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April 4, 2014

Schumacher Cougar KF low-grip conversion set

Schumacher introduce the low-grip conversion set for the Cougar KF 2WD buggy. The part included move the motor and centre cluster back by 21mm. The more rearward weight distribution gives the KF added rear traction, and is well suited to wet astroturf, or high grip dirt tracks. In the rearward motor position the car must be used with a shorty LiPo battery. The new chassis can accept either motor position so the car can be converted back to the forward motor position for extra steering when the grip comes up. The body requires a small modification to clear the spur gear but a modified body is now also available from Schumacher.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

March 12, 2014

Core RC 1/12th servo saver

Core RC now have a new servo saver kit for 1/12th scale cars and SupaStox GT12 chassis available. Included are S1 composite material pieces to reinforce the steering lever and to make for a more precise steering feel. Included is also a 3mm drill bit for enlarging the pre-drilled holes for 3mm ball stud fitment. The kit is available for Sanwa/KO and Futaba servos.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

March 6, 2014

MIP Cougar KR & SV2 Mod Puck driveshaft system

MIP introduce their new Mod Puck driveshafts for the Schumacher Cougar KR and SV2. Based around the company’s C-CVD driveshafts the design does away with the usual small diameter drive pins on the differentials side of the shafts in favour of a cushion system that increased the contact patch on the outdrives for less wear and longer time between rebuilds. The orange colour plastic cushions are easy to change when they start to wear while the steel outdrives and driveshafts remain like new. Included with the set come C-CVD shafts, wheel axles, pucks, a thrust race and the Puck system outdrives along all needed hardware and a set of chemicals. MIP will soon also have sets for Team Associated, TLR, Kyosho, X Factory, Serpent, Hobby Pro, Yokomo, Durango and Team C vehicles available.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

February 27, 2014

Schumacher Mi1v2 electric touring car kit

Schumacher introduce the Mi1v2 electric touring car kit. The car offers an updated chassis and top deck to easily accept a wide rage of LiPo batteries, it offers a 4WD belt drive transmission with ball differentials, a widely adjustable suspension and front and rear anti-roll bars. The entry to intermediate level car also comes with a full set of ball bearings, front in-board toe-out options and a purple anodized motor mount for optimized heat dissipation. The package is rounded out by aluminium body shock absorbers.

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December 20, 2013

Carson Wernimont teams up with Schumacher

Schumacher announce that the reigning Reedy Race Open 2WD champion and 12th place IFMAR Worlds finisher Carson Wernimont is joining their electric off-road team for 2014. Carson will race Schumacher’s latest 2WD and 4WD buggies to strengthen the UK company’s USA team. This is what Carson has to say about the deal:

I am really excited for this opportunity to run for Schumacher Racing this upcoming 2014 season. Schumacher has very good quality products and is always innovating and designing towards the future. I am looking forward to a great season, starting with the Reedy Race of Champions in January.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

December 13, 2013

Matt Olson joins Schumacher

Schumacher announce the addition of top US racer Matt Olson to the team. Matt has a fantastic history of race wins in the US and is sure to be at the front of the field with his new cars. Matt is employed by MIP and Schumacher Racing will have some MIP option parts for their own cars in the near future. Matt had the following to say about the deal:

I would like to thank Schumacher Racing’s Mark Musgrove and Robin Schumacher for the opportunity to be a part of their 2014 International team. And an extreme amount of thanks to my employer and main sponsor MIP for all the support and great products they provide me with at each and every event. Going into 2014 we plan to come out with many Schumacher drivetrain upgrades to help Schumacher customers Worldwide. I only hope to represent MIP, Schumacher, and the rest of my sponsors to the best of my abilities come 2014 and beyond. Thank you once again, and looking forward to a successful relationship.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

December 11, 2013

Darren Bloomfield to race Schumacher 1/10 buggies

Schumacher announce the signing of multiple champion Darren Bloomfield to their 1/10th off-road Team. The former TLR front runner will race the new Cougar KF, SV2 and KR platforms in 2WD, alongside the new CAT K1 Aero in 4WD. Darren will fit his 1/10th activities around his 1/8th commitments with Nemo Racing. This is what Darren has to say about the deal:

Schumacher are very much a company on the front foot right now with some excellent new products and forward thinking ideas. I look forward to achieving some great results and working closely alongside them with future developments.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

December 10, 2013

Schumacher CAT K1 Aero buggy kit

Schumacher Cat K1 Aero buggy kit

Schumacher introduce the new Cat K1 Aero 1/10 4WD buggy kit. Schumacher’s design team have taken the Cat K1 and added a new aerodynamic wing and body combination. New to the Aero are also nut guards, an aerospace carbon fibre chassis and geared diffs. Along with a top deck that promotes controlled flex the Cat K1 Aero features an improved steering geometry for millimetre perfect control. All other features such as the efficient twin belt transmission with optimised motor position and belt length remain the same. The kit will hit stores mid to end of December.

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