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August 8, 2011

Mikael Johansson sweeps Swedish Cup Rd3

The third round of the Swedish Cup for 1/10 scale electric off-road buggies took place at the Green Hill Astro turf track in Stockholm. Featuring a challenging layout and renown for high grip in dry and a slippery surface in wet conditions the circuit was the perfect place for loads of racing action. The 2WD class was run on Saturday and Team Kyosho driver Mikael Johansson was able to TQ every qualifying rounds. Second on the grid for was A-finals was Johannes Edrén (Kyosho RB5 Mid special) followed by Otto Ausfelt (TLR 22), Friedrik Peters (Kyosho RB5) and Niclas Månsson (Associated B4). In the A-finals Mikael continued to dominate as he won both the first and second final. Besides Mikael the other top drivers was the same as in qualifying. See below a video of the first 2WD A-final.

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August 8, 2011

RCCA Thailand championships Rd3

The third round of the RCCA Thailand national 1/8 scale off-road championships took place at the Hobbica Circuit in Nakornpathom. Meen V. took TQ honours with his Alpha-powered Mugen but is was Charlee P. (Mugen/Alpha) who finished first some two laps ahead of Gem S. (Mugen/Maxima) and three laps in from of Champ KRT (Xray/RB). HoBao/RB driver Yuthana D. Hobao/RB finished fourth with young Thai Kevin CPK (Xray/RB) in fifth position.

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August 8, 2011

Hot Bodies TCX option parts

Coming soon from Hot Bodies are several new option parts for the TCX 1/10 scale electric touring car chassis. The longer lightweight Solid Axle Long Cup fit the front differential or spool allowing racers to use the 44mm driveshaft instead of the 46mm driveshaft. Also new are the Universal Axle Pin Cover, purple anodised aluminium collars that replace the set screw in the universal axle for a quicker rebuild and increased durability. The collar surrounds the pin and prevents it from slipping out. The part also suits the Cyclone line of touring cars. Last but not least Hot Bodies have new 6-hole 1.1mm Teflon shock pistons available. They come as a pair and also include 6.2x3x2mm spacers and shock rod guide, both made from PTFE.

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August 8, 2011

Schumacher BTCC series Rd4 report

The penultimate round of the Schumacher BTCC series took place over this last weekend at Aldershot MCC. Once again another cracking entry of 140 drivers in this hugely popular series. With the focus on good fun and great competition for the drivers they keep coming back to each race. Most of the highest level national competitors were in attendance as the race is just before the BRCA National in two weeks time. With the drivers hoping to get some good running on the Sorex 32RY control tyre which has made the series once again very easy.

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August 8, 2011

Fantom Facts Machine 2

Fantom introduce the new Facts Machine 2 electric brushless motor tester. The multi-function motor tester has the ability to accurately test brushless motors and rotors with parameters like magnetic field strength and stator resistance. The compact unit is self-contained and requires no additional power source.

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August 8, 2011

Dutch 1/8 scale nationals Rd5

Last weekend it was only a week ago when we came from the European Championship in Luxembourg but this weekend it was time for the 5th Dutch National at the beautiful track in Apeldoorn. After three rounds of qualifying Rick Vrielijnck secured himself the pole position chased by Steven Cuypers and John Ermen only 0.3 and 0.6 seconds behind on their best 7 minutes run.

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August 8, 2011

Xray RX8 aluminium front anti-roll bar mounts

The aluminium front anti-roll bar mounts for the Xray RX8 allow you to adjust the anti-roll bar independently from down stop setting, so that both settings do not interfere. The new parts also allow for wheelbase adjustments as the anti-roll bar mounts move together with the front arms, and wheelbase adjustment shims that can be added either in front of the anti-roll bar, to shorten the wheelbase, or behind the arm, to lengthen the wheelbase. The parts are CNC-machined from Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium.

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August 8, 2011

Arrowmax RX8 front universal joint set

Arrowmax release a front universal joint set for the Xray RX8. Machined from extremely durable spring steel, the light and durable parts enhance the performance of the car by avoiding the often feared chatter of the front wheels during cornering.

Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]