New from Team Associated’s optional parts brand Factory Team are these Titanium Hex Adapter Front Axles for the RC10B6.4 buggy and truck series. The optional axles enable the RC10B6.4 chassis to add clamping hex adapters on the front axles. Made in light and durable titanium alloy, the front axles have a cross pin to allow racers to tune the width with 12mm blue aluminium clamping hex adapters.
Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]
The third round of the 5 round Springcup 2023 in Arendal, Norway, took place over the weekend with Daniel Kobbevik taking his second win of the championship having won the previous round. Issues in Q1 and Q3 the factory Schumacher driver started from 4th on the grid in the A-mains but it took just one lap for Kobbevik to take his LRP powered Schumacher LD2 to the front for the rest of the final with A2 and repeat of A1. With the overall win decided it was up to the rest of the field to fight for the two last places on podium in A3, and it was a thriller with 4 drivers, Daniel Tonnesen, Halvor Gran, Bastian Andreassen and Mats Isaksen, in contention for second place. Unfortunately Tonnesen was out early with some electronic problems, Bastian also made a mistake in the start, and that gave Halvor the chance to go away, they were almost on the same speed all the time, but Bastian started to catch up in the end, but a small mistake handed the control over to Halvor and he could secure the second place. That gave Bastian Andreassen the third place on podium.
Sweep has released its new Orbit 1:10 Offroad buggy rear tyre for outdoor oiled track or hard packed dirt track. Its new bar type patterns provide maximum forward bite with their all new M compound which improved longer lifespan and less ballooning on high speed. New M compounds are available in gold-M (ultra soft), yellow-M (super soft), Silver-M (soft), blue-M (medium).
Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]
New from VP-Pro are these RS-804 series of hard anodised aluminium pinion gears. Available in 15, 16 and 17 tooth options, these new style pinions are machined from 7075 aluminium and are intended for plastic spur gear use only.
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
LRP has released a new range of nitro racing specific oils under the branding Antix by LRP. Coming in a 60ml bottle, Hi-Flow Air Filter Oil will ensure you have a well oiled air filter, essential for the best possible engine protection and long engine life. The air filter oil achieves this through its high quality ingredients and the blue colouring makes checking the complete air filter lubrication especially easy. ANTIX by LRP After-Run Oil prevents oxidation of internal engine parts caused by the inevitable fuel and exhaust residues inside the engine after running, resulting in reduced performance and shortened engine life. Completing the initial range of oils is the 25ml bottle of Ball Bearing Oil 2 which is a new improved formulation of their previous high-quality, low-viscosity light-running oil.
Source: LRP [lrp.cc]
American offroad bodyshell manufacturer Leadfinger Racing has added to their A2 Tactic line up with the aftermarket body specifically designed to fit the Sworkz S14-4C (Carpet Edition) 1:10 4WD buggy. Following the recent release of the new 4wd buggy, customers immediately requested a body from Leadfinger that could offer up great looks and unmatched performance. The new A2 Tactic body is a super low-profile design that is built for speed. The perfectly raked windshield contours seamlessly to the roof line that includes an optional vent to help to keep electronics cooler. Finished off with a rear fin and spoiler, this combination delivers the perfect balance for stability and performance. There is no more concern for front wings that break or fall off during hard crashes. This wing securely mounts onto the front shock tower using both bulkhead screws. Also included are two of our newest and most popular ‘Sniper Medium Weight Turf Wings.’ These wings are molded from a thicker material that will provide lasting performance for a much longer period.
Following on from their TLR RF3, British specialist buggy manufacturer Willspeed has opened pre-orders for the Team Associated B6.4 version of their beautifully machined conversion kit. Progressing on a successful 4 years since the incarnation of the RF2 conversion platform, utilising the same principles and philosophies now proven they have taken the design back to basics to keep the same integral properties but improve on further adjustability, tunability and durability resulting in an all new RF3 platform. The Willspeed RF3 conversion platform was designed and manufactured by engineers and racers alike for the true ultimate in performance on medium to high traction surfaces and this release is sure to be big for them with Team Associated’s 1:10 Buggy a benchmark chassis in 2WD racing. Preorders are targeting to ship mid April.
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With the technical advances in RC racing the humble brush is still one of the best ways to clean your car and now Hudy has released a new Extra Resistant Cleaning Brush. Available in two sizes, large 2.5″ & medium 2.0″, it features unique stiffer fibre bristles with additional resistance against oil and chemicals. With a black composite handle finished with stylish Hudy pattern this is a product that will be a part of your pit table set-up for years.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
