For the XB2, Xray have created these new side guards, an integral part of the XB2 Multi-Flex system. Molded from composite material, the side guards allow for proper chassis flex an now there are various hardness available for different track conditions. To compliment the kit versions there are now medium and hard versions.
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Maclan Racing have introduced these high quality 100% full carbon fibre car stands. A unique style designed for ultra strength and ultra light weight, being only 1/3 the weight of traditional aluminium car stands, they are designed for both on-road and off-road vehicles. Each carbon fibre stand has holes to support shock building. Available mid-April.
The 2016 Norwegian Indoor Offroad Challenge was hosted by RCOne Raceway in Moss, Norway, and as it was also open to everybody there were also some Swedish drivers present at the race. The track is 40 minutes out off Oslo, and very nice facility, carpet, tight and smooth layout. So everybody was very exited upfront on who is going to take the titles. Saturday started off with 2wd buggy and 2wd Stadium Truck. Team Yokomo driver Daniel Kobbevik took a solid TQ in 2wd buggy, and Calle Svensson from Sweden took TQ in 2wd Truck with his AE T5M.
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Following a number of teasers, Serpent have finally released their all new Cobra SRX8 1/8th scale buggy. Designed by Billy Easton, the focus was on performance, ease of use and durability. A very well specced kit, the major changes include new gear-differentials that have a larger case to allow for more oil inside and a built in pressure compensation system, resulting in a more consistent diff over longer runs. A new gear-mesh plate system allows for easy and secure engine (dis)assembly without worrying about gear mesh. For tuning, the front and rear lower wishbones allow inserts to be both mounted in the top and bottom for many possible flex options, using no inserts, moulded inserts, carbon inserts, or mixed of both inserts. Finally the new angled steering system offers optimal Ackermann settings as well as reduced bumpsteer.
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Xray have released this optional molded composite motor gear box for the XB2, which accommodates 4 gears and orientates the motor on the left side. All parts fit perfectly together, and give super-easy access to the rear differential. The durable gear box houses the differential and rear transmission, allowing the mounting of the rear roll center holder, motor plate, and rear shock tower.
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New for the XB4, Xray have produced these CNC-machined 12mm wheel hubs with +3.75mm offset for wider track-width. Made from Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium they have been strategically machined for optimum strength, balance and lightness. Marked for easy identification they are secured onto the drive axle with a setscrew.
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This past weekend Dialed In Raceway hosted the third round of the Pro-Line Series with the event attracting nearly 100 entries. The atmosphere of the event was very laid back and the Dialed In staff even treated all the racers to lunch. Adam Drake was the top qualifier in nitro buggy and won the final followed by Jeremy Kortz and Shawn Kirkman. Mugen also took the victories in 40+ nitro buggy and Intermediate nitro buggy with Robert Wickman taking the victory in 40+ but the race of the day was between Jason Snyder and Lerone Hearn in Intermediate nitro buggy. Jason Snyder took the win by a narrow margin over Lerone Hearn.
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Intech Racing have released the ER-12M 2.0 Lite, which is the lightened version of ER-12M 2.0 and saves extra 61 grams compared with the stock unit. The all-new aluminium honeycomb chassis, aluminium motor plate and a pair of composite side guards are included and these parts feature milling and holes to reduce the weight while maintaining durability and rigidness.
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