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December 30, 2019

Reno Savoya leaves Team Losi Racing

Multi-time EFRA European and French National Champion, Reno Savoya has announced his departure from Team Losi Racing. Reno had a pretty successful 4-season stint with the US company, achieving two IFMAR Worlds finals and five French National Championship titles. Reno for now leaves open on what comes next for him but with the new year just around the corner, the RC community will find out pretty soon. For now, Reno has the following to say:

2020 is just around the corner! It will mark a new chapter in my career as I am up for a new adventure. After 4 ecstatic seasons with TLR, 2 IFMAR Worlds finals, 5 french National titles, it is time for me to look for a new future. Thank you to the entire TLR crew Frank, Ryan, Bryan, Todd, Barry, Kevin and all the #driveTLR family worldwide for those wonderful moments on and off the track! See you guys in Padova in just a few days with my new entity.

December 24, 2019

Lit R/C Products 8ight-X +10mm alloy wing mount

Lit R/C Products have announced the release of their new +10 adjustable wing mounts for the TLR 8ight-X series of buggies. Developed to raise the rear wing by 10mm compared to the standard position, the shim will improve overall downforce while also allowing to shift the wing forth and back to further fine-tune the buggy’s aerodynamics. The wing raiser comes machined from lightweight aluminium and features a black surface coating for wear and looks.

Source: Lit R/C Products [litrcproducts.com]

December 16, 2019

Exotek Tenacity Pro HD steering set

Exotek have introduced their new Pro HD steering set for the Losi Tenacity 1/10th scale vehicles. The heavy-duty pro style steering set includes steering bellcranks, servo crank, drag link, bearings and hardware. It is robustly designed and engineered to offer precise action thanks to the machined 7075 alloy design that incorporates an additional four bearings to connect the steering rack, instead of bushings, which eliminates friction wear and slop. The set includes crush sleeves that go between the bearings which help prolong the bearings life and maintains precise fit and operation of the rack. Also included are four 5×8 bearings that replace the stock brass bushings. The steering kit is compatible with the Tenacity, Tenacity T, SCT and DB.

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December 12, 2019

DE Racing 8ight-X & MP10 BumpSkids & rear skid plates

Coming from DE Racing are their new BumpSkids and rear skid plates for the TLR 8ight-X and Kyosho MP10 buggies. Starting with the BumpSkids, they combine a well functioning front skid plate with a refined front bumper to create the ultimate in protection, performance, and styling. As for the rear skid plates, like the front BumpSkids, these are ultra thin, they wear like aluminium and save the chassis from becoming overly scratched or damaged. They are sold in packs of three and use the original bulkhead mounting hardware.

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December 12, 2019

TLR 22X-4 1/10th 4WD electric buggy kit

Team Losi Racing have officially unveiled their all-new 22X-4 1/10th scale 4WD buggy that made some impression at the 2019 IFMAR 1/10th Buggy World Championship held at the Hudy Racing Arena in Trencin, Slovakia. Although still sharing its name with its predecessor, the triple-belt-driven 22-4, the 22X-4 has nothing in common with the previous buggy. Taking a completely different approach to a TLR 4WD buggy, the R&D team has developed an all-new platform from the ground up. Switching to the more reliable and versatile shaft drive design, the 22X-4 is much lighter and has improved driving characteristics while also being significantly easier to build and maintain. The buggy has a combination of features second-to-none including full adjustable suspension, 2.5 milled aluminium chassis, floating servo mount, adjustable motor and battery position, carbon fibre throughout, and so much more. Maximising the flex characteristics for all surfaces, the 2.5mm thick chassis with heavy pocketing gives the correct amount of flex and rigidity for smooth corning, optimised balance, and bounce-free landings. Taking suspension tuning to a new level, the 22X-4 has adjustments for front and rear axle height, rear axle pin position, inner front and rear hinge pin position in all directions, nearly unlimited rear camber link positions, shock mounting positions, and much more.

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December 10, 2019

Exotek 22 5.0 2-colour aluminium motor plate

Exotek have introduce their new 2-colour aluminium motor plate for the TLR 22 5.0 off-road platform utilising laydown gearboxes. The customised polished black base with silver chamfered accents stands out with its bright silver edges to match the new 5.0 look. The built-in gear cover is stronger than the stock plastic cover to ensure that the body does not press the cover onto the spur gear in hard tumbles and included with the lightweight motor plate, that weighs in at 11g, is an alloy gearbox spacer. The motor plate is usable with all TLR 22 5.0 and 22 4.0 series buggies and trucks using the laydown transmission.

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December 10, 2019

Vision Racing introduce new TLR 22 & AE 6.1 parts

Available now from Vision Racing are new carbon fibre optionals for the TLR 22 and Team Associated B6.1 series vehicles. First up is the Version 2 4mm carbon fibre motor plate for the TLR 22 5.0 buggy and TLR 22T 4.0 truck. It is 1mm thicker than stock which gives it more rigidity while still coming in a couple grams lighter. All edges have a nice chamfer for improved looks and quicker parts prepping. The second new item is the 2.5mm carbon fibre front wing brace. This part will work on the TLR 22 5.0 or Team Associated B6.1 using a lower wing mount. Lastly is the Version 2 carbon fibre rear wing brace for the TLR 22 5.0, again featuring a nice chamfer for cool looks and better part protection in the event of a crash.

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November 27, 2019

Exotek 8ight-XE aluminium optionals

Coming from Exotek is a range of aluminium optionals for the TLR 8ight-XE 1/8th scale electric buggy. First up is a cooling motor mount whose 7075 alloy construction offers improved motor cooling because the stock rubber gaskets are removed therefore allowing the motor heat to directly transfer through the mounts and into the chassis. In addition, a fan bar is included that attaches to the motor mounts allowing the use of a high powered 40mm cooling fan. The new universal 1/8th scale motor clamping style also makes for easier motor install and removal by simply removing the two upper clamps to lift the motor right up and out. Lastly the motor position has been lowered by 1.5mm for a lower centre of gravity.

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