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April 6, 2017

DKT Hyper Traction HT clutch shoes

DKT have introduced their new Hyper Traction HT clutch shoes. Made from a special aluminium material and featuring a design that increases the shoe’s contact patch, the parts greatly improve clutch efficiency and performance while also being very reliable at high temperatures. When used in medium-high to high grip conditions, using the HT clutch shoes also improve fuel consumption and tyre life. The shoes are compatible with all DKT flywheels.

Source: DKT [dktshop.com]

April 6, 2017

Losi Tenacity SCT RTR 1/10th 4WD short course truck

Losi have introduced their new Tenacity SCT RTR 1/10th scale 4WD short course truck. The vehicle takes design features of the proven TEN platform with the kit being actually based off of the TEN MT truck, sporting a tough 4WD drivetrain, 12mm shock absorbers with plastic bodies and a fixed link suspension. The truck is powered by a 3S LiPo-compatible 550-class 4-pole 3800kv motor and a 130A speed controller, its electronic components are waterproof for go-everywhere ability and the truck is rounded out by MAXXIS Razr MT tyres and a pre-decorated bodyshell which is available in two colour schemes. Also included in the package is a genuine Spektrum DX2e Active radio system with Active Vehicle Control technology with the transmitter being usable with optional telemetry features like the Spektrum Dashboard app or an LED speedometer.

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April 5, 2017

BK Servo BLS-SS-HS low-profile servo

Coming from BK Servo is the BLS-SS-HS low-profile high-speed servo for 1/10th on-road and off-road applications. Offering a machined all-aluminium case, steel gears and a brushless motor the high-voltage compatible servo pulls up to 18.1kg-cm of torque with a transit time of down to 0.045s and it will become available by mid April.

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April 5, 2017

RDRP XB4 brass rear motor weight

Revolution Design Racing Products have introduced their new brass rear motor weight for the Xray XB4 1/10th 4WD buggy. Considered an essential option part the item weighs in at 26g and it sits just behind the motor and acts as a counter weight for the heavy LiPo battery that is located on the right hand side of the buggy. With the lighter motor the additional weight is needed to achieve a proper weight balance and thanks to its clever design it directly attaches to the chassis side guards using a single screw, meaning the weight is both easy to remove when needed while also securely fastened so it will not get thrown out of the chassis during severe track action. The weight is machined from high-quality brass, it comes with RDRP’s signature black and gold finish and it is a direct fit.

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April 5, 2017

Arrowmax sign Naoto Matsukura

Arrowmax have announced the signing of yet another World Champion to their all-star line-up of factory team drivers. Fresh from winning the Buggy Asia Madness race in Shanghai, multi-time World Champion Naoto Matsukura has agreed in a cooperation and he will be using the company’s tools and accessories to build, maintain and setup his on-road and off-road rides. Naoto had the following to say:

  I will like to say a big thank you for Arrowmax for their generous support, and I am very proud to be part of the team. I have long admire the design and quality of Arrowmax products and I am very much looking forward to using them.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

April 5, 2017

Sweep Taper Pin & Micro Dot 1/10th buggy tyres

Sweep Racing have introduced their new Taper Pin and Micro Dot 1/10th buggy carpet and astro turf tyres. The tyre’s treads follow well-known and proven designs with a directional design found on the 2WD variants while optimised carcass constructions making the tyres stand out. The range includes the slim 2WD front and wide 4WD Taper Pin as well as the Micro Dot 2WD/4WD rear tyres all of which are available in optimised red medium and blue soft compounds. Also available are light blue sponge inserts for maximised traction.

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April 5, 2017

29th April Fool’s Classic – Report

The April Fool’s Classic has a deep history in the world of R/C off-road racing. Known as R/C’s 2nd longest running race and the premier race in Utah, over the years it has attracted some of the industry’s best drivers to compete on a high-bite, clay track better known as Intermountain R/C Raceway. Last weekend IRCR hosted the 29th Annual April Fool’s Classic and since the new ownership under Murfdog, has seen a significant resurgence of a genuine classic. The grip is always high at IRCR and by the mains, the fastest tires are ghost pins or slicks in the rear with low tread up front. With that kind of bite, navigating the flowy layout filled with technical elevated corners and jumps wasn’t an easy feat. Perhaps the hardest part on the track was the big triple that landed into a 180-degree turn coming onto the straightaway. The more precise you could land the jump while still maintaining a tight line and corner speed, the more time you could shave off your lap.

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April 5, 2017

T-Works B6/B64 aluminium spring pre-load nuts

T-Works have introduced new spring pre-load nuts for Team Associated’s 6th generation off-road vehicles such as the B6 and B64. Machined from high-quality aluminium and sporting a heavy knurling, the nuts allow for convenient spring pre-load adjustment while white markings make for easy setting recognition. Each nut is also clearly marked, meaning left and right hand shocks get not mixed up. The pre-load nuts come in sets of four and in blue or black anodising.

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