LRP reports – “The 7th out of 8 rounds of the Finnish Touring Car Series brought the decision: with his victory, Viljami Kutvonen is Finnish Touring Car Champion 2010! Many of the best Finnish touring car drivers were attending, resulting in a highly competitive starter field. Once again LRP driver Viljami Kutvonen showed an impressing performance, easily took TQ and won the race in stile. Relying on the power of the LRP brushless technology, the LRP VECTOR X12 Octa-Wind 5.0T motor, the all new LRP SXX TC spec “Version 2” and the LRP LiPo 5900 – 50C “Competition Car Line” battery, Viljami Kutvonen was able to celebrate the overall 2010 title in the Finnish Touring Car series already after round 7! Congratulations, Viljami!”

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“Perfect for 1:12 Onroad and 2WD Offroad racing, the high-tech features and matched components make the new generation SXX Competition one of the highest-performing speed controls on the market today. The individual and precise settings of “Feel” and “Boost” offer maximum flexibility and the highest power in every race situation. The revolutionary new Twin BEC is independent from the battery input voltage and provides a constant 6V/3A output with 3-7.4V batteries.

Features:

• Dual ADPC max Software: Independent adjustment of “Feel” and “Boost” for maximum flexibility.
• USB Software Updateability: Benefit from all the latest performance improvements and updates available at http://www.lrp.cc!
• Twin BEC: Constant 6V/3A output with 3.0V to 7.4V batteries. No receiver battery with 1S LiPo needed.
• Revolutionary Internal Temp Check System 3: Allows you to read out the maximum internal temperature for the speed control and motor.
• AutoCell System 2 (3.0V to 7.4V input voltage): Fully adjustable cutoff system for all types of cells.
• C3 Technology: Revolutionary Copper Core Cooling technology for lowest running temperature.”

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“Perfect for 1:12 Onroad and 2WD Offroad racing, the high-tech features and matched components make the new generation SXX Competition one of the highest-performing speed controls on the market today. The individual and precise settings of “Feel” and “Boost” offer maximum flexibility and the highest power in every race situation. The revolutionary new Twin BEC is independent from the battery input voltage and provides a constant 6V/3A output with 3-7.4V batteries. To keep your speed control up to date, USB software updates will be available.

Features:

• Dual ADPC max Software: Independent adjustment of “Feel” and “Boost” for maximum flexibility.
• USB Software Updateability: Benefit from all the latest performance improvements and updates available at http://www.lrp.cc!
• Twin BEC: Constant 6V/3A output with 3.0V to 7.4V batteries. No receiver battery with 1S LiPo needed.
• Revolutionary Internal Temp Check System 3: Allows you to read out the maximum internal temperature for the speed control and motor.
• AutoCell System 2 (3.0V to 7.4V input voltage): Fully adjustable cutoff system for all types of cells.
• C3 Technology: Revolutionary Copper Core Cooling technology for lowest running temperature.”

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“With multiple R/C press awards and in use by multiple World Champions, the Pulsar line of chargers is the first choice of many of the world’s best R/C drivers. Never one to think that the best is good enough, LRP is proud to announce the next generation in this successful line: the Pulsar Touch Competition. The Pulsar Touch Competition shines with its revolutionary features including a special touch screen with graphic user interface and high-quality components. An integrated high-performance LiPo/LiFePo balancer detects differences in the cells and automatically starts balancing, resulting in longer lifetime and even better performance of the cells.

CHARGE LiPo, LiFePo, NiMH, NiCd

• Adjustable fast charge from 0.1 to 12.0A:
• 1-4 cells LiPo/LiFePo with automatic (LiPo/LiFePo) cut-off 1-8 cells (NiMH/NiCd) with adjustable Delta-Peak detection, linear or optional 5-step charge mode. (Charges with variable current steps.)
• Autostart-Timer for maximum comfort.
• Storage Mode: The battery is charged/discharged automatically for longest cell lifetime.

CYCLE LiPo, LiFePo, NiMH, NiCd

• Automatic Cycling Mode for excellent conditioning of your batteries.

DISCHARGE LiPo, LiFePo, NiMH, NiCd

• Adjustable high-power discharge current (up to 20.0A) and cut-off voltage to perfectly match your batteries.

FEATURES:

• Touch-screen graphics display, blue backlit.
• Integrated LiPo/LiFePo balancer.
• Brushless motor sensor port for sensor check and RPM measurement.
• Receiver simulator port for function check of speed controls and servos.
• Fully Adjustable. Intuitive program structure with graphical user interface, allows precise adjustment of all parameters.
• User Profile Memory: 5 factory pre-set profiles which can be customized, re-named and saved in memory.
• USB connection (wire included): for data download to PC and firmware update.
• Microprocessor controlled: Fully adjustable for perfect operation, maximum performance and highest safety.
• Multi Protection System: protection against output reverse polarity, short circuit, input voltage error and over charge.
• Voltage calibration for maximum accuracy.
• DC Input 11-15V.

