December 23, 2010

Niko Cheng wins Malaysian Shepherd Cup 2010

Niko Cheng wins Malaysian Shepherd Cup 2010

The Malaysian Shepherd Cup 2010 was held recently at the Niko Race Circuit close to Johor. On Saturday heavy rain hit the track but on Sunday luckily the weather was fine and the race started at 9:30 in the morning with very traction at the beginning. After three rounds of qualifying Shepherd driver Niko Cheng claimed the third position in the grid after having some small problems lapping slower drivers. The start of the final was very smooth and Niko was able to overtake the second placed driver immediately. He chased the leader and on the third lap Niko was able to take the lead and pull away. By half way through the race he had extended his lead to two laps and slowed down a little bit for the rest of the race. After 45 min he crossed the finish line in first position, two laps in front of second placed KS Chu.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]


December 23, 2010

KM H-K1 carbon heat guard

KM H-K1 carbon heat guard

KM Racing have introduced this carbon engine heat guard plate for their H-K1 200mm chassis. To be used with the HK441V2 single piece engine block, it helps prevent the heat from the engine from affecting the receiver battery as well as the servos.

Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]


December 23, 2010

DnM Dogbone pin removal tool

DnM Dogbone pin removal tool

DnM Tech have introduced this dogbone pin removal and installation tool. A compact design for ease of transport, this user friendly tool has been heat treated for durability and black coated to prevent rusting. Simply place the end with the pin that you wish to replace into the tool and use the supplied attachments to push it out and to press fit a new one.

Source: DNM Tech [dnm-tech.com]


December 22, 2010

Huge R/C Products 5800mAh 50C LiPo

Huge R/C Products 5800mAh 50C LiPo

Huge R/C Products, from Surikarn Chaidajsuriya, has released their second LiPo pack, this 5800mAh 50C Race series 7.4v battery pack. Featuring a hard case for crash protection it comes supplied with 4mm bullet connectors.

Source: Huge [huge_rcproducts@live.com]


December 22, 2010

Exotek XXX-SCT front axle adapters for SC10 wheels

Also new from Exotek are these front axle adapters for the Losi XXX-SCT that allows you to mount readily available SC10 wheels. Made from hardened steel, they include the M4 lock nuts. Sold in a pair.

Source: Exotek [exotekracing.com]


December 22, 2010

Exotek Blitz chassis brace

New from Exotek Racing is this heavy duty alloy chassis brace for the HPI Blitz. This brace strengthens the known weakest point in the chassis and protects the front of the chassis from cracking or snapping in half. Available in anodised orange or black and is supplied with the required fasteners.

View the braces here


December 22, 2010

Dario Balestri signs for KM Racing

Dario Balestri signs for KM Racing

KM Racing have announced the signing of two times European Champion Dario Balestri. The Italian will be driving the KM H-K1 in the 1/10th scale class for the 2011/12 seasons and will be attending all the major races like IFMAR World Championship, European Championship, Italian Championship & KM Asia Cup. Continuing to use Novarossi engines, the multiple World Championship finalist formerly raced for Team Magic.

Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]


December 22, 2010

STRC Slash & Blitz turnbuckles

STRC’s CNC machined turnbuckles will help reduce the weight of your Slash 2WD or HPI Blitz, weighing in at just a hair over quarter of an ounce or only 8 grams for a complete set of six turnbuckles. They are lighter and more economical than even titanium turnbuckles. The strength of 7075-T6 provides the durability for racing and the weight reduction over the suspension components allows for a more agile handling truck, especially in ultra competitive 17.5 stock class racing. Anodized to match their current line of option parts.

View the Slash turnbuckles here