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June 8, 2018

RC Belgium Cougar KC conversion kit

RC Belgium has introduced a new conversion kit for the Schumacher Cougar KC buggy. Designed to make the KC even more versatile, the kit features three new transmission positions: Position 1.5 utilises a 108T belt for high grip conditions, position 2.5 uses a 74T belt for high grip conditions and position 3.5 runs a 62T belt for medium grip. Position 1.5 and 2.5 are best used when grip is high to very high such as on carpet. Position 3.5 is ideal for medium grip astro. A 16T pulley removes the need for the idler gears and creates a new internal ratio of 1.875:1. The kit is compatible with a total of 52 different belts ranging from 62T to 114T while the same pair of topdecks is used for all the transmission positions. The chassis and topdeck design also makes it possible to fine-tune the motor position as well as the battery position. Optional LiPo straps are included to remove the side pods for additional flex characteristics.

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May 31, 2018

Nikolai Haaheim returns to Schumacher

Schumacher Racing welcome back top Norwegian On-road driver Nikolai Haaheim to the team. Nikko has proved to be an extremely fast likeable guy around the European scene and we’re glad to have him back on board after some time away. Nikko is an ETS Stock A-finalist, 3-times National Champion, 1-time Nordic Champion and most recently A-main finalist at the French GPF3 race in the Modified class.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

May 28, 2018

T-Works KC/KD & 977E Evo 2 Ti turnbuckles

T-Works have introduced new titanium turnbuckle sets for the Schumacher Cougar KC and KD buggies and for Serpent’s 977E Evo 2 on-on-road car. The Schumacher-related sets are available as plain titanium and also as Hybrid titanium and aluminium sets with the latter featuring a hex segment made form lightweight and black anodised alloy material to add a bit of visual impact. All sets are direct fits and they come including a 4mm turnbuckle wrench.

View the all-titanium KC/KD and 977E turnbuckle sets here

March 27, 2018

RC Belgium roll out new option parts

RC Belgium have introduced several option parts for the Schumacher KC and KD as well as the Kyosho Scorpion series of vintage re-release buggies. First up is a belt pulley for the Schumacher KC buggy. The pulley removes the need for the idler gears resulting in a 30 grams weight gain. Other advantages are less friction, a lower point of inertia and faster disassembly of the transmission. Fitment is secured by two grub screws. Also new is a LiPo strap compatible with the Schumacher KC and KD buggy. The new strap uses the original LiPo stops for a secure fit and for additional flex the side pods are not used. Next up is a steering set designed for the Kyosho re-release Scorpion, Beetle, Tomahawk and Turbo Scorpion. Featuring 2 ball bearings, the steering set replaces the original servo saver for a smoother and more durable steering. Last but not last is a carbon fibre rear shock tower for the Scorpion and all respective cars. It features two additional holes for more settings possibilities.

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March 21, 2018

Schumacher CAT L1 1/10th 4WD buggy kit

Schumacher have introduced their latest contender for the competitive 1/10th 4WD buggy class in the form of the CAT L1. Developed in cooperation with Schumacher’s World Class drivers Michal Orlowski and Jörn Neumann, the L1 features a 3-gear centre transmission for opposite motor rotation, improving agility and steering on high traction surfaces as a lightweight layshaft and side gears make for reduced rotational masses. In addition, small, low rotating mass gear differentials with 3-position height adjustment allow to fine-tune driveshaft plunge for mixed track conditions. Another drivetrain gizmo is the FAB Front Adjustable Brake System with larger 22 tooth pulleys as a pinned and centre-mounted motor mount makes for a low overall centre of gravity. The buggy builds on a new 7075 aluminium chassis – with vertical top decks – to which the updated suspension is attached. New to the L1 are updated geometry wishbones, new rear hub carriers featuring new vari-length wishbone and hub geometry as well as revised front pivot strap inserts for front track width adjustment and nd new 8°, 10°, or 12° front rake adjustment. New big bore shock absorbers and an AEROX body and wing round out the all-new package. The car, that was used in prototype stages by Michal Orlowski to sweep the EOS rounds in Germany and Slovakia, is set for a release in April.

View a list of all new features and more images here

February 15, 2018

Redworks Cougar KC & KD carbon fibre slipper pads

Available now from French brand Redworks are carbon fibre slipper plates for the Schumacher Cougar KC and KD 2WD buggies. They are machined from high-quality carbon fibre and offer a vented design that makes them both lightweight and more consistent than standard full face plates. In addition they offer self-cleaning capabilities and are more consistent. The plates come as pairs and they are direct replacements.

Source: Redworks [redworks.shop]

February 9, 2018

Phat Bodies GT-F GT12 body shell

Coming from Phat Bodies is the new GT-F body shell for GT12 cars such as the ones from Mardave, Schumacher or Zen Racing. The lid was designed with detailed scale looks of the full sized FIA GT3 race cars and aerodynamic performance to match Phat Bodies’ popular 2017 Worlds Championship winning GT-M body shell. The body is BRCA homologated for National and International GT12 competition and it comes made of high-quality Lexan polycarbonate and including quality vinyl window and light masks as well as a sticker sheet.

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January 19, 2018

Schumacher Mi6Evo low 46mm front suspension mounts

Coming from Schumacher and made for the Mi6Evo touring car are new low 46mm front suspension mounts. Available as 1-piece and split variant, the mounts are of a -0.5mm design which lowers the suspension shafts for more front end both and greater setup opportunities. Included in the bags are enough 0.5mm washers to get back to the standard pin height. These parts have recently been used by the team in association with the narrow front hex #U3570 to give a smooth feel yet with good steering. The mounts are available separately from now on.

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