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May 12, 2010

Xceed setup blocks & ride height/droop gauge

As shown for the first time at the toy fair in February, Xceed have no released their new set of set-up tools. Comprising of setup blocks together with a ride height & droop gauge, the have been CNC machined from aluminium and anodised green. The set-up blocks are suitable for 1/10th and 1/8th scale cars, they are triangular in shape with a narrow top which secures a more even surface. The ride height/droop gauge features the measurements clearly engraved on both sides of the tool for extra convenience. Available separately or as a complete set.

Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]

May 12, 2010

Hudy Team Sweaters

New from Hudy are these hooded and regular Team Sweaters made from high-quality 100% cotton fabric in a classic white or black color. Very comfortable to wear, with soft elasticized cuffs at the ends of the full-length arms, they come emblazoned with stylish Hudy logos on the front and back. Available in all popular sizes.

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May 12, 2010

MRC Super Brain 992 palm charger

MRC have released the latest addition to its line of Super Brain battery chargers, the 992. Designed from the ground up to charge all current battery chemistry types, the diminutive yet powerful AC/DC Palm Charger utilizes Accutec Lithium balancing technology that ensures precise charging and matching of individual battery pack cells, enabling maximum performance and life from each battery pack. With it’s 5-Amp maximum output, it can charge up to 10 cell NiCd/NiMh, 12V Lead Acid/Gel Cell and balance charges 1-4 cell LiPo, Li-Ion, and LiFE battery packs.

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May 12, 2010

ProTek R/C Super Pro 40 power supply

A Main Hobbies today announced their ProTek R/C “Super Pro 40” Regulated DC power supply with USB Charging Port and a total of 5 power supply outputs. The same as ProTek’s super powerful ‘Pro 40’ power supply, with the addition of four individual 16 Amp outputs, each individually switched, allowing you to easily operate all your equipment from one power supply.

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May 12, 2010

ProTek R/C Super Pro 40 power supply

A Main Hobbies today announced their ProTek R/C “Super Pro 40″ Regulated DC power supply with USB Charging Port and a total of 5 power supply outputs. The same as ProTek’s super powerful ‘Pro 40′ power supply, with the addition of four individual 16 Amp outputs, each individually switched, allowing you to easily operate all your equipment from one power supply.

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May 11, 2010

Victory for Merlin Depta at RCCM Cup

Last weekend the first round of the RCCM Cup took place on the Hildesheim track in Germany. With no opportunity to practice for the 31 starters prior to the event due to rain, the first practice heats got going on Saturday morning. Following qualification Merlin Depta took pole position with his Max powered Serpent 733. Right from the start of the final Depta pulled away and ran easily for 30 minutes finishing 7 laps in front of eventual second placed finisher Thomas Einbeck, with fellow Kyosho driver Dirk Müller in 3rd. This was the first race with the Serpent 733 for Merlin, who had never before raced in a 1/10 scale class.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

May 11, 2010

Simões & Silva take Rd2 in Portugal

Round 2 of the Portuguese EP TCC 2010 was run last week at the huge track of Maia, near Oporto. Qualification got underway with the track a little damp, but as the morning ended the track was dry and the finals were all in almost perfect conditions. Because of the weather some of the drivers chose not to take the trip to Maia, so only 22 drivers showed up. In the Stock class, it was Jorge Simões that took the TQ spot, followed by Bruno Castela and Bernardo Cosme. In the finals, Jorge converted his TQ into overall victory followed by Bruno Castela in 2nd and Bernardo Cosme in 3rd. In the Modified class, Helder Silva at his home track didn’t give a chance to anyone and got TQ and the overall win. Rúben Francisco got 2nd and Hugo Miguel was 3rd.

View the final results here

May 11, 2010

RB Starter box, plug spanner & accessories

RB have announced the release of a large number of new products beginning with this all in one starter box. Already presented at the 2010 Toy Fair in Nuremberg, its unique system allows you to change the position of the wheel from off-road to on-road easily and its large 770 motor is powerful enough to start even the most stubborn of engines. Also newly released is the light and compact fuel gun as well as a high quality steel glow plug spanner. RB have also made available this ‘Xtrem flux’ venturi set that is designed to improve the air flow in the engine. This set of 8 venturis allows you to adjust the fuel consumption and the power you need from your engine and comes with 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9mm versions. Finally, RB have introduced a line of silicone fuel tubing in 3ft, 50ft or 150ft and an engine protection set that includes caps for fuel intake, carburetor, exhaust and crankshaft.

View the other products here