October 25, 2019

Patrick Folman joins Xray

Xray have announced the signing of multi-time Danish National Champion, Patrick Folman to their team. The former DHI Cup winner and ETS A-main finalist will campaign Xray’s T4 electric touring car platform at events such as the XRS, ETS, EFRA Euro and IFMAR World Championships and he has the following to day about the deal:

I’m very happy to join Team Xray. I want to thank Xray for this opportunity to be a part of a very strong team. I will try my best to help Xray keep being the top team of the world.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

October 25, 2019

Avid clutch bearing line

Coming from Avid is their new line of clutch bearings. Clutch temperatures easily reach temperatures three times more than that of a wheel bearing and so they are specifically designed for use in clutches to withstand the high heat and loads. Balls are 20 percent larger than Avid’s standard bearing line and when combined with the deeper grooves in the races, racers get a ton more surface area to distribute the load. Grooves are made from 52100 and polished to a higher level of smoothness to keep friction down when at higher loads. Cages are made from nylon instead of steel so that during high heat expansion situations there is no chance of metal to metal rubbing which results in less drag, and better strength. The bragging are available as 5x10x4mm, 5x11x4mm and 5x13x4mm metal-shielded variants.

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October 24, 2019

Awesomatix A800MMXA – Coming soon

Awesomatix have allowed a first glimpse of their forthcoming new A800MMXA 4WD touring car kit. Building on the success of the MMCX mid-motor conversion kit for the A800X, the MMXA aluminium and MMX carbon fibre kits will be purpose-designed mid-motor-only cars that feature a newly developed motor mount and split top deck design for fully symmetrical chassis flex and a wider range of flex settings. The updated design will also improve stability and reliability of the top deck when the going gets tough. The MMXA car shown here will be piloted by Awesomatix’s own Max Mächler during this weekend’s ETS season opener in Vienna with the vehicle sporting some current A800X Evo parts, such as the BSSX steering, that will be changed for the MMX kit. In addition, Max’s car also rocks some optionals that will become available separately. Full information and details on the specifications will become available in time for the release which is scheduled for this Fall.

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October 24, 2019

Spektrum DX5 Rugged DSMR transmitter orange

Horizon Hobby have introduced the new Spektrum DX5 Rugged DSMR transmitter in a special orange edition. The 5-channel surface transmitter redefines radio control with a level of durability to match the tough conditions off-roaders, bashers and boaters encounter constantly. The designers started with a chassis based on the Spektrum ergonomic design found on the popular DX5C and competition favourite DX5 Pro. From there, they integrated cordless power tool feature ideas for the die-hard punishment those products endure. The result is an RC system with exceptional durability in addition to other innovative features that unite with a level of precision, versatility and convenience.

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October 24, 2019

BR1 BC-T4WC Xray T4-series steering servo

Coming from Bruno Coelho’s BR1 brand is the new BC-T4WC servo for Xray’s T4 series of touring cars. Following the success of the BC-1863X servo, and to celebrate its Touring Car World Championship title, BR1 have developed the BC-T4WC (0.07s/11.0kg-cm/56g), a servo which is a must have for Xray T4 users that are looking for maximum performance from their car. It features a new all-aluminium case, as well as a receiver wire that now comes out of the back of the servo, allowing for much neater wiring. The integrated mount also has a screw hole to install a battery backstop with the low centre of gravity mount, which was characteristic for the first version of the servo, being once again the most striking feature, as it also perfectly fits the soon to be released Xray T4 2020 car. In addition the servo has also been updated internally to ensure best possible performance for the user.

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October 24, 2019

Tekno NB48 2.0 carbon & brass optionals

Tekno RC have introduced new carbon fibre and brass option parts for the NB48 2.0 buggy. First up and designed to improve the look and handling of the NB48 2.0 buggy are carbon fibre shock towers. They add visual impact and can also improve bump handling and grip by being slightly more compliant than aluminium. When using front and rear carbon towers, the weight of the vehicle is reduced by 50 grams. This helps to slightly lower the centre of gravity and increases corner speed. At 5mm thick the shock stays are strong and easily withstand all but the most extreme race incidents.

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October 24, 2019

Nicolas Bregante wins at Metropolitan Champs Rd9

Round 9 of the Metropolitan Touring Eco Championship was held at the Herman Matticoli Circuit in Buenos Aires recently. 1/8th off-road specialist, Nicolas Bregante had no problems to adapting to tarmac and was able to walk away with the win, leaving behind Luciano Capel on the runner-up spot. Gianni Lupacciolu rounded out the top 3 podium result.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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