June 29, 2007

Trinity release the DUO Brushless Motor

Trinity DUO Brushless Motor

Trinity have announced their new DUO line of brushless motors which have been designed to be completely speed control friendly. These motors have been designed with connections for both sensor and sensorless speed controls and will work equally well with either style. You are no longer limited to motor choice because of the type of speed control you already own. Available in 3.5, 4.5 and 5.5 turn versions, expect to see them in July.

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June 29, 2007

Kyosho release Evolva & MP777 Optionals

Kyosho release Evolva & MP777 Optionals

Kyosho France have a number of new optionals for the Evolva and Inferno MP777 displayed on their website that have just been made available. First up for the Evolva are these pretty cool looking setup wheels, which are pretty unique in that its rare to see them for 1/8th circuit cars. They are sold in a set of 4, feature a rubber o-ring around the circumference and are anodised grey. Next up, again for the Evolva, are some lightweight wide off-set front wheel axles that come supplied with spacing shims, we presume to enable you to set the amount of offset required. For the MP777 come some anodised wheels nuts in brown, red and blue and also available are aluminium steering blocks, that feature nylon inserts for using smaller bearings.

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June 29, 2007

Much More Silicone Shock Oil

Much More Silicone Shock Oil

Much More have announced on their site, the release of these large format silicone oil bottles, with new style pouring cap. Previously only available from Much More in 50ml bottles, the new bottles have a 150ml capacity and come in a large range of weights, from 100 – 800cst.

Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]


June 29, 2007

Sportwerks Reaction 1/10 RTR Gas Truck

Sportwerks Reaction 1/10 RTR Gas Truck

Sportwerks have announced the release of the Reaction RTR, which has been designed to be the easiest way to get started in nitro RC. The Reaction features a push-button starting system and electric reverse so you won’t need to worry about pull cords, starter boxes or handheld starters thanks to the on-board electric motor and transmitter-activated starter. Just press the button and the engine roars to life, ready for any track or backyard. And, if you run out of fuel or get stuck, the electric reverse option lets you drive the truck back to you quickly and simply. Built on a sturdy, durable chassis, the Reaction is designed for hours of high-speed, hassle-free nitro excitement.

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June 29, 2007

TN Racing speedo heatsinks

TN Racing speedo heatsinks

Japanese company TN Racing have released this new trio of aluminium heatsinks for your speed controller. Available in dark blue, purple and light blue, you simply attach this lightweight, low profile heatsink to the top of speedo to help remove the heat that builds up in your controller.

Source: TN Racing [www2.odn.ne.jp/tnracing]


June 28, 2007

Daily News Round-up

Red RC - Daily Round-up

A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:

> RMV release their version of the VITA Truggy clutch system – Link [rmv-deutschland.de]
> RC Square release lots of new parts for the Tamiya TT-01D – Link [rc-square.com]
> King Headz release new Wheel Hubs for the XRay XT8 – Link [buggy-sport.info]
> Mirage announce that the Falcon Team Challenge will be postponed – Link [mirageracing.com]
> Team Atlas release a new range of 27T motors called Force 2007 – Link [miwahobby.co.jp]
> King Headz also release new hinge pin braces for the Losi 8ight – Link [neo-buggy.net]


June 28, 2007

Edit RC Piston Stopper & Body Markers

Edit RC Piston Stopper

After market parts maker Edit RC have announced the release of 2 new products today, the piston stopper and a set of precision body markers. First up is the piston stopper which works by locking the engines piston in place for clutch removal or to allow you to remove your flywheel. Simply remove the glow plug from the engine, screw the Piston Stopper in place, and your piston and crankshaft will be locked into position. Next up from Edit is this set of precision body markers which slip over each body post on your buggy, truck or touring car, allowing you to then place the bodyshell on the car, then press firmly but gently on the body and it will put light dimple marks on the shell indicating the body post positon. You then of course ream out these holes, perfect for mounting pre painted bodies.

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June 28, 2007

DG Tire Moisture 2.0

DG Tire Moisture 2.0

More stuff from Powers International in Japan, this time its the release of this DG tire moisture 2.0, a tyre treatment agent. Sold in an 80ml bottle, this treatment has been specially made for use with rubber tires and has been developed and tested to perform under the extreme forces seen with modern touring cars.

Source: Powers International [powers-international.com]