Diggity Designs have added another buggy to their range of LiPo mounts, following the previous release of the option for the Academy SBV2. This new set is suitable for the Associated B44 4wd buggy and enables the car to be fitted with a range of modern hard cased LiPo saddle packs like those made from Trakpower and Maxamps. Made from carbon fibre, the set includes 2 braces and 4 standoffs and is super easy to install.
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Team Wave have announced that they are releasing a new brushless speed controller with the tentative name of ‘RB-50’, meaning Racing Brushless system 50. This speedo claims to be the smallest sensored brushless controller in the market with highest power and functions. Set to be released to the market in May this year, the company plan to release more photos and information in the next month.
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Shown for the first time at the Toy Fair early last month, Hudy have released more info about their new line of bearing grease and solder. Ultimate solder for the RC professional is 1.0mm thick and 60/40 Sn/Pb and contains 3.3% flux core. The 3m length of solder is nicely rolled into a tiny tube, yet is easy to pull out through the dispensing hole in the cap. Also new is the company’s new line of bearing grease, sold in 3 different variations for different applications.
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Similar to the Battery Conditioner 2 released by LRP some months ago, the Gravity Evolution is a microprocessor controlled discharge tray for NiMH/NiCd and LiPo cells. Providing you with the highest battery performance and life span, this discharger is the perfect tool for battery maintenance with its 3.0A discharge rate and secure cut off circuity which completely disconnects the battery once the preset cut off voltage has been reached.
Source: Mirage [mirageracing.com]
Losi have released this CA-Set, which is specially formulated and packaged for use with cyanoacrylate (CA) type adhesives. CA-Set can be used as a primer or an accelerator without compromising the strength of the bond, even when gluing the most difficult materials. CA-Set is available in a 5 oz. aerosol spray for easier application and greater results. Also new is Losi D-Bond, formulated to soften all grades of cyanoacrylate (CA) adhesive, including the specialty grades used for gluing RC car tires. D-Bond is excellent for removing dried glue from skin and most surfaces and is available in a 1 oz. brush-top bottle.
Source: Losi [losi.com]
Axial Racing have released this 3XH pipe system set that includes the pipe and 3 distinctive rear exhaust headers (medium torque, high torque, and high speed) so you can fine tune the performance to your driving style. Made from strong lightweight 6061 aluminum and polished to a mirror finish the pipe features a reinforced stinger for added durability for those brushes with the boards. Suitable for most 1/10th scale sedan and gas trucks, the pipe mounting point features a side positioned set screw for easy access and the whole set is supplied with all the hardware needed for installation.
Source: Axial [axialracing.com]
Shepherd Micro Racing has released this new 1600mAh RX battery pack. The high capacity guarantees long drive time without needing to change the batteries meaning a one hour final is not a problem. With the classic 2/3A design this battery pack also fits in many other 1/8th and 1/10th scale cars while the cable, with its 2-pole JR connector, fits all popular receivers.
Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]
A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:
> Xray Dominates German Micro Masters – Link [teamxray.com]
> Neumann makes A-final at Neo 08 – Link [serpent.com]
> Jeremy Cathlina 07 National Champions Interview – Link [rcprosites.com]
> Traver Mullen 07 National Champions Interview – Link [rcprosites.com]
> Tim Roberts 07 National Champions Interview – Link [rcprosites.com]
> Oscar Cabezas reports on WC Warm up – Link [serpent.com]
> Hayato reports on the Cactus Classic – Link [hbbuggy-blog.com]
> IFMAR Pre Worlds in Thailand site updated – Link [thailandwc08.com]
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