Teamsaxo has launched a series of parts to allow the user to convert their F1 to Le-Mans spec chassis. The first set features most of the parts required to convert the front end of most main brand F1 cars to Le-Mans. The second set is to convert Teamsaxo’s own F1 chassis rear end to Le-Mans style.
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Hotties tires by JConcepts were created to look and perform the part of a performance Drag Racing tire without compromising grip. The rear tire has an inspired look with a wide-body footprint so the driver can feel the straight-line forward stability while the front tire features revolved cuts so the driver can feel the straight-line stability both with very light rolling resistance. The 2.2 x 3.0″ size makes it convenient to fit a host of SCT sized wheel options including the JConcepts (#3387B) StarTec wheel design.
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The 2nd annual Protoform Cup ran this weekend at beautiful Steel City R/C Speedway in Fontana, California. A great field of drivers from Southern and Northern California, Arizona, Texas, and Nevada tackled a special layout designed specifically for electric cars across 6 classes: Mod & Stock Touring, USGT, F1, PRO-10 and a new addition to the American on-road scene, 1:8 Electric. Practice Friday was followed by 3 rounds of qual points Saturday and Triple Finals for all racers on Sunday. A couple unique aspects of this race were handout fixed-timing motors for the three spec classes, provided by Reedy, and a strict limit on how the Solaris spec tires were used, to eliminate all “tire games” and force all drivers to drive hard every round on the track. The weather was unseasonably cool with high’s in the low-mid 80s F (27 C) for the event, which was definitely welcomed by racers.
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Schumacher Racing have announced the surprise signing of 11 time British National Champion Olly Jefferies to their pro race team. The multiple ETS and IFMAR Worlds ‘A’ finalist has penned a multi year agreement starting from 1st of September 2018. Olly is renowned not only for his exceptional driving talent but also his huge dedication and determination to win and he will be mainly concentrating on Touring Cars but will also run some LMP12 and be working closely with the Schumacher R&D Team to refine their range of On Road platforms. Olly had the following to say:
I’m extremely excited to be joining Schumacher Racing and working closely with the factory. I’m confident we can build something great together and feel at this point in my career this is the perfect opportunity for me to progress and win at the highest level. I’d like to thank Team Xray and the Hudy family for the support they have given me over the past 5 seasons, I wish them all the best for the future.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
The 4th round of 1/8 Czech Nationals took place last weekend in Skripov. The track is known for its bumpy, technical layout with some unique features (and it always rains there). This year Nationals weren’t any exception and Friday open practice was very soon cut short because of rain. On Saturday morning racers arrived to a flooded track and everybody thought the race was done, but the organisers decided we shall carry on.
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HRC Racing have introduced a 1/8 version of its popular tire warmers, especially designed for 1/8 rally-game or 1/8 buggy or any other class with similar size tire diameter. The adjustable tire warmer features velcro strips to hold them in place and is power by a 7.4 to 12 volt battery allowing the user to heat the warmers within a range of 30 to 80 degrees C. The controller can also be unplugged from the warmers when the tires get up to temperature removing the need to bring everything onto the track before set down.
Source: HRC [hrcdistribution.com]
Infinity has released a weight saving 85 piece titanium and aluminium screw set for their IF14 Electric Touring Car. Weighing in at around 19g, the set is 50% lighter than the kit’s standard steel screws. The titanium screws included in the set are for the lower chassis plate where strength is most important with the aluminium screws intended for use where low centre of gravity and the lightest possible weight is advantageous. In addition, the aluminium screws optimise the chassis balance and flexibility. The screw set is offered in two colour options with the aluminium screws available in black or red.
Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]
Last weekend saw the BRCA Clubman’s Championship headed to the Midlands for Round 6 at Stafford RCMCC. Not the biggest of tracks on the Racing calendar but a real favourite of the Clubman’s racers as it’s quite challenging and when you get it right you are greatly rewarded. There was a near full entry for race day and there were also 60 plus drivers practicing on Saturday, this shows that this series is so popular as we only had two rounds of the championship remaining. For practice day we had seven timed runs for all classes in heat order, so plenty of opportunity to adjust to track conditions. The usual three classes were running, 17.5 Blinky, 13.5 Open and Formula One.
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