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January 14, 2010

Speed Passion Cirtix Slotless sensored BL motors

Speed Passion have introduced their ‘revolutionary’ Cirtix series of 1/10th and 1/8th scale slotless sensored brushless motors. Bridging the gap between the raw power and high efficiency of a slotless motor design, and the zero cogging smooth low end of a sensored system. The best of both worlds is now here for any mod 1/10th offroad or onroad vehicle, or 1/8th buggy and truggy. The Cirtix motor series features all the incredible power and efficiency of a slotless motor design, which means more power, longer run time and less motor heat in any mod 1/10th application, as well as stronger and smoother braking. These efficiency gains no longer have to come at the expense of common sensorless ESC cogging at startup and low speeds, as the Cirtix motors are the first slotless motors compatible with any sensored ESC. When combined with Speed Passion’s newly redesigned sensored 1/8th scale ESC, the Cirtix 1/8th scale motors provide all the brutal horsepower needed in any 1/8th scale application, as well as the accuracy and control of a cog-free sensored system. Both of these new motor lines are built to ROAR legal specs, and approvals are pending at this time.

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January 13, 2010

Schumacher Precision balance pivot set

Schumacher have announced the release of this car balancing jig, which can be used with a pair of scales to accurately measure the corner weights of your Mi4LP car. This is an increasingly important set up tool with LiPo batteries and new lower weight limits and the three point balancing system eliminates any false reading caused by chassis tweak. The Mi4LP chassis all have the correct holes for the mounting of this very accurate and simple system. View an instruction of how it works here (PDF).

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

January 10, 2010

CSO 966/733 Lightweight Brake disc

New from CSO Products in Hong Kong, is this lightweight brake disc for the Serpent 966 and 733. CNC machined from high quality steel, it has been hard coated for a longer lasting finish. The machined slots and holes help cool the disc ensuring fade free braking while also preventing the brake pads from glossing over.

Source: CSO [cso.com.hk]

January 10, 2010

Kyosho’s all new Touring car

Seen for the first time in International competition, this pre-production version of the all new Kyosho Touring car is being raced at this year’s DHI Cup by European Championship finalist Christopher Krapp, who tells us that the new car is much better balanced for use with LiPos. Developed by Shin Adachi, it features bigger bore shocks, which are also longer, new shock towers front and rear, new rear hubs, new stabilizer points front and rear and a higher top deck for accommodating LiPo packs, such as the latest Team Orion version installed in his car. The motor mount is also new and brings the motor 1mm closer to the centre line for better weight distribution.

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January 9, 2010

Xceed RC 1/10th XS clutch system

Xceed RC have released the XS clutch for 1/10 gas on road cars. Extra small and light, this high performance, centrifugal clutch system fits all popular 1/10 scale gas on road cars and comprises of high quality aluminium and steel parts, superb quality yellow shoe material and flyweights. Supplied with a hard spring and top quality bearings, there are also suitable clutch bells available for Mugen, Xray, Serpent and later on Kyosho cars. These lightened bells are made from durable steel which has been precision machined for a solid bearing fit and which accept the standard gear pinions from the various brands.

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January 8, 2010

Serpent 733 Hard Nylon suspension parts

Serpent now offers hard nylon composite suspension parts for the 733 made from an extra stiff and extremely durable composite nylon, which have less flex than the standard parts. Under very high grip conditions, as well as under very high temperatures, the parts will perform best. The new parts, which are indicated with a H (hard) for easier identification, include rear lower wishbones, front lower wishbones and front upper wishbones or as a complete set of 6 pieces.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

January 8, 2010

Team Orion Marathon 1900 XL RX packs

Team Orion have developed an entirely new cell to create the largest capacity receiver pack, the Marathon 1900 XL. With the use of powerful digital servos in addition to larger and heavier cars like truggies and monster trucks, higher capacity receiver packs have become a must for nitro fans and only top-quality cells should be used to avoid loss of signal and radio glitches. Maximum capacity is a key advantage in racing and only Team Orion Marathon packs combine extreme capacity with incredible performance. Available in both flat and hump pack configurations, they also come in 1700mAh versions and with a choice of JR or BEC connectors.

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January 5, 2010

Hudy Set-Up Bag for 1/8 on-road cars

Hudy’s set-up system carrying bag for 1/8 on road cars is the perfect way to carry your set-up system with you to the track. The universal design allows you to carry most 1/8 on-road set-up systems available on the market, with a multitude of different pockets & straps to accommodate most popular components. Inside the bag, there are individual pockets and elasticized bands that can accommodate a set-up system, droop blocks & gauges, ride height gauges, set-up wheels, camber gauge and more. An isolated storage location is given for commonly-available tweak stations such as bubble-type tweak stations. Lightweight nylon for high strength and durability it features a super-modern look with stylish full-color graphics.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]