Xtreme Aerodynamics have announced the signing of Alberto Picco to their team. Alberto has tested and used the Italian bodyshells last year and he will now get full factory support to run the company’s 1/8th scale bodies exclusively for the 2017 season.
Source: Xtreme Aerodynamics [xtremeaerodynamics.com]
Another new YZ-2-specific JConcepts accessorym beside the just announced F2 bodyshell, is a pre-cut chassis protective sheet. Cut to size and a direct fit for Yokomo’s latest 2WD buggy, the decal prevents the chassis bottom from becoming overly scratched or damaged on abrasive surfaces. JC graphics make for a pleasing appearance and included in each package are two full chassis decals and two spare rear skid stickers.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
The opening round of the XRS Italy was held at the Indoor Racing Chilelli track in Castelnuovo Scrivia. A high traction asphalt surface made for some entertaining racing in the five classes of Touring Modified, Touring 13.5T Pro, Touring 13.5T Stock, Formula and Pan Car. The entries were sold out within hours and in the premier Touring Modified class it was Bruno Coelho (Xray) who took the TQ and win from Xray’s own Martin Hudy and Alessio Menicucci (Xray).
JConcepts’s new F2 bodyshell is soon also available to fit Yokomo’s YZ-2 line of 2WD buggies. The body is a drop fit for the popular Yokomo YZ-2 CA and DT with cut-lines are included on each side of the body to accommodate stand-up and lay-down transmission layouts. Featuring an increased windshield angle a steady force is provided upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps while the forward cab placement changes the performance/visible bias which helps steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have been simplified and JC-chamfered to remove unwanted changes in height to neutralise the at-speed handling. The front of the pods have a dual step, scoop treatment which give a first in class look to the F2 body. The rear of the cab has the Finnisher step feature which allows the placement of a secondary side window and also several louver options off the rear which can be trimmed to allow air to escape at the top of the body. The body comes clear, including window masks, decal sheet and two Aero rear wings.
WRC have introduced a new lower aluminium main chassis plate for the STX 017 touring car kit. Machined from aircraft-grade 7075 aluminium and coming in a bright finish the chassis will increase overall stiffness for improved performance especially in very high bite conditions. Cut outs in the battery and electronics area optimise the flex of the chassis that is of a nearly symmetrical design with a mirrored motor pocket on the right hand side.
Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]
Yokomo have released a set of long stroke rear lower arms for the YD-2 and YD-4 drift car kits. Designed to increase suspension droop the arms will improve rear end traction and stability while also making for a more realistic on-track drift appearance.
Coming from Schumacher is the Mi6Evo electric touring car kit. The car utilises the latest developments from SchumacherÂ’’s international racing and engineering team such as a modified chassis plate with increased cut outs around the suspension mounts for more traction. The shorter span, reduced footprint motor mount gives increased rear chassis flex and rear traction and it allows to brace the rear top deck without connecting it to motor mount for different stiffness tuning. On top of this the motor position moved 3mm inboard to reduce roll while centre line belts make for perfect balance. Other features include a lightweight 5-spoke spool, a lightweight centre pulley, carbon fibre reinforced nylon wishbones reduce weight and increase flexibility and an optional larger spur makes for a more forward motor positioning in modified racing. The kit will hit stores in March.
FastRace have announced the addition of young Davide Ongaro to their Super GT factory team. Finalist at last year’s Worlds in Vegas, Davide, who recently joined Team Associated, will campaign FastRace’s R-15 for the popular Super-GT class. Both Davide and FastRace are looking forward to the debut at the Italian Nationals in early March.
Source: FastRace [fastraceshop.com]
