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January 27, 2016

TLR 8ight-E 4.0 1/8th E-Buggy kit

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new 8ight-E 4.0 1/8th scale electric buggy kit. The fourth generation of TLR’s successful buggy builds on a proven platform with updates to the suspension geometry and drivetrain layout that make it easier to drive while further boosting performance. The new suspension geometry makes it easier for drivers of all experience levels to turn faster lap times with fewer mistakes, particularly when harnessing the power of a high-output brushless motor system.

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January 26, 2016

Renaud Savoya signs with TLR

Horizon Hobby France have announced the signing of French frontrunner Renaud Savoya to their team. The multi-time European Champion was released by his former chassis sponsors HPI/HB at the beginning of January and he now found a new home at Horizon Hobby and TLR. Jerome Chambon of Horizon Hobby France has the following to say about the deal:

Horizon Hobby and Team Losi Racing are pleased to welcome Reno Savoya to the Horizon Hobby France team. Reno will proudly sport our colours, not the mention the ones of our friends of RC Concept this season and beyond. Jerome Sartel and myself will do anything to support Reno as good as possible as we do it with all drivers in our team. We wish Reno all the best for his new adventure and the success he deserves. More information to follow. – Jerome Chambon

Source: Circus News RC [circusrc.com]

January 25, 2016

MIP Bi-metal differential outdrives

Seen at last weekend’s Reedy Race of Champions for the first time are MIP’s new Bi-metal differential outdrives. They consist of a two-piece design, revolving around a 7075 hard anodised aluminium disk that is ambidextrous to both the female and male steel outdrives that couple to the aluminium disks. These new bi-metal outdrives will work with MIP’s Roller Pucks along with the standard orange plastic puck. The new diff components will be available soon for both current Team Associated and TLR vehicles and they are perfect for modified racers looking for a bit more punch out of the corners but also stock short course and stadium truck can achieve a lighter drivetrain while getting the optimum wear characteristics that the roller pucks offer over the plastic pucks.

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January 21, 2016

Exotek TLR22 3.0 alloy steering set & servo mounts

Exotek have new aluminium option parts for the TLR22 3.0 buggy available in the form of a steering set as well as servo mounts. Starting with the steering set, it contains fully machined 7075 alloy parts such as the steering rack and bellcranks. The new design adds four 3x6mm ball bearings and two crush sleeves for the longest wearing, smoothest and most precise operation. The parts are of an extra heavy duty design, the assembly matches the stock geometry and it includes four ball bearings, two crush sleeves, two alloy cranks and an alloy steering rack. It uses the stock TLR posts, hardware and post bearings and it fits all TLR vehicles with TLR 2.0 nylon steering sets, such as the 22 3.0, 22SCT 2.0, and 22T 2.0. The second new part is the alloy servo mount set for the TLR22 3.0. The precision machined heavy duty alloy servo mounts are of a solid design that installs easily into the buggy while weighing only 6.7g total for both parts. The mounts come polished and anodised in factory black.

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January 9, 2016

JConcepts TLR22 3.0 pre-cut chassis decal

JConcepts have introduced a pre-cut chassis protective sheet tailor-made for the TLR22 3.0 buggy. The durable and low-resistance material prevents the chassis bottom from becoming excessively scratched when running the buggy on abrasive surfaces. Coming in a 2-piece set the decals sport JConcepts’ distinctive design to make the car look cool even when it is not on its wheels.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

January 8, 2016

Schelle TLR22 3.0 screws, bearings & chassis skin

Schelle Racing Innovations have a suite of new products available for the TLR22 3.0 buggy in the form of an upper titanium screw set, a ceramic bearing kit and a chassis protector skin. Starting with the 37-piece upper titanium screw set, it saves about 12 grams of weight and outfits a buggy minus the chassis bottom screws. The fasteners are made of Grade 5 titanium alloy with a bright machined finish to give the car that pure racing look. Next up is the Black Diamond series ceramic bearing set. It includes 14 ceramic bearings for all rolling axles and gearbox components to reduce drag to a minimum. Also included are 6 Onyx series bearings for the steering bellcranks and ball differential. Last but not last is the chassis protector skin set. It includes a pre-cut vinyl protector decal for the buggy’s aluminium chassis as well as two additional replacement rear skids. The skin, printed by UpGrade RC, will keep the chassis from becoming excessively scratched on abrasive surfaces.

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January 7, 2016

Losi K&N DBXL 4WD RTR buggy kit

Losi have introduced the K&N branded DBXL 4WD RTR gasoline buggy. This edition of Losi’s popular large scale buggy comes with an officially licensed K&N body on the outside and genuine K&N air filter inside. The Desert Buggy XL was designed to withstand the rigours of intense off-road driving with a durable 4WD drivetrain, injection moulded roll cage, and 4mm aluminium chassis. Under the hood a 23cc gasoline engine delivers over 40 minutes of relentless action on a full tank. The kit is rounded out by grippy off-road tyres on 24mm hex wheels and a genuine Spektrum 2.4GHz radio system.

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January 1, 2016

Tanner Denney completes move to TLR

Team Losi Racing have announced the signing of Tanner Denney to its Factory Team. The former long time Associated driver brings years of experience and race winning results to the team including countless JConcepts Indoor National wins, KBRL Series wins, ROAR National finalist and the coveted Reedy Race Open Class Champion to name just a few. Denney will once again be teammates with one of his local mentors, Ryan Maifield. Maifield took Denney under his wing at a young age and helped groom him into the talented racer he is today. To round out the deal, Denney will be making the switch to run the new Spektrum servos in all of his 1/10 and 1/8 vehicles. In the horsepower department, Denney will also be making a change to Team Orion.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]