April 13, 2015

JConcepts Scorpios all-terrain SC tyre

JConcepts Scorpios all-terrain SC tyre

JConcepts unveils an all new SCT all-terrain tyre. The Scorpios, with a scale looking tread and tough realistic profile resemble a full scale tyre with the padded arrangement of the knit tread making the tyre ideal for transitioning from the hard road to dirt and then into rocky and uneven terrain. Once power is applied to the vehicle, the tread spacing opens up which allows for some deep digging making it a great working tyre in dirt and muddy conditions. Each tread block has finely cut edges with a healthy radius where the block meets the tyre body. Each block features slight cuts on top to open up and create some sling space while the outer most lug extends down the sidewall to stiffen the upper carcass and increase the pinch grip. The flexibility of the compound combined with the close arrangement gives the tyre a grippy feel but still maintains that all important look. The height provides plenty of ground clearance for an abundance of terrain and internal grid ribbing help maintain its upright structure during hard loads and on power bursts. The tyres include a closed cell insert capable of standing up the super soft compound but flexible enough for sharp terrain and they come in green compound as tyre and insert only or pre-glued on Traxxas Slash compatible Hustle wheels.

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April 13, 2015

Luca Albanese wins 4WD class at Trofeo Race

Luca Albanese wins 4WD class at Trofeo Race

The first round of the Trofeo Race series was held this past weekend in Italy. When the dust settled it was Luca Albanese (Intech) who took the win in the 4WD Buggy class from Ricardo De Vita (PR) and Marco Laghezza (Team C) who rounded out the podium in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Source: Intech [intechracing.com]


April 13, 2015

John Agus wins at Jakarta Buggy Championship Rd1

John Agus wins at Jakarta Buggy Championship Rd1

The opening round of the Jakarta Regional Buggy Championship was held last Sunday at the Graha Raya Track in Serpong, West Java. The race format saw three rounds of 10 minute qualifying with the best two to count, bump up finals and dual A-mains with a points system. Jason Nugroho took the TQ after the qualifiers and he started from pole position into the opening final but at the end it was John Agus who took the win in the A-mains from Indra Liono and Jason Nugroho who had two mixed finals.

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April 13, 2015

Jiri Mara wins at Czech Open race

Jiri Mara wins at Czech Open race

The Czech 1/8th off-road outdoor season kicked off this past weekend with the Czech Open race. In the 1/8th Nitro Buggy class it was Jiri Mara (Serpent) who took the win after ending the qualifiers on the TQ spot and starting main final from pole position. Jan Samis (Mugen) came in 2nd while Tomas Kapicka (Kyosho) rounded out the top 3 result.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]


April 11, 2015

MIP TLR 22-series ball diff rebuild kit

MIP TLR 22-series ball diff rebuild kit

Coming from MIP and made for all TLR 22-series vehicles is a ball differential rebuild kit. It includes all necessary components to completely freshen up a diff without having to source several different part numbers. Part of the package are MIP modified diff rings, hardened thrust race washers, 3/32″ chrome steel balls, 5/64″ chrome steel thrust washer balls, a diff spring, a 2-56 x .925 diff screw shoulder, a moulded T-nut, diff thrust cover and a cup of diff lube and grease.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]


April 10, 2015

DE Racing SpeedLine Plus SC wheels

DE Racing SpeedLine Plus SC wheels

New from DE Racing come their SpeedLine Plus wheels for 1/10th short course trucks. The wheels promise maximum corner control and stability by utilizing DE Racing’s “Sure Lock” foam retention system. This system, comprising of radial ribs that lock the wheel and foam insert together, retains maximum tyre traction to the racing surface while eliminating the vague inconsistencies that come from an insert that is free to move around on its wheel. The rims, that also incorporate a glue channel for clean tyre install, fit most 2.2″/3.0″ short course tyres and they come in yellow, black or white colour.

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April 10, 2015

JConcepts LiL Chasers 1/10th SC tyre

JConcepts LiL Chasers 1/10th SC tyre

JConcepts’ new LiL Chasers for 1/10th short course trucks rely on a tread scaled down from the original Chasers. Small, rectangular lugs which are angular in multiple directions give the SCT tyre the ultimate bite for outdoor racing. The tyres have a lower, closer lug arrangement which gives responsiveness and bites in medium, high and low grip conditions. The wet and dry condition tyre has small recessed cuts in the top of the tread for extra edges and increased formability over terrain. The centre overlapping bar treatment increases durability in the highest wear region of the tyre. The super soft green compound will allow the tyre to grip in the most demanding conditions while offering great durability. The tyres include the Dirt-Tech insert and they come as tyre including insert or pre-mounted on SCTE-compatible 12mm hex Hazard wheels.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


April 10, 2015

Serpent Cobra 2.2 1/8th nitro buggy kit

Serpent Cobra 2.2 1/8th nitro buggy kit

Following yesterday’s introduction of the updated Cobra-Be Serpent now also release information on an upgraded variant of the Cobra nitro buggy. The version 2.2 includes new V2 rear uprights, V2 wheel axles, 98mm driveshafts, wheel axle rubber boots and a 2.3mm front anti-roll bar. Also included with the latest version come the long wheelbase Plus 4 aluminium chassis, a longer rear aluminium chassis brace, a longer rear centre driveshaft, hard coated shock caps and 14 degree aluminium C-hubs. The kit is available from now on.

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