike passed away in the early hours of Tuesday May 17th, he was 70 years old. Our condolences go out to the Reedy family and those who knew him.

UPDATED: A message from Mike Reedy’s family

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