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January 7, 2019

Davide Ongaro sweeps 2019 One Race One Man

The IBR Padova track in Italy played host to the 2019 One Race One Man event this past weekend. The race attracted some of Europe’s fastest 1/8th off-road racers to kick off the 2019 racing season. Team Associated’s Davide Ongaro was the man to beat all weekend as the 2018 IFMAR World Champion was in control of things in both the qualifiers and semi finals, lining up on the 1 spot for the main final. Right from the start Davide would separate from the field and he eventually took the win with a one-lap margin from Kyosho’s Riccardo Berton in 2nd and Xray’s Marco Baruffolo in 3rd. Matt Polita (Kyosho) came in 4th as Reno Savoya completed the top 5 for TLR.

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January 7, 2019

Samix SCX10 II forward adjustable battery tray

Samix have introduced their new forward adjustable batter tray kit for the Axial SCX10 II trail truck. Using the kit lowers the truck’s overall centre of gravity while allowing to mount the battery further forward in the chassis, improving climb performance. The battery tray is made of high-quality aluminium and it comes in three different colours including green, black and gun metal.

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January 7, 2019

T-Works T4 adjustable battery holder set

T-Works have introduced an adjustable battery holder set for the Xray T4 touring cars. The set consists of machined L-shaped carbon fibre battery locators as well as brass and aluminium stoppers that incorporate a lash to route battery tape above the chassis, rather than having to run it underneath the main plate. The result is more reliable and secure battery mounting while giving the ability to easily add weight, when running the brass battery stops, if needed. The set also includes easy to adjust backstops that locate the battery pack, allowing to shift it forth and back slightly. The set includes all needed hardware and it fits the 2017 to 2019 variants of the the T4.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

January 7, 2019

Corner Speed RC EU limited edition turnbuckle tool

Corner Speed RC and MonacoRC have introduced the EU limited edition turnbuckle tool that will fit Xray T4’15 to ’19 as well as Yokomo BD8’18 and BD9 kits. Base on the very popular previous variant, the new tool features a laser engraved logo for professional looks. Two marking letters – X and Y – representing Xray and Yokomo have also been added, making it easier to identify the two different ball cup holder slots. Every single tool has been manually matched for the smoothest operation. Even more special, MonacoRC will offer a limited free custom name engraving service for the first buyers.

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January 5, 2019

Samix SCX10 II short front alloy bumper mount

Coming from Samix is their new short aluminium front bumper mount for the Axial SCX10 II trail truck. The item comes machined from high-quality aluminium and it incorporates an adjustable servo mount, relocating the steering servo to the front of the vehicle while maintaining the correct steering geometry. The mount is usable with most standard-size servos and aluminium servo washers allow for a more secure mounting. The bumper mount is available in three different colours and it sports a laser-etched logo for looks.

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January 4, 2019

Mon-Tech M-Truck 2.0 truck body shell

Mon-Tech Racing from Italy have introduced their all-new M-Truck 2.0 truck body shell for 190mm touring car chassis. The body utilises only three parts – the base, cabin and rear wing, making it both lightweight and durable and it incorporates details such as a mock-up engine and the ability to fine-tune the wing setting for low and high downforce. The shape ensures it can be mounted on all kinds of touring car chassis without having to cut the front bumper and it is made of high-quality 0.75mm polycarbonate. Included with the body set come window masks, a decal sheet and the needed assembly hardware.

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January 4, 2019

Protoform sign Yugo Nagashima

Protoform have announced the addition of Japanese electric on-road frontrunner, Yugo Nagashima to their race team. The Destiny factory driver went on an absolute tear in 2018, winning National Championships in Japan, Canada and Australia as well as major victories at the Snowbird Nationals, U.S. Indoor Champs, the Speed King Tout and the Asian Onroad Championships. Many of these big wins came with Protoform race bodies but after being a free agent in terms of body shells, Yugo now officially joined the international Protoform team. Yugo had this to say about the deal:

I am really happy to be a part of Team Protoform! Soon I will post some information and tech tips too to help out all customers. See you at the track!

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]

January 4, 2019

Schumacher GP Series Rd2 – Report

The Schumacher GP Series round 2 was held at MB Models last weekend. A full entry of racers to the maximum capacity MB can hold split between GT12 and Touring cars. GT12 would run on Contact green stripe control tyres and Touring on Sorex 28RK’s ensuring a level playing field for all the drivers. In Touring Cars Schumacher’s top man Olly Jefferies was a class above all day, he led the way with a TQ and comfortable victory. Schumacher’s Marcus Askell and Chris Ashton would battle out for the 2nd and 3rd spots. It was Marcus who came out on top in the final by just .184 of a 2nd. A big shout out to youngster Morgan Thompson who had a great run to 4th from 5th on the grid.

Continue reading the report here