LC Racing have announced the release of these new pre-glued block pin truggy tires for theirs, and other’s, 1/14th scale vehicles. Featuring a more durable compound than their previous release, they are compatible with standard 12mm hex adaptors found on the EMB-T. Sold pre-glued in pairs on white dish wheels.
Source: LC Racing [lcracing.net]
Ielasi Tuned have announced the signing of top Italian racer Alex Zanchettin. Moving away from OS, on the TLR driver Daniele Ielasi says he is ‘very proud to grow our team with the addition of a great Italian driver in off road, a great step for the Ielasi Tuned offroad family.’ Alex had the following to say about his new engine supplier:
I am very happy to be racing for Ielasi Tuned for the next few years. Given the esteem I have for Daniele, the possibility of being able to work with him presented itself, I didn’t think twice about becoming part of his project. I’m sure that his materials, his experience, dedication and passion will allow me to take a step forward as a driver.
Source: Ielasi Tuned [ielasituned.com]
Yeah Racing have released these 105mm big bore shock sets for a number of cars including Slash, Stampede, Bandit as well as for cars in the Arrma range. Big bore shock technology from their on-road shocks transplanted onto off-road shocks you will improve the handling consistency through the enlarged shock bodies which houses more shock oil. With the spring already attached, all you have to do is add oil and mount it to your rig. No more tedious assembly required. Available in either red or blue anodised versions, they are sold as a pair.
Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]
HB Racing have introduced their new D8T Evo3 nitro truggy. They have taken the previous D817T and updated to the latest “D819 style” drivetrain, engine mount, front and rear suspension arm mounts and sway bars. Key features include all-new suspension geometry based on a new lightweight aluminium chassis, new front and rear aluminium shock towers, new truggy suspension arms, C-hubs, front hubs, and rear hubs. Universal drive shafts are now standard, along with a HB moulded nylon wing, longer travel shocks, and a heavy-duty servo saver. New screw-type shock pins feature standard & reverse threads, and are colour coded for easy identification. The D8T Evo3 is supplied with no body shell, giving racers the ability to choose their own body shell. Optional carbon fibre inserts are available to tune the stiffness of the monocoque suspension arms.
Source: HB Racing [hbracing.com]
T-Works have introduced a number of new items, the first being these Tamiya focussed CVD sets. Made from steel they are available in 39mm, for the TT-01 & TA04, and in 30mm for the M06, M05, M04, M03, M03L, M03M & MF-01X. Replacing the stock driveshafts/CVDs, the new steel part makes it more durable than stock while the CVD creates a more consistent and efficient drivetrain. Also new is a range of lightweight 6.5″ buggy rear wings. Made from lexan and sold as an uncut pair there are two versions, a regular and a flat version. Finally T-Works have released two 3mm bore washer sets, the first comes in 0.5mm, 0.75mm, 1mm, 2mm, 3mm & 5mm thicknesses with 10 pcs of each, and is available in Tamiya blue, black, red, orange, silver or purple. The other set comes with 1.25mm, 1.75mm, 2.25mm, 2.75mm, 3.25mm & 3.
Schumacher Racing have announced that young Japanese star Kaito Kodera has joined their team. The 2018 JMRCA Japanese National champion, and former Yokomo driver, has been running Schumacher cars for a while but they are now happy to make this official. Kaito had the following to say:
I would like to thank my sponsors and my home track Team GB, I’m super excited to join, I will do my best to work with team Schumacher.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
Avid have released a black version of their Truss 1/8th scale buggy wheel, previously only available in white and yellow. The wheel name is derived from the internal ribbing that uses the strength of triangles instead of having straight ribs. The focus of the Truss starts at the centre of the wheel so the tighter triangles help keep the torque strength right where you want it when applying all your throttle, at the nut. Outer channels remove a little rotating mass at the furthest point but more importantly they help the foam from shifting side to side. The benefit on track is that the car has more stability, especially when you are off power trying to swerve left and right to avoid a wreck or through a set of switchbacks after a high speed section.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
Schumacher are pleased to introduce the latest in a long line of successful 1/10th offroad tires, the Mezzo. Featuring a completely new carcass design, where development has focused on the thickness of the profile to support the pin and improve its life. The Mezzo has a varied pin type across the tire, enabling it to be more suitable to a wider variety of track conditions, including long and short pile astro. The pin type gives improved side traction whilst maintaining forward traction. It also lasts longer and has better bump handling, due to its taller sidewall profile. The front 4wd tire is aimed at longer pile astro and lower gip and pins can be cut to reduce traction if required. For 2wd they are still recommending the U6770 Low Profile Cut Stagger combined with Mezzo rear, for a longer life tire set up. Ultimately the popular Dart tire could be faster over a single run in some conditions, but life is much extended with the Mezzo. It’s a great all-rounder. Ultimately the Mezzo is aimed at Astro, Yellow compound for dry high performance, Silver for wet and Blue for longer life.
Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]
