May 8, 2015

Protoform PFRX 1/10th rallycross bodyshell

Protoform PFRX 1/10th rallycross bodyshell

Protoform introduce the PFRX rallycross bodyshell for 1/10th scale rally kits and short course trucks. Sporting an oversized rally-style front grille, exaggerated fender flares and sport-compact sedan design the body is a direct fit on the Traxxas 1/10 Rally VXL and Team Associated ProRally, but will also fit short course trucks such as the Pro-Line PRO-2 SC. The body is produced in genuine heavy-duty .040″ Lexan material and includes a comprehensive decal sheet, add-on rear wing, beefy nylon wing mounting hardware, and paint-then-peel overspray film.

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May 7, 2015

JConcepts Finnisher TLR 22T 2.0 bodyshell

JConcepts Finnisher TLR 22T 2.0 bodyshell

JConcepts introduce the Finnisher design bodyshell for the TLR 22T 2.0 stadium truck. The slight cab forward, raked windshield and aggressive stance highlight a performance oriented core. A revised front hood scoop allows plenty of clearance for the unique 22T geometry while smoothing out the front down force area. A front chin spoiler, headlight and grill protect the front-end from unwanted up-drafts during flight while the supplied decals detail stand-out like an 18 wheeler. Like the ROAR National Champion Hi-Flow SCT body, the Finnisher body has built-in air escape passages which allow the customer to fine-tune the body for maximum outdoor performance. Included is also a high performance gurney spoiler which increases rear grip and balances the handling characteristics of the aggressively styled body.

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May 7, 2015

Cassar & Agius win at Maltese Off-road Nationals Rd4

Cassar & Agius win at Maltese Off-road Nationals Rd4

Round 4 of the Maltese 1/8th Nitro Buggy and Truggy National Championship was held at the MMORRC track in hot ambient temperatures and on a partly dusty track. The fight for the win in the F1 class was on between 2014 champion Kyle Spiteri and Dillon Cassar. Kyle took the TQ but finished 2nd in a main that had Dillon walking away with the win. Chris Zahra came in 3rd in the F1 class final.

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May 7, 2015

Arrowmax 1/8th off-road Quick Camber Gauge

Arrowmax 1/8th off-road Quick Camber Gauge

New from Arrowmax and made for 1/8th off-road vehicles is the quick camber gauge. Designed for quick and easy camber angle checks the 1-piece gauge allows to measure angles of 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0 degree by simply placing the gauge alongside the wheel. The tool is made from CNC-machined aluminium and it comes laser-engraved for easy identification while milled-out sections make way for the wheel nuts.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]


May 7, 2015

Nicolas Risser wins rainy Belgian E-Buggy Nats Rd2

Nicolas Risser wins rainy Belgian E-Buggy Nats Rd2

The second round of the Belgian 1/8th E-Buggy Nationals was held at clay track of Bauffe near the French boarder. Unfortunately the race had to be cancelled after the qualifiers due to heavy rain. This meant the qualifying result would determine the day’s winner and this handed Team C’s Nicolas Risser the win from the Kyosho duo of Sebastian Wartelle and Cedric Nickel.

Thanks to Jean-Michel for the report.


May 7, 2015

Tekno RC Full Option shock kits

Tekno RC Full Option shock kits

Coming from Tekno RC and made for their range of 1/8th and 1/10th off-road vehicles are the Full Option shock kits. Included are hard anodised, threaded shock bodies, TiNi-coated shock shafts, aluminium vented shock caps, cartridge caps, spring collars, and pivot balls, as well as delrin shock guides, the latest locking spring perch and captured shock boots.  Also included are bladders and necessary O-rings for silky smooth builds. The only things not included are the springs and pistons of your choice. Available are three different shock lengths of 107mm (SCT and 1/8th buggy front), 122mm (SCT and 1/8th buggy rear, 1/8th truck front) and 137mm (1/8th truck rear).

Source: Tekno RC [teknorc.com]


May 7, 2015

Hupo Hönigl wins Austrian E-Buggy Nationals Rd1

Hupo Hönigl wins Austrian E-Buggy Nationals Rd1

The opening round of the Austrian 1/8th E-Buggy National Championship was held at the MRC Oberaich club and despite adverse weather forecasts, 55 starters found their way to Styria. At the end the weather held up fine with almost an entire weekend of mostly sunshine and perfect conditions making for ideal conditions at this first ever 1/8th E-Buggy national event on Austrian soil. After six qualifying rounds Hupo Hönigl set TQ for the finals. In the sub-finals Martin Wollanka secured himself the pole position for the A-finals in which Hupo and Martin were in a league of their own. After the triple A-mains Hupo secured the day’s win just ahead of Martin.

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May 6, 2015

Rasmussen doubles at Danish EP Off-road Series Rd1

Rasmussen doubles at Danish EP Off-road Series Rd1

The first round of the DRCMU Danish National Series was held at the RC Kongen hobby shop. Jonas Kaerup and Jesper Rasmussen set the early race pace. A hot and sunny race day on the large carpet track provided great conditions for all the drivers. It was a fantastic day to kickstart the outdoor summer racing and the start of the Danish Nationals. Jonas Kaerup was off to a flying start in qualifying and took TQ at his home track, just managing to hold off his junior teammate Jesper in qualifying. In the finals it was youth that prevailed and the more consistent Jesper Rasmussen took the victory in front of Jonas Kaerup.

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