K-Factory have introduced their new ZF bearing range which come in a variety of sizes and are used as a replacement for your standard kit bearings. Lightweight, these bearings help reduce rotating and static weight within your car, while their construction, combined with the very smooth rubber material used for the seals, provides your car with an almost frictionless transmission system. Less friction equals more speed.
Source: K-Factory [kfactoryracing.com]
Our partners Neo Buggy have announced that they will once more run their popular Neo indoor race, which for this year will be called the Neo08, replacing the previous Neo Invitational name. Run in association with DXR and at the same great venue as the 2006 running of the event, the Harper Adams College, Newport, Shropshire UK, the 2008 event will be run over 4 days from the 21st – 24th of March.
The 3rd edition of the Neo Race returns to the Harper Adams indoor venue for Easter 2008. After the very successful 2006 race, DXR and Neo-Buggy will once again join together to organise and run Neo08. The DXR team are known for their excellent events run at the Harper Adams venue, and pairing with Neo-Buggy we hope that this race will be the best yet. The event will be a 4 day race, using IFMAR adapted rules; 10min heats for practice and qualifying and standard Christmas tree finals. Entry limit is set at 210 drivers.
More information to come at the official site Neo08.net
A summary of other news pieces from around the internet today in our Red RC Round-up:
> Some new buggy tire designs from ATS – Link [neo-buggy.net]
> A look inside the Ninja MR12-T01T MRT version – Link [yome3000.com]
> Report from the French 1/8 TT Coupe de ligues – Link [rbproducts.com]
> Xray/GRP take RRCI Clubmans by Force – Link [mirageracing.com]
> DG rubber tire cleaner & traction compound – Link [powers-international.com]
We are a little bit late with the details about the VTEC brand expanding its tire line by releasing new foam tires, but we’re catching up on our LRP news and felt that while we did briefly mention it earlier this month its worth going into a little more detail about them. These tires have been made using high quality Japanese foam and are suitable for use on both gas and electric powered cars. Sold pre glued, they come available in a number of different shores from 35 to 45.
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Kyosho have confirmed to us that their top Japanese Factory racer, and the man behind the TF-5 Stallion Shin edition, Shinosuke Adachi will be present at this weeks European Electric Touring car Championships being held in Montbrison, France to provide support to all Kyosho racers at the event. This marks the first time that Kyosho will sponsor and provide support at an electric event in Europe since the Japanese brand re entered the EP market with the Lazer ZX5 buggy back in 2005. Kyosho have seen a huge push towards electric classes lately with the introduction of their TF-5 chassis back in 2006 and the release of the Ultima RB5 2wd buggy earlier this year as well as changes within the company that have seen the hiring of Gil Losi Jr in March and the acquisition of Team Orion in May. The smiling man you see in the picture above is just the first step in a larger move towards World domination by Kyosho as already witnessed in the 1/8th scale buggy class since the late 90’s and the gas on road class in the last 6 years.
Mirage RC Enterprises, UK importers of such top brands as HPI, Xray, Hot Bodies, Team Orion, Nosram, GRP and much more, have contacted us to let us know that there is a job opening in their company for a Technical Sales Advisor. The details of the position are listed here.
We are seeking an outgoing Sales person with drive and determination who has the ability to make a big difference in an internal sales role within Mirage R/C Enterprises Ltd.
– Are you a team player? Do you have confidence and conviction with strong communication skills?
– The successful applicant will be contacting both new and existing accounts in the UK, selling radio control cars, planes and helicopters and steering sales enquiries into orders.
– We want someone with strong commercial experience and knowledge of the products will be an advantage.
If you are interested in this position then send a letter of application before August 10th along with your CV to: Pam Dennis – Mirage RC Enterprises Ltd, 19 William Nadin Way, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 0BB Tel: 01283 226570 ext. 307 e-mail pam@mirageracing.com
Source: Mirage Racing [mirageracing.com]
LRP have announced the latest version of their Z.12R engine, the new Team Spec 4 is the company’s newest .12 motor aimed at the competition level 1/10th scale touring car market. This engine provides a maximum power output of 1.65hp and is equipped with CNC machined 3-port sleeve, made from hard chromed brass alloy (true ABC construction), piston and extra reinforced connecting rod. A black anodized metal backplate with special scoops provides improved mixture flow inside the engine to maximize the performance, while to pay attention to the latest car developments LRP have redesigned the cooling head to lower the center of gravity of the engine.
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Let the Team explain – Team Associated is proud to announce that Rick Hohwart has been chosen as the Reedy Electric Department Manager. Rick will oversee all operations including the planning, coordination, and development of new and innovative products related to electric motors, rechargeable batteries, and other electronics. Recognized as one of the best and most respected professional R/C car racers in the world, and as the founder and former owner of Peak Racing, Rick brings with him over 25 years of experience and vast knowledge of the inner workings of the R/C industry:
It is exciting to join such a well-established company with a long history, dedicated to R/C racing. Working with the Reedy brand in particular is an honor.
The legend himself, Mike Reedy, was excited about Rick’s appointment, saying:
Reedy Modifieds has always been at the forefront of R/C motor and battery technology. With Rick Hohwart now joining forces with Reedy Modifieds and Team Associated, I look forward to an even stronger motor and battery program. I have complete confidence in Rick and look forward with anticipation to the future.
Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]
