June 14, 2010

Belgian Mini-Z series Rd2

Belgian Mini-Z series Rd2

Last Sunday, the third round of the Belgian Mini-Z series took place in Wommelgem and the race saw 2 classes in action, Expert GT class and Stock LM. The TQ in expert class was, with a big margin of 4 laps, was Steve Deblaere who also was able to win the 2 finals to strengthen his lead in the championship.

Continue reading the report here


June 14, 2010

Corally 10SL 200/235mm ‘Side Links’ chassis

Corally 10SL 230/235mm 'Side Links' chassis

Corally have released information about their latest release, the 10SL ‘Side Links’. Shown in prototype form, it is available in a 200mm and 235mm champions kit, in full graphite and undergoes the same transformation as their 12SL chassis, to allow the mounting of LiPo packs. By going from a T-bar to a link, or as Corally are calling it ‘Side Links’, this allows the right amount of space to mount a 1S 3.2V LiPo pack up to a 7.4V stick pack LiPo. The car also features an updated front end and stiffer rear end, compared to its predecessor, that can easily accommodate brushless motors, while a new ‘top deck’ supports to centre shock and also adds extra stiffness to the chassis.

View more images of the car here


June 14, 2010

Christer Andersson signs for Capricorn

Christer Andersson signs for Capricorn

Capricorn RC have announced that front running electric touring driver Christer Andersson has signed a 2 year deal with the Italian company to run their LAB-C01 200mm has chassis. The Finnish driver will race the car this year at the World Championships in Houston, Texas, as well as the European Championships in Sweden later in the summer.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]


June 14, 2010

Harper & Hart win BRCA TC Nats Rd2

Harper & Hart win BRCA TC Nats Rd2

Round two of this seasons BRCA 1:10 Electric touring car championship took place over the weekend at the superb Cotswold track in picturesque Gloucestershire. In the Super Touring Class Elliott Harper broke Chris Grainger’s strangle hold on the domestic UK series with a TQ and win, while in the Pro Stock class James Hart took the win for Schumacher.

Continue reading the report here


June 14, 2010

Team Orion 1100mAh Marathon LiFe RX packs

Team Orion 1100mAh Marathon LiFe RX packs

Team Orion have introduced two new LiFe receiver packs in 1100mAh to their Marathon range of batteries. Supplied in either hump or standard configuration, these 6.6V packs are lighter and safer than LiPos and remove the need for a voltage regulator. Supplied with either a BEC or UNI connector and JST-KH balancer plug.

View the standard configuration pack here


June 14, 2010

Roche Photon aluminium bumper posts

Roche Photon aluminium bumper posts

More new products from Roche for the TOP Photon with the release of these aluminum bumper posts. Red anodised, to match the rest of the car, they have been CNC machined and add strength to this critical area in the event of an impact. Sold as a pair.

Source: Roche [roche.hk]


June 14, 2010

Xray 808 air filter cover

Xray 808 air filter cover

New from Xray for their 808 chassis is this optional molded composite  cover that protects the air filter and is recommended for muddy and rainy conditions. The cover is a direct fit for the 808 low-profile air filter assembly.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


June 14, 2010

2010 SCT Jamboree at Dirt Hills Raceway

The first annual SCT Jamboree was held at Dirt Hills Raceway in Marion, Ohio on June 12, 2010. Despite rainy conditions, the race drew over 70 entries and the usual SCT classes were held including stock SCT, mod SCT, and 4×4 SCT. The race also featured an 12 and under SCT class. Rob Mangold took the win in the stock class, while Rodney Black was the winner in Mod. Don Goins took victory from the TQ in the 4×4 class and in the 12 and Under class it was Mike Bowling that emerged the winner.

View the different class winners and videos from the event here