Schumacher’s new and simple high roll centre kit for the Cougar KF2 raises the rear inboard hinge pin height in order to alter the rear roll centre settings. The option part stiffens the car in roll which keeps the rear end of the buggy flatter through corners, and it is recommended for high grip surfaces.
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German Schumacher distributor CS Electronic have a front motor chassis for the Cat K1 Aero 4WD buggy available soon. Designed to shift the motor to the front, the chassis, cut from 2.5mm carbon fibre, will make for a more controllable handling and improved balance especially on high-bite surfaces such as astro turf, carpet, grass and sugared clay. By moving the motor 18mm forward the chassis is usable with both saddle pack and shorty LiPo batteries and it utilises an optional Cougar KF2 rear end for a more planted driving feeling and easier toe and anti-squat adjustments.
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New from Schumacher comes the mid motor conversion for the Cougar KF2 2WD buggy. The conversion moves the motor cluster back by 19mm and puts the LiPo battery in front of the motor. The included carbon fibre chassis accepts all motor positions, standard, low grip and mid as well as all LiPo layouts. The shift gives the KF2 more rear traction and allows the power to be transmitted easier into forward bite and acceleration. This means that racing on low and medium traction conditions such as dirt and sandy/dusty astro just got easier. The chassis accepts normal height shorty LiPos, to maximise traction on very low grip conditions a low profile battery could be used. The body requires a small modification to clear the spur and side gear cover and a modified body is readily available.
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Schumacher have introduced new wheels for 1/10th short course trucks. The 6-spoke wheels are highly detailed and they are available in black and white. With industry standard fittings they are suitable for a whole host of vehicles they have a 12mm hex and +3mm offset.
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Schumacher have a new lightweight and more durable front spool for the Mi5evo touring car available. One of the main features is that the spool has steel outputs rather than the slider type interface included in the original kit. These will provide a longer life platform with less expense replacing sliders while also offering a lower weight.
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Schumacher Racing have announced the signing of top German Stock driver Tobias Seidl. Tobias will compete at the ETS and many races around Germany. Tobias has the following to say about the deal:
I am very excited to join Team Schumacher. I think that Schumacher is one of the most professional companies in the business and also with a great team at the racetrack. I want to thank everyone at the company for this opportunity and hope to give the deal a worthy start at the ETS final in the Hudy Arena.
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Schumacher now offer a Mini RC Bike for racing on the street, in the office or at home. Coming in blue or orange colour the bike features a stabilising gyro, soft rubber slick tyres, simulation shock absorbers as well as working head and tail lights. Side guards prevent the bike from becoming scratched or damaged during hard corning and the included battery makes for running times of about 12 minutes between charges.
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Schumacher welcome young up and coming Finnish star Max Mort to their team. Max will be competing in many regional and national races in Finland as well as select international races such as the EOS events. This is what Max has to say:
I am happy to start driving with Schumacher Off Road cars for 2015-2016 season. I was given an opportunity to drive with factory support with really competitive cars on carpet and I couldn’t have said “no”. I am really looking forward to the EOS season and Finnish races and I hope that we can have a great year together.
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