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NEW: Yokomo Work Emotion XC8 Wheels - Reported by genki on 4 July 2008

Yokomo have a new rim released and it is the Work Emotion XC8 Wheels which look to be for the Bee☆R B324R due out in the near future.

Look familiar?

Looking forward to the body, HPI have these rims cover with colour options ;)

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350Z Nismo Tamiya - Reported by hobworlddrft on 4 July 2008

Surprised noone added this yet as it makes such a pretty drifter.

Tamiya Quotes:

Newly designed TT-01 type E chassis features brand new A Parts and D Parts.
A Parts (Uprights) are made of a polycarbonate plastic material.
D Parts (Upper deck, motor cover, etc.) are made of a fiberglass-reinforced nylon material.
Improved steering linkage design features TA05 steering posts for sharper steering response.
Completely new upper deck enhances chassis rigidity and mimics Tamiya�s high-level race- spec machines.
Upper deck also features a convenient transponder mount to further encourage fans to go to their local track and experience R/C racing.
4WD shaft-driven bathtub chassis with coil spring damped, 4-wheel independent double wishbone suspension and sealed front and rear gearboxes.
Nissan Fairlady Z Version NISMO body is accurately reproduced with lightweight polycarbonate.
Includes ESC (TEU-101BK), Type 540 motor, and LEDs for headlights and tail lights.
Wide variety of Option Parts are separately available to customize your machine

And for RRP $299 awesome value, with the user just having to add drift tyres and aluminium shaft

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New Stuff: Schumacher mi3.5!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Reported by jaym on 3 July 2008

[size=18][color=violet]OMG I NEED NEW UNDIES![/color][/size]

The new Mi3.5, fast and efficient, a superb handling touring car, based on the hugely successful Mi3 which has won countless races and championships all over the world.

The Mi3.5 has been further refined and lightened and is now available with the new lightweight diff mounts, “EU” chassis and top deck.

The Mi3.5 enables the racer to set up their car with every adjustment possible. Now factory assembled it saves you time even before it takes on the opposition.

The Mi3.5 also offers you more choice, from the awesomely specified Mi3.5 PRO with full carbon fibre and titanium, available in 5 or 6 cell versions or the more durable Mi3.5 RACE (6 cell) using Schumacher’s famous S1 carbon composite material.

Features :

* New - Cars now assembled ready to use - New -
* New - Improved 5 or 6 cell carbon fibre chassis option & ‘EU’ Top Deck - New -
* New - Improved Lightweight diff mounts - New -
* New - Shock cap for improved shock bleeding and rebound options - New -
* New - Improved CV drive shafts with thinner bones and spring steel axle - New
* New - Front hub carrier with improved ackerman tuning options - New -
* New - Medium Flex wishbones for increased traction and better impact absorption - New -
* Fully adjustable, suspension geometry, wheelbase, caster, camber, roll centre, track width, ackerman, droop, anti dive, anti squat, front toe in/out, ride height and much more.
* Efficient transmission with twin Kevlar belts and precision CNC pulleys.
* Alloy eccentric adjusters for optimum belt tension. Easy diff height adjustment to allow changes in drive shaft plunge.
* This can be used to increase or decrease traction.
* Industry first static layshaft with ultra low rotating mass gear pulley assembly.
* Quick release diffs – Just 2 screws!!
* Super easy to work on design.
* Symmetrical chassis layout with few screws minimises tweak.
* Alloy CV drive shafts with spring steel axles and low friction blades.
* Stiff 3mm shock towers with optimised shock positions.
* Lightweight machined diff pulley, Ceramic diff balls, aerospace thrust bearing.
* Heavy duty front spool with CNC pulley.
* Twin pivot block design allows infinite adjustment of roll centres, toe-in, anti-squat, and track width on front and rear.
* New twin axis inner camber links for infinite camber link height and length adjustment.
* Fully adjustable steering including Velocity Ratio, Ackermann Angle and Ackerman Rate.
* Lightweight foam bumper.
* Spring steel suspension pins.
* Purple alloy M3 and M4 nuts.
* Battery fixing with tape or optional battery strap.
* Speed secret parts available to fine tune to all track conditions.

Pro only specs

* Titanium Turnbuckles.
* Ultra Low Anti roll bars.
* Ultra smooth Nickel-Teflon plated threaded alloy shock absorbers for extreme smoothness and durability.
* 2mm Aerospace carbon fibre chassis and top deck with optimised flex.

