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September 28, 2007

Carson Battery pack Accessories

Carson have released a number of new products for assembling battery packs such as these soldering connectors, available in copper, gold and platinum. Sold in packs of 8, these soldering connectors are capable of carrying very high current and due to their design ensure that you have a 100% contact to your cell, which provides a very low contact resistance. Also new from Carson are 4mm gold contacts that are sold in packs of 2x sockets, 2x connectors and shrinking tube and have been designed for optimal conductivity, due to their low contact resistance and ability to stay free of oxidation.

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September 28, 2007

Paul Wynn Joins JConcepts R&D

While this has been in place for a while now, JConcepts have announced the addition of Paul Wynn to JConcepts’ Research and Development. A recognized face in the R/C industry, Paul is one of the top on-road drivers, and with previous work experience at Schumacher USA, he is one of the best and most respected R/C car racers in the world. Paul’s knowledge and over 20 years of experience will help guide the department in planning, coordination and development of new and innovative products to add to JConcepts already successful line of kits, bodies, tires, wheels and accessories. Paul had this to say:

I am very excited to join such a fast-growing company! I love what I do and to work with a company that takes great pride in its quality and achieves such winning results with superior products is a great feeling.

Be sure to check out JConcepts great looking new website.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

September 28, 2007

KM Racing Clutch bell & Battery trays

KM Racing have informed us about some of their new and upcoming products which are suitable for a number of different 1/10th scale 200mm cars. The first product is this lightweight steel clutch bell, which is suitable for use on the Xray NT1, the many holes reduce the rotating weight of this part making for a more responsive clutch. KM have also released a number of flexible FRP fibre battery trays, one each for the Kyosho V-One, Mugen MTX4 and the Xray NT1, all of which feature machining on the underside to protect the battery tape from scuffing on the ground and all sport the KM Racing logo.

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September 28, 2007

Hobao Hyper 8.5 RTR Buggy

Hobao have released a RTR version of their European Championship winning buggy, the Hyper 8.5. This high specification 1/8th buggy features many of the details that made the this car a first time winner at the Euro champs, making it an ideal choice for anybody looking to enter the competition end of 1/8th racing and be competitive from the off. Included is the company’s latest generation Hyper 21 3-port Race engine to provide improved power and torque over standard RTR power plants. Also included is the FR2 extended chassis, big bore shocks for improved rough track handling, 9kg steering servo for heavy duty applications and racing dish wheels.

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September 28, 2007

Hudy Spring Steel Turnbuckle Wrench

Slovakian tool maker Hudy have releases 2 new additions to their extensive range with the release of these precision 4 and 5mm turnbuckle wrenches. Made from their special self-developed, world-reknown Hudy Spring Steel to ensure maximum strength, durability and long life, the turnbuckles wrench have been additionally hardened to provide unmatched life span.

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September 28, 2007

Carson HT battery charger

More stuff from Carson who have announced the release of the HT Charger, a high-tech balance charger which features up-to-date built in software to aid the charging and discharging process. The HT-charger can charge all types of rechargeable batteries and due to its integrated balancer it can also safely charge LiPo batteries. Powered by 12V, the HT features a bright blue display which can be read in direct sunlight while an integrated cooling fan provides optimal heat dissipation.

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September 28, 2007

Carson Universal Starter box

Carson have released this starter box, which thanks to its design can achieve 3 different starter wheel orientations thus enabling it to be used with both gas circuit cars and buggies. The integrated 12V starter-motor provides effortless starting of 2.5 – 4.10 ccm glow engines, making the starting of 1:10 and 1:8 on-road as well as off-road vehicles much easier. Power is supplied from inside the metal box by either lead-batteries with 12 V / 7 Ah or two racing packs with 7.2 V (sold separately) or alternatively it can be powered externally by a car battery using the supplied power cable.

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September 28, 2007

Carson Car stands and tools

German company Carson have sent us lots of stuff to get through so here is the first batch of products. First off we have this metal work stand, with blue anodised base, which features an anti slip rotating upper platform for easily working on different sides of your car. The platform also features 4 openings into which you can hold your shock absorbers as you fill them. Next up is a car stand on the other end of the price scale, featuring the Carson logo it’s made from a material similar to sponge rubber, which provides a firm stand and no slipping. Carson have also released an anti-slip pit mat (450x300mm) that due to its soft material avoids that screws and nuts roll away as well as protecting the underside of your car. Also new from the German company are a set of sturdy Allen wrenches in 1.5 mm, 2.0 mm, 2.5 mm and 3.0 mm, and a ride height gauge measuring from 3mm to 8mm in 0.5 mm increments. Finally for on your work bench there is a battery pack cooling stand that uses 2 high-quality fans to help cool down your batteries after charging or driving.

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