Team Associated have released the TC6 screw set in lightweight blue aluminium. These 97 screws include socket head, button head and countersunk head screws, specifically M2x5 SHCS (12), M2x4 BHCS (8), M2.5×4 BHCS (3), M3x6 BHCS (22), M3x8 BHCS (9), M3x6 FHCS (38), M3x8 FHCS (2) & M3x12 FHCS (3).
Source: Associated [rc10.com]
Last weekend saw the 3rd round of Taiwan On Road National Championship take place in central Taiwan, hosted by Titan RC Track. The beautiful beach side and newly refurbished course attracted a total of 73 pilots from all around the island. Classes included 1:8th scale, 1:10th 200m and 1/10th EP 190mm and with the growing popularity of the electric power RC cars the biggest group was EP 1/10th scale which attracted 48 drivers.
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Xceed RC have released a line of 17mm Rally game tires & wheels for the 1/8th GT class. Mounted on stylish grey spoked rims, they are available in soft, medium and hard versions.
Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]
Robitronic have extended their line of Expert chargers by the LD16z and LD108z. The Expert LD 16z features an intelligent charging circuit enabling the unit to simultaneously detect even multiple errors like a broken cell, user error etc. and hence provide safe charging. Featuring a built-in AC adapter the charger is usable with 11-18V and 110-240V, incorporates a cell balancer for LiPo batteries, different charge and discharge programs and comes including power and several charging adapter wires.
S-Workz have introduced their new SST tool series. Featuring high quality hardened tips and a lightweight ergonomic handle for ease of use, they come in a wide range of sizes. Hex wrenches come in 1.5mm to 2.5mm, with the 2.0mm & 2.5mm also available in ball versions. There is also a flat head screwdriver, a 4.0mm & 6.0mm Philips driver, a 5.5mm & 7.0mm socket driver as well as a spring/caster clip hook tool.
Source: S-Workz [sworkz.com]
This year saw a tight battle at the top of the Finnish 1/10th 200mm National Championships, with 3 different race winners in four races. The first two races were held in small tracks which are more suited for Electric racing and the last two races were held in larger European type tracks. After 4 races it was a clean sweep for Mugen in the standings with Teemu Saarinen winning, Sami Munck came second and Tony Raikas third.
The hosts of the 2012 IFMAR 1/10th 200mm World Championships at RC Addict in Bangkok, Thailand were in touch to tell us about the Thailand Invitational race that they are running from the 7th to the 13th of November this year. Taking place in the same conditions as the Worlds which will also be held in November, the year after, if you are competing at this event you really need to be at this race. Having organised 3 World championships in the past you can be assured it will be a great race. It will be run to IFMAR rules and will use Maxima controlled fuel for 1/10th and Team Orion fuel for the 1/8th scale class. For more information you can contact Jarb at nitrowc2012@gmail.com
Team Durango have released some new option parts for the DNX408 to tune performance and make your ‘408 stand out from the crowd. First up are these aluminium turnbuckles which offer lower weight when compared to the standard steel part. Anodized gold they also add style to your model, when fitted they offer a massive 62% weight saving over the original components. Available in several lengths. Next up is this fuel tank lid puller set that is designed to improve access to the fuel tank during a pit stop. This part fits to the lid on your fuel tank and allows quick and easy opening ensuring quick and trouble free pit stops. It contains 4 pullers plus the screws required to mount them. Team Durango clutch springs are now available in different thicknesses (0.7mm, 0.8mm, 0.9mm & 1.0mm) allowing you to tune your clutch. The vented shock cap allows air to move in and out of the area above the shock diaphragm offering more consistent damping, especially on rough terrain. Aluminium pivot balls offer lower weight when compared to the standard steel part giving a 60% weight saving over the original. Finally these aluminium suspension arm bushings once again offer weight savings of 69% when compared to the standard steel parts.
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