November 9, 2021

PSM RC8B3.2 front and rear shock towers

From PSM for your Team Associated RC8B3.2 vehicle are new front and rear shock towers featuring an optimised geometry. On the front tower the upper shock holes have been moved +0.7mm up compared to the stock shock tower. In addition the upper shock holes have been spaced different for simplified setup options. The upper shock holes on the rear towers have been moved +1.0mm up and spaced differently, compared to the stock shock tower. In addition the upper link holes have been optimised for simplified setup options and the wing mount can be moved 7.0mm upwards.

View the rear tower here

November 5, 2021

Stafford & Brown on top at EssexCarpetClash Rd2

Round 2 of EssexCarpetClash4 took place last weekend. A fun track greeted the drivers in the morning and with the ‘slippery section’ proving to be quite challenging. In 4wd, Stephen Brown dominated qualifying topping the sheets in all four qualifiers. John Painter took the two spot ready for the finals, with David Orbell behind. 2wd saw a tussle between Ellis Stafford and Kyle Moon in each heat, with Stafford just edging the runs. Stephen Brown was also in the battle, placing good round scores to line up 3rd on the grid ahead of Christopher Delves Delves.

Continue reading the report here

November 5, 2021

Xray XB4’22 1/10th 4WD buggy – Coming soon

Having recently teased their XB2’22, Xray have today announced the upcoming release of their XB4’22 1/10th scale 4WD buggy kit. The next step in the evolution of their XB4 series, we can expect full details on this 2022 update in the coming weeks. Stay tuned.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

November 4, 2021

Ultimate 2142 one-piece offroad exhaust

Ultimate Racing have presented their new EFRA 2142 super strong one-piece offroad exhaust system. The pipe has been welded to the manifold to improve performance providing a precise and linear throttle response in high RPM range with a great top end speed. This exhaust system is a great choice for your 1/8th off road engine and it’s specially recommended for the M3 and M5 lines of Ultimate engines. This exhaust system comes supplied with the pipe, 2 medium springs, 2 long spring and 2 manifold gaskets.

Source: Modelix [modelixracing.com]

November 3, 2021

Associated Pro4 SC10 General Tire RTR

Team Associated have introduced their new Pro4 SC10 General Tire is a Ready-To-Run RC electric truck. It comes as standard with a water-resistant, high-power Reedy brushless speed control, Reedy 3300kV brushless motor, and a water-resistant, enclosed receiver box. The suspension includes fluid-filled, coil-over shock absorbers and four-wheel independent suspension. Three sealed fluid-filled differentials help balance power distribution to all four tires. The Pro4 SC10 proudly rolls and jumps on Fifteen52 Turbomac HD wheels wrapped in realistic off road General Tire GT Grabber all-terrain tires.The whole package is completed with a factory-finished short-course body with General Tire livery.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

November 2, 2021

Marco Baruffolo joins Reds Racing

Reds Racing are very happy to announce that the Italian driver Marco Baruffolo has joined their team for the 2022 and 2023 racing season. The former Xray/FX driver will be exclusively using Reds Racing nitro engines and will be attending all major competitions in the next two seasons.

Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]

November 2, 2021

Video – Nemo Racing Concept Agama 1/8th car

Nemo Racing in the UK have produced this video outlining their new concept Agama 1/8th Nitro buggy, set to be called the A422. The car sports inboard shock absorbers, removing the need for shock towers, with the aim of lowering the car’s centre of gravity. They have been doing extensive testing with a lot of 3d printed parts and hope to move forward with the project following some addition testing around the UK and completing some final design tweaks. Check it out.

Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]

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