Hiro Seiko have new titanium hex socket screw kits for the Yokomo B-Max4 III, the Xray XB4 and XB4 2WD as well as the Team Durango DEX410v4 available. The sets are made as a direct replacement for the stock steel screws, they save weight, add durability and a certain amount of bling to the chassis.
Source: Hiro Seiko [hiro-seiko.com]
The organisers of the Gran Prix Russia announce of the third running of their annual international indoor off-road event. The race will be held in Moscow from the 11th to the 13th of April on a carpet covered track measuring 30×18 meters. So far the event attracted 200 entries, there are still places available so if you are interested you can enter. The race will feature top racers from Russia, Asia and Europe to battle it out in 8 electric classes covering OffRoad 1:18, OffRoad 1:10, OffRoad 1:8. For more information feel free to swing over to the official website by clicking here.
Team Associated have first option parts for the new B5 2WD buggy available in the form of two lightweight aluminium screw sets. Available for both the B5 and B5M the kits contain several blue anodised aluminium screws with countersunk and button heads to replace the original black steel fasteners with lighter and cooler looking items.
Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]
Tekno RC announce new TiNi-coated rear shock shafts for the NT48 nitro truggy and ET48 electric truggy. The shafts feature a Titanium-Nitride coating to ensure the smoothest operation in any condition. The surface treatment also provides improved strength and surface properties that allow the shaft to travel with less friction through the shock unit. The result is improved jump landing, bump handling and better consistency throughout a race. The shafts are sold in pairs and are available now.
Source: Tekno [teknorc.com]
JConcepts has dropped an additional option for C4.2 owners with the release of the narrow rear pivot suspension kit. The C4.2 comes stock with a slightly wider rear suspension pivot geometry which allows the vehicle to react appropriately in extremely high-grip conditions. However, when the traction is lower, additional swing is needed in the rear-end and justifies the narrow rear pivot suspension. By decreasing the size of the camber link, inner pivot virtual rectangle, the buggy transitions left to right quicker, applying force against the rear tires giving that moment of forgiveness. Drivers feel more confident as traction breaks allowing them to power down slightly quicker transitioning into a forward moment. This setup is especially good in medium to high traction conditions which drivers see on outdoor and indoor tracks throughout the year. The narrow pivot mounts must be used in conjunction with the #2323 C4.2 rear suspension kit to take full advantage of the rear suspension geometry. All parts, such as the front and rear plates and the pivot bushings are also available separately.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
During last week’s International Toyfair in Nuremberg Tamiya introduced their latest competition 4WD buggy in the form of the TRF503. Building on the design elements of the TRF511, the buggy features a new, long wheelbase aluminium chassis and a redesigned motor mount that shifts the motor 10mm forward and closer to the centre line for improved chassis roll and steering characteristics. Also new are a 12 degree front kick-up plate, new aluminium belt pulleys, a “floating” servo mount as well as updated front and rear carbon fibre shock towers, new front and rear bulkheads and updated front and rear driveshafts.
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Round 1 of the Team Losi Racing Winter Series took place this past weekend at Revelation Raceway. TLR driver Adam Drake TQ’ed both rounds of qualifying in 1/8th expert buggy and truck. Drake checked out in the 25 minute buggy final and won by two laps. In the 20 minute truck final Drake powered away from the competition again to take the win.
Thanks to Adam Drake for sending the report.
Sweep Racing are currently working on a new bodyshell for the Mugen MBX7 1/8th buggy. The shell makes use of Sweep’s distinctive “Birdie” design that incorporates an extreme cabin shape with a steep angled and quite narrow windshield while the cab itself sits in a very forward position. Pronounced and heavily angled sidepods and loads of free space around the engine’s cooling head are other features of the body. Sweep does has not given a release date yet but expect the body to hit the stores soon.
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