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“The Xray Malaysia Cup for Series 3 was organized by Trust Hobby Racing in Malaysia. With recent resurfacing work on the layout, this track has medium to high traction depending on the time of the day and consider one of the most technical track in Southern Malaysia. Entries up to three mains would battle out for the 1/10 EP Modified Touring Car class to see P.Y.Tang TQ and win the class with his Orca equipped Xray T3. Qualifying started with many struggling with the morning low traction, but it was P.Y.Tang Xray T3/Orca who set the pace at 24 laps 5:01:137, followed by Jonest at 24 laps 5:10.104, and newcomer E.C.Wee Xray T3/Orca at 23 laps 5:00.755. As the traction got higher coming into noon time, and a reduce amount of tire additive saw P.Y.Tang recording fastest single laptime of 11.777s, with a TQ run on Heat 2 at 25 laps 5:06, 2 seconds off the track record set by Ken Ng of Xray T3/H-Energy. Bernard Lee jumped to 2nd from the grid barely missing 25 lapper at 24 laps 5:01.211 after resolving a loose differential problem on his Xray T3. Jonest in his Tamiya 416X would start 3rd from the grid qualifying 24 laps 5:04.620.

Final Top 10 Qualifiers -

1. P.Y.Tang – Xray T3, Orca – 25 laps 5:06.215
2. Bernard Lee – Xray T3 – 24 laps 5:01.211
3. Jonest Wong – Tamiya TRF416X, H-Energy – 24 laps 5:04:620
4. E.C.Wee – Xray T3, Orca – 24 laps 5:09.615
5. Barry Ng – TRF416X – 24 laps 5:10.585
6. Allister Lim – Hotbodies Cyclone TC – 24 laps 5:13.553
7. Jazz CK – Yokomo BD5 – 23 laps 5:00.946
8. Hasron – Yokomo BD5 – 23 laps 5:05.192
9. Chee Lip Keong – Tamiya 416X – 23 laps 5:06.723
10. James Ki – Xray T3 – 23 laps 5:08.849

The three leg finals saw some great racing as Bernard Lee and Jonest Wong matching the pace on pole position P.Y.Tang. In the Final A1, P.Y.Tang got off to a good start but was suffering from low traction as there was a delay to the start causing the tires cooling down. Bernard Lee second from the pole started off with sliding sideways but managed to maintain his position. Bernard was able to reel in the front car but as tires warmed out for P.Y.Tang, he was able to pull away and take the win for first leg. In the second leg, it was a more interesting race as top 3 swapped position for a few times. P.Y.Tang and Bernard Lee got off the starting line battling out with Jonest Wong following closely behind in 3rd. Halfway through, P.Y.Tang and Bernard Lee had a slight contact just before the left sweeper, allowing Jonest Wong to pass, but while leading, Jonest was held up by a backmarker.

P.Y.Tang retake the lead and went on to take the chequered flag for second leg and the overall win. Jonest Wong took 2nd and James Ki 3rd completed top 3 in second leg. Bernard Lee had to retire after his battery dumped. As P.Y.Tang already secured 1st overall, the podium would still be up for grabs between Bernard Lee, Jonest Wong, James Ki and Jazz CK. At the sound of the tone, P.Y.Tang and Bernard Lee pulled away, while Jonest Wong in 3rd found himself pressuring by 4th position E.C.Wee, and Allister Lim lurking back in 5th looking a way to pass. On fresh rubber, Bernard Lee was able to pass P.Y.Tang at the 1-minute mark. P.Y.Tang regained the lead on lap 7 when Bernard Lee unable to keep his line, but on lap 20, P.Y.Tang had to retire from a stripped spur gear. Allister Lim caught up and took the win for third leg as Bernard Lee was suffering from battery problem and James Ki again finished in top 3 from 10th position.

Final Standings Top 10 -

1. P.Y.Tang – Xray T3, Orca – 2 pts
2. Bernard Lee – Xray T3 – 4 pts
3. Jonest Wong – Tamiya TRF416X, H-Energy – 5 points
4. James Ki – Xray T3 – 6 pts
5. Allister Lim – Hotbodies Cyclone TC – 8 pts
6. E.C.Wee – Xray T3 – 9 pts
7. Jazz CK – Yokomo BD5 – 11 pts
8. Chee Lip Keong – Tamiya 416X – 11 pts
9. Barry Ng – Tamiya 416X – 12 pts
10. Hasron – Yokomo BD5 – 16 pts

P.Y.Tang Xray T3 is equipped with the new and improved Orca Vritra TC Pro-Spec 160Amp ESC and Orca Infinite 5500Mah 50C LiPo.”

Our thanks go to Quantum Racing for this report.

