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April 6, 2008

Van Gastel wins Dutch Nats Rd1

The first round of the Dutch 1/8th scale Nationals took place today at the AMCA track in Apeldoorn under dry but cold conditions. Qualifying for the NK class saw the pole position go to Kyosho racer Ilia van Gastel, nearly 3 seconds in front of Mugen racer Rick V in 2nd, while in the Nomac class it was Jordy Blok clear out in front with Jeroen Janken in 2nd. The NK class final was won by pole man van Gastel, while Rick maintained his 2nd position from qualifying with Serpent racer Danny Leewis bringing his car home in 3rd. The Nomac class final was again a repeat of the qualifying positions with Jordy Blok winning from the pole in front of Stefan Koenders in 2nd, moving ahead of 2nd placed qualifier Jeroen Janken who finished 3rd.

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April 6, 2008

TKO Radial/Thrust Clutch bearings

TKO Competition development have introduced a new radial / thrust design bearing (5x13x4) for use in the clutch of Losi 1/8th scale off roaders. The Patent Pending bearing has 2 seals, one blue and one black, with the blue seal facing the front of the car. These bearings have a higher RPM rating than standard 5x13s and are capable of withstanding high radial and axial loads for improved performance and life. Their 5×10 bearing has also been updated with these 2 different coloured seals.

Source: TKO [tkocompetitiondev.com]

April 5, 2008

Germany wins in battle against Holland

Last weekend at the Purmerend artificial surface track in the Netherlands was the revenge race of the Germany versus Holland event, that last year was taken by Holland. This years race was held under changing weather and some good drivers from both countries were in attendance to battle for their country’s pride. The race saw some close fights throughout the field but in the end it was Daniel Reckward that took the win, followed closely by Tim Bremicker in 2nd while 3rd spot went to Marcell Guske and these positions were enough to give the win for Germany.

Source: RMV [rmv-deutschland.de]

April 5, 2008

Hurrax Crypton 4wd buggy

We have been asked to mention the release of the Hurrax Crypton 4wd 1/5th scale buggy. After more than 2 years of development and testing the company is proud to present a completely new product, which sets new standards for durability, power train layout and variability. An artful, tried and tested all-wheel-drive concept in an exceptional quality and an excellent handling. The chosen mix of materials shows a great combination of power to weight ratio and durability, therefore the plastic parts are made of many different materials depending on their use.

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April 4, 2008

AXE Rossi 3010 3-chamber exhaust

Power Save Racing have got information about the new EFRA approved (#3010) 3-chamber buggy exhaust system from AXE Rossi. Meeting the new EFRA regulations concerning the exhaust pipes, the current European Champions now have 3-chamber pipes available for their entire range of off-road engines. This particular pipe set comes supplied with manifold, exhaust springs and exhaust seals.

Source: PSR [power-save-racing.de]

April 4, 2008

Honest Lola T92 & EX body shells

More 1/8th scale body shells, this time from Japanese firm Honest who have released 2 new versions, a Lola T92 and Lola EX. The Lola EX is your standard high downforce affair that fits easily on most 1/8th scale on road chassis’, while the Laura T92 is the second body to be seen this week with a cockpit in place of the driver. I don’t believe that either have been so far approved for racing but if you still want one, they are available now.

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April 4, 2008

The Border – Special Offer

The Border - Special Offer

Our site sponsors, The Border, have been in touch to inform our visitors once more about a great new offer that is running on their site at the moment. Selling at a fantastic price in their store now, is the Mugen MBX5T truggy, this off roader is packed with some great features and is a true competition racer. Sold as a kit, you can get yours now for the low price of only EUR 349.99, while stocks last. The Border also wanted to tell everyone that they can pre order the 1/8th scale MLC Peugeot 908 body shell, that we showed you earlier this week, on their site some time this Friday (today).

To avail of the great MBX5T offer, go here. To pre order the body shell, a link should appear here soon.

April 4, 2008

ETS Holland – Viktor Wilck confirmed

Modified top 3

The organisers of the 3rd round of the Much More backed European Touring series, that takes place at the World famous MACH track in Heemstede, just outside Amsterdam in the Netherlands on the 11th – 13th of April, are pleased to announce that with Viktor Wilck’s entry confirmed, the entire podium from both ETS Rd2 and the recent LRP Masters will be present at this round. Other confirmed entrants include German National Champion Marc Fischer, French National Champion Cyril N’Diaye, DHI Cup stock class winner Jimmy Maddison and ETS Rd2 stock class winner Nicolai Nielson.

Do you want to race against some of the World’s top touring car racers, while being commentated on by the legendary Scotty Ernst, in a fun and friendly, yet professional racing atmosphere then be sure to get your entry in for round 3 of the ETS by going here.