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December 11, 2019

JConcepts S15 RC8B3.1 body shell

JConcepts have introduced their S15 body shell for the popular Team Associated RC8B3.1 1/8th scale buggy. The S15 blends performance features of the popular Silencer body with new features such as mid-body winglets and rear stabiliser kick-up. The roof of the body remains strong with the upper fin in position for stability and tracking ability. The engine area remains clean and a deep rooted position allows the engine head maximum side exposure to air and escape. The front and rear body mount area is cleanly designed and allows for a drop-fit on the Team Associated RC8B3.1 and other kit variants. For the precise fit, the design has undergone changes to match the Team Associated chassis side-guards and body mount positioning. The S15 stance cockpit allows ample fuel tank access, a smoother high-speed windshield transition which tackles even the most high-speed conditions. The hard edged chamfering provides the classic JConcepts look while also delivering aero benefits and perfect decal positioning. Included with each body come window masks and a decal sheet.

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December 11, 2019

Xray T4’20 1.6mm carbon fibre upper deck

Coming from Xray and made for their all-new T4 2020 mid-motor touring car kit is a 1.6mm carbon fibre upper deck. Thinner than the kit top deck the 1.6mm variant is best used in combination with the aluminium flex or solid chassis as it allows for a softer overall chassis setting compared to the 2.0mm part which helps especially in lower grip conditions where a softer setting can improve steering and rear side bite. Like the original top deck the thinner variant is fully symmetrical and usable with the rear ball bearing or bushing chassis stiffeners to further fine-tune the overall chassis flex.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

December 11, 2019

RC Kongen Winter Off-road Series Rd3 – Report

The Danish RC Kongen club held round 3 of their Winter Off-road Series last weekend in 2WD Modified, 4WD Modified and Sportsman classes. In 2WD Mod Buggy it was young Marcus Kaerup (Team Associated) with the overall TQ from Jonas Kaerup (Team Associated) in 2nd and Yokomo’s Frederik Hovgaard in 3rd. In the single A-main event Marcus took a popular win with a lap margin from Frederik while Jonas came in 3rd, less than a second behind Frederik.

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December 11, 2019

Ruddog blue medium thread lock

Ruddog Distribution have introduced their new blue medium thread lock. The chemical comes in a new pump bottle dispenser that allows for easy and convenient application even of very small amounts of thread lock, making securing metal to metal connections a breeze. The product comes in 15g bottles and it is available from now on.

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December 11, 2019

RC-Square Parsec pan car alloy side spring retainers

RC-Square have introduced new aluminium side spring retainers for the Parsec pan cars. Machined from aluminium and sporting a black surface coating for wear, the spring retainers offer greater precision, they hole the side springs more secure and also allow for easier adjustment. The retainers come as pairs and include suitable mounting grub screws.

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December 11, 2019

Xray XB4’20 multi wheelbase aluminium chassis

Coming from Xray and made for the XB4’20 is a multi wheelbase aluminium chassis. Machined from high-quality 2.5mm 7075-T6 aluminium and coming black anodised for surface protection the chassis allows to use two different wheelbase settings, a shorter one for increased car rotation in corners on high-grip tracks while the longer wheelbase setting, that shifts the rear bulkhead towards thew rear, increases stability in low-traction conditions. The chassis also features strategically placed milled-out section to achieve the desired flex characteristics without harming overall stability.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

December 11, 2019

2019 Top Gun Shootout – Report

San Diego, California based SDRC RC Raceway hosted the 2019 Top Gun Shootout last weekend, drawing nearly 270 entries. While Matthew Gonzales and Tanner Ashmore took home wins in the 13.5T 4WD and 17.5T Expert 2WD Buggy class respectively, it was Broc Champlin who snatched the 2WD Mod Buggy title, coming from 3rd on the grid. 2nd place qualifier, Dustin Evans would retain his runner-up spot after the single 10-minute A-main as top qualifier, Aydin Horne had to settle for 3rd overall, making it an all-Team-Associated top 3.

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December 11, 2019

Xtreme Racing T4’20 carbon fibre front bumper holder

Xtreme Racing have introduced their new carbon fibre front bumper holder with brace for the Xray T4’20 touring car. Machined from high-quality 2.0mm carbon fibre, the upper bumper plate was designed to contact the front bulkhead to prevent the chassis from breaking during impacts. The bumper holder was designed to use the stock body mounts and does not work with the offset body posts.

Source: Xtreme Racing [xtremercracing.com]