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December 8, 2018

Prümper tops EWS International after Saturday

Saturday’s action at the 2018 EWS International concluded with Infinity’s Yannic Prümper atop the ranking lists in the Modified class. The German had started off the day with a second place in the opening qualifier, and backed that up with a TQ run in the evening’s Q3 round. Describing how the whole Infinity team had improved throughout the weekend, the multi-time podium-finisher at the event said that it had “started pretty bad, but we worked together and found pace again”. He won’t make any changes to his IF14 for tomorrow, but will use the free practice round scheduled in the morning to run in his second set of race tyres.

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December 8, 2018

Pro-Line PRO-Fusion SC 4WD short course truck

Coming from Pro-Line is their new PRO-Fusion SC 4×4 1/10th scale monster truck. The vehicle is based on the Pro-MT 4×4 platform and was designed from the ground up, delivering durability and performance while being very versatile. The truck comes as a Ready-To-Build Kit, so racers and bashers can build it to their specifications by following the included instruction manual. Owners can choose the body, tyres and wheels based on what their plan to do with the truck: Hardcore Bash with 2.8” Monster Truck tyres on 17mm 2.8” Wheels and a Monster Fusion body, or Race with short course tyres on 17mm SC wheels and a Flo-Tek Fusion body, The body and tyre options are almost limitless including True Scale and lowered Pro-Touring Street style making this an incredibly versatile platform. The Pro-Fusion SC 4×4 does not include a body, tyres, wheels, electronics, or all the tools required to build or maintain the truck but it handle today’s extreme brushless power systems, including insane 1/8th motor systems and 4S LiPo for extreme performance and fun.

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December 7, 2018

Bittydesign JP8HR 190mm touring car body shell

Bittydesign from Italy have introduced their new JP8HR 190mm touring car body shell. Building on the success of the popular JP8 body, the JP8HR offers the same ultra high downforce design but with improved mid-corner rotation for even faster cornering, all without compromising rear end stability. The body will excel on asphalt and carpet surfaces and it especially comes in handy on ETS and CRC-clad tracks. The lid is moulded from high-quality 0.75mm Lexan polycarbonate, it meets the 90g ETS rule and comes including stickers, window masks and wing mounting hardware.

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December 7, 2018

Arrma Typhon 4×4 3S BLX 1/8th off-road buggy

Arrma have introduced their new Typhon 4×4 3S BLX 1/8th scale off-road ready-to-run buggy. The vehicle builds on a composite tub chassis for easy maintenance and protection with an easy access power module assembly allowing to extract the brushless motor with the removal of just one screw. The centre shaft assembly is telescopic to assist with easy disassembly and is sprung-loaded to ensure it stays in position during use. The easy-access electronics module assembly can be taken out with the removal of only five screws. The module offers quick and easy access to the servo, electronic speed controller and receiver. The two-piece moulding comprises a lower box and upper lid that are sealed with high-quality rubber seals. The ESC and steering servo are attached to this moulding, whilst the receiver sits inside the waterproof box. Both the front and rear diff modules are also easy to access, ensuring that you spend more time bashing and less time in the workshop. Other features include large volume shock absorbers, durable composite suspension arms and hubs as well as waterproof electronics – including a 3200kV brushless motor and 100A-rated speed controller – a pre-decorated body shell and grippy dBoots tyres.

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December 7, 2018

Sunpadow sign Olly Jefferies

Sunpadow continue to bolster up their factory team with high-class drivers, with the latest addition being multi-time BRCA national champion, Olly Jefferies. The Schumacher driver maintained a clean sweep record in the 2018 nationals season and he will be using Sunpadow LiPo batteries from now on while also helping with R&D and marketing in Europe.

Source: Sunpadow [sunpadow.com]

December 7, 2018

RC Cars Cavalieri introduce new RC8B3.1 CF options

RC Cars Cavalieri from Germany has introduced new carbon fibre option parts for the Team Associated RC8B3.1 buggy in the form of a LiPo box and an air filter guard. The LiPo box is a direct replacement for the standard composite battery mount, offering improved protection from dust, stones and moisture. The box bolts into place using the original mounting positions and it is available now. Also new is a carbon fibre air filter guard that attaches to the RC8B3.1’s fuel tank, ensuring improved protection from spilled fuel or the fuel bottle’s nozzle.

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December 7, 2018

Arena Protoform D9 wing mount

Adding to their already released 3-D-printed wing mounts for for touring car body shells such as the Protoform Type-S, Mon-Tech Racer and Bittydesign JP8, is Arena RC Racing’s new Protoform D9 wing mount. The insert was designed to reinforce the wing stay area for improved durability in crashes while also helping with downforce as both the body and wing can be more securely fastened. The mounts come as pairs and their honeycomb design ensures a low overall weight.

Source: Arena RC Racing [facebook.com]

December 7, 2018

Samix TRX-4 312mm wheelbase high-clearance link kit

Coming from Samix and made for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck is a titanium 312mm wheelbase high-clearance link kit. The 10-piece set include all needed suspension links that are a direct fit with the standard TRX-4 rod ends. Machined from high-quality titanium material and coming laser-etched for looks the links ensure great durability and improved ground clearance.

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