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July 29, 2020

Graham Hill wins at Border Wars Series Rd2

The second round of the Border Wars R/C Racing Series was hosted by the A-Main Speedway at RAM Off-Road Park in Colorado Springs, Colorado last weekend. The race attracted over 130 entries and in Expert Nitro Buggy it was 11th place qualifier, Graham Hill (Mugen) with the win in the 30-minute A-main event, leaving behind Sean Trainer (TLR) in 2nd, a lap down. Shelby Parker (JQRacing) came in 3rd overall while Bret Pousson and Thomas Michaels completed the top 5 results.

Source: Mugen [mugenracing.com]

July 29, 2020

Aaron Kothman sweeps BBQ Blast 2020

RC Madness of Enfield, Connecticut hosted the BBQ Blast race last weekend. In the premier class of 1/8th Nitro Buggy it was Aaron Kothman with the overall TQ and he would also bring home the win in the 20-minute A-final, leaving behind Jay Bless in 2nd, already a lap down. Kyle Baker came in 3rd overall, another 3 laps down. Over in 1/8th Nitro Truggy it was again Aaron with the TQ and win as Charlie McNeill and John Goode ended the day in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

View the Nitro Truggy podium here

July 29, 2020

Kevin Siller TQs & wins at Battling Giants race

Spirit Controlled RC Racing in Girard, Pennsylvania hosted the Battling Giants race last weekend in several nitro and electric off-road classes. In 1/8th E-Truggy it was Kevin Siller with the overall TQ from Zac Cooper in 2nd. The single 8-minute A-main event then saw Kevin leading from tone to tone to take the win eleven seconds in front of 4th place qualifier, Jake Blood. Zac Cooper came in 3rd overall, another 4.8 seconds back.

Source: Mugen [mugenracing.com]

July 29, 2020

T-Works D819 steel CVD driveshaft sets

T-Works have announced the release of their new steel CVD driveshaft sets for the HB Racing D819 series of buggies. Available as separate kits for the front and the rear of the buggy, the CV-style driveshafts are made of high-quality steel material for exceptional durability while the machined wheel axle shafts offer precise fitment. The driveshafts come with laser-engraved dogbones for easy identification and they are usable for the D819 and D819RS kits.

View the rear driveshaft set here

July 28, 2020

JConcepts aluminium 18mm clamping servo arm

JConcepts have announced the release of their new 18mm aluminium clamping servo arm. One of the critical points of racing comes from the steering servo and proper servo horn. The horn transfers all the torque from the servo to the steering bell cranks and this piece needs to be created with precision and durability. The JConcepts 18mm servo horn created for both 23T and 25T count has all the geometry necessary as a vast assortment of vehicles. The broad base of the horn tapers to the connection area where the steering takes place. The boss on top surrounds the ball end and provides a hefty surface for steering direction. Small ribs have been added on the sides to help strengthen the unit in a twisting fashion and a deep pocket hides the 3mm standard mounting screw. The entire horn has been retouched with chamfer highlight edging and laser etched with JC and the tooth count for high-end looks and authenticity.

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July 28, 2020

Jörn Neumann doubles at NORC Series Rd5

The 5th Round of the NORC Series took place in Troisdorf, Germany last weekend. The weather made for difficult conditions with Saturday’s high traction while overnight rain on made the track slippery on Sunday. Ultimately and when the astro turf fluff had settled, it was Schumacher’s Jörn Neumann with the win in 2WD Buggy from Schumacher teammate, Wesley van Helmond 2nd and Team Associated’s Marcel Schneider in 3rd. The 4WD Buggy class would see a Schumacher podium lock-out with Jörn and Wesley coming in 1st and 2nd again while Moritz Lautenbach completed the top 3 result. Over in the Truck class it was Wesley van Helmond with the win for Schumacher.

View the 4WD Buggy podium here

July 28, 2020

JConcepts Traxxas breathable chassis covers

Coming from JConcepts and made for a variety of Traxxas truck are breathable chassis covers. When racing on a loamy or topsoil track surface the inside of the chassis can become loaded with dirt or debris which creates extra weight. With the JConcepts mesh chassis cover these worries are minimised with this simple and functional part. Fitting nicely under the body, the JConcepts chassis cover hugs the outside dimension of the chassis protecting the inside from unwanted excess dirt and debris build-up during racing and bash conditions. The chassis cover fits snug around the entire chassis structure while being attached along the sides with the included hook and loop tape (Velcro) for easy access. The versatile part of the design comes from the mesh material, zipper closure and Velcro attachment which makes changing batteries or routine maintenance a breeze. The mesh itself is breathable and keeps out large debris while allowing airflow around the electrical items inside the chassis. They are available as variants for the Stampede, Rustler 2WD, Rustler 4WD, as well as the X-Maxx.

View the other covers here

July 28, 2020

T-Works XB4/22X-4 IFMAR legal disc wheels

T-Works have introduced their new IMFAR legal dish rims for the Xray XB4 and TLR 22X-4 4WD buggies. The disc-style wheels are of the correct offset for both the Xray and TLR buggy and they are usable with all standard 2.2” buggy tyres. They are available as pairs or 8-piece value packs for the front or rear and in white or yellow colour.

View the other sets here