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May 9, 2014

Exotek SRX2 Ti front axles & alloy shock posts

Exotek have new option parts for the Serpent SRX2 buggy available in form of titanium front axles and aluminium shock posts. First up are the Flite-series titanium front wheel axles. They are almost as strong as steel shafts but weight in at only 4.3g while the stock steel axles weight 7.6g a pair. Using the lighter shafts reduces unsprung weight as well as rotational mass resulting in quicker direction changes. Also new are the front and rear 12mm shock absorber posts. Coming in pairs the parts are machined from high-quality aluminium, they are orange anodised and offer a thicker mid section for added durability.

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May 9, 2014

Turner & Rico win at JBRL Rd3

Round 3 of the 2014 JBRL Electric Series was run at Rainman’s Hobbies in Bakersfield, California. While Kevin Motter and Matthew Pages came out successful in the 2WD and 4WD Modified Buggy classes, Cody Turner took the win in Pro2 Short Course followed by Kevin Motter and Nicholas Blais in 2nd and 3rd respectively. Pro4 SC went to Rudy Rico who left Ryan Dunford and David Jenson behind while the 2WD Modified Truck win went to Jake Mayo. Matt Gilbert and Wayne Wyrick completed the top 3 result. In 1/8th E-Buggy Ryan Dunford ended the day on top with Rudy Rico and Nicholas Blais grabbing the two remaining podium spots. More results can be found on the official JBRL website by clicking here.

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May 9, 2014

PSM B5 series shock standoff set

German company PSM introduce a new optional part for the Team Associated B5 line of buggies in the form of aluminium shock standoffs. Machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and coming in a shiny silver finish, the parts are designed to replace the stock standoffs with a more durable, lightweight and cooler looking alternative. Included in the set are four standoffs and four optional spacers for the use with PSM’s V1 or V2 carbon fibre shock towers.

Source: PSM [psm-rc.com]

May 9, 2014

Kurt van Vlemen wins at Benelux Truggy nationals Rd2

The 2nd round of the Benelux Truggy nationals was held on the astroturf track of Helmond. 35 racers from the Netherlands and Belgium attended the event that was won by Belgium driver Kurt van Vlemen (Serpent). Jarno Pijper (Xray) and Jordy Velder (Kyosho) completed the top 3 result. The national series resumes on the 25th of May in Appingedam.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

May 9, 2014

Pro-Line Electron VTR 2.4″ buggy rear tyre – Preview

Pro-Line Electron VTR 2.4" buggy rear tyre – Preview

Pro-Line soon have the Electron VTR 2.4″ 1/10th buggy rear tyre available. Coming in PL’s M4 super soft and MC clay compound, the tyre sports a mesh-type tread with supporting dots and a specially designed carcass. The indoor and outdoor clay track tyre fits Pro-Line’s new VTR range of wheels and will become available very soon.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

May 8, 2014

Timo Schröder wins at Northern Germany champs Rd2

The 2nd round of Northern Germany Championship took place at the technical track in Braunschweig. Shepherd driver Lars Hoppe and Timo Schröder again dominated the whole weekend and showed a great performance after the double victory at the first round in Munster with Lars Hoppe finishing in front of Timo Schröder. In qualification it was Lars Hoppe who took the TQ in front of Timo Schröder and Michael Pätz in third place. At the start of the final Lars had some problems with his engine which gave Timo the chance to push him hard. After the first fuel stop Timo took the lead with his Velox V8 EC and it was an interesting fight between them for the remaining 25 minutes until Lars’ engine flamed out. At the end Timo crossed the finish line 1 lap in front of Lars with Michael Pätz completing the podium 5 laps down.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

May 8, 2014

F.V.S.S. Ghost bodyshell stiffeners

F.V.S.S. introduce their new Ghost bodyshell stiffeners. Made from carbon fibre rods and steel eyelets, the stiffeners prevent the body from becoming deformed in the event of a crash or under heavy load but still allow a certain amount of flex increasing the steering response of the car. Each set includes 6 body stiffeners and 12 specially designed clips for easy and convenient mounting to the body.

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May 8, 2014

Sanwa M12 40th Anniversary edition radio

To celebrate their 40th Anniversary, Japanese manufacturer Sanwa introduce a special edition of the M12 top-of-the-foodchain radio system. Coming in a special piano lacquer design, with an engraved serial number plate and new offset steering wheel, the radio highly differs from the standard M12. It is understood that the set will include a total of three receivers including a RX-471, RX-472 and a RX-471 Dual-ID-Ver. Also included is a transmitter battery pack and a suitable charger.

Source: Sanwa [sanwa-denshi.co.jp]