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August 7, 2008

Exotek RC18R GT-Z body shell

New from Exotek for the Associated RC18R, is this GT-Z body shell, which not only looks good but also performs. This body screams performance with its high down force wing, sculpted fenders, sleek hood line and super low profile roof line. The GT-Z is designed with extra room in the wheel wells to eliminate wheel rub, a major downfall in the stock 18R bodies, which seriously destabilizes the handling. Add the included high down force wing and you’ll have the most balanced feel you’ve ever experienced with your 18R. Made in the USA of durable .03″.

Source: Exotek [exotekracing.com]

August 7, 2008

Yokomo RC10B4 Alu Hub carriers

Yokomo have released this pair of aluminium rear hub carriers for the Team Associated RC10B4 2wd buggy. Anodised blue, they come with 1 degree of toe in as standard for lower grip conditions, while for extra durability the wheel axle is mounted in a larger diameter outer bearing. Another update is that the upper camber link mount, which is now mounted from the top and can be adjusted through the use of shims which allows for quick and easy roll centre adjustment.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

August 7, 2008

HoBao Hyper 7 TQ ‘Black’ RTR buggy

Hobao have released an updated version of the hugely popular Hyper 7 TQ, which has become one of the world’s most popular ready-to-run off road buggies. The new version for 2008, the HoBao Hyper 7 TQ ‘Black’, includes larger big bore shock absorbers, a Hyper 21 Race 3-port engine, and stylish black finish aluminium chassis components.

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August 7, 2008

Alien Power Warp Brushless motors

Alien Power have announced the release of 2 new competition brushless motors, called the Warp. Available in both 3.5T and 4.5T, the motors have been developed specifically for modified racing and both come with 12.7mm standard size sintered rotor that feature an integrated cooling fan. Optional rotors are available, in 12.5mm in 13.0mm, for both motors and more motors are expected to be released in the near future.

Source: Alien Power [alienpower.net]

August 7, 2008

Nosram International Power ESC

Nosram have released the successor to the popular Nosram International ESC, called the International Power. Keeping the power potentiometer for extra power in all racing classes, the digital high frequency will give you even more run time than before as well as smoother car control. This speed control offers maximum performance, top quality and best possible value for money and is the ideal product for all r/c drivers whether they are parking lot racers, hobby racers or club racers.

Source: Mirage [mirageracing.com]

August 6, 2008

Daily News Round-up

A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:

> Maifield wins 2008 Manufacturer’s Cup – Link [jconcepts.net]
> Report from the KWC World Final 2008 – Link [kyosho.de]
> Harper is European Junior Champion 2008 – Link [teamxray.com]
> Deacon clears up at Microtech SS – Link [mirageracing.com]
> Elliott Boots wins Rd6 of the DRT SS – Link [cmldistribution.co.uk]
> Boult secures Truck Class with Xray & Orion – Link [mirageracing.com]

August 6, 2008

Robin D’hondt wins Belgian Nats Rd4

The 4th round of the Belgian National Championships took place last weekend at the Roeselare track under changeable weather conditions. Qualifying saw the first round take place in dry conditions while the following 2 were wet and damp, with the fourth and final round dry again, raining near the end of the final heat, and it was Gunther Van Staey that took the TQ ahead of Robin D’hondt. Just before the 1/8th scale final it rained again and this was enough to wet the track and had racers scrambling for tires. The main final saw Robin able to take the lead after 1 lap and could drive away from Van Staey, who lost time struggling on the wrong tires. In the closing stages of the race Robin ran out of tires and had to come in for tires in the last 2 minutes to change to dry tires, yet was still able to win by 4 laps from Marc Van Passel in 2nd and Nico Vandewynckel in 3rd.

August 6, 2008

JConcepts Clash 2008 – Announcement

JConcepts Clash 2008 - Announcement

The JConcepts Clash is back for 2008. The event will take place December 12-14, 2008 and located in Coral Springs, Florida hosted by the Coral Springs R/C club. Coral Springs is approximately 30 minutes from Ft. Lauderdale international airport. This is one of the longest running clubs in Florida and has an extremely nice park located R/C track. The Clash will feature the 3 premier racing classes in the world 1/10th 2wd modified, 1/10th 4wd modified and 1/8th buggy. Watch in amazement as IFMAR World Championship TQ and ROAR National Champion Ryan Maifield takes the track in 1/8th buggy, 1/10th 4wd and 1/10th 2wd classes. In addition to the IFMAR based classes a host of other classes are available such as Enduro electric truck and Enduro buggy (J82) as well as electric 1/8th 4wd buggy, which will feature 20 minute A-mains.

For more information go to the JConcepts Clash site here.