JConcepts have reached out to provide an update on the status of their events scheduled through the end of the year. Some events have had to be cancelled due to Covid-19 concerns or locally governed standards being more restricted on public gatherings. Other events as indicated will go off on schedule starting with the Northeast Turf Nationals in Enfield, Connecticut.
View the full updated status of JConcepts events here
Tamiya have re-released the Vanquish, a legendary buggy from their back catalog. Now available again in the form of a re-issue assembly kit renamed the VQS, the kit receives tweaks to the original to bring it into the modern age. New aluminium front uprights and efficient universal shafts are designs inherited from the 2011 re-issue of the Avante along with the planetary gear differential. The kit also comes with a pre-cut and pre-painted body, with body stickers based upon those in the original release.
Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]
New from T-Works is their new XL 160mm long car stand for 1/8th scale vehicles. Made from sturdy metal the car stand features laser-etched and also machined T-Works logos for brand recognition and a low weight, as well as up to eight holes to take shock absorbers during building, maintenance and setup. Two foam strips ensure the chassis rests securely on top of the stand and without harming the car stand itself or the lower side of the chassis plate.
View another image of the stand here
Having just added the Agama A319 to their line-up of Vision buggy body shells, Bittydesign has now added a version for the A319E. The lid’s design will offer an easier to drive and more balanced feeling thanks to a mid-advanced cab, side pod and rear side flaps shape that optimises the aerodynamic characteristics. In addition a flap behind the engine area guides the air towards the rear wing for a smoother and more directed airflow around the shock tower and lower wing mount. The pre-cut body is moulded from high-quality 1mm Lexan polycarbonate, it comes with window masks, overspray protective film and a decal sheet.
Source: Bittydesign [bittydesign.net]
Coming from T-Works and made for the Associated RC8 B3.1/B3.2 is this aluminium servo saver arm. A direct replacement for the standard composite part, the alloy item offers improved stiffness and precision, making for an overall improved steering performance and is black hard coated for improved wear.
Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]
Last weekend saw the third round of the TRCA offroad series at the beautiful and unique track of Titan RC Arena in Warsaw, Poland. The event was open to Modified and Stock Buggy classes as well as Truck Pro and mini classes and every driver was able to take part in a lottery. 2wd modified qualifying was dominated by young Xray driver Bartek Kramza followed by Sebastian Migal. A1 and A2 then again went in Bartek’s favour as he brought home the win in both legs to take the overall from Sebastian in 2nd. Jeremi Kramża (Schumacher) came in 3rd to round out the podium.
Continue reading the report here
TPro, together with their partner Motorex, have released their first line-up of cleaning products especially made for RC car racing. RC Power Clean easily removes stubborn dirt while also acting as a degreaser, and is also dielectric. Filled in 200ml cans it comes with 2 different spray heads. Next up is RC Car Clean, the perfect cleaner to thoroughly remove all dirt from your dirty RC Car. Simply spray the entire vehicle and clean it with compressed air. Finally there is Car Protect created for preserving every RC Car in the best possible way. The handy 200ml can be carried in hand luggage and again 2 different spray heads are included.
Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]
The ever expanding line-up of Vision buggy body shells from Bittydesign now includes a version for the Agama A319 buggy. The lid’s design will offer an easier to drive and more balanced feeling thanks to a mid-advanced cab, side pod and rear side flaps shape that optimises the aerodynamic characteristics. In addition a flap behind the engine area guides the air towards the rear wing for a smoother and more directed airflow around the shock tower and lower wing mount. The pre-cut body is moulded from high-quality 1mm Lexan polycarbonate, it comes with window masks, overspray protective film and a decal sheet.
View more images of the A319 shell here
