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August 19, 2010

Steele successfully defends Irish 200mm title

Team Shepherd driver Chris Steele has successfully defended his Irish 1:10 200mm National Championship title continuing his 100% winning form as the fifth round took competitors to Northern Ireland. Racing at the tight Ballymoney circuit, Steele maintained his perfect qualifying record to secure his fifth TQ honour of the season ahead of the returning Mark Gilliland. Leading the 30 minute encounter from start to finish Steele set the fastest lap to take his Murnan Modified RB powered Velox V10 to a 4 lap winning margin. Making it a 1-2 for Shepherd, teenager Darren Gibb took second with Gilliland’s Xray completing the podium. With the title in the bag despite two round still remaining in the 2010 Championship, Steele can now concentrate on getting married with him due to tie the knot later today (Thursday).

View the final results here

August 19, 2010

Serpent S811 suspension brackets

New for the S811 Cobra, Serpent have released these optional anodised 7075 T6 aluminium suspension brackets. Suitable for the rear side of the lower rear suspension, this part offer a very strong and stiff alternative to the standard part and also accepts the standard composite inserts too.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

August 19, 2010

Hiro Seiko Spektrum wheel adapter

New from Hiro Seiko is this adapter for DX3S and DX3E that allows racers that use these Spektrum brand transmitters to mount the company’s line of aluminium steering wheels.

Source: Hiro Seiko [hiro-seiko.com]

August 19, 2010

Derek McCloskey joins Serpent off road team

Team Serpent Ireland are delighted to announce the signing of Derek McCloskey to head their efforts in the Irish 1:8 Off Road competition scene using the new Cobra S811. A multiple champion in electric 1:10 Off Road, the experienced off and onroad racer will debut the buggy this weekend at the penultimate round of the Irish National Championships at the BADMCC track in Northern Ireland as part of his preparations for a full 2011 season campaign. Having tested the buggy at the astro turf Navan Nitro track, which hosts the sixth & final round of this year’s Championship on September 5th, McCloskey was very complimentary of the new Serpent off road entry and is looking forward to getting up to full speed with the Billy Easton creation. Joining Serpent, McCloskey will run Mega engines and use Merlin fuel.

Source: Hobbies Ireland [hobbiesireland.ie]

August 18, 2010

HB TCX HD bulkhead & motor mount

New from Hot Bodies for their TCX touring car is this optional bulkhead and motor mount set. Made from 7075 aluminium the new material used to manufacture these heavy duty parts make them a lot stronger and stiffer than the originals without adding any extra weight.

View the bulkhead here

August 18, 2010

Sweep Racing silicone fuel tube

Sweep Racing have released their new and improved silicone fuel tube. Featuring a 2.6mm inner diameter, it has been made out of an extra flexible heat resistant silicone material, functioning under most demanding conditions. Sold in 100cm (39″) lengths.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]

August 18, 2010

Serpent S811 engine mount & Alu servo posts

More new parts from Serpent for their S811 Cobra buggy with the release of this precision machined anodized T6 aluminium monoblock type engine mount. The lower mounts remains seated on the chassis, and only the upper bracket remains attached to the engine, for quick and easy engine mounting/removal. Precise positioning is achieved with steel bearing-pins and threaded holes. A super finish with extra cooling fins on the side. Serpent have also introduced precision machined and anodized aluminium servo posts, these lightweight parts replace the standard steel parts.

View the servo posts here

August 18, 2010

Pro-Line pit bag

Pro-Line has released their all new pit bag. Designed with 4 easy access drawer compartments, 5 zipper pockets and a top mounted tool pouch, the pit bag is user friendly and has enough room to store all your stuff. A collapsible pull handle and smooth rolling casters make transportation a breeze. Available in very limited quantities through Pro-Line’s website only.

View more images of the bag here