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October 16, 2020

Torpine R21 shorty LiPo holder set

New from Torpine for the ARC R21 is this shorty LiPo pack mount made from brass. Weighing close to 80g in total, each side is attached with 3 screws and can be finely adjusted to fit the shorty perfectly. If 80 grams of brass is too much they have also released two additional weights that mount directly to the motor mount with one weight (8g) on the right and the set of two weights (2x6g) on the left. The threaded holes for fixing the weights are already in the motor mount by default and the weight on the right has the thickness to serve as the inner stop for the LiPo.

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October 16, 2020

Exotek Racing DR10 options

Exotek Racing have introduced a lot of new items for the Associated DR10, starting with this lightweight 2mm carbon fibre ESC tray set. It allows for easier mounting of larger esc’s and stock esc’s in a centrally balanced location and comes with alloy posts and hardware. Next up is a heavy duty alloy servo mount that makes for easier servo install and removal thanks to the 1-piece design that will always match the chassis holes. There is also a precision machined premium titanium front axle set for the DR10. At only 4.5 grams per pair, these axles are perfect for reducing rotating mass for quicker acceleration. A rounded and angled hex profile also makes wheel installation extra quick and easy. Finally there is a hard anodised 7075 alloy idler gear for the DR10. This is much stronger than the stock plastic idler gear but not indestructible so it is important to use black or white grease on the gears and reapply frequently to prolong its life along with proper slipper adjustments.

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October 15, 2020

Factory Team aluminium clamping throttle servo horn

Improve durability and throttle/brake feel with this new Factory Team aluminium clamping throttle servo horn. Machined from high quality 7075 aluminium and laser-etched with Factory Team branding, this steering servo horn will add peace of mind knowing there will be no DNF caused by breakage, while throttle and brake feel are improved due to the reduced flex. The clamping design also ensures a secure fit to any servo with matching spline count. Available for 23T and 25T splines.

Source: Team Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

October 15, 2020

Ruddog Hobby LiPo battery pack line

The new Ruddog Hobby LiPo battery packs are a new line of rugged high-performance batteries for the RC enthusiast. Designed with the needs of entry level racers, bashers and crawler pilots in mind, all batteries are built using high-quality 50C cells for great power supply while durable hardcases ensure best possible battery protection in the event of a crash. The batteries are available in a range of capacities with 7.4V 2S, 11.1V 3S and 14.8V 4S packs being available, covering the needs of 1/10th scale racers, speed freaks as well as 1/8th scale pilots alike. All packs come pre-wired with high-quality plugs specially selected for the given application.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]

October 15, 2020

Infinity body post cutter

The Infinity body post cutter from Creation Model enables you to cut and then easily chamfer the ends of plastic body posts up to 6mm in diameter. Place the post in the first hole and use and X-Acto knife to cut the post cleanly. Move the newly shortened post into the 2nd hole and have the tool mounted blade cut a chamfer on the top of the post by rotating it. Made from black and red anodised aluminium.

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October 15, 2020

Apolaro, Morganti & Kemper win US Nitro Onroad Nats

This past weekend the 2020 ROAR Nitro Onroad Nationals were held at the RCRCNT track in Texas. The RCRCNT venue stepped in after the original venue was unable to host the event due to Covid-19 restrictions. In the 1/8 scale class it was Bryce Butterfield (Serpent) that would take the overall TQ on what was a particularly challenging track. In the main final DJ Apolaro (Hot Race/Max Power/Protoform) would get the win by 4 laps ahead of Brian Thomas (Mugen/Hot Race) in 2nd and Eric Dennett (Capricorn/Hot Race) a further 4 laps back in 3rd. In the Sedan class, it was Chris Tosolini (Serpent) coming out on top in qualifying, taking the tie break with Paolo Morganti (Capricorn) who would have to settle for 2nd on the grid. In the hour long final however Morganti would win by 6 laps from Tosolini in 2nd, while Felix Law (Serpent) would come from 10th on the grid to claim the final podium spot in 3rd. In the 1/8th Masters class Chris Kemper (Capricorn) would win from pole position in front of the world famous Scotty Ernst (Infinity/Hot Race) in 2nd, a lap back, with Ashton Brinson (Capricorn) completing the top 3.

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October 15, 2020

ORCA BP1001 Blinky Pro stock ESC

The new ORCA Blinky Pro was developed with blinky stock class racing in mind and features all the necessary options to adjust the ESC to your liking, while remaining in blinky mode at all times. As expected it it doesn’t offer any boost or turbo timing options, but does have many useful adjustments such as braking, punch and general feel to help you get everything dialled in just right. The 100A current limit can handle motors down to 10.5T and a nice option is the ability to run with an RPM limit of 17,500rpm.

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October 15, 2020

AMR Plug holder with loupe

Auto Model Racing have released an interesting tool, a glowplug holder with integrated loupe. Made from black anodised aluminium, the plug holder part of the tool holds up to 6 turbo plugs and 2 standard plugs and protects the filament part of the plug from dust and other debris as well as making it easier to manage used plugs. The loupe, or magnifying lens, then allows you to closely inspect the condition of the glow plug’s filament.

View an image of the loupe in use here