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October 20, 2016

Losi 8ight 1/8th nitro RTR buggy

Hot on the heels of Losi’s 8ight-T RTR truggy comes the 8ight Nitro RTR buggy. Using a 4mm T6 aluminium main chassis plate as a solid base, the vehicle also utilises the proven 8ight suspension parts of its ROAR nationals winning 8ight race sibling but it comes with pre-set suspension settings thanks to fixed suspension links. A 3-gear shaft-driven drivetain makes for exceptional traction in all track conditions and fluid-filled shock absorbers soak up hard landings and rough terrain. The buggy comes with the Gen II radio tray for longer servo life, front universal driveshafts, anti-roll bars front and rear, a pull-start .21 engine and also including a pre-painted bodyshell and pre-glued high traction tyres. Also included with the factory-assembled vehicle come genuine Spektrum metal gear servos, and a DX2E 2.4GHz radio system.

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October 20, 2016

Losi 8ight-T 1/8th nitro RTR truggy

Losi have introduced their new 8ight-T 1/8th scale nitro ready-to-run truggy. Based off of the multiple ROAR nationals winning TLR 8ight platform the vehicles comes factory-assembled and equipped with high-quality components. It makes use of a shaft-driven 4WD drivetrain with three fluid-filled gear differentials, front universal driveshafts and it utilises a suspension with pre-set geometry thanks to fixed-length camber and steering suspension links. Adjustable 15mm oil-filled shock absorbers soak up even the roughest of terrain and a Dynamite .28 pull-starter engine delivers loads of oomph. The truggy is rounded out by waterproof Spektrum metal gear servos, a Dynamite 1600mAh receiver battery and a Spektrum DX2E 2.4GHz radio system as well as a pre-painted bodyshell and pre-glued tyres.

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October 20, 2016

Wesley van Helmond takes Dutch Nitro Buggy title

The final round of the Dutch Nitro Buggy Championship was held at the Purmerend astro turf track. The qualifiers on Sunday started on a wet track but it would soon start to dry, meaning drivers would have to adapt the setups of their buggies quickly. At the end of the qualifying Agama’s Bart Mullink took the TQ from TLR driver Wesley van Helmond in second. Pre-event favourite Wesley had to get at least a fifth place finish in the main final to grab the overall championship but a broken clutch spring meant even an appearance in the main final was in question at the start of the semifinal. Thankfully another driver asked for a time-out so Wesley’s pit crew was able to change the spring but starting into the race Wesley had already lost two laps but putting his head down he was able to make up the time and to get a second place in the 20-minute finale. Starting from the 4 spot into the main final, Wesley quickly got into grips and he soon found himself in second place behind Jarno Piijpers. Wesley eventually got past Jarno later and he was able to open a 6-second gap on the field until he got hit by another car which bend a suspension pin of his car but he was able to proceed and even had the performance to challenge a storming Bart Mullink who was hot on his heels for the win. Changing positions several times Wesley and Bart would make it out for the win but ultimately Wesley would bring home the win after an intense race with Bart Mullink in second and Jordy Velder (Agama) in third. With five wins and three TQ spots, Wesley would then take the overall title in the 1/8th Nitro Buggy class to add to his 2016 2WD championship title.

Thanks to Wesley van Helmond for the report.

October 19, 2016

Jason Jakubczyk takes double The Series title

Jason Jakubczyk came out on top of both the 2WD and 4WD Modified Buggy Championships at the 2016 The Series. The 5-race series would hit some of the best tracks throughout Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. With only allowing one throw-out, the pressure would be on to have good and consistent finishes throughout. After the first four rounds were complete, Jason’s performance had given him enough points to wrap up both championships before the final round of The Series.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]

October 19, 2016

RDRP B6-series titanium hinge pin set

Revolution Design Racing Product have introduced an 8-piece set of titanium suspension pins for Team Associated’s B6 and B6D buggy. The space age material makes for reduced weight and improved durability, resulting in improved overall weight while also preventing rust build-up that can occur when running in dusty and/or wet track conditions. The precision-machined suspension pins are made from high-quality Grade 5 titanium material and the 8-piece set includes all needed inner and outer suspension pins needed for a complete conversion. Also available are separate 2-piece front inner, 2-piece rear inner and a 4-piece front and rear outer hinge pin set.

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October 19, 2016

Yokomo YD-2 8mm offset aluminium wheel hex set

Coming from Yokomo are 8mm offset aluminium front wheel hexes for the YD-2 drift car. Machined from aluminium and coming black anodised and with etched size markings the hexes make for a different driving feeling and they are recommended especially for skilled drivers.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

October 19, 2016

Active Hobby introduce new TRF419 & TA07 Pro options

Japanese company Active Hobby have introduced several new option parts for the Tamiya TRF419 and TA07 Pro. Starting with the TRF419 parts, available soon are two sets of inner suspension pin weights that attach for the front and rear A-arm pins. Machined from heavy brass material and coming with a black and golden finish, the weights help to fine-tune the weight balance as they add weight to the lower part of the chassis but they do not hang over like FF or RR brass suspension brackets. They add about 3.5g of weight and they come in sets of two for the front or the rear of the chassis and they are also usable with the TA07 Pro.

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October 19, 2016

Williams & Lowe win at Schumacher Indoor Masters

The second round of the Schumacher Indoor Masters were held at Worksop this past weekend with 173 entries across the two classes of 2WD and 4WD buggy. In the 4WD A-final Greg Williams (Schumacher) came out successful in front of Richard Lowe (HB Racing) and Craig Collinson (Team C). Danny McGee and Jack Neal would round out the top 5 result.

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