Tuning Haus adds to their range of precision aluminum pinions with 48 pitch versions in a range of sizes ideal for multiple categories of racing. The gears run true and offer quality materials, precision machining, and aerospace-grade coating. A through hole for the set screw doubles the service life and security of the pinion/rotor fit. The pinions are available now in 25T to 35T sizes.
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Making his debut for Team Losi Racing this weekend at the JConcepts Summer Indoor Nationals in Chico, California, Ryan Maifield appears to be adapting quickly to his new equipment declaring himself happy with his early form at Outback Raceway. Having sent a shockwave through offroad racing circles with his mid season departure from long time sponsor Team Associated, the Arizona ace has travelled to the third race in the popular five race JConcepts Series well supported with TLR Senior Product Developer Frank Root and Joe Pillars of new electrics sponsor Team Orion both on hand to assist their new star signing.
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Made for the XB4 line of buggies are two new rear wing sets from Xray. Coming as 1.5mm or heavy-duty 2.0mm variant, the wings offer increased durability and lifespan compared to the kit wings. The greater stiffness also improves stability at high speeds making the wings, that come as pairs, ideal for modified class racing.
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You may know it or not but 2-times MotoGP World Champion Casey Stoner has found a new profession after retiring from the fun world of motorbike racing as he recently stepped into RC car racing. Casey will now up his game by exclusively using Hudy tools to wrench on his Yokomo 2WD and 4WD buggies as well as his Hong Nor Pro4 truck. Casey says:
Being a professional sportsmen learned me that if you want to be best you need to work with the best. I was truly impressed by the quality and easy to use of all the Hudy products and there is nothing else I want to use. Either you take your hobby & sport seriously or for fun, there is nothing better than Hudy.
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The latest vehicle to receive MIP’s Pucks 17.5 drive system treatment is X-Factory’s X-6 Cubed buggy. The Pucks drive system is an aluminium based drivetrain system which includes aluminium diff outdrives, aluminium C-CVD bones, and replaceable plastic orange wear Pucks that take the place of the standard steel pins. This combination greatly increases the longevity of the drivetrain and most importantly decreases the drivetrain’s overall rotating mass by nearly 50 percent, making it ideal for 17.5T stock racing. The decrease in weight directly results in quicker acceleration, deceleration, and lower motor temps. Included in the X-6 Cubed specific kit are also a ball diff set including a new thrust race and a set of blue thread gel, clear silicone and MIP grease.
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Available now from Yokomo Europe are chassis protective decals for the Yokomo B-Max4 III and B-Max2 buggy. The clear decals come printed with black graphics and they are made to prevent the chassis becoming overly scratched on abrasive track surfaces. Included in each package are two pre-cut decals.
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VP Pro introduce a new line of 1/10th buggy tyres for the use on ugh grip surfaces such as astro turf, carpet and grass. The Mad Runner is available as 2WD front, 4WD front and 2WD/4WD rear tyre and it makes use of popular and widely used tread patterns, such as a cut-rib design for the 2WD front and small pins for the 4WD front tyre. The Mad Runner will become available by end of August.
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Axial introduce their latest 1/10th scale off-road vehicle called the Yeti. The dedicated rock racing vehicle features a solid rear axle and independent front suspension and it is built to withstand the punishment of rock racing at a high level of performance. It’s distinct aesthetic and technical elements were inspired by full-size desert trucks and various off road vehicles. The Yeti is powered by a 3150KV 4-pole brushless motor and controlled by a 3S-compatible and waterproof speed controller. In the suspension department, the off-road racer is equipped with an IFS Independent Front Suspension system to help maintain high speed stability when running through a diverse range of terrain. Precision machined aluminum shocks are standard equipment and deliver smooth suspension movement for consistent handling. The package that also includes a factory-installed steering servo is rounded out by a 2-channel 2.4GHz radio system for glitch-free operation.
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