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July 11, 2017

JConcepts TRX-4 Torch 1.9″ aluminium bead lock wheels

JConcepts have introduced their new Torch 1.9″ aluminium bead lock wheels for the Traxxas TRX-4 trial truck. The 6-spoke wheel is a straight-forward design, incorporating a triangle type spoke around the centre for heavy street appeal. The basic color is black, however, the natural color of the aluminium wheel has been exposed in the spokes which adds a touch of depth. Around the hub section, a flared boss surrounds the screw mounting area and has been highlighted in silver to bring out the lustre of an all metal wheel design. The bead lock wheel has a bolt-in 12mm hex adaptor which features a shim option to increase width by 1mm on each side by adding in the aluminium spacer between wheel and adaptor. The assembled wheel is solid with aluminium material, machined details with an array of threaded holes for the most tyre mounting security. Each package contains four wheels, eight aluminium bead locks, four 12mm aluminium hex adaptors, four 1mm offset shims and steel hardware for complete assembly.

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July 11, 2017

PR Racing S1v3 FM Sport 2WD buggy kit

Coming from PR Racing is the S1v3 FM Sport 2WD buggy kit, the lower spec version of the S1v3 FM competition buggy. Although sporting a lower price tag the kit is stacked with features such as carbon fibre shock towers and battery strap, a sealed gear differential, and an alloy chassis. Also included are threaded oil-filled plastic body shock absorbers, rear composite hubs, over-sized RF and RR suspension mounts, as well as plastic steering posts and a bearing/plastic bushing steering assembly. The kit shares lots of parts and all geometry from the race proven competition kit, meaning it can be outfitted with additional performance parts if required.

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July 11, 2017

Grainer & Urban win at Slovakian Off-road Nationals Rd4

Round 4 of the Slovakian Electric Off-road Nationals was held at the Bratislava Buggy Club in again very hit and dusty conditions. The event was interrupted by a heavy storm in the early afternoon but this did not stop Lucas Grainer (Team Associated) from taking the pole position and win in the 2WD Buggy class from Xray’s Michal Nagy in 2nd and Adam Urban (TLR) in 3rd. In the 4WD class it was Adam Urban (TLR) who dominated the proceedings and he would walk away with the win in the A-mains from Milos Svihran (Xray) in 2nd and Peter Tauber (Xray) 3rd.

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July 11, 2017

O.S. Speed 21XZ-B Spec. II Ty 110% limited edition engine

O.S. Engines have introduced the Speed 21XZ-B Spec. II Ty 110% limited edition nitro off-road engine. The power plant was used to win the Nitro Truggy title during this year’s ROAR Fuel Off-road National Championship in the hands of Xray’s Ty Tessmann who also gave the name to the new engine. Features include a 7.0mm venturi insert as well as a 90mm manifold for consistent idling and lower fuel consumption. The package is rounded out by a 4mm lower cooling head for an overall lower centre of gravity and also included in the combo package is a T-2090SC exhaust pipe. Beside the combo pack the engine is also available separately.

Source: O.S. Engines [os-engines.co.jp]

July 11, 2017

Yeah Racing SCX10 II & TRX-4 alloy bumpers

Coming from Yeah Racing and fitting both the Axial SCX10 II and the Traxxas TRX-4 trail trucks are aluminium front and rear bumpers. Coming with a matte black surface treatment the front and rear bumpers directly attach to the truck’s main frames for improved durability and scale looks. The front bumper features mounting points for an optional winch while both the front and rear part come with LED lights and dual tow points with shackles. The bumpers are available separately and they include mounting hardware.

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July 11, 2017

Jörn Neumann and Serpent part ways

Multi-time European and German national Champion Jörn Neumann has announced his departure from chassis sponsors Serpent. The somewhat unusual mid-season split leaves questions about the future of Jörn and his mentor and mechanic Gerd Strenge as the two usually swap teams together. While it is yet unclear what’s next on the agenda for Jörn he has the following to say:

Today I need to announce that my relationship with Serpent has come to an end. We achieved great success together, with taking the European Championship title in 4WD last year as the highlight. I would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone at Serpent and 2-Speed for the support they gave me during that time. At this point in my life things have recently changed. Let’s see how the future will be for me beside and on the racing track.

July 11, 2017

Adam Drake wins at JBRL Nitro Series Rd4

Round four of the 2017 JBRL Nitro Series was held at Revelation Raceway. The temperatures reached a scorching 40 degrees Celsius but the turnout was still around 150 entries for the multiple classes. Mugen’s Adam Drake was the top qualifier in Nitro Buggy, Nitro truck, and Electric 1/8th buggy and he also lead both nitro finals from tone to tone and took the victory in Nitro Buggy and Nitro Truck by more than a lap. In Nitro Buggy HB Racing’s Cody King finished 2nd and Kyosho’s Anthony Westergaard came in 3rd.

Source: Mugen Seiki [mugenracing.com]

July 10, 2017

RDRP Ultra Gripper R2 shock shaft pliers

Revolution Design Racing Products have introduced their revised Ultra Gripper shock shaft pliers. The R2 version is designed to hold 3.0mm, 3.5mm and 4.0mm shock shafts to make shock building easy and convenient. The tool allows to securely hold the shafts without damaging the surface or even the whole shaft as it can occur when using standard pliers. Like the other Ultra series tools the Ultra Gripper is precision CNC-machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and features a high-quality anodising that improves the surface of the notches for a more secure grip. The grip notches for the shock shafts sport laser-engraved size markings and the tool is usable for most 1/10th and 1/8th scale vehicles. The R2 variant sports an updated design that makes applying pressure even easier, ensuring less stress on the mechanic’s skin while also being available in range of colours including black, orange, red, blue and light blue.

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