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January 5, 2010

Venom Slash VXL & E-Revo Options

Venom have released a massive number of new optional parts for the Traxxas Slash VXL and E-Revo. Most parts have been CNC machined from high grade aluminium and almost all are available in anodised orange, gun metal and grey and help improve strength in the area where they are used. Parts that are available include front steering knuckles, front lower arms, front c-hubs, rear lower arms, steering set, battery holder, rear universal shafts, rear shock towers, front bulkheads, gear cover, rear gearbox, rear knuckles, wheels, shock caps, front & rear shocks, wheel hex adapters, tie rods, push rods, front & rear suspension mounts, servo saver and titanium pivot balls.

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January 4, 2010

Linus Thern joins Novarossi Factory team

The Racing Experience in France have confirmed the signing of Swedish off road star Linus Thern to the international Novarossi team. The former World Finalist leaves behind a successful season with Sirio engines and sees him rejoin old team mates Guillaume Vray and Yannick Aigoin. It has also been confirmed that Linus will continue with AKA tyres in 2010.

Source: Racing Experience [racing-experience.fr]

January 4, 2010

Chad Bradley does triple at Tuesday Night Nats

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With well over 100 entries at last week’s Tuesday Night Nationals at Hot Rod Hobbies in Santa Clarita CA, it was Jammin team driver Chad Bradley who pulled off the trifecta winning and TQing all 3 classes he entered, 1/8 Truck, Buggy and Mod 4wd Short Course. Chad’s TQ runs for 1/8 Truck and Buggy came from round 1 of qualifying, in the Short Course class Jeremy Kortz TQed round 1 but Chad took the TQ time by 1 second in round 2. In the 1/8 Truck main, Chad lead from the start and never looked back, the main was 10min long and he completed it without a pit stop winning from Losi drivers Steve Burnside and DJ Silva. The 1/8 Buggy main was a similar affair, however Chad had some pressure early on from Hyper driver Scott Wagner. Jeremy Kortz got a bad start in the beginning keeping him from the up front battle between Wagner and Bradley. Chad ended up winning by half a lap over Scott Wagner with Jeremy Kortz taking the 3rd spot, both driving Hyper 9 2.0.

Continue reading the report here

January 4, 2010

Tamiya F104 options, tools & general parts

Tamiya have released a number of F104 options as well as some general parts and tools. Starting with the F104 parts, the aluminium upper suspension mount further fine tunes the chassis with the ability to choose from 4 different camber positions depending on how it is installed, while a new aluminium servo mount helps add greater steering rigidity and sharper steering response to your formula 1 chassis. Adding to the company’s updated TRF tool range, there are 2 new Philips screw drivers with medium and large tips and a medium sized flat head screw driver. For general use there are a set of 5×5 and 5x8mm fluorine coated ball connectors that ensure the smoothest surface for less friction loss, while for looks there are new sets of 3×8 and 3x6mm aluminum screws with flange design that helps create a more secure mounting surface for items such as lexan wings and steering servos.

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January 4, 2010

LRP 2010 TCM – Announcement

LRP have announced the 2010 running of their TCM race, which is run from the 26th to 28th of March, will see a number of different changes that promise to give everybody more action packed racing. Presenting a completely new racing format that will give all the drivers and spectators a fantastic show and a racing experience, LRP have listened to the wishes from drivers and the most important request from participants include increased track time, less waiting between runs, the possibility for heat re-seeding and a new cool main racing format. Based in this input they have done the improvements and can now present a completely new racing schedule for all racers.

Check out the official TCM website here for full information.

January 4, 2010

Racers Edge 40C 5000mAh 14.8V LiPo

New from Racers Edge is this hard case 14.8V 5000mAh 4S LiPo battery which offers huge power output and long run times. The dimensions are 48mm wide, 138mm long, and 48mm tall and is a great option for 1/8th scale electric buggies or electric monster trucks with plenty of voltage and a great 40C power rating. Pre-wired with a high amp, low resistance true Deans Ultra Plug and it uses the JST-XH (Align) balance adapter.

Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]

January 4, 2010

CS-Factory Professional 1800mAh LiPo pack

CS Electronic have released this new CS-Factory professional 1800mAh LiPo pack for small scale cars such as the 1/16th Traxxas E-Revo. This latest generation pack replaces previous 2/3A 6-cell packs or 2S LiPo packs and brings enormous power, with 11.1V and 30C rating, this pack will get your E-Revo moving in a hurry. Supplied pre-wired with original Traxxas plug and balancing cable.

Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]

January 4, 2010

RMS Motor Measurement system

New from RMS is the Motor Measurement system, a device that allows you to measure the resistance of your brushless cans to give you the best combination of motor components obtain the best performance. The MMS measures the resistance of the motor winding(s) and comes ready with a 3½ digit LCD that can measure winding resistance from 0.1 to 399.9 milli ohms. Readings can be done with the motor in or out of the car or the rotor in or out of the motor and is also great for tech inspection.

Source: Sky Rocket Racing [skyrocketbatteries.com]