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January 8, 2016

Yeah Racing M-Chassis aluminium setup wheels

Coming from Yeah Racing are dedicated aluminium setup wheels for Tamiya’s M-Chassis and other compact-size 1/10th cars. The smaller diameter compared to standard 1/10th scale setup wheels makes for the most accurate suspension geometry adjustments. The wheels are cut from high-quality aluminium, they feature rubber O-rings to reduce slipping and sliding on the setup board and also included come thumb nuts for easy and convenient fastening without scratching the wheel’s surface.

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January 7, 2016

GRP 1/5th scale bike tyres

GRP have added new 1/5th scale on-road bike tyres to their 2016 line-up. Both the pre-mounted front and rear wheels are available in the new M5 soft and M3 super soft compound as well as the R2 light rain/humid compound. The rear tyres are of a new shape for improved traction and side bite and all tyres are available pre-glued on a full rim or as open rim type.

Source: GRP [grpgandini.it]

January 7, 2016

WRC STX metal differential internals

Coming from WRC and made for the STX electric touring car is a new metal gear set for the gear differential. Included are high-quality metal gears, lightweight 7075 aluminium crosspins with hardened surface and a set of shims. The parts offer increased durability for modified class racing while improving traction at the same time.

Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]

January 7, 2016

Scotty Gray joins Serpent America

Serpent have announced the signing of US top driver Scotty Gray to join the on-road team of Serpent America. Scotty will work closely together with Paolo Morganti and the team at Serpent America, focussing on 1/10th electric and nitro classes, as well as GT and 1/8th nitro on-road. Scotty says:

Thanks to Serpent for providing me with this opportunity to be part of the Team, and hope to be successful in the years to come.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

January 7, 2016

Flavio Elias returns to Capricorn

Capricorn have announced the return of Brazil’s Flavio Elias to their factory team. The multi-time Brazilian National and South American champion was with Shepherd for the 2015 season and he now inked a 2-year deal with the Italian manufacturer whom he was with before. Flavio has the following to say:

I will run the Lab C802 for the next 2 years and I would like to thank Patrizio for this opportunity. I am very excited for the incoming season.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

January 7, 2016

Robin D’hondt joins Capricorn

Robin D'hondt joins Capricorn

Italian company Capricorn have announced the signing of Robin D’hondt to their factory team. The former BMT racer will campaign Capricorn’s LAB C802 1/8th nitro on-road car in the coming season and he has the following to say about the deal:

I am exited to announce that next season I will be driving the Capricorn LAB C802. My gratitude to Patrizio Rossi for this opportunity and trust. I am sure together we can achieve good results! Also a small word of thanks to Pasquale from BMT for the support last year. See you all at the track.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

January 7, 2016

VBC WildfireD08 gold-compound suspension parts

VBC Racing have released new gold-compound suspension parts for the Wildfire D08 touring car. Available are lower A-arms, C-hubs, steering knuckles and rear uprights all made from a new hard compound whose use can be beneficial in a range of racing conditions such as high ambient temperatures or very high traction. All parts sport a gold-colour dot for easy identification. Also new are two suspension mount shim sets for the outer 1-piece and inner split suspension brackets. They are cut from black fibre glass and each pack includes two 1.0mm and two 0.5mm shims for swift and easy roll centre adjustments.

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January 7, 2016

Reds Racing M7R Racer on-road engine

Reds Racing have introduced the all-new M7R .21 7-port M-Series nitro on-road engine. The XL long stroke powerhouse is of a lightweight design and it features Japan-made front and Swiss-made rear bearings, a flat piston design for additional low-end power, a lightweight backplate, as well as a lightweight cooling system. The 7-port design with a new timing makes for high bottom end torque, great power and a low fuel consumption. Part of the package is also a silicone-filled crankshaft, a Japanese TS7 glowplug for easy tuning and reliable starting and to ensure the highest possible quality each engine is hand-assembled by Reds Racing’s own Mario Rossi.

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