Japanese brand Speedmaster Japan have introduced their new progressive T2.5-2.8 1/10th electric touring car spring as well as a range of accessories. Starting with the spring, the T2.5-2.8 adds to SMJ’s existing Stealth line of springs and it is made of 1.4mm diameter wire. The total length is 20mm meaning it can be used with most of today’s ultra short shock absorbers.
HRC Distribution have introduced the new Roapex Tracker and Morph pre-glued tyres for 1/10th monster trucks. Mounted on standard 12mm hex black or chrome-black wheels with either 0 or 1/2” offset, the tyre utilise a high-quality soft compound rubber to provide high traction in any track condition.
View the Morph tyre and the rim variants here
Protoform have announced the soon release of their all-new Europa touring car body shell for 190mm FWD chassis. A growing class around the globe, the Europa will be Protoform’s first shot at the popular class and all information and images should become available in time for the release. Update: In the meantime Protoform have made a first pre-production image available that you can see after the break.
View the pre-production image here
Coming soon from Tamiya is a range of new option parts for the popular T3-01 Dancing Rider trike. First up is a set of hard and soft front springs that help to fine-tune the characteristics of the vehicle. The set includes a pair of soft and hard springs with colour coding as well as 3mm X-rings and a portion of grease. Also new is a set of colour-coded rear springs in soft or hard configuration, again used to fine-tune the trike’s suspension to various track conditions. Last in the line of suspension tuning options is a medium and hard steering spring set that helps to set the steering characteristics. Colour coded for easy identification the set also includes sponge tape. Other new parts include an aluminium swing shaft set for weight-saving and smoother function as well as an aluminium front axle set, again saving weight and making for a more agile handling. Last but not least comes a soft compound front tyre that helps to find grip in lower traction or temperature conditions.
T-Works have introduced a new graphite bumper plate for the Xray T4’19 touring car. Designed to replace the standard composite plate for a cooler looking and more sturdy item, the plate fits the 2019 kit, it includes two orange anodised alloy bushings and it is available now.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
MIP have introduced their new Race Duty drive kit for the Arrma Kraton and Outcast trucks. Made from the highest quality hardened alloy steel, the kit can easily upgrade the car’s front or rear drive. It offers increased overall strength due to large 6mm tapered bone compared to 5mm of OEM and the tolerances are all improved from the coupler hole, to the entire assembly. In addition rotation of the cup of the axle to the bone is much smoother and not notchy like the OEM fitment for an overall smoother driveline action.
Source: MIP [miponline.com]
Coming from KO Propo is the Advantage Capacitor D that was specially designed for drift car applications. The capacitor board can be soldered to the positive and negative terminals of any brushless speed controller and ensures a smooth and controllable power supply as it is necessary for drift car racing. The capacitor comes protected with black shrink wrap and sports a gold-coloured sticker for looks and easy identification.
Source: KO Propo [kopropo.co.jp]
The popular Champion Touring Series race series will kick off its fourth season from the 18th to 20th of January at 702 Raceway in Las Vegas, Nevada. For 2019 some major changes are planned for the CTS4 with the new platform being an Exhibition Series with no points chase and is happening across the USA. 12th Scale and Pro 10 will be an addition to the series due to the popular demand in pan car. The Spec Tire for Touring will be Elexis while USGT uses Gravity mesh wheel radial tires and Formula as well as Pan Cars are open tire. There is also a new racing format which entails one seeding round and three qualifiers using IFMAR qualifying with rocket round on Saturday. On Sunday, racers that make the A-Main will have three chances to win a trophy for the Exhibition round including the top qualifier. The vision for this season is to bring the platform across the country versus racing only in California. This breeds more RC racing and will grow the hobby. Champion Touring Series would like to welcome the new tracks below for the 2019 schedule as follows. Full details and the complete 7-race schedule can be found on social media here.
