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September 19, 2008

O’Donnell Racing Tool range

O’Donnell Racing tool range

With Steve O’Donnell’s name on these tools, modelers are assured of quality and performance. Heat-treated stainless steel tips are precision ground for proper fit, while extra-long shanks are stepped for strength and permit easier access to hard-to-reach fasteners. Comfortable, molded handles won’t roll around on pit tables and the bright orange color lets modelers know exactly where to find their tools when they put them down. Available in a wide range of sizes and types, the tip size is conveniently laser-etched into the anodized handle inserts for easy identification.

Source: O’Donnell [odonnellracing.com]

September 19, 2008

Team Checkpoint 4800mAh Saddle pack

New from Team Checkpoint is this 7.4V 4800mAh Saddle pack, which offers factory-matched cells to generate excellent power for extreme on-road and off-road performance. With a 20C discharge rating, this pack delivers all the power and punch the racer demands, fits today’s sedans & buggies and features gold-plated connectors. The included series connector has a built-in balancing jack.

Source: Team Checkpoint [bestrc.com]

September 19, 2008

Claus Ryeskov wins Danish Nationals

Round 7 of the Danish on road Championship were held at Hillerød Banen last weekend. Martin Lissau and Martin Christensen had done very well at the WC in Portugal but for National title honors it was Xray NT1 driver Claus Ryeskov who was heading for the overall 2008 national title. Saturday’s qualifying sessions were run under sunny conditions and after the 4 rounds it was Martin Lissau who took the TQ from Xray team mates Martin Christensen in 2nd and Ryeskov in 3rd, with No. Hansen in 4th. The weather remained dry on Sunday and to win the overall title Claus needed 2 more points than Kyosho driver Martin No. Hansen, so it was to be a very interesting 45 minutes final. After an intense fight for 2nd place Claus Ryeskov just managed to take runner up spot behind Lissau and with Hansen taking 4th Claus who could claim the overall title.

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September 19, 2008

Team Orion Vortex BL Armatures

Fine-tune your brushless motor with this new set of tuning armatures from Team Orion developed by Oscar Jansen. Available in a set of 4, and sold in addition to the ROAR Stock and Race standard versions already available, each armature has a different diameter which allows you to play with the acceleration characteristics of your Vortex brushless motor. Colour coded for easy recognition, there are two versions with 12mm diameter magnets and a 5 or 6mm diameter axle and two 12.5mm diameter magnets with both 5 or 6mm diameter axles. Supplied in a handy case for easy storage.

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September 19, 2008

Xray T2’008 Alu Solid Axle Adapters

Xray T2′008 Alu Solid Axle Adapters

Xray have released these CNC-machined diff drive shaft adapters for T2’008 Composite Solid Axle, made from premium lightweight Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium. The alu driveshaft adapters for the front solid axle are a direct replacement for the stock composite versions but with increased strength and lifespan. The modular design of the front solid axle allows for easy removal and servicing. Internal slots key to drive shaft pins require use of the included driveshaft blades, enabling direct power transfer to the wheels and eliminating excess play between the outdrives and drive shafts.

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September 18, 2008

Upgrade RC Todd Le Duc replica decals

With the CORR series very big right now Upgrade RC want a piece of the action and have officially licensed the colour scheme of front runner Todd Le Duc. Featuring all the same Rockstar and Makita decals as seen on the real truck, this graphic kit will see your Traxxas Slash, Slayer or Proline Hardcore shell looking like a replica in no time.

Source: Upgrade RC [upgradercshop.com]

September 18, 2008

KM Racing Kyosho V-One RRR radioplate

New from KM Racing for the Kyosho V-One RRR series is this carbon fibre radio plate. Designed the fit the car with no modifications it allows the user to install the Xray NT1 fuel tank, something that was seen in use at the Worlds in Portugal but by another manufacturer. Supplied with rubber grommets for mounting the tank, the plate has a hexagonal counter bore design machined into the surface for locking the fifth body post.

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September 18, 2008

Drescher clarifies Boots & Associated split

Following the surprise move by top young British Associated driver, and European Junior Champion (above), to Xray, Team Associated representative Craig Drescher has issued the following statement regarding the move.

Team Associated would like to announce and explain the mutual departure of Elliot Boots from Team Associated/CML. Elliot started with Team Associated at the beginning of the production RC8 project and greatly assisted Team Associated and CML in testing, promoting and supporting Associated’s first venture in to the 1/8th scale market. As with all new projects there were vehicle, electrical and engine problems that skewed results and caused frustration for young Elliot in the late 2007 and early 2008 seasons.

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