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January 25, 2019

Xray XB8E 2019 1/8th E-Buggy kit

Xray have introduced their new XB8E 2019 1/8th scale electric buggy kit. Making use of most of the features the XB8’19 nitro buggy has to offer, the ’19 specification kit includes a 2-in-1 front suspension concept with the buggy coming both with a C-hub and a pivot ball design suspension, allowing to adapt the vehicle to a variety of driving styles and track conditions. The C-hub design was developed for the use on tight and smooth tracks whereas the pivot ball suspension can be an advantage in open and rough conditions. Part of the suspension package are also redesigned A-arms that are made for a harder material for improved response and stability while also ensuring smoother operation in dusty track conditions. Also new for the 2019 variant is a redesigned chassis that accepts both soft and hard compound radio trays without modification, helping to adjust chassis flex for different ambient temperatures. All-new rear uprights with larger outside ball-bearings make for increased reliability and life-span while featuring an extra hole for wider roll-centre adjustment possibilities. Other features include new cell shock membranes with reduced air gap for improved grip, matching upper shock caps with four venting holes as well as longer front and rear shock shafts as well as softer front and rear anti-roll bars for increased traction.

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January 25, 2019

Hicks & Georges win at Ice Breaker Points Series Rd2

SCRC recently held round 2 of the Ice Breaker Points Series and in 1/8th Nitro Buggy it was Chuck Hicks with the win. Behind him, Tag Georges would get a terrible start, falling all the way back to 8th. From there, he would put his head down and click of some fast, consistent laps. After the first round of pit stops, Tag would find himself in a battle for 4th. This was a very tight race with some fast guys. After pulling away from them a bit and the 2nd pit stop, Georges found myself battling for 2nd place with Casey Peck and Wyatt Bieter. Tag would capitalise on them racing each other and he would finish behind Chuck Hicks by 12 seconds as Casey Peck completed the top 3.

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January 25, 2019

Arrowmax Arrowspace S750 magnesium main chassis

Arrowmax have introduced their new Arrowspace Magnesium product line that will offer magnesium option parts for a range of kits. First up will be a ceramic-coated magnesium main chassis plate for the Serpent S750 1/10th 200mm nitro touring car. The material used will reduce weight by nearly 40 percent compared to regular aluminium whole also reducing “noise”. The special ceramic coating will ensure long lasting performance. More information will become available in time for the release.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

January 25, 2019

Xpress release new XQ1 & XM1 carbon optionals

Coming from Xpress are new carbon fibre option parts for the XQ1 and XM1 series of cars. First up is a graphite body post stiffener set for the XQ1 series of 1/10th touring cars. The carbon fibre plates will reduce body movement in corners for increased stability while the C-shape of the rear plate also reinforces the body’s trunk area, resulting in improved body support and thus downforce at high speeds. The set includes one front and one rear body post support and it is also available for the XM1 series of 4WD M-class cars. Also new is an optional graphite steering knuckle plate set for the XM1 and XM1S cars. The parts will make for a stiffer steering structure which in turn gives a sharper steering response and feeling. Owners will need to install a 2mm bumpsteer shim to get the same amount of bumpsteer as with the stock steering plate. The plates also feature an extra Ackermann mounting position that will increase the aggressiveness of the steering response, which is perfect for asphalt tracks.

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January 25, 2019

Joaquin Desoto Jr. wins at PanAm Grand Prix

The Homestead RC Raceway in Florida held the 2019 Pan American Grand Prix last weekend and in the premier 1/8th open class it was Joaquin Desoto Jr. (Serpent) with the overall TQ and the win in the 45-minutes A-main final. Joaquin left behind Capricorn’s Paolo Morgantin in 2nd, a lap down, as Serpent’s Brad Mergy rounded out the top 3 podium result.

Source: RC Target [rctarget.com]

January 25, 2019

Mugen introduce new MBX8 chassis

Coming from Mugen is an updated main chassis for the MBX8 1/8th off-road buggy. The chassis is updated in a way that the E2712 engine mount washers and SJG4x10 screws are now at the same height as the chassis, meaning they do not protrude which makes for more consistent gear mesh, and less chance of collecting dirt, rocks and other debris.

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January 25, 2019

Yeah Racing Tamiya 1/10th touring body post plates

Yeah Racing have introduced front and rear carbon fibre body post stiffeners for the Tamiya TRF419, TA07 and TB04 cars. The CNC-machined carbon fibre plates will reinforce the body post areas, making for improved rigidity and thus better aerodynamic efficiency and less stress on the body posts. The sets are available separately for the front and the rear and they include mounting hardware.

View the rear stiffener plate here

January 25, 2019

Samix TRX-4 brass rear portal drive housings

Made for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck is a new brass rear portal drive housing set from Samix. Adding 65g of weight a pair, the CNC-machined brass housings add valuable weight as well as stability, ensuring better climbing performance while adding strength to the portal axle assembly. The housings come black coated for wear and looks and they are compatible with the standard Traxxas parts.

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