Race only specs

* S1 chassis and top deck with optimised flex.
* Spring steel turnbuckles
* Simplified shock design for ease of use

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New Stuff: Team Novak - SLYDR Brushless Drift System - Reported by jaym on 3 July 2008

With input from the top drifters of the world, Novak has developed the specially designed SLYDR Brushless Drift System (#3066-3068). This system includes the new SLYDR Brushless Drift ESC (#1712) factory-wired to one of three, new Novak Drift-Spec Brushless Motors (#3466-3468). These 540-size sensored brushless motors include the Novak 13mm Neodymium Sintered rotor for improved initial throttle response and natural drag brake. The SLYDR Drift ESC, which is based on Novak’s GTB, contains new brake adjustments and features to help fine tune brake response, as well as all new throttle curve adjustments to further customize the already-smooth throttle response.

SLYDR BRUSHLESS DRIFT SYSTEM WINDS
Novak’s SLYDR Brushless Drift Systems are available in three motor winds:

* SLYDR Brushless Drift System – 6.5T (Kv=5,700; Watts=370) provides the most power to light your tires up and excels on large tracks (#3066).
* SLYDR Brushless Drift System – 7.5T (Kv=5,200; Watts=340) is the best all-around-motor with a great balance between power and run time. It also works well on medium-sized tracks (#3067).
* SLYDR Brushless Drift System – 8.5T (Kv=4,500; Watts=280) has the smoothest power response and longest possible run time. The 8.5T is also ideal to use on small tracks (#3068).

DRIFT-SPEC BRUSHLESS MOTORS
Novak’s drift-specific SLYDR is a sensor-based system that is always aware of the rotor position. That knowledge provides the motor with superior starting torque and continuous synchronization for smooth, controlled low-speed driveability and consistent brakes – a must for drifting! The Drift-Spec series of motors also features a shielded sensor cable and a completely rebuildable design.

HV PRO BRUSHLESS/BRUSH ESC
Though the SLYDR Brushless Drift ESC has one throttle profile, the drift-specific ESC is completely programmable and packed with nine customizable parameters. Novak’s new Throttle Curve gives drivers the ability to experiment with three throttle responses – Linear, Expo-1 and Expo-2 – which range between a quick burst of power to a smoother, more controlled low-end power delivery. In addition, the SLYDR’s Brake Frequency adjustment contains seven degrees of adjustability from a smooth and controllable brake to a more abrupt and grabbier feel. The dozens of adjustments allow drivers to fine-tune their vehicle’s throttle braking for better control and advanced drifting.

But the customization doesn’t end with braking. Novak has also built into the ESC Li-Po Cut-Off Circuitry that prevents the batteries from going below the critical safety voltage level and a Motor Rotation feature that allows the user to easily select direction of the motor.

SLYDR BRUSHLESS DRIFT ESC FEATURES

* Fully programmable throttle profile specifically developed for drifting
* Nine adjustable parameters: Minimum Brake (10 settings from 3-50%), Drag Brake (10 settings from 3-50%), Dead Band (5 settings from 2-6%), Minimum Drive (5 settings from 2-12%), Throttle Curve (Linear, Expo-1 and Expo-2), Brake Frequency (7 settings from 1-8 kHz), Reverse, Motor Rotation and Li-Po Cut-Off
* User-friendly interface and 4 different color status LEDs. User can fine-tune one parameter at a time without having to re-enter other parameters
* Based on the Novak GTB Brushless ESC for ultimate brushless motor performance
* Built-in Smart-Stop Li-Po Cut-Off Circuitry Protection to monitor battery voltage level
* Independent programming of Drag Brakes and Minimum Brake for the ultimate braking control
* One-Touch Set-Up for quick, easy transmitter setup
* Smart Braking II enables users to “shift” from forward to reverse
* Compatible with Novak’s 540-size sensored brushless motors down to 5.5 turns
* Microprocessor-controlled
* Gold-Plated PCB Direct-Solder Wiring Tabs
* User-replaceable input harness (#5315) and remote power programming switch (#5602)
* 30×30x6mm cooling fan (#5648) mounted on factory-installed heat sink
* Factory-installed Power Trans-Cap Module (#5679) for cooler operating temperatures
* Water-resistant case
* Locked Rotor Detection and Thermal Overload Protection
* Novak’s Radio-Priority and Polar Drive Circuits
* Meets RoHS compliance and includes 120-Day Warranty
* Designed and assembled by Novak in Irvine, California, using globally-sourced components

SLYDR BRUSHLESS DRIFT ESC SPECS

* Input Voltage: 2S Li-Po cells or 4-6 NiMH cells (1.2V/cell)
* Footprint: 1.16” x 1.49” (29.5 x 37.8 mm)
* Weight (without wires): 1.36 oz. (38.5 g)
* Motor Limit: 5.5-turn Novak 540-size sensored brushless motor
* On-Resistance: 0.00040 ohms @ 25°C trans. temp.
* BEC: 6.0 volts DC / 3.0 amps
* Status LEDs: 4
* Voltage Cut-Off: 6.25V (when Li-Poly Cut-Off Circuitry is enabled)
* Power Wires (battery/motor): 14G Super-Flex Copper-Strand Silicone Wire

