Enlightenment for RC Enthusiasts
Check out whats coming soon from Killer-RC. Funny to think its taken this long before we saw an option like this. We are happy to see a new dyeable bucket option available.
Check them out on the Killer-RC forum HERE.
Many of your hard core Losi drivers know the ups and downs of the steering servos. While it has been a popular part to replace with an aftermarket option, there still to this day not an “ultimate” or “perfect” servo made for our cars and trucks. We need GOBS of torque, good speed and they must be able to put up with the abuse and torture we put them through. Well it seems the jury has decided that dual servos is the only way to fly if your serious about your 1/5 scales, especially racing the Losi 5IVE-T. Check out this cool new product by Dark Soul that is sure to please the most advanced users. Press Release below.
Part Number: DSR7040
Product Link: HERE
The Losi dual steering servo bracket is the single best hop up you can buy for your Losi in terms of added performance.
Built from a single piece of aluminum, this bracket mounts directly to the chassis, eliminating any and all flex associated with the stock plastic standoffs that are currently used. A larger engine will give you plenty more straight away speed, but it ends there, races are won in the corners, and by massively improving your trucks ability to corner, you will see noticeably faster lap times.
The single steering servo setup that comes stock in your Losi is already underpowered for such a large truck, add in billet upgrade components, a bigger engine and so on, and the steering will get worse and worse the more laps you run.
The single servo is, in our opinion, underpowered from the get go, so by removing the stock, and adding 2 time tested and proven steering servos, you will see much better steering power, speed, and response.
INCLUDES:
This steering system is designed for use with the following servos:
Check out these cool new plastic beadlocks from Hostile. The Heavy Duty design with built in lip is what we have been waiting for now for a while. Thank you Hostile, well done. I look forward to getting a set of these and putting them on our shop Losi 5IVE-T. Check out the press release below.
Product Link: HERE
We are proud to announce the new “Ultra” rings from Hostile Racing Products. Hostile “Ultra” rings have several features never before found on a bead ring.
1. “Bumper” feature that virtually eliminates pinching of the bead area from side impacts, curbs, track boards, rocks and anything else that gets in the way.
2. Thick protective lip.
3. Rounded edges on all areas that contact the rubber of the tire.
4. Allows the use of several styles of bead screws including HPI, Losi, Proline and others.
5. Fits all brands of tires and wheels for the HPI Baja 5B, 5T, 5SC and the Losi 5ive.
6. Soon available in a variety of colors.
Bead rings should do more than just hold your tires on.
Hostile “Ultra” rings. The ultimate bead ring.
Limited quantities of black available now. Colors available in 1-2 weeks. Feel free to place your order any time.
Sold in packs of two (2)
Retail: $11.00
Part numbers:
Black – ultrablack
Blue – ultrablue
Red – ultrared
Orange – ultraorange
Green – ultragreen
The guys from TeamChase spent the day checking out the newest Southern California destination for 1/5 scale racers. I am told the location is turning out real well and the operator has some big plans. It looks like a great place to bring out your HPI Baja or Losi 5IVE-T and do some racing! Thanks to TeamChase for sending in the images.
At the moment the only information we have is posted below. We have contacted the operator for more information and a summer schedule.
The website for Irvine Lake
Regular Track Hours will be:
Wednesday: 4pm – dusk
Saturday/Sunday: 8am – 4pm
More information and detailed images HERE.
SA 2012-01
Inspection & Corrective Action Notice
May 15, 2012
ICE2 160HV ICE 200 Hydra ICE 240 Mamba XL Hydra ICE 200HV
It has come to our attention that some of these ESCs which shipped since the August 2011 recall on the ICE HV, Mamba XL and Hydra Ice may experience failures due to the control board becoming unseated from the power board. This includes controllers that were repaired or replaced in response to the recall. This only applies to the controllers listed above. It does not apply to all ICE2HV controllers.
The controllers listed above were built using two different plastic shell assemblies over the course of their production. Castle originally used two end caps that snapped around the heat sink halves and are held in place with adhesive labels. We switched to a newer plastic shell that was held together by four screws. The type of plastic shell used dictates the means of retaining the controllers’ control board in its socket on the power board.
As we made every effort to repair and return the exact controllers that we received in response to our August 2011 recall, units shipped back to customers may use either plastic assembly. The 4 screw clamshell case may leave enough space between the control board and the metal heat sink for the control board to become unseated from the power board. Castle has an easy to install means of ensuring the control board stays seated in the units built with the clamshell design; installation of a small piece of silicone-rubber foam to maintain a slight compression of the boards.
