August 28, 2023

SMJ Kabuto Spec 3 silencer

Kabuto, the engine brand from Japan’s SMJ, has released two new tuned silencer sets for 1:8 and 1:10 Onroad competition.   For 1:8, the new silencer set is perfectly matched for the Kabuto 7 port engine which shows responsive characteristics to throttle input. The overall shape of the silencer has been thickened to increase power in the mid to high speed range.  In addition, the combination of the straight type MR03 manifold dramatically improves pickup at higher RPMs and allows the driver to experience overwhelming power from low speeds to the top end of the range.  For 1:10 the Kabuto silencer is known for its top-end power.  Based on the O.S. Speed T1070C, the high performance and reliability of the T1070C has been retained, while the MT03 manifold, which has a new shape and greatly improves exhaust efficiency, has been combined with the T1070C to bring out a higher level of power across the entire throttle range.  You will be able to feel the outstanding throttle feeling not only on high-speed circuits with long straights, but also on technical circuits.

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August 28, 2023

Apolaro wins Great Lakes Challenge

One of the United States most iconic Onroad nitro races,  the Great Lakes Challenge saw DJ Apolaro take the 1:10 Sedan win at the 2023 running of the event held at the TSRCAR track in Lebanon Ohio over the weekend.  The Wallace Motorsports driver Apolaro would secure the TQ from Jamie Corrado after setting the fastest time in the 3rd of the 5 rounds of qualifying.  In the 40-minute A-Main,  Apolaro would have a flame out in the first couple of minutes of the race and had to fight his way back from 6th place.  With just two minutes remaining he would find a way by Diatta Collymore for the win.  Collymore led for most of the race being able to capitalise on DJ’s flame out, but finished in 2nd place.   Jerry Guerra Having qualified 5th Jerry Guerra was able to come from as far back as 9th position to take 3rd place to make it an all Infinity IF15 podium.  In the 1:8 Open class  Michael Palazzola took the win from Top Qualifier John Dickson with Mike McBride rounding out the Top 3 after 45-minutes of racing.


August 28, 2023

ProStar RC Tekno 1:10 Alu Bulkheads

American based ProStar RC has released these new Aluminium Bulkheads intended for use on the 1:10 chassis offerings from Tekno. Suitable for the SC410SL, ET410, EB410, & .2 versions, as well as  the SC2410T Short Course Conversion by ProStar RC, the are produced from T7 Aluminium and gold anodise finished.  Laser engraved with the ProStar RC logo the bulkhead upgrade weights 44 grams and offers much greater durability than the kit standard part.

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August 25, 2023

Infinity IF14-2 composite cooling fan mount

Creation Model has introduced this composite cooling fan mount for its IF14-2 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  The fan mount, which is intended to be used with the chassis’ floating electronics plate, is made of composite material that is half the weight of aluminium and super lightweight.

View mount with fan here


August 25, 2023

Takashima 2.4G Wireless Receivers

Hong Kong’s Takashima D-13 has launched two 4-channel 2.4G wireless receivers.  The RX-492 receiver supports the Sanwa FH-5 mode, while the RX-482 receiver supports the FH-4 operational mode.  Both products weigh only 7g and are 28×20.5×18.5mm in size making them a highly cost-effective alternative choice.

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August 24, 2023

Xray X4 Rear Anti-Roll Bars

Xray has introduced two new rear anti-roll bars for its X4 1:10 Electric Touring car.  The new 1.6mm and 1.8mm options bring the range to 6 different rear anti-roll bars for the ball-bearing roll bar mounting system.  Mounted to the rear bulkheads via bearings from outside for extra-smooth movement and for quick & easy changes and adjustment, the latest additions are designed to give the X4F improved rotation.  Each anti-roll bar has laser-engraved stripes (corresponding to bar thickness) for easy identification.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


August 24, 2023

ARC R8.4 optional Rear Upper Arm Plate

ARC has released a new optional Rear Upper Arm Plate for its R8.4 1:8 Onroad Nitro racing chassis.   The new plate moves the inside hole 2mm higher and 1mm inside compared to the original rear upper plate R808006.  The new plate makes setup easier, it changes only the rear arm length and its use can give more rear traction.  The arm length can be adjusted by changing the insert, each gap is 1.5mm.

Source: Team Titan [team-titan.com.tw]


August 24, 2023

SWORKz S35-4 EVO

Sworkz has a new 1:8 Nitro Buggy with the release of the S35-4 EVO.  The geometry from the Worlds Edition conversion kit provides optimised cornering speeds with a more easy handling feel and maximum traction.  The S35-4 EVO features a T7075 hard anodised and lightened aluminium chassis with a new short wheel base design that was tested for a long time by our factory pilots which guarantee the best speed balance for both front and rear suspensions.  HET differentials are included in the kit while the High Density Clutch Bell system are optional. The new S35-4 EVO comes with a brand new steering Lay-Down Type Steering Bell crank servo saver system. This new Ackerman design provides the driver with better control over the S35-4 EVO buggy.

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