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2021 Protoform Grand Prix – Report

Posted: 27 Apr 2021 08:53 AM PDT

The annual Protoform Grand Prix kicked off the West Coast RC Racing season over the past weekend at Steel City Speedway. Wallace Motorsports was in attendance along with some of the best US talent in 8th scale, sedan, GT and electric classes. The format was qualifying points, best 2 out of 5, and odd/even semi-finals to make the A main. In sedan, Serpent team driver, Bryce Butterfield, would take TQ in the final round while Wallace Motorsports/Infinity driver DJ Apolaro would win super pole to automatically seed into the A main. For 8th scale expert, local fast guy, Chris Velez, was able to secure TQ from a charging field of fast talent. It came down to the last qualifier as 4 different people during qualifying took the top spot during their round. Wallace Motorsports/Infinity team driver Robbie Cerrato was able to dominate super pole and start P2 on the grid.

For the Sedan final, Serpent team driver and local favourite, Bryce Butterfield, would take the win late in the race from team mate Walter Diaz. Wallace Motorsports driver Diatta Collymore would round out the podium after starting 9th.

Sedan Final:
1. Bryce Butterfield
2. Walter Diaz
3. Diatta Collymore
4. David Blakeney
5. Henry Turner
6. Taylor Elias
7. Jose Casas
8. Ivan Garcia
9. Michael Palazzola
10.DJ Apolaro

In the 8th scale Sportsman final, Ken Loudermilk would win from Richard Lim in 2nd while Wallace Motorsports driver, Jaccob Cerrato, would finish 3rd after a great battle with his good friend, Brandon Thomas who was TQ.

1/8th Sportsmans Final:
1. Ken Loudermilk
2. Richard Lim
3. Jacob Cerrato
4. Ronnie Bazik
5. Daniel Harms
6. Alex Brenes
7. Brandon Thomas
8. John Christensen
9. Chris Nelson
10.Sal Bissada

Lastly, the 8th scale expert final was exciting. The top 5-6 guys were all near the same speed, and on the same lap for most of the race. Early in the race, Wallace Motorsports driver Robbie Cerrato, was able to take the lead until a race incident with 2nd place would cause him to fall back. This provided DJ Apolaro the opportunity to charge to the lead and never look back. DJ would finish 1st, Chris Velez (Mugen) would finish 2nd, and Infinity driver Joel Johnson, finished 3rd.

1/8th Expert Final:
1. DJ Apolaro
2. Chris Velez
3. Joel Johnson
4. Robbie Cerrato
5. Paolo Morganti
6. Garen Hagobian
7. Jacob Cruz
8. Chris Verano
9. Eric Dennet
10.Brandon Cho

Source: Wallace Motorsports [wallacemotorsports.net]

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Mon-tech PickUp R body shell

Posted: 27 Apr 2021 08:40 AM PDT

Mon-tech have sent us photos of their new PickUp R body shell. Completing their PickUp series, this body can be used for Scaler and Crawler and has a pitch of 315mm which allows it to be mounted on most of the frames on the market. Made of high-strength polycarbonate, window masks are included as is the decal sheet with lights and grilles.

Source: Mon-Tech [mon-techracing.net]

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Core RC mini electric screwdriver

Posted: 27 Apr 2021 02:01 AM PDT

From Schumacher’s Core RC line comes this mini electric screwdriver for those serious wrenching jobs. Charged using USB and featuring a 3.6v lithium-ion battery it sports a swivel handle and magnetic bit holder. Adjustable torque control and an easy to reach forward and reverse switch give you complete control and the built in LED work light let you see the working area. For good measure, the handle features a built in torch.

Specifications
Voltage – 3.6v
Chuck Size – 6.35mm Magnetic
No Load Speed – 180/min
Torque Settings – 9
Max Torque – 3.5Nm
Battery – 1.5Ah Li-ion
Charge Time – 3-5 Hours
Weight – 0.4kg
Includes instructions and charging cable.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

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XRS Australia Rd1 – Report

Posted: 27 Apr 2021 01:49 AM PDT

After three and a half months Round 1 of XRS Australia is in the books. With the weather forecast uncertain, in the end racers were greeted with 2 days of glorious sunshine. With the crew at SMA having prepared the track with a fresh coat of Boral Surface Coating the grip and consistency was always going to be on point and the lap times and results show it. In the 13.5 class Pete Wong was in a class of his own this weekend. Taking Q1 and Q2 as well as A1 and A2 with a fast and clinical display of driving. However, things were not as relaxed in the hunt for the minor placings with Cristian Silva, Tate Firth and Chris Peat all trading blows for the 2 remaining podium places. Where ever you looked on the track there were mini battles happening that kept the racing interesting.

1. Pete Wong – Xray T4
2. Christian Silva – Xray T4
3. Tate Firth – Infinity

With a field of 18 drivers in the 21.5 class it was always going to be a mighty effort to make the A main. Bruce Seaton made the best of the weekend with a clean sweep of the qualifiers and apart from a hiccup in A1 was the standout in 21.5. Others in the field however were not going to make it easy for him with Brett Wilson, Scott Hill, Hayden Smith, Ray Zarb and Neal Hiland all doing their best to keep him honest. This was the last race meet using the older 21.5 motors (all other rounds this year will be the new 17.5 motors) so it was a good send off to a motor that has served us well for 4 seasons.

1. Bruce Seaton – ARC
2. Brett Wilson – Yokomo
3. Scott Hill – ARC

The pace of the modified guys has to be seen to be believed. On a tight and technical SMA layout these guys show why they are running the premier class. A few slight hiccups during qualifying and finals kept the racing close and the spectators on their feet. In the washup its was Simon Nicholson that prevailed showing he is still one to beat. Jeffrey Mackie and John Puse certainly didn’t let him runway with it with John Puse having on of the drives of the day.

1. Simon Nicholson – Yokomo
2. Jeffrey Mackie – ARC
3. John Puse – Yokomo

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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Team Associated Rival MT10 option parts

Posted: 27 Apr 2021 01:26 AM PDT

Team Associated have released a number of new option parts for their Rival MT10 RTRs. Replacing the stock plastic body shock absorbers there are now a new front and rear aluminium shock sets for improved performance and looks. Also to replace the stock plastic part, there is a new set of front and rear steel CVAs for improved durability and performance over the plastic drivetrain.

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