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June 23, 2021

Spashett & Fletcher take Rd2 of BRCA 1/8th nats

This past weekend saw the 2nd round of the BRCA 1/8 on-road section National Series hosted by Adur Model Car Club on the English south coast. All week racers were weather watching as the weekend forecast was for rain for most of the weekend, but what do those forecasters know. On Saturday the racers were greeted with a dry track, slightly overcast, but dry. Open practice started with and the set up process got underway for what is the smallest and arguably most technically difficult circuit we visit through the season. Timed practise mid afternoon showed what was in store for the race with only 1/10’s of a second separating the top 4 (Thurston, Wood, Spashett, Snell) in IC on their fastest lap. In the Electric class Billy Fletcher was again showing his pace but the surprise of day was Mark Green running electric for the first time was close behind. The day stayed dry and after timed practise the track was once again open for free practise for the drivers to fine tune their cars ahead of ‘race day’.

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June 22, 2021

Hudy 20T ultra light 48P aluminium pinion gear

Hudy have introduced a new addition to their line up of ultra light aluminium pinion gears. Joining the 48P line-up is this 20T version. The high-strength pinion gears are made from tough 7075 T6 aluminium and specially hard coated for superior strength, light weight and high durability. Extremely machined for the lowest possible rotating mass yet maintaining the necessary strength.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

June 22, 2021

DeadFly MMX I-Brace & front balance weights

Two new items from DeadFly for the Awesomatix MMX, the first is this I-Brace which is a centre line rear brace that alters the rotation characteristics of the car. Using both screws provides the most rear end stability and least steering. By using just one front screw and a set screw in the rear hole, the I-Brace gives a spring effect on the chassis. Allowing more steering and rotation, but with more rear stability than no brace at all. The other new items is a pair of balance weights for the front of the car. Weighing 13 grams each that are machined from 3mm brass and can help alter the balance of the car.

View the balance weights here

June 22, 2021

AEA Performance 1/8 Vartax clutch system

From AEA Performance comes their new 1/8 Vartax clutch system. This new clutch system uses 4 channels in the flywheel, along which weighted rollers run and engage the clutch plate. This gives you a very strong clutch engagement as well as consistent function throughout its use. The setting of the clutch can be changed through the use of different rollers as well as through the clutch spring itself. The flywheel as well as the clutch plate have been machined from high quality 7075 aluminium.

View a close up of the flywheel here

June 22, 2021

Orca ONPC non-polarity capacitor

Orca have released their new ONPC non-polarity capacitor. Suitable for use in all categories, and all 1S & 2S ESC types from stock class to modified class, Orca’s ONPC is one of the smallest and lightest capacitors on the market now and balances size and performance together with high quality. With a size of 20.5mm x 16mm x 6.9mm and weighing just 7.4grams even with its aluminium case, it has a max voltage of 16V and a capacity of 1700uF.

Source: ORCA [orcarc.com]

June 22, 2021

Horizon Hobby acquires AKA Racing Products

Big news as Horizon Hobby, LLC has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets of AKA Products, Inc. Founded by Gil Losi Jr. and Joel Johnson in Temecula, California, AKA has been creating World-class products by World champions since 2006 and are in fact the current World Champions in 1/8th offroad. This acquisition follows last year’s purchase by Horizon Hobby of Pro-Line, meaning the company now owns two of the 3 major tire brands for offroad racing. “This agreement marks another pivotal moment in Horizon Hobby’s commitment to the RC community. AKA adds more world-class experience and products to Horizon Hobby’s Best Brands In RC” said Chris Dickerson, CEO of Horizon Hobby. Joel Johnson, President of AKA Products, said: “We are thrilled for AKA to join forces with Horizon Hobby. This move enables the AKA brand to reach new heights.” Gil Losi, Jr., Vice President of AKA Products added, “Losi and Horizon have a longstanding track record of bringing innovation to the RC community. I’m excited to rejoin the Horizon team and contribute to the next chapter of innovation.”

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

June 21, 2021

FX Engines tease new K303 motor

The new motors continue to come from FX Engines with another new teaser, this time for the K303. Again we have little information to go on, however the name would suggest a follow up to the previous K302.1 3-port buggy engine, while the silhouette also points to a new cooling head. We will know more soon enough.

Source: FX Engines [fx-engines.com]

June 21, 2021

Yokomo Racing tools

Yokomo have introduced these new budget friendly high quality racing tools. Sporting a high-quality high-carbon steel tip bit and racing red anodised aluminium handle, they have combined ultra-reasonable pricing while maintaining quality. Available as a 4-piece set comprising of 1.5 & 2.0mm hex and 5.5 & 7mm nut driver it is perfectly suited to work on the likes of the YD-2 series. Each tool is also available separately.

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