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October 30, 2015

Kyle Francis triples at Western Australian titles

For the first time the Western Australia titles were held outside the metropolitan area in Kalgoorlie, some 580km from the Capital, Perth. In the Nitro Buggy Kyle Francis took the win in the main final after an eventful 45 minutes. Coming from the 3 spot on the grid, Kyle got caught up in someone else’s crash, dropping him to 11th. Slowly the comeback started and he began gaining positions and the gap to the first placed driver was 18 seconds. A few laps later and it was back to 15, then 12. Kyle had the fastest car out there, it was just a case of keeping it on four wheels and having enough time to reel in the leader. Another 10 minutes passed and the gap was down to 6 seconds, then 3 seconds. The race commentator was getting excited.

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October 30, 2015

JConcepts B5M Warrior bodyshell

Seen for the first time at the recent IFMAR 1/10th Buggy World Championships JConcepts now officially introduce the Warrior bodyshell for the Team Associated B5M buggy. The design is focussed on the unconventional 8-window cab with rollcage details with an unique split front window, protecting the cockpit from the occasional aerial assault of lap traffic. The rear upper pods are pronounced, heavily drafted and blended to the chassis side-guard covers, allowing plenty of electrical clearance inside the shell. The body is an experienced racer too, featuring useable vents positioned throughout providing air-intake or escape packages for the skilled and crafty driver. Fully committed, the Warrior body features cut-lines for either Team Associated 3 or 4 gear transmission layout and the body package contains two 6.5″ Finnisher rear wings with cut lines and pre-dimpled locations for drop-fit mounting on the Team Associated B5M. Masks are included for all forward and side facing window panels and JConcepts decal sheet round out the package.

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October 30, 2015

Yokomo Zero HV brushless servos

Coming soon from Yokomo is the all-new Zero HV brushless steering servo line. Developed for on-road, off-road and drift car use the standard size BL-SHV (0.07s/25.0kg-cm) and the low-profile BL-LHV (0.06s/15.0kg-cm) feature machined aluminium heat-sink cases and titanium gears for best possible durability while the brushless motors make for a high performance. Both servo utilise a standard Futaba servo arm spline, they feature etched graphics and will become available in November.

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October 30, 2015

KO Propo RSx2 Power HC limited edition servos

KO Propo America have introduced the RSx2 Power HC limited edition servos. Coming as signature limited red version with red anodised centre case and Jared Tebo’s signature and also as limited blue version the servos offer the same specifications as the standard Power HC with up 31.6kg-cm of torque and 0.11s transit time at 7.4V input.

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October 30, 2015

Reedy 2100mAh 14.8V starter box LiPo battery

New from Reedy comes a dedicated LiPo battery pack for nitro starter boxes. Offering a capacity of 2100mAh the 14.8V softcase pack is of a small footprint at 103x35x28mm and it weighs in at 209g. This makes the battery easy to install and it is barely noticeable during transport to and from the track. A high discharge race of 20C makes for a lot of power while the pre-installed T-plug connector and XH balancer plug allows for easy charging and secure balancing.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]

October 29, 2015

RPM SCX10 front steering knuckles

RPM’s new steering knuckles for the Axial SCX10 are designed for the hardcore trailblazer that needs strength and durability to get them through the rugged backwoods without failing. The parts have been designed for strength by first beefing up the steering arm. Also the unnecessary inner tie rod hole was ditched and the amount of material around the remaining tie rod hole was increased. RPM then increased the size of the steering arm supporting ribs and increased the amount of material around the king pin bolt holes for added muscle and stability. The design also sees added clearance on the steering arm for the C-Hub retaining screw, allowing more steering throw without having to swap out to pricey C-Hubs or high-clearance steering knuckles. On top of that the slop in the king pin bolt holes was reduced by 0.13mm, improving steering accuracy and consistency.

Source: RPM [rpmrcproducts.com]

October 29, 2015

HB D413 +6mm chassis, Ackermann set & C-hubs

HPI Racing have new option parts for the HB D413 4WD off-road buggy available in the form of a +6mm main chassis, an Ackermann arm set and 15 degree caster blocks. Starting with the chassis, which was used by HB drivers such as Ty Tessmann during the recent IFMAR Worlds, the carbon fibre plate offers a 6mm longer wheelbase for increased stability and it must be used with the +3mm top front and rear top decks. Despite being longer the chassis is good for the use with the standard centre driveshafts. Other new parts include an optional steering Ackermann arm set made from carbon fibre as well as 15 degree caster blocks for the front of the buggy. The items help to fine-tune the steering characteristics for a variety of surfaces.

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October 29, 2015

Max Götzl team up with Xray

Xray have announced the signing of young and talented Czech off-road driver Max Götzl to their junior team. Max is a long time Xray supporter and a regular winner of the junior categories at national off-road events. Max says:

I’m very happy to be part of the team Xray. I have started with racing in 2009. During this time Xray have been producing the best products for us. With Xray’s cars I was able to grab several junior titles in different categories as well as finishing on podium among the best Czech drivers. I am very happy to be given this opportunity and hope this will help me to improve myself even more. I will race all the main races in Czech Republic including the XWS Czech Republic as well as some international events including EOS, Euros, etc.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]