Dash have added a 30mm ultra high speed fan to their line-up. The double ball-raced fan is housed in a machined aluminium case with black and golden anodising for strength and looks and it was developed for the use in high temperature environments. The motor fan comes with a black receiver wire lead and it adds to the already existing variant for the use with speed controllers.
Source: Dash [dash-rc.com]
The opening round of the Indonesian 1/10 Offroad National Championship was held at the SDC Off-road track in Serpong, Indonesia. The event attracted 60 entries from all regions of Indonesia to compete in the 2WD Modified Buggy and 4WD Modified Buggy classes. Bowie Ginting (Yokomo) took the overall TQ in 4WD Mod while Rama Tribudiman (Team Associated) setting the TQ in 2WD Mod. The start of the A-mains in both classes were slightly delayed to to rain but after the action resumed, Bowie took the win in 4WD while Rizki Pradana sealed the 2WD A1. Later the organisers had to wait for another one and a half hours to decided wether there would be another round of main finals. Ultimately it was decided to run a second leg with single best to take. Again, Bowie took the win in the 4WD class with a comfortable margin to Rama Tribudiman and Jason Nugroho. In A of 2WD Mod, Rama avoided the early mishaps of A1 to score a perfect race and secure the win, followed by Rizki Pradana and Dimaz Arianto.
Arrowmax’s new Ultra series camber gauge is now also available in a variant for 1/8th vehicles. The tool is made of high-quality aluminium and it features the company’s signature black and golden honeycomb design. White laser-etched on both sides of the gauge make for easy camber checks and adjustment with the tool being usable for 1/8th on-road, GT and off-road vehicles.
Shepherd have released more detailed information and images of their forthcoming new Velox V8.2 1/8th nitro on-road kit. The biggest update to the previous model can be spotted at the front which was completely redesigned to add more setup possibilities without sacrificing the proven geometry. The new lower wishbones can be attached in three different positions to adjust the arm length while the overall wheelbase can be changed by 2mm. The redesigned top deck offers a completely different flex characteristic for the front end while the rear flex system has been simplified by removing the small ball bearings. The front upper hinge pin brackets can be connected to the new front bulkheads to add further flex options.
Xray have introduced the latest variant of their popular RX8 1/8th scale nitro on-road kit. The machine underwent some changes especially at the rear end, in order to improve overall traction. First up is a new, narrower main chassis plate that retains the front shape of the previous model but that became slimmer in the centre and rear section. The rear bulkheads are spaced 8.4mm closer to each other, while the rear arm mounts move the inner suspension pins 2.5mm closer to the centre line which, combined with the bulkhead placement, generates more rear traction and improves the stability of the car.
It is with great sadness that we report the death of Brian Kinwald. A true icon, innovator and legendary racer with World and National titles to his belt, he was also a true inspiration and friend to many. Leaving no stone untouched, his builds were as legendary as he was as a person and despite his life-long health issues he always was up to the task both on and off the track. BK will be sorely missed and our condolences go out to his family.
Schelle Racing Innovations have introduced the Onyx Plus 3-gear bearing set for the use with the most popular 1/10th 2WD buggies. The gearbox set includes ceramic 5x10mm ball races for the high RPM topshaft and idler, as well as Onyx oiled 10x15mm bearing for the differential. The mixed set is ideal for racers who look after the wallet but wanting a specialty bearing set for their Team Associated, TLR, Kyosho, or Yokomo 2WDs.
Source: Schelle Racing Innovations [schelleracing.com]
Coming this June is Tamiya’s new HKS Nissan Skyline GT-R Gr. A kit on the proven TT-01 1/10th scale 4WD entry-level chassis. The kit resembled the car that dominated the 1993 All-Japan Touring Car Championship with the body offering scale details such as moulded mirrors and rear wing. Replica 5-spoke 2-piece wheels round out the body and wheel package with the kit utilising the shaft-driven TT-01 Type-E chassis that can be equipped with a host of optional tuning parts in order to up performance and appearance. The kit will become available this June.
Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]
