July 22, 2008

Max Power Back pressure adjustment

Back pressure adjustment

While the action on the track at this years European 1/8th scale track Championships is heating up, we took a look through the pits to see what was new here at the event. Most interesting thing being tried is this back pressure adjustment needle on the car of Massimo Fantini. Mounted in the pressure line, it can be adjusted to best suit the present conditions and is currently being tested as a way to help conserve fuel. As always at gas races conserving fuel is super important and other racers are trying similar things, with many of the front runners adopting the CRF Constant pressure device in an attempt to make the 5 minutes.

Check out our full coverage on our event site here.


July 1, 2008

Team Titan Mini Alu Fuel Filter

Team Titan Mini Alu Fuel Filter

Team Titan have released an aluminium version of their popular fuel filter. Made from 6061 aluminium and anodized in either blue or gun metal grey, it comes with an o-ring seal to prevent leaking and from coming loose during running. A high density Nylon net prevents dust getting into the engine through the fuel tube, and it is easy to open and clean inside.

Source: Team Titan [team-titan.com.tw]


June 20, 2008

Reckward Tuning 8ight Turbo Filter

Reckward Tuning 8ight Turbo Filter

New from Reckward Tuning, and made by Vita Tuning, is this Turbo filter for the Losi 8ight. Constructed out of the highest quality materials, it works with the original Losi 8ight foam filters. Using a larger inlet, the new filter delivers more air to the engine than the standard filter, providing a boost in motor performance without sacrificing filtering quality.

Source: Vita Tuning [vita-tuning.de]


June 4, 2008

Capricorn RC Turbo glow plugs

Capricorn RC Turbo glow plugs

Our site sponsors, Italian company Capricorn RC have announced the release of their own line of turbo glow plugs. Comprising of only the 2 most used types, a 6 and 7, these high quality plugs are individually packaged and are perfect for use in .12 size engines. Available now.

Source: Capricorn RC [capricornrc.com]


May 27, 2008

Serpent Centax-3 WC Clutch system

Serpent Centax-3 WC Clutch system

Serpent have introduced a new WC version of their Centax III clutch system and updated 2-speed gearbox system. The updated transmission uses the same pitch as before but has an improved tooth profile, which combined with a wider spur and pinion gear, gives better contact for better durability and power delivery. The steel clutch bell housing has also been updated with the pinions no longer forming the structure of this area but are instead attached the steel threads on the new bell. This ensures that the gears spin true and are much more resistant to any flexing in this area. As a result of this new bell, the front 2 bearings in the clutch have been changed and are now smaller in diameter compared to previous versions. The new WC transmission cannot be used together with the original spurs or pinion gears. A full range of spur gears (54T-56T, 59T-61T) and pinions (16T-18T, 21T-23T) are available separately.

Click here to see more pictures… content


May 22, 2008

Novarossi Safe Storage plugs

Novarossi Safe Storage plugs

Novarossi have released this set of 3 safe storage plugs, designed to cover all the openings on the engine. Most racers have multiple engines and this means that 1 or more engines are being stored away somewhere amongst your racing gear. A plastic bag gives some protection but it is not dust & oil proof, and that is where these plastic plugs come in. Placing them over the carburettor, fuel nipple and exhaust port, this closes the engine fully and keeps dust and debris outside the engine, and oil inside the engine. Available for both 3.5cc/4.66cc engines and 2.10cc/2.5cc engines.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.com]


May 20, 2008

Hong Nor Red Aluminum clutch shoes

Hong Nor Red Aluminum clutch shoes

Hong Nor are pleased to introduce their latest product, these new aluminium clutch shoes. Similar to those released last week by Jammin, these shoes are made from a special alloy that has been CNC machined, making them lightweight an so improving throttle response. The special alloy contains 10% silicon material that not only increase’s the clutch grip but also provides long lasting low wear. Sold as a set of 3, they come supplied with 2 sets of 1.0mm and 1.1mm springs as well as shims. Suitable for the X1X-CR, X1-CR, X1-CR-FTE, X1-RTR, X1X-RTR, X1-CRT, X1X-CRT, X1X-RTR-CRT, X1-CRT-RTR, CRT.5, CRT.5-RTR and others.

Click more to see the complete set… content


April 24, 2008

Extech Nitro X3 Clutch System

Extech Nitro X3 Clutch System

The Extech Nitro X3 Clutch System is a 3 shoe clutch that allows you 3 different spring adjustments without removing the springs and shoes. This system allowed you to easily dial in your clutch for track conditions in a very short time. Adjustments are made by removing the nut and clutch bell, then the inner adjuster is lifted up and rotated to the next position to adjust the spring tension. No more springs and shoe issues every time you need to adapt your power to changing track conditions.

Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]