“Team Durango’s DEX410 2010 Spec is arguably the highest-specification 1/10 scale RC racing buggy available today. Out-of-the-box, this car is the ultimate piece of kit for the serious, very serious and professional RC racer. We have taken all of the best parts of our 2009 World Championship winning design and made some components even better than before, as well as ensuring that 2010 ROAR spec 25mm high Lipos sit in the car perfectly. The list of changes and improvements over the 2009 version of the DEX410 include:

• 25mm high Lipo battery strap
• Revised steering blocks with large 13mm outer ball bearings
• 2.0mm CVD driveshafts front, rear and down the centre
• Steel front brace posts
• Larger diameter, steel crunch spacers
• Deeper hex wheels
• Revised diff shims
• Kit now includes 100000CST and 50000CST differential oils for our awesome geared diffs
• Now available from your local Team Durango distributor!

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3Racing has announced that they will be releasing a new designed Narrow Chassis for the SAKURA ZERO which is optimized for Lipo’s. Details can be found below -

• The width of the chassis is narrowed to 83mm from the standard 106mm.
• The new part comes with two movable battery trays that allow drivers placing the battery with 5mm free range to attain perfect chassis balance.
• The battery can be moved inward to the chassis if its weight is appropriate, so as to make the chassis narrower and effectively reduce the possibility to contact the ground surface during high speed cornering.
• Manufactured from rigid carbon graphite and cut precisely by CNC machine.

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“Introducing the Exotek EX05. This high performance multi adjustment lipo chassis represents superior balanced lipo performance. The EX05 brings you pro level design features that would rival any top touring car.

• The EX05 chassis is designed and tested to equalize lateral flex. No more inconsistent flex problems caused by 6 large battery cut outs like in the stock chassis. The net result is much more predictable handling.
• 2.3mm thick USA made quasi weave carbon fiber top and bottom plates. Stiff yet ultra lightweight.
• 3 side ways battery mounting positions to help balance the battery and car.
• 2 front or back battery mounting positions allows for more steering or more stability.
• 2 piece battery blocks insures tweak free secure battery retention.
• Narrowed chassis (96mm wide at the rear) for less chassis scrub through corners for better corner speed and handling. Narrower then the top level 416X!
• Includes CF battery strap and alloy posts.
• Multi adjusting center battery holds to custom fit your battery for a perfect snug fit.
• Accepts 7.4 volt FLAT BOTTOM type cased lipos such as Thunder Power 5200, Intellect IB, Orion Platinum Series or similar sized lipo batteries.
• Includes polished anodized steering posts, spacers, long stand offs and motor mount posts (compatible with stock gray V2 motor mount or TRF option V2 motor mount).
• Includes alloy steel hex hardware and instructions.”

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“The DEX410 was originally designed around lipo packs that were 23.5mm tall. This was the maximum height for a legal lipo battery at the time. Since then there has been a change in the regulations, increasing this maximum height dimension to allow lipos of up to 25mm to be used for racing. When developing the DEX410R model this change in battery regulations was taken into account and existing parts were revised to allow the fitment of 25mm high lipo packs.”

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“The B4 platform is undefeated on a world level since its release in 2003, winning four I.F.M.A.R. World Championships (2003- Billy Easton; 2005- Neil Cragg; 2007- Hayato Matsuzaki; 2009- Martin Achter). The B4 has also carried Ryan Cavalieri to four straight R.O.A.R National Championships in Modified Buggy. With an unprecedented pedigree of World, National, and European titles behind them, the B4 development team spent countless hours to refine the B4 to produce the B4.1 Factory Team kit. Team Associated’s Area 51 designers optimized the B4.1 Factory Team kit for the latest generation of racers whose cars are lighter and more powerful than ever due to the advent of new LiPo battery and brushless motor technology. With its race-ready components, Factory Team parts, and optimized suspension setup for use with LiPo batteries, the B4.1 Factory Team buggy puts it’s World Champion pedigree to work for you, lap after lap!

Features:

• 4-Time I.F.M.A.R. World Champion and 5-Time R.O.A.R. US National Champion!
• Factory Team 0.5° aluminum rear hubs with oversized outer bearing
• Ball differential with lightweight outdrives
• Factory Team V2 hard-anodized threaded shock bodies with bleed-screw caps
• V2 slipper assembly with high-rate spring for more consistent slipper clutch adjustments
• Pro-Line Vortex body and wing
• Pro-Line M3 Holeshot 2.0 rear and M3 4-rib front tires • CVA drive shafts with pin retainer clips
• Durable steel center-drilled front axles
• Carbon-fiber battery strap with blue aluminum thumb screws
• Optimized suspension setup for use with LiPo batteries
• Suspension mounts for 4°, 3.5°, 3°, and 2.5° rear toe included
• Blue titanium turnbuckles
• Complete set of precision ball bearings
• Factory Team blue aluminum hinge pin brace, milled motor plate, servo mounts and much more!”

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