Red RC

July 19, 2007

Daily News Round-up

Red RC - Daily Round-up

A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:

> MID have a report from last weekends German Nats – Link [mid-mugen.de]
> New Edit upgrades for the HPI Firestorm 10T – Link [mirageracing.com]
> 24 Heures International 2007 de Châteauroux – Link [rcbazar.net]
> Chris Heath reports on the 6th round of the BRCA series – Link [cmldistribution.co.uk]
> Alistair Graham reports on the 2007 BRCA Junior Champs – Link [mirageracing.com]
> RC Racing video action from the AWJ Nitro Challenge – Link [rubeduderc.com]

July 19, 2007

Tortorici heads European 1/8TT qualifying

With 3 rounds of qualifying completed at this years European 1/8th scale TT Championships in Auxerre, France, it is Italian Crono racer Davide Tortorici that is ahead on points and currently sitting in the pole position spot. His qualifying has been very consistent and would be placed in 2nd, had current European Champion Yannick Aigoin of France, not had troubles in his 3rd run, only finishing in 10th. The Xray driver is currently 2nd, just ahead of Spanish Mugen driver Daniel Vega, while in 4th its another Mugen, that of top French runner Renaud Savoya. The 5th place is currently occupied by another Spaniard, Robert Batlle, who actually set the fastest overall run time today and won the 3rd round, this result doing wonders to his overall position. The top 16 make it straight through the semi finals and the drivers now have 2 more rounds of qualifying on Friday to move themselves up the qualifying order to be in with a chance for the title come Sunday afternoon.

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July 19, 2007

O.S. Engines 12TZ & 12TG

O.S. Max 12 TZ

O.S. have announced 2 new engines to fill a vital niche in the stadium truck market with the release of the 12TZ (P) and the 12TG-P. The 12TZ is a turbo engine with a 3-port ABC liner and 3-needle rotary carb, for optimum adjustability, and this motor meets all IFMAR and ROAR 3-port specs. The bore and stroke of this motor provide the widest possible power band and with it the ability to adapt to any track. The 12TG-P is also a ROAR legal motor and works well in cars like the Associated GT2 and HPI Firestorm, and like all 12TG engines it’s easy to break in and very economical, expecting to get up to 14 minutes of run-time on a single tank of fuel.

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July 19, 2007

Team Checkpoint Deluxe Alu Case

Team Checkpoint case

Team Checkpoint have announced the release of 2 new versions of this alumminium carry case, one for holding your batteries and one type for your motors. These great looking cases feature a durable aluminum exterior with rounded corners and securely locking latches, while inside is high-density foam that cushions and protects contents from damage. The battery case has cutouts for holding up to 12 packs while the motor case is designed to hold 8 motors and 4 armature tubes and includes two compact 6-compartment boxes for holding small parts such as motor springs, brushes, shims and hardware.

Source: Team Checkpoint [teamcheckpoint.com]

July 19, 2007

Duratrax Power Shot motor cleaner

Duratrax Power Shot

Duratrax have released the latest version of their Power Shot motor cleaner that now comes in a new formula that’s compliant with new VOC regulations, making it more environmentally friendly. Power Shot removes dirt and grime quickly and easily from all types of electric motors.

Source: Duratrax [duratrax.com]

July 19, 2007

Atomic RC parts for Xray NT1 – 2

Atomic RC parts for Xray NT1

Atomic RC have released yet more parts for the 200mm of the moment, the Xray NTI. First off we have this rather cool looking aluminum servo saver, which adds extra strength as well as extra bling to your car. Also new and made from aluminium is a right side chassis brace, for more stiffness between the radio plate and rear assembly, and also some lightweight pulley spacers. Atomic RC have also created their own front and rear CVDs made from spring steel and finally they have produced a new front carbon fibre shock tower, with additional shock mounting positions, and a new rear upper camber link with lots of new optionals positions.

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July 19, 2007

Team Losi XXX-T CR Racing Truck

Horizon Hobby have announced the release of their latest 1/10th electric stadium truck, the XXX-T CR, claimed to be one of the most technologically advanced race trucks ever developed. The list of new features includes quick change aluminum rear hubs, variable length arms, extra long chassis, titanium nitride hinge pins and the whole car is made from the company’s exclusive EA3 class composites.

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July 19, 2007

Papadopoulos wins Greek 1/8th Nats Rd4

Serpent are reporting on their site from the 4th round of the Greek 1/8th scale Nationals held at the Fanatix Racing Track, the final round before the summer break. After qualifying it was Sotiropoulos, winner of the opening three rounds, that was in pole position followed by Vagelis Papachristos in 2nd and Mimis Papadopoulos in 3rd. With the final underway the Serpent drivers held the top 4 positions but unfortunately Sotiropoulos was to retire early, suffering radio interference after his first stop which forced him out. This allowed Papachristos to take the lead but he suffered a flame out allowing Papadopoulos to take the lead from Papachristos, now in 2nd, and John Fokianos 3rd. Unfortunately during the race, Papachristos lost the INS box cover from his airfilter filter and because of this his result was cancelled promoting Fokianos to 2nd behind the winner Papadopoulos, while 3rd spot went to Farmakis.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]