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November 19, 2020

Axial SCX10 III standard axle conversion kit

For rock racing and crawling enthusiasts eager to give SCX10 III vehicles maximum scale accuracy, Axial Racing now offers a straight axle kit that includes everything you need to convert the portal axle SCX10 III to standard axle. The SCX10 III standard axle conversion kit is designed for a 12.3″ (313mm) wheelbase but supports all wheelbases, including 12″ (305mm), 11.4″ (290mm) and 13.9″ (353mm). Adjustments to rear links may be required. All of the parts required for the conversion are included and to make installation easy, the axles, links, and shocks come factory-assembled and ready to bolt in. Axial also includes oil for the shocks. The kit’s scale-looking AR45 standard solid axles feature ball bearings and metal gears for long-lasting durability. AR45 universal joint axles provide up to 45 degrees of steering along with smoother action for an efficient, high performing drivetrain. Hypoid differential gears are used, along with a 6-bolt locker in both the front and rear axles for strength and durability. Included are tuneable, large bore aluminium shocks that provide excellent dampening over dirt, gravel, rock and other demanding off-road surfaces. A bleed screw helps to bleed air from the shocks during assembly for consistent performance. All links are metal and all pivot points are on stainless steel balls that provide dependable endurance.

Source: Axial [axialracing.com]

November 19, 2020

The Dirt Nitro Challenge 2021 – Announcement

The Dirt has announced that the 2021 ‘The Dirt Nitro Challenge’ preparations are under way. With the continued Covid-19 restrictions the State fairgrounds, where the event has been located for the last two years, were not able to make the commitment to ensure the opening of the fairgrounds and the ability to hold the event in 2021. So Joey has moved the event to the world famous Thunder Alley Raceway in Beaumont, Sunny Southern California. The facility is perfect for the event with full hookup camping, horseshoe tournament pits, nice restrooms, grass park and a huge grass field for us to set up manufacturers row and pit areas. The event will take place on the 17th to 21st of February next year and entries are now open.

Source: The Dirt [thedirt.us]

November 18, 2020

T-Works P1 lightweight locking wheel nuts

T-Works have released their new P1 17mm lightweight locking wheel nuts for 1/8th scale buggy, truggy and GT cars. Machined from high-quality 7075 aluminium the wheel nuts have been heavily machined to reduce weight with only 3 of the 6 corners of the nut left for an aggressive look. The serrated back will grip into the wheel, ensuring the nut will not come loose during your run. Sold as a set of 4, they are available in black, blue, grey, red and titanium colours.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

November 17, 2020

Team Associated RC8B3 44/13 gear set

Back by popular demand, the Team Associated RC8B3 44T ring gear and 13T pinion gear have returned as a combined packaged to include both gears as a set. Used as a tuning option in RC8B3 V3 differentials, the 44/13 gearing has a lower gear ratio for more top end speed over the 42/12 gear set.

Source: Team Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

November 17, 2020

Samix Capra brass knuckle

New from Samix for the Capra, is this black coated brass knuckle. Weighing in at 56g per side, they provide improved centre or gravity and forward weight bias for climbing. Additionally they offer better durability and rigidity over the factory plastic parts and like the other Samix parts they are a direct fit. Made of high quality brass and black coated to help prevent corrosion, they are etched with L and R for ease of installation.

Source: Samix [rcsamix.com]

November 16, 2020

Element RC Trailrunner 4×4 with Fire body

Element RC’s Trailrunner 4×4 is now available in a red/orange, a colour the company refers to as ‘Fire’. The body and chassis remain unchanged, with the new colour body made from a high-strength polycarbonate that has been pre-painted to look fresh from the dealer showroom. Designed for looks, function and customisation, it features a two-piece design with removable front lower valance, injection-moulded fender flares, B-pillar appliqués, door handles, windshield wipers, mirrors and front grill installed right out of the box. Also included are injection-moulded roof rack, three-piece front bumper with D-rings, snorkel and accessory decal sheet.

Source: Associated Electrics [associatedelectrics.com]

November 16, 2020

Tebo double at Tekno RC Winter series

Round 1 of the Tekno RC 1/8 Winter Series was held last weekend at the HobbyTown USA Hobbyplex in Omaha. Racing was close, with Jared Tebo (Tekno) taking the TQ in Expert Nitro Buggy, with Mason Fuller (TLR) starting first in Expert Electric Buggy. In Nitro, Mason and Jared would have an epic battle for the entire 30 minute main. Both would would make strange mistakes every time they built any sort of a lead. Close acing throughout, Tebo would emerge the winner in front of Fuller in 2nd with Jared Wiggins (Tekno) right there in 3rd, the top 3 finishing within 4 or 5 seconds. In Electric, Mason and Jared again battled early, but unfortunately Mason would have some mistakes and Jared pulled a big gap to win the 10 minutes main.

View the eBuggy podium here

November 16, 2020

T-Works MP10E carbon gearbox plate

Coming from T-Works and made for the Kyosho MP10E is this carbon fibre centre gearbox plate. The part is cut from high-quality carbon fibre and it is a direct fit to the centre bulkhead of the EP-powered MP10, replacing the kit standard metal version.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]