Glow plug igniters are a popular release in the last week and here is another from VP Pro racing. Featuring a compact and lightweight design its knurled metal handle is comfortable and easy to grip. Turning the igniter to light up the glow plug, it is supplied with a VP1500mAh high performance 2/3A battery.
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
New from Xceed, and made in Germany, their new range of Masterfix pipes are super strong, high performance pipes that work on the most popular model car engines like NR, Max, Picco, Mega, Sirio and more. Available for 1/10th and 1/8th on road and 1/8th off road, the pipes are CNC machined instead of being pressed into shape, the advantage being that they are stronger, consistent and a higher quality aluminium can be used. The parts of the pipes are then precision soldered together with top quality pressure nipple and flanges. The supplied springs and silicone seals are also of superb quality. Under the Xceed MF line Xceed also offer some special made exhaust mounting springs and .12 and .21 long exhaust springs in normal way and a new version which allows a nicer fit between engine and carburetor.
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The Ultimate Racing Cup took place last weekend in Barcelona close to the Olympic stadium and it was a fantastic and exciting race until the last minute. The qualifying saw the Mugen of Patxi Peñas take the pole position just ahead of Associated team driver Robert Batlle, who was making his Novarossi debut at this race. The former European Champion got the best of everyone in the semis, taking the win to line up first in the main final, in front of Yannick Aigoin, Patxi Peñas and Dani Bernabe. The final saw Patxi Peñas lead for more than half of the race but in the last minutes, Yannick Aigoin take the lead and pull out a safe gap, to win ahead of Patxi Peña in 2nd, with Bergonzoni driver Javi Puche claiming 3rd spot.
Source: Mugen Spain [mugen.es]
Newly available from Spektrum is their DX3E steering wheel transmitter. Utilising Spektrum’s innovative cutting-edge interference-free 2.4GHz DSM technology, the DX3E offers an affordable entry into the world of 2.4GHz DSM radio systems without compromising on quality or features. Futuristically styled in keeping with Spektrum’s more expensive DX3S and DX3R transmitters, the DX3E still manages to pack a whole host of adjustability into its single model memory via easy to use rotary dials and switches. Servo Reversing, Steering Rate and 3-channel end-point adjustment, the DX3E has all of the essential features that the cost-conscious user is likely to ever need. The DX3E is also great value for money as it comes complete with a DSM SR300 receiver and a single S200 Spektrum Digital Servo as well.
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New for 2010 from Savox come two new releases predominately aimed at the nitro car racer who is racing over a prolonged duration. The demands put on throttle and steering servos when mounted in nitro vehicles, can create motor heat build up when used over a prolonged period. This heat build up can on occasions cause servo problems. With these applications in mind, Savox have reduced the motor RPM a little and improved torque within their new SC1267 and SC1268 servos to make them more suitable to longer sustained usage.
Source: CML [cmldistribution.co.uk]
Speedzone releases the first ever 1S hard case saddle pack, giving all 1/12 scale T-bar car owners a true option when it comes to LiPo packs. Rather than shifting around electronics and rebalancing the car to fit a standard LiPo, a LiPo saddle pack offers up a perfect solution and a perfectly balanced 12th scale car. Naturally, this pack is not limited to 1/12 scale and can be used for all 1S applications which accept the pack’s dimensions.
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New from SMP Racing parts in Switzerland are these CVD drive shafts for the Mugen MRX-4X. Made from high quality Swiss made spring steel, they have been weight optimized and due to the way they have been machine allow a larger steering angle. The parts are made to the highest level of quality and are more durable than the standard items.
Source: SMP [smp-slide.ch]
CSO products in Hong Kong have released some more gas car options, this time for Kyosho cars. Starting with this new chassis plate, it has been made from 3.1mm thick carbon fibre and is suitable for the Kyosho V3S, 3SR and 3R Evo 2 WC. For the 1/8th scale Evolva, CSO have also introduced a new range of hard coated 7075 T6 aluminium clutch pinions.
