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February 13, 2019

Awesomatix roll out new A800 optionals

Coming from Awesomatix are three new option parts for the A800 series of touring cars. First up is the C01B-XAH2LA 2.0mm aluminium chassis that offers additional holes for the +8mm and +9mm arms. Machined from high-quality 7075-T6 material the chassis also sports updated cutouts to offer increased response and a better steering feeling while upping higher corner speeds at the same time. Next up are the AM19-2US mounts that offer the exact same geometry as the AM19-2 parts. However they are machined from 3mm 7075-T6 alloy, meaning they are 0.5mm thicker than the AM19-2. To keep the same roll centre settings, owners need to run 0.5mm thinner shims under ST24 ball studs. Last but not least come the AM06WL-US uprights. They mimic the AM06WL parts but lack the flex cut out, making them more durable. Generally with all of the new “US” parts, these are recommended for the use on US-style tracks with hard boards and barriers as they add a bit of durability on the expense of a slightly higher weight.

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February 13, 2019

Ruddog RR482 2.4GHz 4-channel FHSS4 receiver

Ruddog have introduced their all-new Sanwa-compatible RR482 2.4GHz 4-channel FHSS4 receiver. FHSS4 and FHSS3 capable the receiver is usable with the latest M17 and MT-44 transmitters but also older spec M12S and RS, MT-4 and even M11X radios. The receiver was track-tested over several month at national and international events, including high-class races such as the EOS, and it fully supports Sanwa’s SHR and SSR technologies, offering the same features and super-fast signal transmission as the original Sanwa receivers, making them a full-fledged replacement. The compact “antenna-less” receiver measures 23.6×18.6×28.3mm, it weighs in at 7g and it comes in a heavy-duty case that offers improved durability compared to standard Sanwa receivers.

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February 13, 2019

Redcat Gen7 portal axle kit

German Redcat distributor Absima has introduced a new Gen7 portal axle kit. The set is designed for the Everest Gen7 and features the same portal axles that are installed in the Redcat Gen8 Scout II scale crawler, but includes all the parts needed to easily install portal axles on the Gen7 Sport or Pro vehicles. This kit includes the front and rear portal axle, along with a moulded plastic plate so owners can mount the servo to the Gen7 chassis. The axles utilise Mod 1 steel gears, metal hex hubs and metal gear covers for durability as well as a CNC machined aluminium spool. The kit also includes a slipper clutch upgrade, with gearing change, intended for the Everest Gen7. Because of the additional gear reduction present in the portal axles, without a gearing change, the Everest Gen7’s top speed will be reduced by about 50 percent. This slipper clutch system features a lockout system, for those who decide they don’t want the possibility of their drivetrain slipping, but still want the gearing change.

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February 13, 2019

Kyle Layton doubles at JBRL Winter Series Rd4

Round 4 of the 2018/19 JBRL Winter Indoor Off-Road Series was held at OC/RC Raceway in Huntington Beach, California last weekend. In the 2WD Open Buggy class it was Kyle Layton who set the overall TQ and also came out on top after the single 6-minute A-main event, taking the day’s win from Jimmy Wright on the 2 spot and Ryan Brignani in 3rd.

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February 13, 2019

JConcepts Winter INS9 – Report

Last weekend kicked off the Winter edition of the JConcepts Indoor National Series in St. Charles, Missouri at the facility formerly known as SmacTrac. Under the same management, but a new name, Team Velocity R/C Raceway still embodies its rich racing heritage along with the fun and friendly atmosphere from before, making the highly anticipated Winter Indoor Nationals a sold out event with 353 total entries. With minor tweaks to the event classes for 2019, the JConcepts INS formula has been improved to better accommodate new racers looking for the awesome big race experiences. The Independent class is still dedicated to the Zero Sponsor racer, but the organisers backed down the power to a fixed timing 21.5 handout motor to be used during the event. Also, the inclusion of the hot new 4×4 Mini Truggies that have recently hit the scene, a brand new class was added to highlight the event with the fastest trucks out there.

Continue reading the report here

February 13, 2019

Klinik RC M3 thread repair kit

Coming from Klinik RC is a M3 thread repair kit for stripped out M3 threads. The kit includes inserts machined out of brass that are inserted in the drilled-out thread and that expand when the screw is installed. The knurls grab tight onto plastic and increases strength two to three times over plain screw threaded directly into the plastic. A dab of CA upon installation secures them even further. The set includes ten inserts and a 5/32 drill bit.

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February 13, 2019

Exotek EB410 3.4mm HD hinge pin set

Exotek have introduced a set of heavy duty 3.4mm hardened steel inner hinge pins for the Tekno EB410 and ET410 vehicles. The larger centre section helps prevent bent or busted pins while keeping the stock 3mm diameter at the ends in order to fit the stock inserts and while also only slightly enlarging the arm holes to maintain arm strength. The set, that is recommended for experienced hobbyists only, includes four hinge pins and a high speed drill bit to ream the arms to accept the larger hardened hinge pins.

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February 13, 2019

Shepherd introduce 2019 1/8th & 1/10th foam tyres

Shepherd have introduced their updated range of foam tyres for 1/8th and 1/10th scale on-road cars, featuring new rim designs. Starting with the 1/8th tyres, the pre-trued foam tyres come mounted on redesigned multi-spoke rims for increased strength and durability with the tyres offering overall improved trueness, handling and wear. As for the new 1/10th wheels, the rims used offer very moderate flex for increased traction while the inner portion allows for greater clearance with suspension components. Both rims will be used for the mandatory race tyres at the EFRA GP Türkheim as well as at the 1/10th scale European Championships at the same place.

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