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October 4, 2021

Mugen MTC2 active shock towers

For the MTC2 series, Mugen have introduced these active shock towers for the front and rear of the car. This completely new concept shock tower eliminates the resistance from the shock absorber when the suspension is lowered, dramatically improving stability when driving in the bumps on the track, or on the curbs in the corner. It also improves the stability of the rear in small corners that enter at high speed and corners that require quick turning. The effects are more apparent when using softer tires.

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October 1, 2021

BRCA 1/8 Circuit Brooklands Rd6 – Report

It was back down to the south of the UK for the penultimate round of the championship. Brooklands is a real treat for the drivers and offers high speeds which rewards the bravest of drivers. In nitro qualifying Alex Thurston got off to a convincing start and took a clean sweep of all the rounds in qualifying with his Capricorn chassis with Tim Wood (Shepherd) and Mark Green (serpent) following him to line up 2nd and 3rd for the 30 minute A final.

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September 30, 2021

Awesomatix A12 gear differential

The new Awesomatix A12 gear diff is specially designed for use in their A12 1/12th scale pan car. With the 1/4″ main shaft, this Gear Diff is also suitable for most other brand 1/12th scale pan car’s. This diff is suitable for standard TC and 1/12 spur gears of many brands while the overall weight is class leading at only 21 grams to ensure the best performance on track.

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September 29, 2021

Andrea Ghilotti joins Awesomatix

Awesomatix are happy to announce the addition of the Italian racer Andrea Ghilotti to their Factory Team. The former EFRA European junior champion will participate at the Euro Touring Series events and as well at events in his home country Italy. He had the following to say, ‘Since I was a child and I’ve seen the first Awesomatix car out there I loved this revolutionary project, now becoming directly part of it feels just like magic. It’s a pleasure for me to join the team, thanks to Max, Oleg and all Awesomatix guys for trusting in me, I hope I can get good results to keep our flag high. See you on track.’

Source: Awesomatix [facebook.com]

September 28, 2021

Fenix Racing Classic Team Lotus 72 body

Fenix Racing are proud to introduce the Classic Team Lotus 72, which is fully licensed and approved by Classic Team Lotus. In 1970 Team Lotus was ready to amaze F1 with the Lotus 72, the wedge shape inspired by the Indy’s Lotus 56 with the radiators moved on the side, and so good that is was campaigned by the Lotus team from 1970 until 1975. In that time it took 2 World Driver’s championships, 3 World Constructor championships and 20 Victories. This replica body shell is 1/10 scale and can be used on Fenix Racing Classique 2 and F1-70. as well as the Tamiya F103 & F104.

Source: Fenix Racing [fenix-racing.com]

September 27, 2021

OfficinaRC 4.9mm & 4.2mm titanium ball studs

OfficinaRC has created a new line of titanium ball studs. These new versions expand the current range by also working with Xray and Yokomo models and all other brands that use 4.9mm and 4.2mm studs. The 4.9mm line comes in 4mm, 6mm, 8mm and 10mm while the 4.2mm version comes in just 4mm. Machined from billet 6Al-4V Titanium with a 2mm Allen head on top of the ball, the titanium used is of the highest quality and is practically indestructible. Thanks to the quality of the material used, strength is also increased, while have a weight saving of 42% over the standard parts.

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September 27, 2021

Pirani RC tungsten tire file

Coming from Italian brand Pirani RC is this tungsten tire file to round off the the tire’s corners following truing. The file is made with high resistance tungsten and attached to an ergonomic handle that is available in five different colours that can be chosen at the time of order.

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September 27, 2021

Smith & Hart win BRCA finale as Murray take Stock title

The fifth and final round of this season’s BRCA touring car nationals saw drivers competing at the Bedworth club based in the heart of the midlands. Xray driver Olly Jefferies had already taken the modified title at the previous round which was good for him as he suffered a bad day with tyres issues. Leading the modified drivers in qualifying was Zak Smith and he would take TQ ahead of Kyle Branson who was enjoying a good end to his national campaign taking victory at the last round at Cotswolds. Harley Eldridge lined up third after a very mixed qualifying for the Yokomo driver where she had used al her allocated tyres.

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