Fastrax have released this double function tuning screwdriver, called the Tune Stop. Featuring an adjustable length tip, it is long enough to get at the hard-to-reach low-end needle on almost all cars. Its second function is that it doubles up as a tool for stopping your engine by using the rubber end to press against the flywheel or exhaust outlet, killing your motor. Available in purple, blue or black.
Source: CML [cmldistribution.co.uk]
K-Factory have released a range of hardened steel clutch bells, suitable for buggies, truggies and monster trucks. CNC machined from high grade steel, the super hardened steel construction resists overheating, warping and thermal breakdown and with the use of aluminium clutch shoes these clutch bells claim to last up to 5 times longer than the competition. Etched into every bell is the tooth specification making it easy to select the right clutch bell and they are available in 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18 tooth versions.
Source: K-Factory [kfactoryracing.com]
RB Products in France have released the EFRA 3001 pipe, an update of the popular 2045P. This 2008 EFRA legal pipe, which complys to EFRA rules, is said to offer the perfect balance between smooth power, low consumption and high RPM and thanks to an updated design and lots of testing since last November 07, the 3001 also claims to be the most advanced 3 chamber off road tuned pipe available. Made using a special technology as well as a thick material, this pipe has been reinforced for longer life and consistent performances.
Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]
The second round of the French 1/8th scale on road Nationals was run last weekend in Avignon in the very south of the country. In Saturday’s qualifying for the Elite class it was round 1 winner Richard Volta that claimed the TQ spot from Stéphane Bouche and Richard Zatla, while in the National class the quickest driver during the heats was Serpent driver Mickaël Tequi, placing ahead of Romain Baehrel and Jérémy Becht. Following the Semi Finals the National class main final was run and it was a race long battle between Tequi and Baehrel, but a last minute pitstop meant the win went to Tequi, from Baehrel in 2nd and Arnaud Mathieu in 3rd. In the Elite class final Volta got straight into the lead but was hassled for the first half of the race by the chasing pair of Nicolas Guillot and Jérôme Papaconstantinos. Volta, driving a Shepherd Velox, eventually managed to pull out a gap and take the win, and following problems for Guillot, the Kyosho pairing of Papaconstantinos and Adrien Siefried finished in 2nd and 3rd.
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Serpent have announced the release of this innovative new product for their S400 190mm touring car. These new wishbones have made using a new process to fuse the plastic with plates of carbon fibre, which not only produces these really cool looking parts but also helps create a stiff and strong wishbone. Another great benefit of the carbon insert is that they are less resistant to softening in really hot conditions, meaning the cars handling remains consistent at all times. The front wishbones have also been shortened which helps improve reaction speeds and initial turn in, perfect for tighter tracks.
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A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:
> RC Pro interview top Kyosho racer Cody King – Link [rcprosites.com]
> Hobao Hyper 12 Mini ST Truggy pics – Link [hobao-racing.com]
> XB808 Wins RC Pro-Series South – Link [teamxray.com]
> JQ The Column 1st running Proto – Link [neobuggy.net]
> Report from 1/8th Tyro National series Rd1 – Link [mirageracing.com]
> XT8 Wins UK GRP Dirt Challenge – Link [teamxray.com]
> RB Products report from the Madrid Champs – Link [rbproducts.com]
> 2nd annual Mugen Seiki Sedan Cup – Link [speedworldraceway.com]
> German Summer Champs 2008 – Link [summerchamps.de]
In case you missed our coverage of last weekends ETS Rd3, which includes round by round reports, photos and some exciting finals videos, check it out here.
The opening round of the AMSCI Italian 1/8th scale Nationals for F1 level drivers was run at the weekend in Bologna. Qualifying for the race was headed up by ATS shod Serpent racer Giordano Agostinelli with team mate Alberto Tadeshi in 2nd, and young Shepherd Velox driver Stefano Pregnolato in 3rd. In the race, Agostinelli was able to get straight into the lead but was to have some very tough battles but eventually dropped back to finish 4th while Pregnolato managed to work his way to the front thanks to some good driving, fast pit stops and some problems for the guys ahead. Near the end of the race, while still leading, the Velox driver developed some brake problems and this caused some frantic action by his pitman in his last stop which resulted in a stop and go for the young driver which lost him the lead to Serpent driver Domenico Calce, who took the lead and soon after, the win, with Pregnolato only 2 seconds back in 2nd and Alberto Tedeschi in 3rd.
Source: Automodellismo [automodellismo.net]
The first round of the Dutch Brother Cup was run over the weekend under superb weather at the MVW in Purmerend and was open for Sportsman and Hobby classes. The hobby class was won by Jan Eichhoorn with Jan Wagemakers in 2nd and Robbert Walden 3rd, while in the Sportsman class it was Jordy Velder who took the win, while also setting a new track lap record, with Jeffrey Halsema the runner up and Wouter Bouwens in 3rd.
A full gallery of the event can be found here.
Source: Brother Cup [brothercup.eu]
