Coming from 3DRC and made for LRP speed controllers using round diameter power capacitors is a 3-D-printed capacitor mount. The simple design allows to attach the mount using double sided tape while the capacitor is held in place using a M3x3mm set screw, making for a more secure mounting of the otherwise hard to attach capacitor. The mount is available through 3DRC’s Shapeways store.
Round three of the increasingly successful CWIC Xray Racing Series UK was held at the Christie Miller Sports centre in Melksham, Wiltshire. Just over 100 entries were received across the classes which for the lead up to Christmas is impressive. With that racers had some great choice with other races to attend on the same day with the 12th Nationals and EWS both clashing with the CWIC XRS. As in previous rounds the ever popular ProStock 13.5 class was the most popular by a long way, attracting well over a 100 racers to the class over the series so far. Round three has seen some new faces on the podium due to some notable absences being away. Top qualifier Dan Blake converted that into an overall round three win with wins in both legs of the finals. Closely followed by Chris Gunter and Mark Giaquinto.
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Xray have introduced graphite composite steering blocks and uprights for the T4 series of touring cars. Moulded from a specially formulated compound the parts offer increased stability that leads to higher corner speeds and improved durability. The front steering blocks and rear zero degree toe hubs are usable on both the left and right hand side of the car and they are sold separately.
Serpent have announced the signing of Singapore’s Nicholas Lee to their nitro on-road team. Nicholas will campaign the company’s Viper 977 and Natrix 748 cars at the Asian FEMCA races and other events while giving on-track support together with recently signed Felix Law. Nicholas had the following to say:
I would like to thank Serpent for the opportunity and Felix for the help. I’m ready to race!
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
Keeping pit spaces more tidy and organised is now easier with the help of Xceed’s new aluminium tyre stand. Usable for Touring Car, Formula and Drift tyres the aluminium construction utilises grey anodised X-shaped aluminium side plates and inner struts that allow to fit two sets of touring car tyres in the narrow variant and two sets of wide formula tyres in the wide configuration. The set includes both sizes of struts for easy and convenient adaption.
HPI Racing have introduced the 28R Challenge tyre set. The pre-glued tyres utilise a unique blend of rubber to deliver good traction with high durability. The wheel is a 24mm with 0mm offset dish design moulded in a stiff plastic for improved high-speed stability and it features a printed HPI logo to give the wheel an unique look. The soft closed cell foam inserts used in the wheel supports the tyre uniformly to give good all-round traction and even tyre wear both indoors and outdoors. The tyres are sold in sets of four.
Source: HPI Racing [hpiracing.com]
The “The Traditional Lucia race” was held in Sweden and it saw Daniel Kobbevik taking the TQ in the 2WD Buggy class after the three qualifiers. Alexander Landen would line up second on the grid from Max Johansson in third. The opening final saw Daniel and Alexander taking off with no problems and the two were soon joined by Niclas Mansson who was able to pass Max. Daniel was keeping the lead, but made a small mistake and got placed on the wrong track segment by a marshall which cost him a lot of time, meaning the battle was now on between Alexander and Nille. They were battling for a few laps and eventually Niclas managed to make an aggressive pass in the chicane and Alexander got spun. The latter took up the chase and tried a pass at the end of the straight, but they tangled and Alexander flipped so they finished in the order of Nille first and Alexander second.
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Coming from Hudy is the new Premium ball bearing oil. The specially formulated lubricant offers ultra-smooth bearing operation thanks to a blend that greatly reduces friction while ensuring a strong lubricating film at the same time. It it recommended for the use in dusty conditions or when bearing contamination with carpet fluff is a problem and it is to be used in addition to a standard bearing oil.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
