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May 7, 2016

Exotek Mini 8ight Rally carbon chassis & top plate

Coming from Exotek and made for the Losi Mini 8ight Rally is a carbon fibre bottom chassis plate set as well as a carbon fibre top plate. Starting with the chassis set, the bottom plate is made from 2.0mm heavy-duty carbon fibre for durability and looks. It is much stiffer than the stock plastic chassis and it uses the Mini 8ight Truggy chassis side guards for a high-performance racer look. A machined motor area allows to use larger diameter motors and the chassis includes extra mounting holes for an optional gear cover and larger 1/10th low-profile steering servos. Also included comes a machined alloy nose plate and the chassis fits the Mini 8ight Rally and Desert Truck.

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May 6, 2016

Futaba T3PV 3-channel intermediate-level radio system

Futaba have introduced the all-new T3PV 3-channel intermediate-level radio system. It features a easy-to-read screen for menu programming, a super-fast response rate, and it utilises FHSS, S-FHSS and T-FHSS protocols, making it one of the most versatile surface system. The 3PV is available with a choice of included receivers such as the R304SB telemetry receiver or the high-voltage R203GF receiver that’s an ideal match for brushless ESCs and digital servos. Steering, throttle and steering dual rate digital trims are conveniently positioned around the wheel for easy access. The nearby switch is for programming 3rd channel functions if needed. The battery compartment is accessed through the transmitter’s base and can hold four “AA” batteries, NiMHs or a lithium pack. The T3PV becomes available very soon.

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May 6, 2016

Capricorn LAB F1-01 V3 carbon fibre chassis set

New from Italian company Capricorn comes the V3 carbon fibre chassis for the LAB F1-01 formula car. The chassis is cut from 3mm carbon fibre and it includes a dual ball-raced single bellcrank steering assembly that features adjustable Ackermann settings to fine-tune the steering response going in and coming out of the corners. Included in the set are also a steering servo mounts for longitudinal servo mounting.

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May 6, 2016

Tekno 3×2.1 flat/tapered shock pistons

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Tekno RC have introduced new CNC-machined flat/tapered 3×2.1 shock pistons for the company’s line of 1/8th and 1/10th scale vehicles. The pistons excel when used with the NB48.3 and EB48.3 vehicles on bumpy tracks where less pack than the original 4×1.8 pistons is needed. They produce more side bite and make the vehicle more consistent on ruts and bumps. The pistons are made from self-lubricating Delrin material and they utilise a new tapered shape. The CNC pistons have triple 2.1mm holes and the total piston hole area is 10.4mm² and they can be used with all Tekno RC and other vehicles that use 16mm bore shocks.

Source: Tekno RC [teknorc.com]

May 6, 2016

Fankhauser & Seiler win at Swiss Racing Cup Rd2

Round two of the Swiss Racing Cup was held at the MRTM Lostallo track and in the 1/10th Touring category it was Patrick Fankhauser (Xray) who brought home the win from second placed Philipp Bühler (Xray) and Serpent driver Marco Licci in third. The Xray duo of Christian Lehnherr and Peter Koller would round out the top 5.

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May 6, 2016

HRC Racing HRC68026MG mini-size servo

New from HRC Racing comes the HRC68026MG aluminium case servo for 1/14th to 1/18th scale vehicles. It is of a heavy duty design with an all-alloy case and metal gears as well as dual ball bearings. Compatible with Traxxas 1/16th scale cars the servo, measuring 30x10x30mm, also fits many other mini-size vehicles.

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May 6, 2016

Dragon Stone Asian Buggy Champs – Announcement

Scotty Ernst Productions have announced the Dragon Stone Asian Buggy Championship from September 1st to 4th 2016 in Liaoyang, China. The Asian Buggy Championship is an international 1/8th Buggy event that will be held at the Dragon Stone RC Facility that includes both 1/8th offroad and onroad tracks as well as all the amenities a racer would want. Some of the World’s top drivers have already confirmed their attendance like Ryan Maifield and Reno Savoya, with more to follow. Industry manufacturers will also be attending this event such as JConcept’s Jason and Allison Ruona and Jerome Treignier from RC Concepts among others. The Championship is open to all drivers from around the World regardless of ability. International racers attending the event will be treated to a very VIP experience such as a shuttle service to and from the track as well as an airport shuttle. Classes run include 1/8th Nitro Buggy, 1/8th Electric Buggy and 1/8th Nitro Truggy. Detailed information of the event can be found on the event website as well as on the Dragon Stone Facebook page. Racers that are interested in joining the event should email Scotty Ernst at scottyernst@gmail.com.

May 6, 2016

Blake Bell takes Protoform WCICS Touring Modified title

The Protoform Western Canadian Indoor Championship Series WCICS, which celebrated its 25th Anniversary this season, again hosted eight events across Western Canada. The Touring Modified class was dominated by Xray’s Blake Bell with a perfect top 4 record of four TQs and four wins. Team Xray’s Danny Buck finished 2nd overall, and Awesomatix’s Wayne Mah came in 3rd. In their best season yet the series grew 34 percent over last year and the 2016/17 season will begin September 23rd in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Source: WCICS [wcics.ca]