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April 6, 2015

RSD RX4-15 carbon fibre main chassis

Reflex Racing introduce the all-new RSD RX4-15 chassis for the Xray T4 2015 touring car. It is made from RSD 3K weave and available in a medium hardness 2.0mm and hard 2.25mm variant. The shape profiles for the chassis have been developed with a focus to provide a more consistent feel and less tyre overheating over a run. The design takes flex away from the bulkheads and moves it towards the centre which results in a more stable car that is easier to drive at high speed. Being made from “Quasi” carbon, which is stiffer due to the construction of the material, makes the 2.0mm chassis stiffer than the stock unit and the 2.25mm much stiffer. The 2.0mm chassis is recommended for most conditions, whether asphalt or carpet, with the 2.25mm being best used only in extreme high-grip situations.

Source: Reflex Racing [reflexracing.net]

April 3, 2015

Exclusive – Making the Xray NT1’15

Exclusive – Making the Xray NT1'15

Following our exclusive interview with Xray’s on-road designer Martin Hudy about the forthcoming NT1’15 nitro touring car we now have a more in-depth article from Xray in which Martin explains the challenges of making an already proven car even better.

Read the full exclusive article here

April 3, 2015

Loran Whiting joins Capricorn

Italian company Capricorn has announced the signing of Loran Whiting to their team for the 2015 season. She will be debuting her Capricorn cars at the ROAR On-Road Fuel Nationals and she had the following to say:

I am very happy and excited for the opportunity to join the Capricorn team for the 2015 season. I have been with Xray USA/RCAmerica for a long time and appreciate the help they have given to me and my family over the years. I am really looking forward to debuting my Capricorn cars at the 2015 ROAR On-Road Fuel Nationals. Thanks so much to Rino Lino and Patrizio Rossi for the great opportunity.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

April 3, 2015

2015 ROAR Carpet On-Road Nationals – Report

The 2015 Roar Carpet On-Road Nationals were held at Horsham RC, one of the top permanent carpet facilities in the nation. The track layout was fast and flowing and made for some great racing over the course of the four day event. In the Modified Touring Car class it was Kevin Hebert who set the early pace in practice and qualifying but In the end the TQ went to Paul Lemieux. In the finals it was also Lemieux who was able to win A1 and A2 and take the title with Kevin Hebert finishing 2nd and the speedy Andrew Hardman rounding out the podium.

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April 3, 2015

Novarossi EFRA2122 3-chamber exhaust pipe

Novarossi have a new exhaust pipe for 1/8th nitro on-road cars available. The EFRA2122 pipe is of a 3-chamber design, it comes with a polished finish and it is EFRA and IFMAR legal.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]

April 2, 2015

New Tesla exhaust sets & accessories

Capricorn introduce new exhaust sets for 1/8th and 1/10th scale nitro on-road cars as well as general accessories such as glow plugs, a case for small parts and blue colour silicone gaskets. Starting with the exhausts, the EFRA2129 is an 1/8th scale pipe while the EFRA2683 fits 1/10th scale .12 engines. Both sets include the muffler and a suitable manifold. As for the accessories, Capricorn have Tesla-branded Turbo-style glowplugs, a 21-compartment assortment case and blue silicone engine and exhaust gaskets available.

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April 2, 2015

R31 House GRK Global 1/10 rear motor 4WD drift car

The R31 House GRK Global is a new 1/10th scale 4WD rear motor drift chassis that will hit the stores soon. The car offers a new suspension geometry and aeration style shocks for improved car control, it features an easy access aluminium motor mount and a rack-type steering assembly. Carbon fibre upper and lower decks reduce the overall weight to a minimum while 4-point stabilised gearboxes improve the drivetrain efficiency. Along with the release of the kit comes a range of aluminium option parts to further customise the car.

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April 2, 2015

Daniele Ielasi renews with Matrix

Italian company Matrix announce the re-signing of former World and European Champion Daniele Ielasi for the 2015 season. The 37 years old RC legend will keep on working closely with Matrix, not only representing the brand on the racetracks, but also helping with development and production.

Source: Matrix [matrixtires.it]