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January 23, 2019

Viljami Kutvonen sweeps at FinTrack Tour Rd2

Round 2 of the FinTrack Tour was held in Kuusankoski, Finland over the weekend. In the Touring Modified class it was Mugen’s Viljami Kutvonen who would make a clean sweep in the qualifiers and finals, taking the TQs in all four rounds of qualifying and coming out on top in A1 and A2 for the overall win. Team Associated driver, Karri Salmela came in 2nd from Xray’s Joel Valander in 3rd. Miko Teponoja and Georgy Chmigal completed the top 5 result.

Image: Viljami Kutvonen

January 23, 2019

Psycho Cell Racing HP-Series LiHV batteries

Psycho Cell Racing have introduced their new high power HP-Series LiHV battery packs. Available as 8500mAh standard and 6000mAh shorty pack, the high-voltage LiPo packs are built using high-quality 120C cells for a lower internal resistance and improved power supply. What makes the batteries stand out is the fact that they are available in different sticker colour, allowing to choose a pack that best suits your personal body or chassis colour scheme. The ROAR-approved packs are available with blue, green, red, orange, yellow and fluorescent pink labels.

Source: Psycho Cell Racing [psychocellsracing.com]

January 23, 2019

Marka Racing 40mm high speed cooling fan

Available now from Marka Racing is their new brushless 40mm high speed cooling fan. The 7-blade unit is powered by a dual ball-raced brushless motor for higher torque and thus improved airflow and cooling. The 40x40x10mm fan is high-voltage compatible and it comes with a 200mm black silicone wire with universal plug

Source: Marka Racing [markaracing.com]

January 23, 2019

OfficinaRC universal LCG battery plate

OfficinaRC have announce the release of their new LCG universal battery plate, designed to get the most out of the new generation of LiPo batteries. With especially LCG batteries becoming lighter, it is often necessary to add weight to the battery side of the chassis in order to achieve a correct 50/50 left to right weight bias. OfficinaRC’s new 0.6mm brass battery plate weighs in at 32g, allowing to add substantial weight without loosing the advantages of LCG battery packs. The plate can be fixed directly to the chassis or battery, using optional ultra thin tape.

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January 23, 2019

Wild Turbo Fan Blow Harder 30mm fan

Wild Turbo Fan have introduced their new Blow Harder 30mm fan unit. The 12mm thick fan features an industry first nine exhaust fins design which generates the twisting wind pattern for focused air flow, hence more air to cool the object. With the nine exhaust fins design the support structure between the case and the core has been increased, and together with thicker side walls the case is much stronger compared to a standard 30mm fan. A round lip is also moulded into the intake side of the fan to further smooth out air flow. Last but not least, all the fan unit is manufactured with all new electronics.

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January 23, 2019

Yeah Racing YD2 aluminium rear hubs

Coming from Yeah Racing and made for the Yokomo YD2 and YD2S RWD drift cars is an aluminium rear hub set. The CNC-machined and black anodised items are direct replacements for the standard plastic parts, adding strength and cool looks while offering a multitude of upper camber link ball stud mounting positions. Machined silver edge details and etched YR logos add visual impact. The set includes two rear hubs that are usable on either side of the car.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]

January 22, 2019

2019 Apex Reedy Challenge – Report

APEX Raceway and Hobbies held the 2019 Apex Reedy Challenge this past weekend. The Snowbirds Nationals Warm-up event was formally called Thunder Jam, but it is now know as the Apex Challenge that joined the Tri-State Series including tracks from Queen City in Cincinnati, OH and SIRC in Clarksville, IN. Friday was open practice and setup. Racers pour into the Apex Raceway and began to prepare for what was sure to be a great event. Saturday was all about the business with three qualifiers and mains across seven classes including VTA, USGT, F1, Euro Truck, 12th Scale, 17.5 Touring Car, and local class SS Can-Am TC. Heavy hitters like Eric EA Anderson, Matt Lyons, Justin Lyons, and John Barron were all there to showcase and show out. But also regional hot shots like Kemp Anderson, Alan Saul, and Zac Donathen. And not to forget the local fast guys and the weekend warriors. The qualifiers were simply amazing in every class with a few surprises here and there and we got the see a possible change of the guard in many classes. TQ after three rounds of qualifier went to John Barron inn 17.5 12th scale, Matt Lyons in 17.5 TC, Eric Anderson in SS Can-Am, Zac Donathen in Euro Truck, John Barron in Formula, Kemp Anderson in USGT and Justin Lyons in USVTA.

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January 22, 2019

Absima MKS X5 HBL550 & HBL550L servos

Absima have introduced their new Absima MKS X5 HBL550 standard and HBL550L low-profile servos. Designed for no compromise competition applications the HBL550 (0.085s/38kg-cm) and HBL550L (0.06s/15kg-cm) both utilise machined all-aluminium cases with heatsink middle sections, powerful yet efficient brushless motors, sturdy metal alloy geartrains for durability and dual ball bearings for precision. The HBL550 standard size servo, best used in 1/8th and 1/10th nitro applications, is usable with 6V to 8.2V input while the HBL550L low-profile servo, ideal for 1/10th buggies and touring cars, has a 4.8V to 7.4V voltage range. Both servos sport black receiver wires for pro looks and they are available from now on.

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