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March 7, 2008

Hayato Matsuzaki LE Cyclone D4

Limited to only 20 pieces, this special Cyclone D4 4wd buggy from Hot Bodies is a replica of that used by current 2wd World Champion and 4wd Japanese National Vice Champion Hayato Matsuzaki. Supplied in a nice metal carry case, the car is completely assembled and comes with Panther tyres all around and topped off with a very nice replica painted shell and wing. For your money, nearly EUR 1,400, you also receive the top of the line KO Propo EX-10 Helios C2 transmitter, PDS-2413ICS steering servo and VFS-1 Pro C3 2008 speed controller. Accompanying your transmitter is a metal carry case, while in the car is mounted a Team Checkpoint brushed electric motor. The D4 itself sports some optional parts including, aluminium rear uprights, aluminium C-hub blocks and new toe in suspension blocks. As a nice touch, both the car and its case sport a limited edition badge which is also numbered.

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March 7, 2008

Tekin RS Series Pro Sensored BL ESC

Tekin have announced their new RS brushless speed control series, the next generation in intelligent operating motor drive technology. Designed with nothing but performance in mind and made with the industry’s best components, the RS is said to deliver what racers require; reliability, precise control and unmatched power handling capability. Suitable for use with all motors, they features an on-board temperature indicator, high density copper FET boards and QuickTune one-touch programming. Available in 2 versions, the RS and RS Pro, the latter having no motor limit.

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March 7, 2008

Fantom ION Pro BL Racing Motors

Fantom Racing have released their new range of next generation high-performance brushless motors. The new Fantom ION Pro brushless racing motors are built for racing and represent the latest in R/C brushless motor technology. Featuring multi-strand heavy gauge wire, the included sintered Neodymium magnet rotor produces huge power and high efficiency while also increasing strength and durability to withstand the heat and rpm stresses of racing. The ION has the ability to be run Sensored or Sensorless and is compatible with all popular racing speed controls. The motor can features generous cooling slots & internal cooling fan helping to keep motor cool so it runs more efficiently, which means longer run time and maximized power throughout the run. Available in 3.5T, 4.5T, 5.5T, 6.5T, 7.5T, 10.5T and 13.5T versions for different applications.

Source: Fantom [fantomracing.com]

March 6, 2008

Piktor Rush 2 Clothing line

French manufacturer Piktor, makers of the Philippe Lachet designed Rush 2 1/8th scale buggy, have announced the release of their 2008 clothing line up. Consisting currently of 3 items, racers can choose for the white 100% cotton t-shirt featuring the Piktor logo in black combined with a red line design on the front side, while the rear has a Rush 2 design incorporating a picture of the car. When it gets a little colder you can go for the black fleece lined wind breaker jacket that also sports the Piktor logo on the front and a large Rush 2 logo on the back. For the finishing touch, and suitable for all weather conditions, there is the black and grey cap with the Rush 2 logo embroidered on the front.

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March 6, 2008

Rúben Francisco wins Portugal Nats Rd1

The first round of the 2008 Portuguese National Championships for Electric touring cars took place last weekend on the large Coimbra track in the centre of Portugal and it was Speed Passion sponsored driver Rúben Francisco that took the win. Sunday morning started with the qualifying heats and these saw Xray driver Nuno Gancho take the TQ spot followed closely by Rúben Francisco who ended on the same points. In the finals there was some bad luck for the pole man and this allowed Rúben to take full advantage, win two of the three finals to take the overall with his Schumacher.

Source: Info RC [info-rc.net]

March 6, 2008

Hot Bodies Factory Tools

A few days ago we wrote about some new releases from Hot Bodies, which included a new range of tools. Hot Bodies have now released more information about that range and besides the standard hex wrenches and screw drivers, there are also some set-up tools and turn-buckle wrenches. For helping with set-up, HB have released this black anodised droop gauge and matching pair of 20mm tall droop blocks, with the gauge able to measure from 0mm to 10mm in 0.5mm steps. For adjusting 3.7mm turn buckles HB have released a 80mm long wrench, which like the other tools is black and sports a HB logo on the side.

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March 6, 2008

Sven Zünd takes LRP Islikon Masters Rd4

Robitronic have a report on their website from the 4th round of the LRP Islikon Masters in Switzerland. The race was run on controlled tires and the softer, better performing 27-compound was very hard to get on this weekend, therefore some clever tactics were needed and Sven Zünd with his Robitronic Avid made the most of the difficult situation, saving his tyres for the final round of qualifying and the finals. Starting from the pole position, he was able to take the win ahead of the Xray driving Lnenicka brothers Ronny and Sacha who finished in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Source: Robitronic [robitronic.eu]

March 5, 2008

ETS Rd2 Denmark – Event T-shirt

ETS Rd2 Denmark - Event T-shirt

We promised to show you the artwork for the t-shirt that will be given away to all competitors at next weeks 2nd round of the Much More backed European Touring Series that takes place in Vejle, Denmark. And here it is, fresh from promoter Scotty Ernst, who had this to say:

The T shirt design turned out better than we could have hoped for. Dusty Kemp the designer did a great job of bringing an exciting and colourful design to these event shirts and we’re sure everyone will really enjoy them. Each racer attending the event next weekend will get a free shirt included with their race entry, just another great benefit for participating in the Euro Touring Series.

Do you want to race against some of the World’s top touring car racers, while being commentated on by the legendary Scotty Ernst, in a fun and friendly, yet professional racing atmosphere then be sure to get your entry in for round 2 of the ETS by going here.