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February 19, 2011

HPI Baja 5SC SS short course truck

The 1/5th scale Baja 5SC short course truck from HPI Racing have gotten the SS treatment. The Baja 5SC SS comes as an unassembled kit that you get to build from the ground up, but this is more than just a kit version, it’s packed with extra speed and a long list of option parts. The powerplant has been upgraded to the high performance Fuelie 26s engine, coupled to a high flow aluminium tuned pipe with steel tubular header. Combined with the 8,000 RPM clutch, the Baja 5SC SS has some serious grunt to help propel it to speeds in excess of 40MPH. Need to quiet things down a bit, then they’ve also included a stock can muffler just in case.

View more details here

February 19, 2011

Much More Spain sign Javier Hidalgo

Much More Spain have announced the signing of multiple Spanish National Champion Javier Hidalgo to run their products in 2011. As a new challenge the 3-time 200mm Champion will this year take part in the Spanish EP TC Nationals as well as selected ETS races and will use the full range of Much More products including the Cell Master Legend, Power Master Legend, CTXW tire warmers Impact LiPos and more.

Source: Model Spain [modelspain.com]

February 19, 2011

Venom battery safety charge sack

Charging batteries is now safer than ever with Venom’s updated battery safety charge sack. Not only have they included high temperature fireproof thread, but Venom has also added snaps to the existing Velcro closure flap to contain fire and debris in case of a catastrophic failure. Made of flame resistant material, this sack will help protect you and surrounding areas from possible fire damage. Use the safety sack while charging, storing or transporting your battery packs. Available in 2 sizes to fit a wide range of battery packs.

Source: Venom [venom-group.com]

February 18, 2011

Bittydesign customizable buggy mud-guards

Bittydesign have released a complete line of fully customizable clear polycarbonate mud-guards. Unlike others on the market, these guards can be painted to match the body shell, which follows the Italian company’s philosophy of giving all drivers the possibility to bring more style to their model. Of course BD will also offer a special package price for people who take a painted body along with a painted mud-guard. The mud guards are available for the Losi 8ight 2.0 / 2.0EU, Hot Bodies D8, Mugen MBX-6 and Serpent Cobra, with the Kyosho MP9 TKI2 coming soon.

View the different mud guards here

February 18, 2011

Xray extend deal with Josh Wheeler

Xray have announced the re-signing of front running US racer Josh Wheeler. Josh, who was the highest placed Xray at the World Championship in Pattaya, qualifying in 16th place, had this to say about the deal:

I look forward to another great year with Xray! I am constantly impressed by the knowledge and desire to win by everyone involved. I am privileged to be a part of their program and look forward to representing them at the races. I would like to thank the whole Hudy family for all the support and giving me a chance to race another season with Xray.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 18, 2011

Hermann Saa & Patricio Concha win Pacific Cup

Last weekend the Pacific Cup was hosted in Lima, Peru with 60 racers from Peru, Ecuador, Chile, France, Spain and USA. The event organized by APERCAR had over 2500 spectators and it was a new experience to all foreign visitors mostly because of the crowd cheering and applauding competitors, thanks to their great facilities conveniently located next to the beach, a paradise for RC racing. Qualifying saw Rino Lino take the TQ spot in the 200mm class with a new track record while it was Patricio Concha that took the top spot in the GT class. The 1/10th A-main saw Hermann Saa from Ecuador take the win ahead of local racer Paul Aray in 2nd, with top qualifier Rino Lino ending up in 3rd. The GT class was won by Chilean Patricio Concha ahead of country man Marcelo Echevarria in 2nd and Enrique Hurtado in 3rd spot.

Source: Auto RC Peru [autorcperu.com]

February 18, 2011

RB EFRA 2087 pipe

The RB R&D department together with team drivers have developed a brand new EFRA legal (#2087) buggy exhaust. Having covered this before in our toy fair report, this pipe provides very smooth and manageable power, improving the torque of your engine. A big improvement has been gained on the runtime, thanks to its specific internal design. Driving on a slippery track becomes easier thanks to the very manageable power the RB EFRA 2087 provides. The pipe comes polished with shifted pressurization, 3 springs and the new long life exhaust gasket. Can be combined with RB compact manifolds 192mm, 198mm and 204mm.

Source: RB [rbproducts.com]

February 18, 2011

Lucky 7 RC air filters for THE Car

Lucky 7 RC have released a line of replacement air filters for the JQ Products THE Car. Available in packs of 4, 9 and 16, they come either dry or pre oiled. These latest foam filters add to their already available line which includes Losi/Serpent, MBX6, Proline, OS/Ofna/Mugen & RB/Xray.

Source: Lucky 7 RC [lucky7rc.com]