Ultimate Racing release their new 4S 120C 7500mAh graphene HV LiPo battery stick pack. This 15.2v 4S battery is a standard size equivalent to two 2S stick batteries and weighs approximately 560g. It comes with an XT90 connection to avoid false contacts and a separate balancer cable for use during the charging process.
Source: Modelix [modelixracing.com]
OfficinaRC have presented their new aluminium bearing housing for the Awesomatix A800. Manufactured from the highest quality aluminium and proudly made in Italy, this version allows a higher or lower position of the differential (by 0.3mm) compared to the stock bearing housing or their previously released OFC-BH. This allows you to increase the traction and stability of the car or make it more aggressive when changing direction. Designed for those looking for maximum precision and smoothness from their model.
Source: OfficinaRC [monacorc.com]
Bittydesign have introduced the most eagerly anticipated version of their Vision buggy body shell, that for the newly released Kyosho MP10e. The lid’s design will offer an easier to drive and more balanced feeling thanks to a mid-advanced cab, side pod and rear side flaps shape that optimises the aerodynamic characteristics. In addition a flap behind the engine area guides the air towards the rear wing for a smoother and more directed airflow around the shock tower and lower wing mount. The pre-cut body is moulded from high-quality 1mm Lexan polycarbonate, it comes with window masks, overspray protective film and a decal sheet.
Creation Model have released their new team Infinity T-shirt USA edition. The same design as worn by the team at the 2019 IFMAR 1:8 Onroad World Championships in California, this shirt comes in black. Featuring the Infinity logo front and back with USA flag embellishments, the sleeves sport the World Champion logo on one with the Infinity, Indofoods, SMJ and IFS logos on the other. Available in all sizes from S to 4XL.
Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]
Team Powers have announced the upcoming release of their new DCS V3 digital brushless servo. An evolution of their V2 servo, it now supports Super Response mode with the highest response speed. A hybrid steel and titanium gear-train ensures exceptional durability in demanding racing conditions while keeping the same steering response. Full details will become available in time of the release.
Source: Team Powers [team-powers.com]
The Norwegian Cup race was held this past weekend at the upgraded facility in Lørenskog. This was a 2 day event with 3 qualifiers on Saturday and 3 mains on Sunday, so there was plenty of time to wrench and just enjoy a nice weekend with fellow racers. In the mod touring class Olav Dahle ended up taking the TQ honours ahead of Nikko Haheim and Helge Johannessen in 3rd. In A1 Nikko put Olav under immense pressure from the very beginning and after a few laps he opened a gap Nikko was trough. From there he could bring the car to the line some 6 seconds ahead of Mathias Nedrebo who came in 2nd, followed by Oyvind Stusdal. In A2 Haheim made a better start and managed to out drag Olav down the main straight and take the lead. From there he could control the gap back to Helge who came in 2nd, the result enough to secure the overall race win, and with it the Norwegian Cup title. With Nikko sitting out A3 Helge would go on to win the last main securing 2nd for the race with Mathias Nedrebo able to claim 3rd overall.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
The 2020 Surf City Classic was held last weekend at OCRC Raceway, with racers greeted with a fresh and challenging new layout put in for the event. Attracting some serious talent from around California as well as out of state, it was the young guns that shone. In 2wd, it was an all Associated podium as Broc Champlin won from pole position ahead of 2wd Reedy Open winner Aydin Horne in 2nd place, with World Champion Spencer Rivkin finishing in 3rd. 4wd saw this year’s Reedy Race Invitational winner Ryan Maifeld take the win in front of his JConcepts team mate and TLR driver Tom Rinderknicht, who won the 4wd Reedy Open class, in 2nd with Aydin Horne completing the podium in 3rd. The Mod Truck class win went to Aydin Horne, to complete a good weekend for the Factory Tracks Racing team driver, with Rivkin in the runner up spot just ahead of Reedy team driver Dustin Evans in 3rd.
View the other mod podiums here
T-Works have introduced a new general shock stroke and rebound gauge for 1/8 buggy. The gauge features a red anodised hex head button that attaches to the upper shock cap and it allows the user to measure the shock’s stroke, rebound and also suspension droop for swift setup adjustments. The tool is made from high-quality aluminium and it features white colour markings from 60-150mm for easy reading of the measurements.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
