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March 15, 2017

Schelle B64 CF options & B6 Delrin front wing mount

Schelle Racing Innovations have introduced a range of carbon fibre option parts for the Team Associated B64 buggies as well as a Delrin front tower wing mount for the B6. Starting with the B64 options, first up is a carbon fibre battery strap made from 2.5mm USA-made sheet material. Lighter and more rigid than the kit part, the battery strap is also of an updated design that runs parallel to the centreline of the battery for a cleaner look. The part works with the existing pivot ball and blue aluminium thumb screws or with flat head M3 screws for the low-profile look.

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March 14, 2017

Kaja Novotny sweeps Czech 1/10 Off-road Nationals Rd1

The opening round of the Czech Electric Off-road National Championship was held in Olomouc over the weekend. Kaja Novotny would sweep the qualifiers in the 2WD Buggy, 4WD Buggy and 2WD Truck classes to take the pole positions in all three categories. In the 2WD mains Kaja continued to dominate, taking wins in all three A-mains to grab the overall from Milan Mudra in second and Marek Schiller third.

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March 14, 2017

JConcepts S2 B64-series buggy body shell

JConcepts have introduced the S2 body shell for the Team Associated B64 series of 1/10th 4WD off-road buggies. Sporting the distinctive Silencer 2 design with slammed overall height and a progressive cab design the body is meant to deliver good balance and steering. A channeled roof directs the flow through the center of the body while also increasing the rigidity of the cockpit. The dual side-window design that has become famous on the JC bodies remains to bring a traditional feel to the layout. The upper side-pods feature distinct vents used to help relieve hot air build-up inside the body for those high-powered runs or hot days at the track. Carved and detailed side-pods edge the body, giving the highly aero unit a stylish look with a tight fit and finish. The body fits both the B64 and B64D and it comes clear, including window masks, decal sheet and two Aero rear wings.

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March 14, 2017

Tamiya Konghead 6×6 1/18th monster truck kit

Coming this June is Tamiya’s new Konghead 1/18th scale 6×6 monster truck kit. Based off of the GF-01 the all-new G6-01 6-wheeler chassis utilises three gear differentials, a front-mounted 540-size motor and an independent double wishbone suspension with optional 4-wheel steering capability. The 420mm long truck is compatible with many GF-01 option parts and it comes including a Bullhead-inspired bodyshell and chrome plated wheels.

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March 14, 2017

Sweep Racing welcome Lee Martin

Sweep Racing have announced the signing of multi-time EFRA European Champion, Lee Martin to their factory team. Lee will be using Sweep off-road tyres and accessories at all open tyre events this coming season and he had the following to say:

I am excited to be joining sweep for 2017. The desire to succeed and become as strong as they can be is what convinced me that Sweep is a company with the same ambition I have. Working directly with the factory will enable both of us to achieve our goals in the future! Thank you to Steve Kong for the chance to work together.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]

March 14, 2017

Samix SCX10 II aluminium front bumper mount

Following the recent introducton of a rear bumper mount for the Axial SCX10 II truck, Samix now also have a dedicated front bumper mount available. Updated in terms of design, the bumper mount is of a low-profile design which reduces chassis overhang by about 4mm in order to increase front clearance when attacking difficult trails. CNC-machined from aluminium the part is available in three different colours, it sports engraved logos and also increases overall chassis rigidity thanks to its sturdy construction.

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March 14, 2017

Vision Racing T5M & SC5M “laydown” rear shock tower

Vision Racing have introduced a special rear shock tower for the Team Associated T5M and SC5M trucks that allows to run the B6-series laydown transmission in both. The tower is cut from high-quality 4mm quasi-directional carbon fibre and its design allows to convert the older T5M and SC5M to utilise a modern laydown gearbox with minimal modifications.

Source: Vision Racing [visionracing.net]

March 13, 2017

Team Associated B64 Team Kit 1/10th 4WD buggy kit

Team Associated have introduced the B64 Team Kit 1/10th scale 4WD kit. Sharing the design as well as most features with the already released B64D buggy, the B64 is aimed towards racing on medium to high-bite surfaces, excelling on high-traction surfaces with the buggy’s adjustable axle height and roll centres result in a stable yet nimble platform. With a new and improved centre slipper using Low Coefficient Friction LCF pads, the B64 rewards the driver with maximum drive out of all four wheels on artificial turf and carpet surfaces. Other features include V2 12mm big bore shock absorbers, front and rear anti-roll bars, strengthened front and rear suspension with hard anodised caster blocks and carbon fibre shock towers as well as a Team Associated bodyshell and a JConcepts-made screw-on rear wing.

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