All new controllers made and shipped during the period of August, 2011, to May 10, 2012, with the clamshell plastic should be assumed to need a foam keeper installed before any attempt is made to power or use the controller in any way.
Click here to view complete instructions of the inspection procedure may be found on our website.
Castle will provide users with the special foam at no charge. Please use the email form on the web page listed above to send us your mailing address and we will get the foam out to you immediately.
Our records indicate that there are still quite a few controllers covered by the August 2011 recall that have not been returned to us for updating. Our conversations with customers at events around the country all seem to indicate that many of you were waiting until our service wait time was reduced in order to receive your repaired controller in the shortest possible time. Please be advised that our return time on these units is now generally a matter of a few days.
Please do not use controllers covered by the August 2011 advisory that have not been updated to ICE2, Hydra ICE2, or Mamba XL2 status. Send them in to Castle using the procedure outlined on the advisory page so that we can update them.
We apologize for any inconvenience any of these issues may cause you, and we sincerely appreciate your business.
We look forward to regaining your trust in our products and our company.
Regards,
Team Castle
Wile browsing the RC NIGHTMARE website getting a new post for LSN finished up I ran across this cool website they are working on. It’s called BuyRCStuff.com . It looks pretty cool and its GREAT to see another option for selling our RC equipment with MUCH lower selling fees.
TGN will be working this week to get some of our items listed and take the site for a test drive. We will report back later on our experience.
Check it out NOW.
Can a Friday get any better? Two great prizes this month at RCLargeScale AND an offer to get 1/2 off membership prices. Way to go RCLS!
Start by signing up and becoming a member at RCLargeScale HERE and be a part of the most supportive and informative forum on the web.
Then sign up and get a chance to win $100 to be spent at TGN. Check that out HERE.
Now go sign up for the mother of all contests to win a Losi 5IVE-T Hemistorm Penta Body, head over HERE to get started. Its simple and only takes a couple minutes.
Need I say more? Win a $250 Hemistorm Penta Body for your Losi 5IVE-T by visiting the link below. Lets leave it at that, go check it out and good luck!
Direct Link to contest rules HERE.
The HPI 1/5 Scale Super 5SC Flux RTR Brushless is HERE!
Looks like the time has come. First unofficially announced at Hostile Bajafest and then later in Germany and not here in the good old USofA. Distributors are taking back orders now. Will you get one? Post your comments and thoughts below.
One quick point that we made before. Notice the GLUED 1/5 tires. Wonder if these could hold the weight of a gasser for the guy looking to go light weight?
Press Release and high res images HERE.
The Savage drivetrain is super flexible, allowing HPI monster trucks to reach legendary levels of durability and performance! Because of this extreme toughness, HPI designers have Super-sized the Savage to 1/5th scale, taking the Savage to a new dimension!
The Super 5SC Flux takes the powerful Flux Tork 2200KV motor and Blur speedo from the amazing Savage Flux HP for truly impressive top speeds and plenty of wheel-spinning fun! The Super 5SC Flux is lighter than the Baja 5SC, so the power of the Flux Tork is a perfect match!
With specialized parts to fit the Baja 5SC body, bumpers and wheels, from the outside the Super 5SC Flux looks just like its fuel-breathing stablemate. It’s only when you switch it on and drive away that its secret is revealed!
FEATURES:
Woodster has been busy getting this new body ready for the HPI Baja 5t or 5SC. I know a lot of people have been waiting for a true Short Course styles body and I believe they nailed this one. For a minute there I thought it was a 1/10 scale, good job Woodster. Press release below.
Product Link: HERE (make sure to add your email to be notified of its arrival)
Part Number: WLZ-1006
Woodster Lidz is pleased to announce the arrival of their highly anticipated SCT short course body for the HPI Baja series trucks. Their third generation body is made from the same virtually indestructible, industry-first .093 polycarbonate as its predecessors.
Woodsterlidz was the first to use this ground-breaking choice of material and it has taken durability and performance to a whole new level. The new SCT short course body is a perfect replacement for the HPI Baja 5T and SC platform.
As with our other bodies, the SCT version will come pre-trimmed for ease of installation and include a standard sticker kit and paint masking set. Pre-orders will be taken thru our website with an expected release date of April 10, 2012.
Manufactured in the U.S.A.
NOTE:
All bodies are sold with a clear finish. Painted images shown are for promotional purposes only
