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Radio Control Car Action, Sep 2003 by Gonzalez, George M, Sams, Jason

EPIC MOTORSPORTS

19-turn Outlaw Spec motor

Epic's new 19-turn Outlaw Spec motor uses Binary 2 magnet technology to increase rpm beyond that of a standard magnet-equipped motor. The high-quality can has been matched with Epic's P-94-style brush system. The motor is available in two trims-standard and an upgraded Pro model. The Pro model has a diamond-trued comm, and it has been hand-tuned by Epic's motor techs for optimal performance right off the shelf. Epic 19-turn Outlaw Spec motor-EP1100 (standard)/EP1101 (Pro); $64.99 each. EPIC, distributed by Trinity, (732) 635-160; teamtrinity.com.

DACE MFG.

Losi Triple-XNT aluminum battery brace

With the help of designer and Team Losi driver Jose "JZ" Zayas, Dace Mfg. has been very busy making parts for Losi's popular gas truck. Zayas designed an aluminum brace to help prevent the battery box on a Losi truck from breaking during hard, rear-weighted landings. The brace is made from T6 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum and has a nickel-plated finish to help give it that cool, "dark-chrome"-looking shine. Longer 4-40 screws are also provided for proper installation.

Losi battery brace-DL 4031; $17.50.

Dace Mfg. (209) 543-0299; dacemfg.com.

NOVA RC PRODUCTS

Race Pro heads

Nova RC Products recently released a complete line of its Race Pro heads for today's most popular engines. The heads are made out of 7075 aircraft-grade aluminum alloy, and according to Nova RC, you'll see a 40-percent reduction in temperature when using its heads. Nova uses 7075 aluminum because it's 80 percent stronger than 6061 aluminum and dissipates heat better than 6061. The low-profile heads have a polished finish.

Various part nos., depending on model; $45 to $48.

Nova RC Products; novarcproducts.com.

TAMIYA

Candy-chrome zip-ties

Looking to add a little bling-bling to your next car or truck? If so, check out Tamiya's colorful chrome zip-ties. They come 10 to a bag and are available in a variety of colors. The ties are the small type that are perfect for gathering together your ESC or receiver wires.

Tamiya chrome zip-ties-53621 (blue), 53622 (purple), 53623 (pink), 53624 (gold); $3.80/pack of 10.

Tamiya America Inc. (800) 826-4922; tamiyausa.com.

RATZAS

Machined-aluminum MP-7.5 shock towers

Ratzas now offers precision machined-aluminum front and rear shock towers for the Kyosho Inferno MP-7.5. These towers are made of extra-thick 7075 aluminum for racers who demand durability. The rear tower has two additional shock-mounting positions for a total of eight locations. Both towers come with a black, hard-anodized finish for that ultra-sweet factory look. Ratzas also offers additional hop-ups for the MP-7.5 and Kanai 2.

Ratzas shock towers (F/R)-MP 702/ MP 701; $34.95/$38.95.

Ratzas (407) 774-8500; ratzas.net.

TRACK THREADS

SCHUMACHER

Sport Shirt & Flex-Fit Team Hat

Want to sport Team Schumacher colors the next time you head to the track? The silver and black Sport Shirt is available in sizes small through XXL. while the hat is available in two sizes: medium (which fits small and medium) and large (which fits both large and XL).

Looking stylish at the track is what it's all about, fellas....

Sport Shirt-G319 S to XXL); $24.99.

Flex-Fit Hat-6314

(M and L);

$21.99.

Schumacher USA

(813) 889-9691; racing-cars.com.

FUTABA

3PK transmitter bag

Futaba now offers its own custom carrying case for the new 3PK radio. The interior and the antenna protector are lined with soft polyester cloth that's also used to cover two foam blocks that are easily re-positioned using strips of hook-and-loop fastener for a more secure fit. Other features include a double-zipper flap, handles and a removable shoulder strap. The bag is made of durable, waterproof black vinyl with the Futaba logo embroidered in red, and it can also be used to hold other Futaba 3- and 2-channel systems.

3PK transmitter bag-FUTP1000; $39.99.

Futaba; distributed exclusively by Hobbico/Great Planes Model Distributors Co.

(217) 398-8970; futaba-rc.com.