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November 8, 2017

Ripmax Extremo 1/10th 4WD rock crawler

Coming from Ripmax is the Extremo 1/10th 4WD RTR rock crawler. The vehicle features a composite tub chassis, long travel suspension components and it is powered by a 540-size brushed motor. The rock racer comes pre-assembled, including steering servo, speed controller, a 2200mAh 7.4V LiPo battery pack and a suitable wall charger along a 2.4GHz radio system. The kit is rounded out by a pre-decorated body shell with driver figure and grippy all-terrain tyres on beadlock-style wheels.

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November 8, 2017

Aerox Cougar KC/KD buggy body shell

UK Aerox distributor Schumacher has introduced a new body shell for the Cougar KC/KD 2WD buggy. The body is designed to improve the aero package of the Cougar KD and particularly KC models. It has a super sleek design, is 13 grams lighter than a standard kit body which greatly reduces the centre of gravity and the chances of traction roll on high grip surfaces. Michal Orlowski used it to great effect at the recent EOS in Poland claiming 4th place from 3rd on the grid and he says: “The new Aerox bodyshell feels great to drive. Car is more agile and rolls round less so it makes you feel more confident. That makes you faster on the track. And it looks awesome too!” The body is supplied in crystal clear polycarbonate with over-spray film, window masks and decal sheet.

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November 8, 2017

Garret takes JBRL Nitro Series Intermediate Buggy title

RC Tracks of Las Vegas played host to the season finale of the 2017 JBRL Nitro Series and in the Intermediate Buggy class it was Marcus Garrett (HB Racing) with the overall win. Marcus Garret and Cole Jenson (HB Racing) were separated by only 1 point going into the last round of the series. Marcus qualify 2nd and finished 4th in the class which helped clinch the championship from Cole Jenson 2nd and A.J. Schumacher (Team Associated) 3rd.

Source: HB Racing [hbracing.com] | Image: JBRL [jimmybabcock.com]

November 8, 2017

Colombian Electric On-Road Nationals finale – Report

The Colombian Electric On-Road National Championship recently concluded, with the finale being held at the Bima Racing Track in Bogota. Race organiser Rodrigo Salgado (ARC) took the title in the Touring Superstock 10.5T, showing a consistent performance during a weekend where the rain was always present. Rodrigo could take the TQ and a double A-win as Juan Pablo Torres (Xray) took the vice–championship title and Jairo Luna (ARC), managed to take the final spot on the podium after a good battle with Leonardo Buitrago (Tamiya).

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November 8, 2017

T-Works D817 & RGT8 graphite radio tray support mount

T-Works have introduced their new graphite radio tray support mount for the HB Racing D817, D817T and RGT8 kits. The set includes a complex radio tray stiffener machined from carbon fibre that braces the steering and throttle servo area while also reinforcing the receiver and receiver battery box. An additional lower brace further stiffens up the assembly. Included in kit is also a machined aluminium bushing and gold-anodised hardware.

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November 8, 2017

Hollander & Hill win at SARDA EP Off-road Nats finale

The last round of the 2017 SARDA National Series was held at Ultra Raceway in Pretoria, South Africa. It was a two day event with three heats of qualifying being held on the Saturday and three heats of mains being held on the Sunday. The track is an outdoor carpet surface with extremely high traction and this lead to some exciting high-speed racing for the weekend in all the various classes. 2WD Modified and 4WD Modified were action packed and it was Charles Hollander who took a TQ and 1st place in the A-mains and managed to keep the same pace going to take TQ and 1st place A-mains in 4WD. Charles also rounded the year as South African Champion in both Modified classes.

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November 8, 2017

RC Maker offroad digital camber & toe gauges

The latest in the line of RC Maker’s digital camber and toe gauges are two variants for 1/10th and 1/8th EP and GP off-road cars. They comprise of two different versions, one for 1/10th EP 2WD and 4WD buggies, and one for 1/8th EP and GP buggies and trucks. This allows to digitally measure the camber, camber gain and toe on all off-road vehicles. Consisting of an aluminium and carbon fibre construction, they are built to very tight tolerances accurate to within 0.01 degrees over a 4-degree range. This ensures precise and replicable camber and toe. The gauge itself features a backlit screen with big numbers for easy viewing in day and night, as well as “auto off” and “zero” functions to be able to zero to the setup board surface no matter what angle it is on. The gauge also features very easily replaceable AAA batteries and comes with a velvet storage pouch to keep it looking and functioning like new.

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November 7, 2017

JConcepts rubber parts tray

JConcepts have introduced their new rubber parts tray. The tray provides a platform for organisation with its detailed design, divided pockets and steady base weight. The tray is precision-moulded in a rubber material which shows well in any pit area with the available blue and black colour options. The grippy nature of the rubber allows the parts to stay rooted where they are placed. The tray has six, built-in positions to place a differential for builds or fluid fills and can accommodate 1/10th and 1/8th sized assemblies. The iconic Dirt-Web tread pattern is raised into the surface of the largest cubicle and JConcepts.net logos blaze the outer perimeter.

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