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November 6, 2010

Reedy 121VR-ST Competition Nitro Engine

The long-awaited Reedy 121VR-ST Competition Nitro Engine has finally arrived. Extensively track-tested by Reedy factory drivers such as Ryan Maifield, Craig Drescher, Neil Cragg and Richard Saxton, the VR-ST incorporates state-of-the-art features in a proven package. The current 121VR engine has proven to be an economically priced, powerful race engine, but the 121VR-ST takes performance to an entirely new level with the addition of a balanced ADLC-coated crankshaft, ceramic rear bearing, lightweight piston and ADLC coated wrist pin. An ultra-lightweight heatsink head with ‘diamond cut’ fins improves cooling while lowering the center of gravity. Available in December, the 121VR-ST is a race-proven engine that is capable of producing world-class power and fuel economy with a driver-friendly linear power band.

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November 5, 2010

Team Durango ready for the Worlds in Pattaya

Sponsors of our live event coverage from Thailand, Durango sent us this report on their preparations for the big event. Even before the 1/8 Team Durango Worlds team went to the World Championship track in Pattaya, Thailand, in October, we knew that the track was hard. It is not only a hard track to drive, it is a hard track on cars. We knew from seeing how other teams’ cars suffered at the warm-up race that the chassis in particular came in for some real punishment. During our tests in October, Ryan Lutz, Hupo Honigl and Gerd Strenge were able to confirm quite how punishing the Pattaya track surface was.

Continue reading the report here

November 5, 2010

Contact RC carbon rims

Contact RC have announced a new wheel for their competition foam tyres. The New black carbon rim is made to have increased stiffness for high speed circuits. On fast tracks with high speed corners the new rim allows more precise handling, especially in long corners and fast change of direction chicanes. The material used within the wheel provides constant stiffness even in very hot conditions and the Contact RC team have been testing these rims for some time and have been very impressed by the performance.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

November 5, 2010

Pro-Line 1:10 closed cell rear inserts

Pro-Line are offering a limited availability pre production run of their 1:10 closed cell rear inserts. This new insert is perfect for use on those tracks that desire a firmer and longer lasting insert set-up.

Source: Pro Line [prolineracing.com]

November 5, 2010

Arrowmax shock absorber multi tool

The tools keep coming from Arrowmax with the introduciton of this aluminium shock absorber multi tool. Suitable for shocks from different scales and lots of different classes, this CNC machined, lightweight, convenient pliers allows you to securely grasp shock caps from 8mm to 25mm, install 4mm to 7mm pivot balls and clasp 2.5mm to 5.5mm shock rods tightly without damage. Available in purple and black.

Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]

November 4, 2010

Serpent 733 aluminium optionals

Serpent have released a whole load of new optional parts for their 733 1/10th scale 200mm chassis. First up is this precision machined aluminium servo saver assembly which strengthens the area, removes flex and gives a precision fit for the Ackermann insert. Next up are these precision machined front suspension brackets to make the front of the car stiffer. Grey anodized, the standard nylon inserts fit smoothly. The side stiffener has also been given the machined aluminum treatment, with countersunk holes, light weight and great looks it will keep the spacing between the Centax gears and 2-speed gears more constant. Finally there is the new machined monoblock engine mount, which is a very strong and durable option, creating a stiffer chassis in that area compared to the two piece engine blocks.

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November 4, 2010

Team-Powers 6200mAh 60C LiPo pack

Team-Powers have released a new 6200mAh 7.4V LiPo battery for Touring Cars and Offroad applications. Featuring a continuous discharge capacity of 60C, this competition pack features a hard case for impact protection and is supplied with bullet connectors.

Source: Team-Powers [team-powers.com]

November 4, 2010

Wayne Joelson retains SA title with Rd4 win

The 4th and final round of the 2010 South African On Road Gas Nationals took place at the TRAP facility just outside the city of Pretoria recently. Taking TQ in the 1/8th scale class, the only driver to run 18 laps in the qualifiers, was current SA Champion Wayne Joelson driving his Novarossi powered Mugen Seiki MRX4X. The final, which had to be shortened to 40 minutes due to threatening weather, saw Wayne take victory by 5 laps ahead of team mate Faizel Salie in 2nd and Serpent driver Dave Wiseman in 3rd, a lap further back. This results sees Wayne retained his drivers’ title, with Steve Munslow taking 2nd spot in the Championship.

Thanks to Wayne Joelson for the update.