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March 1, 2019

Arrowmax 1/10th quick camber gauge

New from Arrowmax and made for 1/10th vehicles is the black-golden quick camber gauge. Designed for quick and easy camber angle checks the 1-piece tool allows to measure wheel camber angles of 1.5, 2.0 and 2.5 degree by simply placing the gauge alongside the wheel. The tool is made from CNC-machined aluminium, it features Arrowmax’s signature honeycomb-design and a black and golden surface treatment. The tool comes laser-engraved for easy identification while milled-out sections make way for the wheel nuts.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

February 28, 2019

Xray Racing Series Slovenia Rd4 – Report

The fourth and final round of the 2018/19 Xray Racing Series Slovenia was held at the Genius Ring facility in Medeuzza recently. Drivers from six different countries – Austria, Croatia, Denmark, Germany, Italy and Slovenia – signed in for the final round with Germany’s electric on-road ace, Jan Ratheisky being one of them. The event was held in 13.5T Touring and 21.5T Formula classes with all of them using control XRS motors and Hudy tyres to make for a level playing field. The weekend kicked off with practice on Saturday while Sunday was race day. In the 13.5T Touring class it was Jan Ratheisky who would set the pace, leaving behind his Xray teammates Matej Dobnikar and Fabio Ghilotti in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Continue reading the report here

February 28, 2019

Xray NT1’19 1/10th 200mm touring car – Coming soon

Xray have announced the soon release of the 2019 variant of their IFMAR World Championship winning NT1 1/10th 200mm nitro touring car. No official details are available yet but they are expected to surface within the coming days.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 28, 2019

Graupner O.S. Speed B2103 S Special Edition engine

Coming soon from German O.S. Engines distributor Graupner is the O.S. Speed B2103 S Special Edition engine. The .21 off-road power plant comes with a standard cooling head for improved heat dissipation, allowing to safely run the engine with a leaner carburettor setting which in turn further improves mileage. In addition and when run in higher ambient temperatures, the engine is easier to adjust and offers a more reliable performance.

Source: Graupner [graupner.de]

February 28, 2019

Yokomo BD9 titanium outer hinge pins

Yokomo have announced the release of lightweight titanium outer hinge pins for the BD9 touring car. Made to replace the standard steel pins, the lightweight parts will reduce unsprung weight which can result in quicker steering response and faster lap times on high bite surfaces. On lower grip track however they can reduce traction compared to the standard steel parts, meaning they are best used on ETS or CRC black carpet or when running very grippy handout tyres. The pins come as separate 2-piece sets for the front and the rear of the car.

View the rear hinge pins here

February 28, 2019

Xray XT2 lightweight body & extra strong rear wings

Xray have introduced their new lightweight body shell for the XT2 stadium truck as well as extra strong rear wings for the same body. Starting with the lid, it is moulded from 0.75mm polycarbonate material for a low weight and thus a lower overall centre of gravity. Using the lightweight body will reduce body roll in high-grip track conditions for a more predictable handling and faster lap times. The body is usable with all of the truck’s possible rear shock layouts and it comes including window masks.

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February 28, 2019

SRC DSE 190mm touring car body shell – Coming soon

Another company to hit the market with a rather extreme 190mm touring car body shell is SRC Racing. Given the teaser images released on social media, the body will follow the latest trend of low-profile high-downforce shells with very pronounced cabins, long trunk lids and sculptured side sections. Full details about the body will become available in time for the release.

Source: SRC Racing [facebook.com]

February 28, 2019

Martin Hofer to run Racing Performer electronics

Yokomo have announced that German electric touring car ace, Martin Hofer will be using Racing Performer electronics and batteries for the 2019 season and beyond. Martin will use Yokomo’s RP series of speed controllers, motors and batteries starting at this week’s Thailand International Touring Car Championship and he has the following to say about the deal:

Going all in on Yokomo by using Racing Performer Electronics was always in the back of my head and now we finally made it happen. The teamwork in preparation for this weeks TITC has already been exceptional and I am looking forward to spread the word about the amazing Racing Performer product range.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]