VP Pro introduce a new cab forward bodyshell for the Xray XB8 buggy. Made from high-quality Lexan material the body is a direct fit and it offers a mild cab forward design with reverse side scoops for improved airflow and optimised rear downforce.
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
Exotek has new option parts for the F1R2 IFS kit and Xray’s 1/10th servo saver available in the form of machined damper rods and a carbon servo saver plate. Starting with the machined damper rods for the F1R2 independent front suspension set, the highly precise parts are machined from black POM and they come with blue anodised alloy spring stands. The rods make for silky smooth damper action of the IFS assembly and they also include M5 shims to to raise the ride height further.
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The Western Canadian Indoor Championship Series visited the wide open prairies of Saskatchewan, this time in Moose Jaw for Round 6, hosted by Fastraxx. A little town with a big race, and as the countdown to the finals begins the championships battles are getting close. The Touring Car Modified class offered the most dramatic high-speed main of the weekend. This time Danny Buck and his Xray had pole, but an early mistake put him back to 5th. Korgae Scales and his Awesomatix then had the lead for the first minute, but Steve Soon, who had started 2nd on the grid, took the lead on lap 6 with his Serpent and never looked back. Danny battled all the way back and passed Korgae with just a minute to go to take 2nd. Korgae brought his Awesomatix home 3rd.
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Last weekend saw the opening round of the JConcepts Indoor National Series, held at Smac Trak Raceway near St. Louis, MO. Over 270 entries gathered for some great racing on this tight high traction indoor circuit. In the 8-minute Short Course A main, TQ Luke Richards made an unforced early error allowing Paul Sinclair through into the lead for a couple of laps before he touched a tube and fell back. Justin Driemeier, driving patiently from 2nd on the grid, took over the lead with Matt Gosch hot on his tail. They had a great battle for several laps before Matt made an error and fell back a few seconds. Meanwhile, TQ Richards was fighting his way back up through the pack, catching up to Driemeier in the closing laps. Richards went for the pass on the last lap leading up to the double, but his transmission failed on the way up the hill, and there the truck sat, letting the next three trucks through and allowing Driemeier to take the win.
Source: X Factory [xfactoryrc.com]
Gravity RC Break In Bit is designed to adapt off-road and touring car tyres to any drill for break-in procedure. The tool features a 12mm hex to fit most wheels on the market and it is of a heavy duty design that is both precise and sturdy. Once the wheel is attached to the tool it allows to scrub the tyre’s surface using Gravity RC’s tyre file or a piece of scotch brite.
Source: Gravity RC [teamgravityrc.com]
Xray has announced that 5-times BRCA national champion Olly Jefferies signed a contract extension with the Slovakian company for the 2015 season. Olly joined Xray only last year and in his debut year he already won both the BRCA 1/10th and 1/12th classes. Olly’s racing calendar this year will see appearances at all major UK races and also at the European Championships in 1/10th Touring Cars and 1/12th scale. Olly has the following to say:
I would like to thank Xray for the continued support and look forward to another successful year in 2015. I have enjoyed my first year with Xray and have been impressed with the professionalism and desire to improve constantly. The highlights of the year were winning two national titles but look to have more success in 2015 now I am fully settled in to my new surroundings.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Muchmore introduces the new Shining Board Pro M, a backlit setup board for 1/10th scale vehicles. The board is made from hardened glass and MDF plate, it measures 300x450x9mm and offers track width markings in a range of 150mm to 230mm. The brightness of the LED lights is adjustable to match the surrounding light intensity in order to reduce glare effects. The board is powered by a 12 to 13.8VDC power source, some 700g lighter than Muchmore’s previous standard-size item and it should be available soon.
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FX Engines announces the soon release of the all-new FX B5 nitro buggy engine. Based on the 5K, the engine that allowed Xray’s Martin Wollanka to take the European Vice-championship, the power plant will feature several refinements and improvements such as a diamond-coated crankshaft and ceramic bearings. The engine will become available separately or as a combo set including a suitable muffler and manifold set. More information on features and specifications are available very soon.
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