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January 22, 2020

Lit R/C 8ight-X C & D suspension block set

Lit R/C Products have introduced their new C and D block set for the TLR 8ight-X platform. The suspension mount blocks are machined out of 7075-T6 aircraft grade aluminium and have been designed to use square pill inserts. This allows the end user to achieve multiple pill orientations not yet possible on the current TLR 8ight-X platforms. The square pills inserts are machined out of Delrin for direct fitment in the C and D blocks and in addition to allowing for multiple pill orientations is the capability to raise or lower the vehicle’s roll centre or to widen the hinge pins with the included square pill inserts.

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January 22, 2020

Xpress FT1 series 2mm aluminium main chassis

Xpress have announced the soon release of their new 2.0mm aluminium main chassis plate for the Execute FT1 and FT1S FWD touring cars. Machined from high-quality alloy and coming with a black and red surface finish for wear and looks, the chassis will improve overall handling of the cars in medium-high to very high-traction track conditions. The main plate comes strategically machined for optimised flex characteristics and it is a direct fit.

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January 22, 2020

Pro-Line Badlands MX38 HP 3.8” belted MT tyres

Coming soon from Pro-Line is their new pre-mounted Badlands MX38 HP 3.8” all-terrain belted monster truck tyre. The Badlands tyres are known for having a sweet Motocross inspired tread and the all-new Badlands MX38 HP tires kick that up a notch with Bigger and Bolder knobby tread. The true all-terrain tyre will find traction on any surface but is best suited for loose and loamy dirt, mud or grass. The high-performance herringbone weave pattern belt inside of the tyres will prevent it from ballooning or expanding during use. This will give maximum control to put the power down even at high speeds. The tyre comes in Pro-Line’s renown M2 compound and it is 3.48” wide and 6.8” tall, making it ideal for the latest generation of monster trucks and it is pre-mounted on the next generation 3.8” wheel design from Pro-Line, the Raid 3.8” removable hex wheel.

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January 22, 2020

T-Works D819 series precision ball bearing set

Coming from T-Works and made for the HB Racing D819 and D819RS buggies is a precision ball bearing set. It includes 24 high-quality ball races that feature orange and black rubber seals on the outside for exceptional protection against dust, dirt and moisture while the inside is equipped with steel shields, ensuring low natural drag and thus increased performance compared to fully rubber-sealed bearings. The set includes all needed drivetrain ball races and it is available from now on.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

January 22, 2020

Pro-Line Jeep Gladiator Rubicon SC & MT Body

Pro-Line have introduced their new Jeep Gladiator multi-purpose body shell usable for short course and monster trucks alike. The Gladiator combines the iconic and unmistakable Jeep body styling with the utility and ruggedness of a truck that tells everyone that you are ready for adventure. Pro-Line has included all the scale Jeep Gladiator details into the body and sticker sheet that will completely transform the look of every truck. The 1-piece body comes clear, so owners can customise the look of their truck in any way they desire and it will fit the Traxxas Slash 2WD and 4×4 equipped with the LCG chassis and extended body mounts as well as the Arrma Senton 3S with out side guards as well as the Traxxas E-Revo 2.0 with extended body mounts. In addition the body of course fits Pro-Line’s own Pro-Fusion SC 4×4 kit.

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January 22, 2020

Performa P1 Controller 60A brushless ESC

Available now from Performa Racing is their new P1 60A brushless controller, an ideal first racing ESC. 2S to 3S LiPo-compatible and being a sensored controller, the speedo’s blinky mode allows competitive racing when running in spec motor classes. It can be used also with timing for club racing, “outlaw” or hobby use with down to 6.5T motors. The ESC is housed in a machined aluminium case for optimsed heat dissipation and it comes pre-wired with black receiver, power and motor wires for a professional look.

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January 22, 2020

Pro-Line Hole Shot 3.0 2.2” rear buggy tyre

Coming from Pro-Line is their new Hole Shot 3.0 2.2” rear buggy tyre. The Hole Shot 2.0 is renowned across the world as one of the most used race tyres of all time. From World Championships to National Championships, Regional race events to club race events, the Hole Shot 2.0 design has won just about every title imaginable. Based on this is success Pro-Line now bring the Hole Shot 3.0 featuring the latest generation race tyre carcass for maximum performance combined with longer lasting waterproof closed cell foam included. The unique mini-pin Hole Shot design has remained virtually unchanged since it has already proven to provide the optimum level of traction in dusty, hard-packed and grooved conditions. The tyre is available in M3 soft and M4 super soft compounds.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

January 21, 2020

Simon Kurzbuch departs Novarossi

In a message on social media former IFMAR 1/8th scale IC Track World and EFRA European Champion, Simon Kurzbuch has announced his departure from long-time engine sponsors Novarossi. The multi-time Swiss National Champion is looking back on a very successful campaign with the iconic Italian engine manufacturer and he has the following to say about his departure:

Season 2020 starts with the communication about my departure from Novarossi as engine supplier. Thanks to Grazia, the whole Novarossi factory, Alfredo, Laura, Francesca, Malik, Federico, Daniele, Stefano, Silvio and Cesare! We had a really great time, sometimes better some time bad but all the races we won together speak for itself, grazie grazie grazie! All the best for you all! Soon we post more for 2020, very excited about it!