DRIFT-SPEC BRUSHLESS MOTOR FEATURES

* Specifically designed for drift vehicles
* Nickel-plated, high-strength 13mm Sintered Neodymium rotor for increased motor acceleration, improved initial throttle response, improved performance in high-temperature conditions, and natural drag brake
* Sensor-based for excellent braking and low-speed driveability
* Shielded sensor cable with sheathed sensor wires
* Oversized front bearing for increased load handling and bearing life
* Lightweight, ribbed end bells
* Provides approximately 20% longer run-times compared to brushed motors
* Direct-Solder Wiring Tabs
* Thermal Overload Protection (when used with Novak SLYDR Drift or GTB ESCs)
* Minimal Maintenance and Low cogging
* Rebuildable design: user-replaceable rotor (#5909) and user-replaceable front end bell/bearing and rear bearing (#5919)
* Meets RoHS compliance and includes 120-Day Warranty
* Designed, hand-wound and dyno-tested by Novak in Irvine, Calif.

DRIFT-SPEC BRUSHLESS MOTOR SPECS

* Turns: 6.5 (#3466), 7.5 (#3467), 8.5 (#3468)
* Design: Sensor-based
* Input Voltage: 2S Li-Po cells or 4-6 NiMH cells (1.2 volts/cell)
* Magnet: 13mm Nickel-plated, Sintered, high-strength Neodymium
* Watts: 370 (#3466), 340 (#3467), 280 (#3468)
* KV (unloaded): 5,700 (#3466), 5,200 (#3467), 4,500 (#3468) RPM/Volt
* Motor Size: 540 Size: 2.08” L X 1.41” D (52.8 x 35.8 mm)
* Motor Weight: 6.61 oz. (187 g)
* Shaft Diameter: 0.125” (3.2 mm) [accepts all existing pinion gears]
* Bearing Size: 1/2” x 3/16” (12.7×4.8mm)
* Protection: Thermal

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RC DRIFT MAGAZINE Issue 2 - with a special offer! - Reported by qwux on 29 June 2008

ok guys and girls, issue 2 of drift rc magazine is due for release very very soon (still waiting on definate date, but wen i get it i will keep you posted) so for now i am making a special offer.. read on!!!
the new cover for issue 2 (the actual one, not hte dodgy one i made up so i had a pic int he shop) is awesome... darker, and sexy, much more like my style!!!

issue 2 will be shipped from from as soon as i get it, so make sure you get your preorder in early!!! subscribers will obviously get them sent out first!

preorder it here:
Issue 2 of Drift RC Magazine

now for the special offer.....

did you miss the first issue? not many came into the country, and i dont have many left at all. so, here is your chance to get the limited first issue of Drift RC Magazine, as part of a discounted subscription!!!!

i am only offering 7 of these discounted subscriptions so get in quick!!!!

it is now only $60 for all 4 issues of Drift Rc Magazine's first year. no postage fees, no hidden catches, just good, cheap goodness, for cheap

SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION

remember, its a very limited offer, and is good if you missed out on issue 1, could be your last chance to ever get the issue!

thats all for now

peace
qwux

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HPI New led kits - Reported by nikolaz01 on 28 June 2008

Hpi will soon be releasing there latest addition. Hpi are really stepping up in the drifting scene.

Led kit more info will be released at a later date for now pics :)

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New Speed Way Pal Aero Er34 - Reported by genki on 25 June 2008

ER34 Speed Way Pal are back with an Aero version.
This will be due out next month and instore asap. Includes muffler, wing, decals and masking decals.

Recommended offset is 7mm front and 10mm rear ;)

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Square TA05 Drift Conversion Set - Reported by genki on 1 June 2008

Thats right folks, another TA05 drift conversion. Why not, the TA05 is a great chassis ;) The layout follows in the steps of the OTA-R TA05 Conversion by moving the motor forward and moving the battery to the rear.

The kit includes:
2.5mm lower carbon chassis
2mm carbon upper deck
Aluminium Motor plate
Aluminium Motor plate support
Front and rear belts
Belt Tensioner
Battery holder

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New HPi Ae86 Wide Body Kits - Reported by drifter08 on 29 May 2008

hey new body kits for your Ae86s' Includes light buckets,Side Skirts,Side Fenders etc.....Here some pictures Looks Awesome

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New Hotworks bodies! - Reported by genki on 26 May 2008

This may interest some folks here, Hotworks has some new bodies out.
2 RX7 bodies as well as an GTR34 Japanese Police car. All bodies are pre painted and come with a dummy chassis as well as wheels etc.

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