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December 23, 2016

Agama A215SV 1/8th nitro buggy – Coming soon

Agama have released first details of the forthcoming A215SV 1/8th nitro off-road buggy. Taking the attributes of the A215 platform the SV version will feature a redesigned front end with C-Hub front steering geometry to make the car even easier to drive whilst providing more steering lock. The car will also utilise a new weight distribution and all details should become available in time for the release which is scheduled for early January.

Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]

December 22, 2016

JConcepts B6-series Elephant Trunk style waterfall

Another 3-D-printed part has been added to JConcepts’s Shapeways store in the form of the Elephant Trunk style waterfall for the Team Associated B6 and B6D. Designed for B6-series owners using a laydown transmission, the Elephant Trunk style waterfall replaces the stock unit and is more flexible than the stock piece. The part uses a single column support which promotes flex characteristics giving traction gains associated with these types of adjustments. The mount splits at the bottom to attach using the stock B6 hardware and uses the same pivot ball at the top making it a snap to install. The Elephant Trunk waterfall has already shown success in the hands of Alex Kosciuszek during the JConcepts Indoor National finals event by running the single fastest qualifying run over 5 minutes and it is available through JConcept’s Shapeways store here.

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December 22, 2016

RDRP B6-series brass electronics mounting plate

Coming from RDRP and made for the Team Associated B6 series of 2WD buggies is the brass electronics mounting plate. The 2mm plate is 0.5mm thicker and at 53g about 17g heavier than Team Associated’s own steel plate set while being designed to be a drop fit for the chassis’ machined pocket behind the steering servo. Using it allows to easily remove the speed controller and receiver from the car for cleaning and maintenance purposes while also adding weight to the buggy when running lightweight LCG battery packs. On top of this the black and golden design improves visual impact and the chamfered golden edges make for a smoother chassis-to-plate transition for further improved looks and functionality. The mounting plate fits both the B6 and B6D and it comes including suitable mounting hardware.

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December 22, 2016

Xray XT2 front anti-roll bars

Xray have introduce new optional front anti-roll bars for the XT2 stadium truck. Coming in addition to the standard 1.4mm variant are 1.2mm, 1.6mm and 1.8mm wires that help to fine-tune the front suspension for a range of traction conditions. All come made from high-quality spring steel, they sport laser-etched markings for easy identification and are available separately.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

December 22, 2016

Lu Yi Heng TQs & wins at SMP Buggy Race

The recent SMP Buggy Race in China saw Lu Yi Heng taking the TQ in the 2WD buggy class. In the opening A-main, Lu tried to open a gap to the field but the second and third placed drivers were hot on his heels until they both crashed, allowing Lu to bring home the win in A1. For the second A-main the track started to loose traction but a fresh set of tyres allowed the pole position holder to bring home another win to grab the overall win with one leg to spare. A3 then held some difficulties for Lu who suffered several collisions with other drivers but putting his head down he was able to move up to the second place again while up front Lu Yi Heng’s teammate Jimmy Qian scored the win to secure himself the overall runner-up spot.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

December 22, 2016

Yokomo YZ-2 front anti-roll bar set

Yokomo have released a new front anti-roll bar set for the YZ-2 2WD off-road buggy. It contains six swaybar wires for ultra-fine chassis roll control while also including all needed mounting hardware such as hard-anodised aluminium pivot balls, ball cups, links and screws.

Source: Yokomo [team-yokomo.com]

December 22, 2016

Micha Widmaier wins at Bike Park GP

The recent inaugural Indoor Bike Park GP in Pfäffikon, Switzerland not only saw the running of an 1/8th E-Buggy class but also 1/10th scale racing. In the 4WD Buggy category it was SWorkz’s Micha Widmaier who took the win thanks to coming out fastest in all three A-mains. In second and third the TLR duo of Markus Streuli and Felix Koegler completed the podium result.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

December 22, 2016

Yeah Racing X Dinky SCX10 II cantilever suspension kit

Yeah Racing have teamed up with Dinky RC to present a cantilever suspension kit for the Axial SCX10 II and SCX10. The inline suspension design allows for the use of flat beds, full drop beds, and increased interior room when compared to the original shock and body mount setup. More articulation is made possible by the high ratio suspension system thanks to the cantilever system which will allow for maximum tyre contact whilst navigating through off-road terrain. The kit comes pre-assembled and ready to drop it into the chassis.

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