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April 28, 2012

MaxAmps internal plug low-resistance packs

MaxAmps announces the new internal plug option for the Race Edition 6500 7.4v 150c and the 5450 7.4v 120C LiPo packs. Unlike other bullet style connectors, there is no chance of reversing polarity since both the balancer and main Traxxas HC plugs are keyed and they are specifically designed for vehicles with longer battery trays. The balancer tap is also built into the pack and offers a very clean look, both inside and outside of your vehicle.

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April 27, 2012

Xray XCA reverse clutch set

Xray introduce the XCA centrifugal axial reverse clutch set for the NT1 200mm nitro chassis. The set includes redesigned components which create a more dynamic clutch engagement suitable for most racing conditions, such as a super-lightweight flywheel, new black reinforced clutch flyweights, new smaller and super lightweight clutch bell, smaller diameter yellow clutch shoe, new conical clutch washer spring set, and a new aluminium clutch disc. Not included are the needed pinion gears.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

April 27, 2012

EDS multi driver

The EDS multi driver is a handy wrench with a total of seven tool tips that are stored within the handle. Included in the basic set are 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm and 3.0mm hex tips as well as 3.5mm flat head and 3.0mm and 4.5mm Phillips tips. The handle is CNC-machined from aluminium and comes red anodised. Additionally available are several hex, ball hex and nut driver tool tips.

Source: Robitronic [robitronic.com]

April 27, 2012

Shepherd Velox V10 kevlar pulleys

Shepherd are happy to announce the release of the kevlar pulleys for the Velox V10 200mm nitro chassis. These low friction pulleys provide a better and smoother performance of the drivetrain and improve the acceleration due to a lower rotation mass. They are available for all pulleys except for the rear diff housing/pulley and come as set or as separate item.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

April 27, 2012

Pro-Line 1/16 2011 Camaro GS body

Pro-Line soon release the 2011 Camaro GS body shell for Traxxas’ 1/16 rally chassis. The body captures all of the racing details found on the GS racing machines, from the super-low front splitter and rear diffuser to the low-profile hood scoop. Made from clear polycarbonate the body comes with protective overspray film and includes decal sheet and window masks.

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April 27, 2012

Toedtmann takes wet West German Rd1 win

It was April weather with both rain and sunshine together that greeted the West German 1/8 nitro on-road racers who kicked-off their season at Hamm last weekend. At the end of the race day it was Thilo-Alexander Toedtmann who braved the elements, the Mugen/RB racer taking his very first victory in class 1 following his triumph winning the 2011 German class 2 Championship.

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April 26, 2012

Racers Edge 4000mah 60C Lite Series LiPo

Racers Edge introduce their 7.4V 2S 4000mAh 60C Lite series battery pack. The battery sports regular 2S dimensions, is 23mm tall and weights only 226g. Making use of the short pack cell the standard size battery lowers the overall weight of the car without the need to re-balance the vehicle. The hardcase battery comes including Deans wire set and with JST-XH style balance plug.

Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]

April 26, 2012

Víctor Peláez wins Spanish 200mm Champs Rd2

The second round of the Spanish 200mm National Championship was held in Gijón, with the weather forecast expecting rain for all the three days. This meant that all drivers had to adapt both their cars and their driving skills to all kind of situations, foreseeing that all qualifiers and all finals will be completely different one to another. Friday was useless, with the track completely wet there was no point on risking the car in free practice. Without being able to test one single minute, qualifiers started and as it was predicted they weren’t going to be easy at all. It was all about which tires worked and at what time. With the track being in a somewhat in-between state, nor flooded, nor dry, the window to choose between different tires was wide open and to make it even more interesting short moments of sun and showers took turn. TQ then went to Edu Escandón who opted for the right set of tires for the last qualifier, which strangely enough were dry tires, despite the track was still humid. Jonnhy Pastor took the runner-up sport with Luis Cayetano and Raul Casado following in third and fourth place.

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