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March 4, 2010

Xray Narrow Aluminium pinion gears

Xray have introduced their new line of narrow pinions, manufactured on a specially-modified precision gear machine which has ultra-precise tolerances and assures unparalleled concentricity. After machining, the edges of pinions are chamfered and then the pinions are run in and then specially treated to give them an even hardcoating so they stay absolutely true for a long time. The pinions run great with any spur gears, and work perfectly with Xray spur gears where even throttle on/off noise nearly disappears. These new 40T, 42T, 44T, 46T, 48T and 50T 64-pitch narrow high-performance pinion gears are manufactured from special lightweight aircraft duraluminium are 1.5mm thinner and 25% lighter than the regular-size pinion gears.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 4, 2010

1/12th Euros – Practice update

Welcome to our coverage of this years 1/12th On Road European Championship from Hinckley in the UK. The first day of the championship was spent booking in and getting some familiarisation laps completed with most of the European 1/12th big guns are here including Juho Levanen, Markus Mobers, Mark Fisher, Ronald Volker and Alexander Hagberg, while providing the domestic challenge in the modified class are Andy Moore, Elliott Harper, Olly Jefferies and Chris Kerswell. A strong entry of Pro Stock drivers are also here and some of the top drivers are doubling up and contesting both classes. Updated.

Continue reading the report here

March 4, 2010

Robitronic Cube BL speed controller

Robitronic have released their all new Cube BL Modified Competition brushless speed controller, which boasts unprecedented throttle and brake control together with great current handling capabilities in a small sized package. The Cube’s impressive specs stem from it’s state-of-the-art power mosfets on a cutting edge pcb-design that takes its power handling straight up to what is technically feasible, driving even the hottest motors with minimal effort. A high-flow fan on top of the heat sink only kicks in when needed, keeping temperatures low till the final second of every heat. Additionally, a specially developed boot loader lets the user update the Cube’s firmware on his own, and the 6 integrated LEDs make the setup process a breeze.

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March 3, 2010

Reedy Turbo glow plug caddy

Reedy have released this turbo glow plug caddy. Stop rummaging around your toolbox for glow plugs, this lightweight and compact caddy allows for convenient and safe storage of up to eight turbo glow plugs. Made from black anodised aluminium, it features the Reedy logo engraved on the side.

Source: Reedy [reedypower.com]

March 3, 2010

Orcan Xray diff plate tool

German brand Orcan have released their diff plate tool specifically for those plates found in Xray T2, T3 and XII differentials. Similar to the tool available from Much More, it allows the user to evenly sand the diff plates smooth by giving the user an easy to hold handle that securely mounts the plate through the use of embedded magnets. One side is suitable for the plates in the T2 and T3 while the other is good for those in the XII.

Source: Orcan [smi-motorsport.de]

March 3, 2010

Mario Spiniello joins Hot Race tyres

Front running Team Magic/Novarossi factory driver Mario Spiniello has been in touch to tell us that he has signed a deal with Hot Race tyres. Competing at this year’s World Championships in Houston, Texas, along with the Italian National Championships, he believes his deal with Hot Race will yield some very good results results this year having already made a new lap record during testing at the L. Collari Track in Cassino in Italy, with a time of 14.991 and the only driver to run under 15 seconds. Mario also makes the change to Savox servos for the 2010 season.

March 3, 2010

Polish capital awaits Euro Touring Series fourth round

Poland plays host to the fourth round of the Xenon Racing backed Euro Touring Series this weekend as it travels to a new venue, the huge Arena Ursynow, in the city of Warsaw. The final carpet race of the 2009/2010 season before the series move outdoors for Rounds 5 & 6, the second visit to the Polish capital has attracted over 200 entries including last year’s winners Yannic Prümper and Meik Niemann. Twelve months ago the two German’s notched up their first international race victories at the event, a special moment they will both be hoping to repeat again come Sunday.

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March 3, 2010

DE Racing XD rear skid plates

DE Racing, makers of the original skid plates, have released their latest product, the XD rear skid plate. Never satisfied with good enough, they have raised the bar and created the “ultimate rear skid plate”. Featuring a new leading edge for greatly improved longevity and performance and new stronger screw countersinks, they are now ultra thin which eliminates the need for longer screws. Race proven using the highest quality engineering resin they wear like aluminium at a fraction of the price and weight. Sold in packs of 3 these new plates are currently only available for the Losi 8ight line of buggies and truggies as well as the Mugen MBX-6 buggy and truggy.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]