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January 13, 2017

MIP introduce metric & SAE nut drivers

MIP have introduced metric and SAE nut drivers sporting the company’s iconic orange amber handles. Both the metric and SAE drivers are available for pre-order now with the SAE tools only being made in case they find enough potential buyers, due to the decline of US standard hardware RC kits. The nut drivers will be made using heat-treated alloy steel tool tips with slim hex walls and deep bore to ensure they are usable even in the tightest of places. Laser engraving and coloured rings allow for easy identification while shorter lengths shanks minimise tool box space. Metric sizes available will be 4.0mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm, 7.0mm and 8.0mm while the planed SAE sizes include 3/16″, 1/14″ and 11/32″ tool. The wrenches will become available separately or as convenient combo package.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]

January 13, 2017

Serpent introduce new 4-pin & 3-pin clutch shoes

Coming from Serpent are a range of different clutch shoes for 4-pin and 3-pin clutches. All sets are available as 7075 and 6061 aluminium kits with the harder 7075 material offering more slip while the softer and black anodised 6061 shoes grip with a bit more emphasis. The sets fit the respective clutch assemblies with the standard 4-shoe offering is a bit more aggressive while the 3-shoe clutch engages smoother. Additionally Serpent also offers a 3-shoe carbon fibre set that allows to mix the different materials for even finer clutch tuning. All clutch shoes are usable with buggies, truggies and GT cars.

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January 13, 2017

Patrick Hofer doubles at 2017 Winterchamps

The annual Winterchamps event was held in Hohenems, Austria with about 160 entries for the three classes of 4WD Buggy, 2WD Buggy and Stadium Truck. The weekend kicked off with two rounds of free practice, two round of timed practice as well as the opening two qualifiers. Ultimately Team Associated’s Patrick Hofer would grab the TQ after the qualifiers in the 4WD and Stadium Truck class while Fabian Widmer (Yokomo) came out fastest in 2WD. The 4WD finals then saw Patrick taking commanding wins in A1 and A2 to take the overall win from the Xray duo of Nico Schmid and Philip Jeisy. The 2WD finals saw some intense battles for the lead and after a bobble of Patrick in the minefield section, Fabian Widmer took his first Winterchamps victory from Patrick in second and Nico Schmid (Xray) in third.

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January 13, 2017

Mckune Design RB6.6 carbon fibre shock towers

Coming from Mckune Design and made for the Kyosho RB6.6 2WD buggy are three new carbon fibre shock towers. Machined from high-quality 4mm USA-made carbon fibre, the towers are available in stock geometry as well as a plus 2mm front tower for more up travel. The parts are a direct fit and they are available now.

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January 13, 2017

O.S. Engines sign up Sahashi brothers

O.S. Engines have announced the signing of former Picco factory drivers Tadahiko and Yuya Sahashi to their team. 2013 IFMAR 1/8th On-road World Champion Tadahiko, and Yuya, third place finisher at the 2015 Worlds, will utilise O.S. Speed engines in their forthcoming campaign that will include appearances at the Japanese National championships and of course the IFMAR 1/8th On-road Worlds in France.

Source: O.S. Engines [osspeed.com]

January 13, 2017

DKT Revolver Evo III 2-speed gearbox

Italian company DKT have introduced the Revolver Evo III 2-speed SuperGT gearbox. The assembly features a number of refinements such as a new main shaft for improved durability and less vibrations while a new hardening process and other details on the 2-speed assembly make for more reliable performance even in long mains. The gearbox is available separately or including a centax or centrifugal-style clutch bell and it fits a range of belt-driven GT chassis.

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January 13, 2017

HB Racing D817 nitro buggy – Teaser

HB Racing have released a first teaser for their forthcoming D817 1/8th nitro buggy kit. The buggy that helped HB Racing’s David Ronnefalk to win the 2016 IFMAR Nitro Buggy World Championship title is expected to show some relevant updates compared to its predecessor, the D815V2, with David’s Worlds winning hybrid buggy offering a first taste of what to expect.

Source: HB Racing [hbracing.com]

January 13, 2017

Protoform WCICS Rd3 – Report

The Protoform Western Canadian Indoor Championship Series round 3 brought racing excitement to the small town of Airdrie, Alberta. Hosted by Karz, it was a warm winter weekend for racing. The third event, but the first time in Alberta running the new AAA main finals format; with racers enjoying two to three times the racing on Sundays, and AAA consistency quickly becoming the major focus for racers. Team Associated’s Peter Toszer dominated the first two legs of the Touring Modified A-mains with Xray’s Ryan Rice and Awesomatix’s Korgae Scales taking second spots. Top privateer Josh Carter took the final A main, setting the final results as Peter, Korgae and Josh.

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