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October 28, 2022

Schumacher ProCat Classic 4wd buggy

Having given us the Cougar Classic back in June, Schumacher have introduced the latest in their line of re-release cars, the ProCat. The legendary Schumacher ProCat dominated 4WD off road racing in the early 90’s, winning multiple championships including the 1990 Euros with the late great Phil Davies. Now you can relive the glory days with the ProCat Classic. It is an authentic re-release using much of the original tooling, but with a few subtle improvements such as fittings for modern lipo batteries. The ProCat Classic will be a top contender at historic RC races, or will make a fabulous addition to any collection, as one of the most iconic RC cars of all time.

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October 27, 2022

Destiny RX-10 CVD Joint case & Diff cross pins

Following the release of their all new RX-10SR 3.0 touring car during the Summer, Team Destiny have released some new optionals for the RX-10 Series. A new 7075 Aluminium lightweight hardened double joint case for the CVD helps to decrease the wheel and joint vibration while also increasing steering efficient and corner speed. Another new option part for RX-10 series is 7075 Aluminium hardened gear diff cross pin set. This increases the smoothness of internal bevel gears movement and improve gear diff efficient.

View diff cross pin set here

October 27, 2022

Ultimate ‘Dirt-Off’ Cleaner

Understanding how important the cleaning and maintenance of RC vehicles is, Ultimate Racing have added this new Dirt-Off car cleaner to their range. Dirt-Off is a multipurpose cleaner that can be used with all types of RC vehicles. With its specific formula, it is capable of penetrating and descaling any adhering dirt particle such as mud, grease, dirt and general grime. Dirt-Off is very effective on metals and plastics, cleaning any part while lubricating and protecting against corrosion. Thanks to its adjustable spray, it disperses and spreads easily, leaving a protective film that prevents the accumulation of dirt.

Source: Ultimate [modelixracing.com]

October 27, 2022

SMC technology in 1:1 Electric Motorbike Record attempt

It is nice to see RC technology making its way into full size motor sport with IFMAR World Champion battery manufacturer SMC Racing helping the record breaking electric motorbike outfit Team Speed Hertz as they get ready for the Texas Mile event this weekend. With teams having just 1-Mile to achieve their top speed and a shut down distance of 1/2-Mile, Speed Hertz are aiming to try and take the SMC technology and logo on the side of the bike to over 190mph and break the current 188mph record. Marc Rheinard used SMC batteries to take his Tamiya to two of his 1:10 Touring Car World titles (2010 & 2012).

View complete bike with SMC branding here

October 27, 2022

Exotek Tenacity heavy duty diff case & servo mount

Exotek Racing has released some new upgrade items for the Losi Tenacity 1:10 4WD Rock Racer platform. A heavy duty alloy diff case helps with more durable diff performance and easier servicing due to less stripped plastic parts. The 2 piece diff case is easier to seal and maintain compared to other 3 piece designs. Polished and hard anodised for more durability, it can be used in the front, centre or rear gearbox using the stock internal parts. Also for the Tenacity line including the Lasernut, DB, TT, etc, is a heavy duty alloy servo mount. Polished and anodised in gun metal, it helps with more precise steering and easier servicing due to less stripped plastic parts.

View more images & servo mount here

October 27, 2022

Racetec low profile cooling heads

Klinik RC has through their Racetec brand released new lightweight billet machined low profile cooling heads for O.S. and other similar engines. Cast stock heads are very heavy (70-90g) and not very efficient dissipating heat from your engine. Machined aluminium has 2x the thermal conductivity vs cast and the head weighs in at 30-40% less (53g) than the cast counterpart, significantly lowering COG. Machined from billet stock aluminium they are anodised in black, pink, red or blue and finished with lasering on the Racetec logos.

Click here for sideview of heads

October 27, 2022

Sweep X5 outdoor tyre additive

Sweep have released an X5 tire additive for outdoor asphalt use, especially low grip conditions. Tested and developed with well-known Swiss driver Michele Manzo, the X5 tire additive provides consistent grip and less tyre wear. Included sponge applicator with 75ml bottle.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]

October 26, 2022

Alera3D Lite Touring Car Bumpers

Founded by US racer Alex Fera, Alera3D’s ultralight weight, flexible, and durable 3D printed front bumpers for touring cars have hit the European market with Tonisport announcing the addition of the brand to its line-up. 3DLite bumpers are the lightest weight 3D printed bumpers available on the market, all while maintaining the same full-size footprint as your stock foam bumper! No need to worry about a thin bumper folding while at high speed in modified racing or not fully protecting your touring car in the event of a crash. Additionally, the bumpers have a taper on the bottom leading edge to prevent it from dragging on the ground under braking at high speeds. Every bumper is manufactured in house in the USA from high quality European polymers. Approximate weight of each bumper: Mugen 10g, Awesomatix 10g, Xpress 10g, Yokomo 9g, Xray 8g, Schumacher 7.5g, ARC 7g.

Source: Alera3D [alera3d.com] / Tonisport [tonisport.de]