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November 3, 2022

Vejrak “just excited to race again” as WC returns to scene of his 2012 World title.

This week drivers from around the world are setting off on their travels to Asia and more specifically Bangkok, Thailand after a longer than usual 4-year wait between World Championships. The 2022 IFMAR World Championship for 1:10 Nitro Touring Car is returning to RC Addict in the capital city exactly a decade after hosting the event when it had a fairytale finish. Not really featuring on anyone’s radar when he made his World’s debut in the USA 2 years earlier, in 2012, Bangkok born & bred racer Meen Vejrak took the title. Winning a World title is a thing of dreams but winning it on home soil surrounded by those who supported you from your very first days of racing takes it to an even higher emotional level. It turned out 2012 was a special year for ‘local boy done good’ as a few months earlier we witnessed Jilles Groskamp become ISTC World Champion at the very track on which he honed his skills as a kid. With the Worlds returning to his home track and his name coming up as one that is expected to be in the mix, Meen isn’t phased by the pressure but instead is relishing the opportunity saying, ‘I’m just excited to race again’.

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November 2, 2022

Exotek V2 Pro wheelie bar

Exotek Racing has released Version 2 of their popular Pro wheelie bar sets for the DR10M and Team Associated’s B6.4 B6.3 series with a version for TLR’s 22 5.0 on the way. The extra long 3mm thick carbon fibre wheelie bar can extend to 14.5″ long. The set includes heavy duty machined titanium turnbuckle that controls the height and angle of the bar and a new heavy duty alloy mounting base. The wheelie bar is now hinged for easier height adjustments and allows for the use of a single optional shock (coming soon) in place of the turnbuckle to create a ‘suspension’ bar. A new updated double bearing alloy wheel holds in the new wider and stronger foam tire. The new caged mounting plate protects the tire and wheel and insures straight line performance.

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November 1, 2022

Hot Race Masters Round 3, Greece – Report

Last weekend, a 3-day event took place in R2 Club Speedway in Spata, Greece where ISTC World Champion Ronald Volker was in attendance thanks to the invite from the R2 Club Speedway team. Almost 30 participants were in attendance across 2 classes: Touring Modified and Stock while many Greek RC fans came to watch the race. Ronald was also very helpful and gave a lot of advice to the drivers in the race.

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November 1, 2022

OfficinaRC X4’23 Billionaire, Bella Vita and Dolce Vita kits

World Champion brand OfficinaRC has released their Billionaire, Bella Vita and Dolce Vita kits for the new Xray X4 ’23. All the pieces of the kits are made in Italy with TiAl6V4 Titanium to ensure the best possible product on the market, making the work on the car much faster and more effective. The highest quality titanium used is practically indestructible ensuring endurance and reliability. The Billionaire kit offers the complete transformation of your X4 ’23 to titanium with the 34 piece Bella Vita kit a middle option and the 14 piece Dolce Vita kit covering the key ball studs.

Source: OfficinaRC [officinarc.com]

November 1, 2022

Iconic turnbuckle manufacturer Lunsford Racing closes

It is an iconic brand and one that featured prominently during many A-Main driver introductions over the years, but Lunsford Racing is closing its business with founder Kelly Lunsford retiring. The American company was famed for their Grade 5 titanium turnbuckles that features on the cars of many of the greatest drivers in the sport. Having run news of their many top quality titanium products over the years we would like to wish Kelly and Barb all the best in their retirement.

Source: Lunsford [lunsfordracing.com]

November 1, 2022

MST New generation RMX 2.5 RTR

RC Drift specialist manufacturer MST has unveiled the upcoming release of its new generation RMX 2.5RTR 1:10 RWD drift car. The entry-level professional drift car features a new configuration and optimised settings to give enhanced performance and make for easier operation. With the car coming already set-up and ready to drift out of the box, it will be offered in both a brushed and brushless motor option with MST to announce more specific details shortly.

Source: MST [rc-mst.com]

October 31, 2022

1up Racing Pro Duty Lockdown Head titanium screws

1up Racing has added to its line of Pro Duty Titanium, with these new Lockdown Head screws. When you’re looking for added security, the Pro Duty Titanium Screws with Lockdown Head are just what you need. Perfect for high-demand areas that typically use a screw and washer such as motors, servos, body accessories and so on. Replace the bulky setup with these extra-sleek Lockdown Head Screws for incredible strength, weight savings and professional look. After years of testing samples, 1up Racing has sourced the best machinists and aerospace grade 6AL4V (Grade 5) titanium available. Each screw is cut by CNC lathe ensuring the best strength and finish possible. All 1up Racing Pro Duty Titanium Hardware is made to strict standards. Available in M3x6mm, M3x8mm, M3x10mm and M3x12mm lengths!

Source: 1up Racing [1upracing.com]

October 31, 2022

T-Works Tyre Warmer Hard Case

Adding to its range of storage solutions, T-works’ latest hard case offering is configured to house the RSTW PRO tyre warmers from SkyRC as wells as the G0350 Professional V3 tyre warmer from Geforce. Measuring 27cm by 21cm and 9cm deep, externally the case features a carbon look outer shell with the T-Works logo, red accented high quality zipper and black rubber carrying handle. Inside, the foam insert has been made to fit and securely store the tyre warmers, with a mesh zip compartment inside the lid for extra storage.

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