Xray have released this optional molded composite motor gear box for the XB2, which accommodates 4 gears and orientates the motor on the left side. All parts fit perfectly together, and give super-easy access to the rear differential. The durable gear box houses the differential and rear transmission, allowing the mounting of the rear roll center holder, motor plate, and rear shock tower.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
IFMAR have announced that Hot Race Tyres have been chosen as the official handout tire for the 2016 IFMAR 1/10th 200mm Worlds in Gubbio, Italy. The Italian company will supply tires for each racer at 9 Euros a set with 11 sets required for the event with details of the shore and diameters to be released in due course. IFMAR also announced that Maxima, MLC and Runner Time will be supplying the handout fuel for the event.
Source: IFMAR [ifmar.org]
New for the XB4, Xray have produced these CNC-machined 12mm wheel hubs with +3.75mm offset for wider track-width. Made from Swiss 7075 T6 aluminium they have been strategically machined for optimum strength, balance and lightness. Marked for easy identification they are secured onto the drive axle with a setscrew.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
This past weekend Dialed In Raceway hosted the third round of the Pro-Line Series with the event attracting nearly 100 entries. The atmosphere of the event was very laid back and the Dialed In staff even treated all the racers to lunch. Adam Drake was the top qualifier in nitro buggy and won the final followed by Jeremy Kortz and Shawn Kirkman. Mugen also took the victories in 40+ nitro buggy and Intermediate nitro buggy with Robert Wickman taking the victory in 40+ but the race of the day was between Jason Snyder and Lerone Hearn in Intermediate nitro buggy. Jason Snyder took the win by a narrow margin over Lerone Hearn.
Source: Mugen [mugenracing.com]
Hudy Arena have announced the first inaugural “Le Mans Meeting Hudy Arena” which will take place on April 30th 2016 at the Hudy Arena’s outdoor track in Trencin, Slovakia. Open to old school 1/8th gas cars from the eighties, there are also support races for the Pro 10 based 1/10 Le Mans Series and 1/10 Formula 1 classes. Full information and rules can be found here while the entry is now open here.
Intech Racing have released the ER-12M 2.0 Lite, which is the lightened version of ER-12M 2.0 and saves extra 61 grams compared with the stock unit. The all-new aluminium honeycomb chassis, aluminium motor plate and a pair of composite side guards are included and these parts feature milling and holes to reduce the weight while maintaining durability and rigidness.
Source: Intech [intechracing.com]
New from Hudy comes this CNC-machined aluminium bearing checking tool. Incredibly light weight due to lightening holes in the handle, the diamond knurled pattern gives maximum grip. The bearing tool is used to check the internal diameter of metric bearings to verify the bearing is operating properly. Once the bearing is placed on the tool, you can spin it to make sure it spins smoothly. It can also be used to clean the bearing while it is installed as well as lubricating it before re-installation. There are 16 steps on the bearing tool with the size engraved on each, from 2–15mm.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
Infinity driver Masao Tanaka has taken an impressive TQ and Victory at the recent second round of Carrera Cup held in Kei-Tune last week. Starting from qualifying the Japanese ace driver show an unmatched speed on the track allowing him to take the TQ spot. For the 20 minutes Amain final his team adopted a very aggressive strategy deciding to change tires at the 10 minute mark; all other competitors decided not to change. The gap accumulated during tire change were huge but Tanaka’s pace were incredibly fast recovering the time wasted in the pits with a series of record lap times. With this “Qualifying mode ON” he could grab a well deserved win in front of Takayasu San and his HB R8 (9 second margin) and Hot Bodies chief engineer Miyashita San (1 lap behind) that sits on the third spot of the podium.
Source: Infinity [creationmodel.net]
