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March 12, 2024

Andy Bishop wins Large Scale Pre-Worlds

This year’s IFMAR Large Scale World Championship hosts New South Wales Radio Controlled Racing Car Club held their Pre-Worlds Race over the weekend where it was the MCD chassis of Andy Bishop that took the win. Having hosted a hugely successful IFMAR 1:8 GT World Championship in October, this year the John Grant International Raceway in Sydney, Australia, will be that battle ground for the 12th running of RC Racing’s biggest scale World Championship category on October 20th to 27th. Due to the location of this year’s championship with many of its top drivers coming from Europe, the Pre-Worlds Race was dominated by local racers and in qualifying it was Mectech driver Andrew Shapland who took the overall TQ ahead of Bishop. Having had engine issues in qualifying an overnight engine rebuild for the final qualifier allowed Shapland to post the fastest run of the 6-rounds to take pole for the final. Incurring a penalty for the engine rebuild, he would have to serve an early Stop & Go in the race. In the half hour Semi Finals there were wins for Ben Dunn and Craig Hawkins who would line-up 3rd and 4th respectively for the 1-hour main event. While Shapland lead away until he served his Stop & Go, as he tried to chase back down Bishop his tyres suffered allowing Bishop to take a convincing win. With track records being broken throughout the event, Shapland’s efforts in the final would see him leave as the new lap record holder with a 19.944 fastest lap. The Mecatech of Mike Davis would complete the podium.

Image: NSWRCRCC [nswrcrcc.org.au]

March 12, 2024

Hobbywing XeRun V10 G4R motors

Hobbywing has released the latest development of its popular XeRun V10 motor with the new G4R 13.5/17.5 which is available in both a Standard and ROAR version. Featuring a new stator, rotor and sensor assembly improves the G4R spec motor’s performance and power dramatically. Compared to the G4, the G4R shows confirmed improvements in overall speed by up to 5% while the output power is increased by nearly 4%. The G4R 13.5 shows 7% more speed, and 9% more power, under the same test loads as popular non Hobbywing motors. The new G4R stator and winding design reduces the overall internal resistance, while maintaining the requirements for sanctioning spec class rules. The improved motor efficiency reduces the temperature rise to keep internal resistance numbers consistent. The internal resistance is about 3% lower than that of G4.

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March 11, 2024

MonacoRC Sidewall Tire Manual Gluer

New from MonacoRC is their Sidewall Tire Manual Gluer, which is a simple and effective tool designed to precisely apply glue to the sidewall of tires. It is the ideal solution for those who want a tire gluing device at a highly competitive price. This product comes in a clear plastic case that offers optimal organisation for all its components. Made through 3D printing, it features an attractive design that evokes the imagery of racing cars, with a base that houses two central bearings. These bearings allow the adapter to rotate, which has a threaded metal insert at the top end. Here, the aluminum nut is screwed in, which is used to secure the tire. Usage is simple and intuitive: just place the tire on the adapter, tighten the nut to secure it, and, with one finger, move the tire at the desired speed to glue it.

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March 11, 2024

Factory Team Tire Adhesive

Based on feedback from its race team, Team Associated’s Factory Team brand has introduced an improvement on its formulation for their popular Tire Adhesive. The new glue is slightly thicker, allowing for more control when applying it while still has a fast drying time. New packaging includes applicator tip and pin-in-cap bottle top. The ‘medium-thin viscosity’ glue comes in a ¾ ounce bottle.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

March 11, 2024

Pavidis confirmed for Philippine Masters

Sparko Racing’s Ryan Pavidis is the latest driver to be confirmed for the annual Philippine Masters which takes place in just over a month’s time in the country’s capital city of Manila. The American joins fellow countryman Ryan Lutz as they both make their debut at what has become Asia’s biggest annual 1:8 Offroad race. Son of 2006 World Champion Mark Pavidis, a title he won in Asia, this will be Ryan’s first trip to the continent and the first of two appearances he will make in this year’s Asian Buggy Championship of which the Philippine Masters is the second round. Confirming his entry for the April 18-21 event, Pavidis said, ‘The trip to Manilla will be my 2nd international event (his first one being the 2023 Worlds in Spain) and my first time to Asia. The track there is world famous for its unique surface and technical sections, definitely a bucket list race for any serious racer. I’ve never raced on molasses before but with the confidence I have in my equipment and the experience I’ve gained over the past few years, I expect to run at the front. I can’t wait to meet a bunch of new people and experience a different country/culture!’

Source: Asian Buggy Championships [Facebook]

March 11, 2024

Fenix Pro10 HDD-mk3 differential

Noticing a resurgence in the Pro10 market and new demand, Fenix Racing felt it was a good moment to improve their sphere diff to the Mk3 version. Still made using Gr.5 Titanium, 5 belleville springs, their “Caviar” ceramic spheres as default, the Mk3 gets a new bigger thrust bearing and will now ship as standard in their G56.2 Pro10 chassis kit. The Italian manufacturer will also make available a conversion for the Mk2 Diff version. For 2024 it is Fenix Racing’s plan to upgrade to all their range of differentials to the newer thrust bearing specs.

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March 11, 2024

GP3D RC10’91 Detroit Replica Conversion Kit

Grand Prix 3D has released its latest conversion kit, the RC10’91 Detroit Worlds Replica. Get ready to relive the glory days of RC racing with their highly anticipated ’91 Detroit Replica which is a follow up the resounding success of last year’s groundbreaking RC10GX’89 release. Engineered with the utmost attention to detail, this conversion kit faithfully recreates the iconic Masami RC10’91 Detroit, delivering unmatched performance on the track. The kit includes meticulously crafted components that replicate the original championship-winning design. While it’s undoubtedly a demon on the track, the GP3D RC10’91 is equally at home as a static display piece. With meticulous attention to detail, this model captures the essence of the iconic design, making it a stunning addition to any collection.

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March 11, 2024

Isaacs takes ’24 ROAR Onroad Carpet National title

Sam Isaacs is the 2024 ROAR Onroad Carpet National Champion in Modified Touring Car, the Awesomatix driver taking the title from last year’s Champion Keven Hebert. Hosted by 997 RC Raceway in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, qualifying say Isaacs secure an early TQ as he topped the opening three of the four qualifiers. Going fastest in Q4 with his Xray, Hebert would secure 2nd on the grid for the triple A-Main ahead of last year’s Vice-Champion Chris Adams. Completing the 2023 podium, 1:12 World Championship Top Qualifier Kemp Anderson would line up P4. In the finals Isaacs continued his form winning the opening two to secure the title. Winning A3 from Adams, Hebert would have to settle for the runner-up spot this year with the Adams completing the podium. Hebert wouldn’t leave Pennsylvania empty handed however securing the 1:12 National title from the small field over Anderson and Isaacs.

Image: 997 RC Raceway [Facebook]