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July 12, 2014

Team C TM4 alloy C-hubs & rear carriers

Team C introduce two new option parts for the TM4 4WD buggy in the form of 7 degree front castor blocks and +1 rear hubs. Starting with the C-hubs, the blocks are machined from high-quality aluminium, they come orange anodised and feature three different mounting holes for the upper camber link. The second new part are aluminium +1 rear hubs. Offering an increased rear toe-in they also feature add-on carbon fibre towers with three different mounting positions for the upper camber links.

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July 12, 2014

Tuning Haus 48 pitch pinion gears

Tuning Haus adds to their range of precision aluminum pinions with 48 pitch versions in a range of sizes ideal for multiple categories of racing. The gears run true and offer quality materials, precision machining, and aerospace-grade coating. A through hole for the set screw doubles the service life and security of the pinion/rotor fit. The pinions are available now in 25T to 35T sizes.

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July 12, 2014

New RB grey colour T-shirt

RB have a new T-shirt available to show your passion to everything RB. Available in S to XXXL sizes, the dark colour shirt is made from high quality material and it features RB logos both on the front and the back.

Source: RB [rbproducts.com]

July 12, 2014

Maifield happy with early form at JConcepts Nats

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Making his debut for Team Losi Racing this weekend at the JConcepts Summer Indoor Nationals in Chico, California, Ryan Maifield appears to be adapting quickly to his new equipment declaring himself happy with his early form at Outback Raceway. Having sent a shockwave through offroad racing circles with his mid season departure from long time sponsor Team Associated, the Arizona ace has travelled to the third race in the popular five race JConcepts Series well supported with TLR Senior Product Developer Frank Root and Joe Pillars of new electrics sponsor Team Orion both on hand to assist their new star signing.

Continue reading this report here or view our complete event coverage here.

July 11, 2014

Elliott Harper joins GForce & Zen Racing

Team Durango driver Elliott Harper has announced he has signed for GForce to run their full line of pit accessories, for the remainder of the 2014 season and beyond. The 2010 World Championship Podium finisher had this to say about the new deal:

Firstly, I would like to thank Mr. Jang and Keith from Muchmore for their support over the years. As we approach this year’s European and World Championships, I felt it was time for a change and, having seen the quality and line-up of the GForce products already in use trackside, I am proud to represent the company and hope to achieve some great results with them. I would also like to thank David Spashett and Zen Racing for their help and support and am looking forward to the coming races! See you trackside soon.

Source: Zen Racing [zen-racing.co.uk]

July 11, 2014

Smokem 416-IIX carbon fibre chassis

Smokem Racing has answered the call of many TRF416 racers by releasing an “IIX” chassis for Tamiya’s venerable TRF416. At the heart of the 416-IIX is a proprietary 2.0mm thick “Pro-Weave” 100 percent carbon fiber construction – which is stiffer than conventional weave but softer than a quasi weave. As seen on the company’s 418-IIX and BD7-IIX chassis, this unique construction is married to a flowing contoured design for increased flex and a lowered centre of gravity. This combination delivers increased corner speed over a wide range of track conditions and temperatures. High speed steering and transitional response are also improved with the 416-IIX design. The 416-IIX chassis also features mounting holes for Smokem’s 417CTR servo mount to further enhance the flex characteristics of the chassis and to bring the TRF416 fully up to speed with other modern tourer designs.

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July 11, 2014

Xray XB4 Lexan rear wing sets

Made for the XB4 line of buggies are two new rear wing sets from Xray. Coming as 1.5mm or heavy-duty 2.0mm variant, the wings offer increased durability and lifespan compared to the kit wings. The greater stiffness also improves stability at high speeds making the wings, that come as pairs, ideal for modified class racing.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

July 11, 2014

MotoGP World Champion to use Hudy tools

You may know it or not but 2-times MotoGP World Champion Casey Stoner has found a new profession after retiring from the fun world of motorbike racing as he recently stepped into RC car racing. Casey will now up his game by exclusively using Hudy tools to wrench on his Yokomo 2WD and 4WD buggies as well as his Hong Nor Pro4 truck. Casey says:

Being a professional sportsmen learned me that if you want to be best you need to work with the best. I was truly impressed by the quality and easy to use of all the Hudy products and there is nothing else I want to use. Either you take your hobby & sport seriously or for fun, there is nothing better than Hudy.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]