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March 15, 2017

Exotek release new XB2 option parts

Exotek have announced the release of two new option parts for the Xray XB2 platform in the form of a LiPo cups and plate set as well as the steel axle Puck conversion. Starting with the LiPo battery mounting set, the kit makes for an ultra adjustable and quick weight tuning battery tray for all XB2s with laydown gearbox. With the included link brace, the water fall is removed on the buggy so that drivers are able to mount the battery even further back. The battery sitting back and the added rear flex created by the new link opens up the XB2 laydown to perform even better on dirt tracks without the need to add a lot of weight. Thanks to the design it is also possible to quickly fine-tune the weight bias by shifting the battery forth and back without changing the link length as all changes are handles by the side LiPo adjustment cups. The kit includes all needed hardware including alloy posts, ball ends, a titanium turnbuckle and hardware.

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March 15, 2017

RPM Slash 2WD blue nylon suspension parts

Coming from RPM and made for Traxxas’ 2WD series of trucks such as the Slash 2WD, Nitro Slash, the e-Rustler and e-Stampede are blue colour front bearing carriers, C-hubs and rear hubs. All are made using RPM’s renown nylon material for durability while the front bearing carriers also take larger 5x11mm bearings over the stock 8x5mm units.

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March 15, 2017

Johansson & Mathiesen win at WBC Cup Rd4

Round four of the WBC Cup was held in Söderhamn, Sweden. In the 4WD Buggy class the race for the TQ was a pretty fierce affair with four different drivers taking round TQs with Elias Johansson ultimately taking the pole position for the triple A-mains. In the finals Elias was able to check out early, bringing home the overall win while the race was on for the remaining podium spots. In the end Alexander Landen was able to better his qualifying result, grabbing the runner-up spot from Wilhelm Skjöldebrand in third.

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March 15, 2017

Xray Racing Series Slovakia Rd5 – Report

The 5th round of the popular Xray Racing Series Slovakia was held at the Hudy Racing Arena in Trencin. More than 100 entries gathered for the event, which was held on a single day, with triple qualifiers and finals, offering the drivers lots of track time. In the Modified Touring class, as all Touring classes run using Hudy C1 tyres and Carpet Gripper additive, Alexander Hagberg was able to take the TQ in qualifying, narrowly in front of Martin Hudy, who showed great pace all day. The finals were very close, as the battled it out in all three mains. Alex was eventually able to take the overall win in front of Martin, and the young and talented Oliver Havránek in 3rd.

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March 15, 2017

T-Works B6 carbon battery strap & steering block arms

Coming from T-Works and made for the Team Associated B6 and B6D are a carbon fibre battery strap and several steering block arms. Starting with the battery strap, the part is machined from high-quality carbon fibre and its design allows for a wide range of battery positions. Five outer holes make the brace usable with B6 and B6D specific gearbox layouts while long holes for the included battery stoppers make it possible to further fine-tune the weight bias. The strap also offers three different mounting positions for an optional tie-rod chassis stiffener.

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March 15, 2017

JR Mitch sweeps 2017 Extreme Carpet Initiative

The Extreme Carpet Initiative was held at Extreme R/C Raceway in Spring Hill, Tennessee with the single day carpet race attracting a total of 150 entries. JR Mitch was on fire and would go on to TQ and win the 2WD Modified, 4WD Modified and Modified Truck classes. Jeremy Daniel and Caleb Stevens would sideline JR on both the 2WD and 4WD podium while Caleb Stevens and Scott Anderson rounded out the Truck top 3.

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March 15, 2017

1st Annual Desert Classic – Report

Arizona has a long history and considered a definitive hotspot in the world of RC racing hosting some of the best, well-known racing events like the Dirt Nitro Challenge and the Cactus Classic. However, since the Cactus Classic was moved to the indoor facility, things have never been the same. Racers were missing the Cactus vibe and the excitement that once captivated the RC World was gone. Coming to the rescue was the Desert Classic hosted by Hobby Action R/C Raceway. The track was going to be a learning experience as the grand opening of Hobby Action R/C Raceway was only 10 days prior to the Desert Classic event.

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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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