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August 30, 2022

JConcepts Radial NMB bearing sets

JConcepts has introduced new Radial NMB bearing sets as an upgrade to the standard kits bearings that come with most buggy kits. They are built to last with NMB bearing quality, stainless steel materials, and precise tolerances. Available in a variety of sets to meet different kit demands, the Radial bearings are already proven with Ryan Maifield TQ’ing and winning the 1:8 Pro Buggy class at the largest RC event on record at the 2022 Psycho Nitro Blast in Tennessee using the JConcepts Radial bearings set for the Mugen MBX8-R. The sets are also offered for Team Associated’s RC8B4/RC8B4e and HB Racing’s D819RS/D8T Evo as well as the E819RS.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

August 30, 2022

T-Works OS Engine Carburettors Sealing Ring

T-Works have released these new aluminium carburettor boot sealing rings for OS Engines. The rings come in two option, the S version suitable for OS’s new carburettor and the L version for the older model carburettors. The ring can effectively prevented oil leakage after installation.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

August 30, 2022

Avid AE 2.0 & 2.5mm thick 13mm Pistons

Avid Racing Concepts has introduced new machined 13mm pistons for the new Team Associated’s 13mm shocks in two, 2.0mm and 2.5mm, thickness. They offer a conventional setup but with a perfectly machined round piston and square 90° edges for a tight-fitting piston that has little blow-by creating more pack on jumps. The AE piston has a slightly rounded outer edge and the holes are chamfered which results in harder landings. Over the years Avid have developed a process of keeping all the edges sharp with little to no burrs to keep your confidence high when landing big jumps. The 2.0mm thickness allows the piston to be smoother in bumps but at the cost of bottoming out on big jumps, for those use our 2.5mm thick pistons. Each piston a single dimple if you want to add a small 1.0mm bleeder hole to give the car more bite on slow corners (Blank pistons include 4 dimples.). Each package includes 2 pistons inside a Doodad container printed with AVID logo.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

August 29, 2022

T-Works RC8 B4 Rear Brace

T-Works has produced this rear brace for Team Associated’s World Champion RC8 B4 1:8 Offroad kit. Machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and having a black anodised finish, it is intended to give greater chassis rigidity and strength.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

August 29, 2022

Gil Losi Snr – RIP

It is with sadness that we report the death of one of the great pioneers of RC racing, Gil Losi Snr. Gil Snr was one of the founders of Team Losi Racing, a company that would become an iconic manufacturer in the world of RC racing. It all started in the 80’s with their first product, a 64 pitch spur gear, and as they say ‘the rest is history’. Gil Snr (pictured with the late Brian Kinwald) also played a huge part in the careers of some of the sport’s biggest names with Adam Drake one of those to quickly pay tribute to Gil “Pops” Losi. Drake posted on his social media, ‘It’s incredibly difficult to process the news about Gil “Pops” Losi. Pops was one of the most kind, passionate, and caring people I’ve ever met. He gave me an opportunity at a very young age to represent his brand and eventually move to California to start my career in the R/C industry. I’m so grateful for the time I was able to have spent with Pops over the years at the races, working together, and at BBQ’s. I’ll always remember the good times and your passion for cars, racing, family. Red RC would like extend our condolences to the Losi family – RIP Gil.

Image: Adam Drake [Facebook]

August 29, 2022

STRC CNC machined option parts for Axial

ST Racing Concepts is bringing their years of experience in producing high quality and budget friendly option parts to a new line of Axial SCX24 option parts that marks their first entry into the mini/micro crawler segment. The CNC Machined Aluminium Motor Plate for the SCX24 features a large built in heatsink that helps draw heat away from the motor to keep the motor running strong. The CNC Machined Brass diff cover helps add more weight to the lower parts of the SCX24. To maintain the precision of the bearing fitment in the diff cover, the bearing holes are drilled after all finishing process have been done to achieve tight tolerance. The Rear Brass Axle Truss upper link mount also help add a bit more weight to anchor the rear of the SCX24 during climbs and providing more durability as well.

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August 29, 2022

Clean sweep for Orlowski at British Nationals finale

Michal Orlowski wrapped up the British 1:10 Offroad National Championships in style over the weekend when he completed a clean sweep at the season finale at Robin Hood Raceway. With both title’s having been decided at the previous encounter, Orlowski claiming the 4WD title and Associated’s Neil Cragg the 2WD crown, it didn’t deter the Polish driver from adding to his season’s winning tally. On Saturday the factory Schumacher driver secured the TQ before going on to take win number 3 of the season ahead of team-mate Josh Holdsworth with the Associated of Tommy Hall third. Sunday was to be a repeat performance in 4WD. While Yokomo’s Lee Martin topped Q1, Orlowski would go fastest in the next 3 rounds of qualifying. From the TQ, the former European Champion won all three A-Mains for another Schumacher 1,2, Ben Smith finishing 2nd, with Martin completing the Round 6 podium.

Image: Michal Orlowki [Facebook]

August 26, 2022

Avid Large Carbon Fibre Pit Board

If you are looking for a large set-up surface then Avid has you covered with their new ‘Monster size’ pit board large enough for 1:8 trucks. The Avid Large Carbon Fibre Pit Board is a perfectly flat surface measuring 600 x 500mm (Roughly 24 x 20″). It comes with a chamfered top edge, large rounded corners, matte finish, and the Avid logo machined into the surface.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]