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August 28, 2009

Pro Tips with Jilles Groskamp – Part 4 & 5

Following on from the first three parts of our new series of videos that offers in-depth tips from pro drivers, comes the 4th and 5th part of this 5 part series with Tamiya Racing Factory team driver and new European Champion Jilles Groskamp. In these final two episode Jilles guides us through the last steps of assembling a complete Tamiya TRF416WE chassis from scratch, as well as showing us how to tweak the car to perfection and we even get to see the final product in action around the MACH track in Heemstede. Expect more Pro Tips videos in the near future.

August 28, 2009

Robitronic Large Transport bag

Manufactured from a combination of high quality materials, Robitronic’s new 1/8 bag becomes the perfect storage for an 1/8th scale buggy, truggy or even an onroader together with accessories like tyres, tools, setup-gauges and a starter box. A telescopic handle and 2 ball raced wheels allow for easy transport, while handles and straps allow for easy handling of the bag, especially when its stored in the trunk of your car. The transport bag’s five drawers are made from corrugated plastic and its coating is especially easy to clean. The outside features handy pockets for manuals, setup-tools, accessories and many other things you’ll want to have quick access to. At the top, there are 20 elastic straps to securely hold your tools and put your screwdrivers and socket wrenches straight. Behind this tool-tray, there’s another generous storage area (500x55x90mm) for additional items.

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August 28, 2009

2009 ROAR Region 4 Championships

Ocoee, Florida and Outtacontrol Raceway played host to the 2009 ROAR Region 4 Championships and JConcepts have the following report. Always an event that brings the best out in every driver within the state of Florida, the ROAR Regional’s displays the best of the best. With early wet weather conditions being a concern, the JConcepts team turned to the trusty combination of Crowbars in the buggy class and Cross Hairs in the 1/8th truck class, all in Soft Blue compound.

Continue reading the report here

August 28, 2009

KM Racing Shock Pliers & Clutch nut tool

More new items from KM Racing who have released some handy new tools. First up are these shock shaft pliers, which help grab the shaft safely and securely without scratching the surface, allowing you to easily mount the plastic ball end. Suitable for various diameter shafts. The 2nd item is a simple to use clutch spring adjustment tool. Red anodised aluminium, it features a knurled oversized head for easy adjustment of the tightest nuts, with 2 pins used to grab the slots on the nut.

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August 27, 2009

Xceed RC Silicone shock and diff oils

Xceed RC have released their new full range of silicone shock and diff oils. Using high quality oils, they are sold in 50ml bottles, which are easily squeezable and feature a good quality top for precise filling of diff cases or shock housings. Available in a wide range with the most commonly used grades available, from 300cst up to 100000cst, they are perfect for use in both on and off road.

Source: Xceed RC [xceedrc.com]

August 27, 2009

Mugen Seiki Small Carrying cases

More new items from Mugen who have released these 2 variations of their small carrying case. The outer case is made from a light grey, hard wearing material, which can be opened at one end and which sports the Mugen Seiki logo printed on the side. Inside the 370mm x 590mm x 355mm case you have the option of a 2 or 3 drawer configuration, with the 2 drawers obviously able to accept larger items. The drawers have been made from a corrugated plastic material that can be easily cleaned and sport a handle on the front and an additional hole on the other end to aid the removing of the drawer.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]

August 27, 2009

KM Racing V-One RRR Copper Battery tray

KM Racing have come out with some more parts for the Kyosho V-one RRR, with the release of this new battery tray. Made from copper, the tray brings weight to the lowest and most central point on the car, which not only helps increase chassis rigidity but also helps stop the car from traction rolling in high grip conditions. Machined with 2 grooves for tape to mount the battery, it sports the KM Racing logo engraved on the bottom.

Source: KM Racing [km-rc.com]

August 27, 2009

Viktor Wilck dominates Norwegian Nationals

The Norwegian Nationals were run last weekend at the Lorenskog Modellbiklubb track close to Oslo. International Tamiya driver Viktor Wilck was present, following his impressive performance at the off road Euros in Spain, and he took the top spot after qualifying for the Modified class. In the finals Viktor was untouchable and won all 3 legs of the A-main to take the win from Xray driver Adrian Bernsten in 2nd and Hot Bodies driver Tomy Svaasand in 3rd.

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