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June 18, 2009

Rick V joins SchepisModel team

Joining an already strong team that includes Walter Salemi and Guiseppe D’angelo, Dutch driver Rick V has been confirmed as joining the SchepisModel team. The European finalist and factory Mugen driver will participate in this years European 1/10th scale Championships in Gubbio Italy and 1/8th scale World Championships in Lostallo, Switzerland using the SM-Boss engines designed and tuned by Mario Rossi. Prior to this Rick had been running JP engines in his 1/8th scale and Mugen Ninja engines in his 1/10th scale.

Source: SchepisModel [schepismodel.it]

June 18, 2009

Alien Power H-Energy 5200mAh LiPo pack

Alien Power have introduced these new H-Energy 7.4V 5200mAh competition LiPo packs. Featuring a 25C rating, they are mounted in a hard case to protect against impacts and are EFRA legal. The same size as a regular 6-cell configuration the pack has integrated 4mm gold connectors and balancer port.

Source: Alien Power [alienpower.net]

June 18, 2009

TABS technical tools Transmitter foam

New from TABS technical tools comes this foam wheel for both the Sanwa M11 and a second version that suits most other brand transmitters. Made from Neoprene, making it similar to the current batch of wheel rubbers, it fits perfectly over the wheel without the need for gluing and is the same diameter of the originals, but with the addition of extra nobs for better grip and feel.

For more information contact TABS directly (e-mail link).

June 18, 2009

Robitronic Transmitter Bag

Robitronic’s new transmitter bag is made of a high quality material, with its padded and rugged nylon fabric exterior, it keeps your expensive remote control safe from the elements while you carry your RC gear to the track. A reinforced shoulder strap is easy to adjust and keeps your hands free, while an additional easy-access velcro pocket takes your accessories like crystals, tx-modules, spare batteries and more.

Click here to see the bag internals

June 18, 2009

Hudy Power Tool tips

Hudy now offers a new range of power tool tips for electric screw drivers, manufactured from world-renowned Hudy spring steel and available in most popular sizes. The end of the tips are manually grounded for maximum precision and perfect fit to the fastener, and additionally heat treated and hardened for maximum life. Available in 2mm, 2.5mm & 3mm Allen, 1/16″, 5/64″ & 3/32″ Allen as well as a 4mm and 5.8mm Phillips.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

June 17, 2009

Racers Edge 30C 5200mAh LiPo pack

Racers Edge announce the release of this 30C 5200mAh LiPo battery with TRX compatible plug. This hard case 3S 11.1V battery offers superior voltage and long run times and with its dimensions, 47 x 138 x 38.3mm, make it the perfect fit for any Traxxas Stampede, Rustler or Bandit using the battery expansion kit. This pack is also a great option for 1/8th scale electric buggies, with plenty of voltage and a great 30C power rating. It uses the same balancing connection as Align or Electrifly chargers and come with a one year warranty.

Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]

June 17, 2009

ST Racing Concepts SC10 options

ST Racing Concepts have released a new range of option parts for the popular Associated SC10 as well as T4 and B4 chassis’. Made from precision CNC machined high-quality aluminium material they are available in blue, silver and red anodizing. The new parts include battery straps, front and rear shock towers, front bulkheads and front caster blocks & steering knuckles. Also new for the SC10 is the 1 deg. rear toe-In hub carriers for increased stability and traction. A set-screw over the hinge-pin design secures the hinge-pin in the hub carriers and this design prevents wear from the hinge-pins on the hub carriers and also accurately holds the 1 deg. toe-in angle.

Check out the other parts here

June 17, 2009

GRP back in business as MRP

GRP are back in business, at least as far as their tire brand is concerned, with production once again underway. Some tire ranges are available right now while others will come later in the summer and the newly name MRP S.r.l. has decided to cease its production of engines for good after the molds and machinery were destroyed. With both Gandini brothers still in charge and the staff unchanged, the tire quality will once again be top notch and they will carry through with their new pricing strategy introduced in January of this year together with sales going through their own website, expected to be online by the end of this month.

Click here to read the full statement