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February 16, 2017

Hobbywing QuicRun 3650 SD G2 brushless motor

Hobbywing have introduced the QuicRun 3650 SD G2 brushless stock motor. Using a sturdy 1-piece can with cooling openings and a fixed timing endbell, the motor is ideal for sanctioned racing classes. Pre-soldered 3.5mm bullet-type connectors make for plug & play ease and a high-precision balanced rotor guarantees smooth and linear power output. The sensored motor is available in a range of windings including 6.5T and 8.5T modified as well as 10.5T to 25.5T stock variants.

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February 16, 2017

Exotek 22 3.0 alloy steering set & brass RF weight

Coming from Exotek and made for TLR’s 22 3.0 series vehicles are an aluminium steering set and a RF brass LCG hanger. Starting with the steering set, it is designed to replace the standard parts on the 3.0 buggy with a more sturdy and precise affair. The new design adds four 3x6mm ball bearings and two crush sleeves for longer wearing, smoother and more precise operation. Included are aluminium bellcranks, an alloy steering rack and miscellaneous small parts and the set is usable on the 22 3.0, 22SCT 3.0/2.0 and the 22T 3.0/2.0.

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February 15, 2017

JConcepts Swaggers & Pin Downs stadium truck tyres

Coming from JConcepts are the new Swaggers and Pin Downs carpet and astro turf stadium truck tyres. Starting with the Swaggers, the 2.2″ front tyre has a multitude of heights and angular ribs for cornering speed, consistency and straight-line tracking ability. The ultra low-profile carcass keeps a truck very predictable and consistent in high-grip conditions while pointing the vehicle in the correct direction. Side-wall ribs in a circular pattern to the exterior of the tyre support high-grip racing and the tyre, made from medium soft material, includes open cell inserts for the best performance in a variety of conditions.

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February 15, 2017

Team Associated RC8B3 HRC arm mounts

Team Associated have introduced the high roll centre HRC suspension mounts for the RC8B3 series of kits. The parts offer increased ground clearance for greater durability, since the pivots sit 1mm higher off the ground. Additionally, they allow the racer to run a higher roll centre for increased stability on faster, high-grip tracks. Both the A and B mount are also narrower for added side clearance and durability. All of these mounts are made of blue anodised high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium, they fit the RC8B3 and RC8B3e and require the updated #81050 arm mount insert set.

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February 15, 2017

Ielasi Tuned Nitro.21 9WCE & Nitro.12 WCE engines

Ielasi Tuned have introduced two new engines, the Nitro.21 9WCE 9-port on-road and the Nitro.12 WCE 2.1cc touring car engine. Both are based on Novarossi power plants, they feature WIB ceramic and steel bearings, hand-tuned ultra light pistons, hand-tuned sleeves and crankshafts and they are assembled by Daniele Ielasi himself to ensure the best possible quality and performance. As usual all engines are built using modified and selected parts, allowing the customers to get their hands on the same engines as the factory team drivers.

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February 15, 2017

Picco sign Takehiro Terauchi

Picco Micromotori have announced the signing of Japanese front runner Takehiro Terauchi to their factory racing team. Current Japanese 1/8th on-road vice national champion, Takehiro will be an important addition to the team and he will be competing in the Japanese Championship, the FEMCA Championship and the World Championship later this year.

Source: Picco [teampicco.com]

February 15, 2017

Xray welcome Philipp Guschl

Xray have announced the signing of Germany’s Philipp Guschl to their factory team. The former German National Champion and Euro B podium finisher will campaign Xray’s XB8 platform at regional, national and international events including the German Nationals and the European Championships B. Philipp says:

Since ever I have admired Xray for their highest quality products and the work the team puts into making their cars updated and faster every year. The professionalism of the company and the service they provide makes me safe for my further growth as a driver. I am very happy for this opportunity and trust that Xray and SMI put it me. I will do my best to represent the team in the races and of course to help everyone around.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 15, 2017

Serpent introduce updated 2-speed gearbox housing

Serpent have introduced an updated 2-speed gearbox housing for the 977 and GT8 cars. With thicker walls the housing will not deform anymore, resulting in improved durability and reliability. Machined grooves keep the weight low while also increasing the surface which results in improved cooling over long runs. The housing fits all SL8 XLi gearboxes as they are standard on the Cobra GT8 and 977 Evo2 kits.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]