October 24, 2016

Griffin Hanna wins Pro Nitro Buggy at Scaretacular race

Griffin Hanna wins Pro Nitro Buggy at Scaretacular race

The 2016 Scaretacular race was held at Cape Fear Raceway in Holly Springs, North Carolina with about 90 entries in total. The race format was straight up rocket round with three rounds of qualifying and 20 minute nitro mains. In Pro Nitro Buggy it was Griffin Hanna who set the TQ and in the main final he would lead the pack around and would swap positions with Blake Pickett but with a small mistake, Griffin was able to regain the lead and take the win from Blake Pickett in second and Colby Bush in third.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

October 23, 2016

2016/17 Winter Jumps Rd1 – Report

2016/17 Winter Jumps Rd1 – Report

The popular Finnish Winter Jumps RC off-road series recently had its opening round held at the Vaasa RC Club, host of the 2011 IFMAR 1/10th off-road World Championships. Different from other racing series that are run on grippy carpet or astroturf tracks, the Winter Jumps series also has two races held on slippery surfaces with the Vaasa round being one of them. In the 2WD race Joona Haatanen dominated every qualifier with his Team Associated buggy and he would also win the A-mains to take the day’s win from Schumacher driver Touko Silpola and Konsta Saarinen (Xray).

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October 22, 2016

Team Orion Vortex Ultimate Stock brushless motors

Team Orion Vortex Ultimate Stock brushless motors

Team Orion have released first information on their forthcoming Vortex Ultimate Stock brushless motors. Aimed at the ultra-competitive blinky stock racing the 540-size motors are developed in the USA from the ground up. They features a new high-power stator design, utilise low resistance copper windings and are built using a 3-piece low centre of gravity can design. The motors also feature a precision-balanced neodymium rotor, heavy duty pre-shaped solder tabs, widely adjustable timing and they are HV battery compatible. They are designed to meed IFMAR, ROAR and EFRA rules and they will soon be available in a 13.5T and 17.5T variant.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

October 22, 2016

Arrowmax Molyfu Ep2 grease

Arrowmax Molyfu Ep2 grease

Coming from Arrowmax is their new Molyfu Ep2 grease specially formulated for the use in thrust bearings and transmissions. Capable of withstanding extremely high loads and pressures the sticky black grease is ideal for demanding on-road and off-road applications and it comes in a handy tube with fine tip, allowing for a precise application.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

October 22, 2016

MIP introduced updated Wraith CVD centre drive kits

MIP introduced updated Wraith CVD centre drive kits

MIP have introduced their updated CVD centre drive kits for the Axial Wraith off-roader. Running changes over at Axial made it necessary for MIP to update their design and thus MIP’s new Wraith axles will no longer feature a double set screw design to clamp onto the through hole but now incorporate a pin set screw for attachment. Along with that improvement MIP have also changed the drive hubs so that there is no longer any interference when it comes to making contact with the stock spur gear cover. Last but not least this kit covers all Wraith models.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

October 21, 2016

Tekno SCT.3 & SL high roll centre rear hubs

Tekno SCT-3 & SL high roll centre HRC rear hubs

Tekno have introduced the high roll centre HRC rear hubs for the SCT.3 and SL kits. By lowering the hinge pin location compared to the stock rear hubs the HRC uprights offer a raised the rear roll centre. Using the hubs increase on-power traction and stability while decreasing body roll. All of this with improved rotation into a corner and no compromise in on-power steering. To reduce wear and increase part lifespan, the hubs are moulded from durable nylon and they are for the use on the SCT410.3 and EB48SL vehicles.

Source: Tekno RC [teknorc.com]

October 21, 2016

T-Works introduce XB2 titanium & aluminium options

T-Works introduce XB2 titanium & aluminium options

T-Works have introduced a range of titanium and aluminium option pats for the Xray XB2C’17 and the XB4 kits. First up are the hybrid titanium and aluminium turnbuckles for the XB2C’17 2WD buggy. The set includes six turnbuckles made of high-quality titanium with an additional aluminium hex part for looks and a lower weight. Included with the links comes a suitable 4mm turnbuckle wrench. Beside the hybrid set, T-Works also offers an all-titanium kit.

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October 21, 2016

ROAR announces Clubman Series

ROAR announces Clubman Series

ROAR in conjunction with Hobbytown Hobbyplex raceway, Fastlane Raceway and The Track have announced the new ROAR Clubman Series. This pilot program focuses on the local level of racing, it is designed to keep it simple, fair and fun. The series targets 17.5T stock racing classes using ROAR-approved non-timing ESCs and handout 17.5T motors and more information along with the basic rules can be found here.

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