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August 16, 2023

Team Associated Apex2 Sport Datsun 620 RTR

In another officially licensed Datsun release, Team Associated has added the Datsun 620 truck to its highly-detailed and fun-to-drive Ready-to-Run RC car line-up. Like the Datsun 240Z and the A550 Rally Car, the track is built on the budget-friendly Apex2 Sport chassis, the Datsun 620 features some of the latest features in racing. A front and rear independent suspension with coil-over shocks and active rear toe give the Apex2 Sport the ultimate in handling on uneven tarmac. With the Datsun 620 a 1970s Japanese classic truck, this superbly designed single-piece polycarbonate body features a highly detailed decal sheet, injection-molded fender mirrors, windshield wipers, and spoiler. Modelled after wheels from that era, the 1.9 bronze-coloured turbine-style rims are the perfect fit on this realistic-looking Datsun 620. The included LiPo Combo comes with a Reedy Compact Balance Charger and Reedy 7.4V 2S LiPo Battery with T-plug.

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August 16, 2023

Exotek Losi 22S Wheelie Bar Set

New from Exotek Racing is this wheelie bar set for the Losi 22S drag car. Made of heavy duty 3mm carbon fibre with a titanium turnbuckle and nylon ends and mounts to the stock chassis and motor guard, it is extra long adjustable wheelie bar for the Losi 22S Drag car and extends from 9.5″ to 12″ (axle to axle). The longer bar gives you more stability, for straighter and faster passes without needing to let off the throttle as often compared to the stock short bar. And the flat bar designs adds limited upwards flexing which acts like a shock for softer landings on the wheelie wheels. You are able to finely adjust the wheel height via the 4mm turnbuckle or make large adjustments by adding spacers under the wheel (M3 spacers not included).

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August 15, 2023

Quek wins HobbyWing Challenge Malaysia

Xray/Hobbywing team driver Dominic Quek enjoyed victory at the HobbyWing Challenge Malaysia at SACC RC Park – the roof top track situated in Shah Alam city in the state capital of Selangor. Attracting over 100 entries from Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, and the Philippines, with no Mod Touring Car class the Singapore driver would contest FWD and secure the TQ with the fastest time from the three rounds of qualifying. Behind Malaysian driver’s Shukri would secure P2 with Esmail Apandi from Singapore third. In the double leg A-Main, Quek would lead from start to finish from the 3 Racing of Shukri with Shaikh Mohd Shahrin coming through from 7th on the grid to complete the podium on a tie-breaker with Apandi. In Pro Stock, the biggest class of the event with 38 entries, Adik Haikal took the win for 3 Racing. 13.5 Stock was won by the Yokomo of Top Qualifier Azhari Azhar while the 17.5 GT victory also went to the Top Qualifier Hafiz Shahrin.

Image: RC Planet [rcplanet.com.my]

August 15, 2023

MST MRX-S PRO 1:10 drift car kit

Drift RC specialist Max Speed Technology has announced the release of their latest innovation, the MRX S PRO RWD 1:10 drift kit which implements the Quick Change Differential system concept from the real FD/D1 drift racing. MST will continue the MRX series and release a more affordable version called the MRX S PRO, making it easier for drivers of all levels to own an MRX equipped with the Quick-change differential system. The MRX-S also includes the Quick-change differential system with 19T/21T “steel gears” and a reinforced gear diff as standard equipment. The plastic gears are now crafted from a more robust and impact-resistant material, ensuring heightened durability. All parts and OP parts of the MRX-S PRO can be used with the currently available MRX GT version.

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August 14, 2023

Nicholson defends QLD State Title

Team Yokomo’s Simon Nicholson successfully defended his 1:10 Touring Car Queensland State title over the weekend which was hosted by the Bundaberg Onroad RC Club. Winning the title in Brisbane last year ahead of Antoni Caretti, Nicholson got his 2023 RCRA SpeedyRC EP Onroad QLD State Championship off the the best possible start as he took a clean sweep of the four qualifying rounds to secure the overall TQ. Starting ahead of fellow Yokomo driver Steven Cornell with Jason Dorn lining up P3, Nicholson would continue to dominate with triple wins in the final to secure the title with Cornell and Dorn maintaining their starting positions to joining him on the Bundaberg podium. In 13.5 Stock, Lachlan Pearson took his Team Destiny chassis to the title having also started from the TQ.

Image: Team Yokomo [Facebook]

August 14, 2023

T-Works A800 Alu Adjustment Bearing Hubs

New from T-Works are these Aluminium Adjustment Bearing hubs for the Awesomatix A800R/A800 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Machined from high-quality aluminium and black anodised for wear and looks, they feature distinct white markings for accurate adjustments. The hubs are sold as a pair.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

August 14, 2023

VP-Pro M17 | T7XC | NB4 Transmitter Bags

Following on from their recent release of the Futaba 10PX transmitter bag, VP-Pro has now added three more models to the range. The new transmitter bags now ensure owners of the Sanwa M17, Futaba T7XC and Flysky NB4 can safely travel with and store their radios thanks to the inside being equipped with a pre-cut foam. All the bags include a shoulder strap for easy carrying.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]

August 13, 2023

Gruber takes ENS Round 2 victory

Capricorn’s Toni Gruber took the 1:8 victory at the second round of the ENS in the Netherlands today, the German leading home Dutch driver Jilles Groskamp at the Apeldoorn circuit. As he did at the circuit last year, Gruber would start the 45-minute final as the Top Qualifier. His third consecutive ENS TQ start, this time round the reigning 1:10 European Champion would convert the pole position into victory, setting the fastest lap of the race with his Ielasi Tuned powered LAB C804 to build up a winning margin of almost 2-laps over the Infinity of Groskamp. Winner of the Dutch ENS encounter last year, Dominic Greiner would lead for a number of laps following a tyre stop from Gruber but the former European Champion would be forced to retire as the race reached half way. With the third place qualifier out, Mugen’s Steven Cuypers, winner of the recent Dutch National Championship third round at the track, would complete the podium line-up after a strong race from 8th on the grid. Making it a Capricorn double Melvin Diekmann took the 1:10 win, his second of the season, with Tim Benson runner-up and Top Qualifier Milan Holthuis third.

Image: Jilles Groskamp [Facebook]