August 1, 2019

Ryan Lutz doubles at King Of Kings

Stateline Raceway of Fremont, Indiana played host to the 2019 King of Kings race last weekend, attracting nearly 430 entries. The event saw the attendance of many of the country’s swift 1/8th scale off-road racers and in the premier Nitro Buggy class it was Agama’s Ryan Lutz with the overall win, some two laps in front of HB Racing’s Spencer Heckert on the runner-up spot. Xray’s Mark Sousa came in 3rd to round out the podium as class TQ, TLR’s Dakotah Phend had to settle for 6th in the 45-minute A-main event.

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August 1, 2019

Yeah Racing SCX10 II alloy front axle housing

Yeah Racing have introduced an aluminium axle housing for the Axial SCX10 II trail truck. Coming in hard-coated black or silver appearance, the axle housing is precision CNC-machined for best possible fitment and looks. In addition the metal axle housing, that is usable on the front and the rear of the truck, will improve overall durability, drivetrain efficiency, and stability and it includes bearing holders as well.

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August 1, 2019

Ruddog 6500mAh 15.2V 100C Graphene Plus LiHV pack

Ruddog have introduced their new 6500mAh 15.2V 100C Graphene Plus LiHV pack for 1/8th scale applications. Built from high-quality 100C high-voltage LiPo cells the battery offers a high capacity and low internal resistance, ideal for demanding off-road applications and long main finals. The translucent 138x46x48mm hardcase is equipped with 5mm power connectors and an integrated 5-pin XH balancer port, doing away with the fiddly wire balancer ports of most 4S packs. Included with the battery, that weighs in at 560g, comes a balancer adapter for easy charging and storage balancing. The LiHV pack is supplied in a neat reusable packing for easy transportation and storage.

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August 1, 2019

BSRC A319 carbon fuel tank splash guard

Coming from BSRC and made for the new Agama A319 buggy is a carbon fibre fuel tank splash guard. Machined from high-quality carbon material the splash guard attaches using optional M3x8mm hardware and M3 nyloc nuts and it keeps the brakes and air filters from getting fuel on them during hectic pit stops.

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August 1, 2019

AE introduce new Sendero Factory Team optionals

Associated Electrics have announced the release of new Factory Team option parts for the Element RC Sendero trail truck. First up are optional aluminium fairleads for the Sendero bumper that increase durability and provide a custom look. They are available in four colours including natural silver, gun metal, green and blue. Also new are aluminium and brass bead lock hex adaptors that increase durability and provide weight where it is needed. These hex adaptors also feature the SLW-style bolt pattern and can be used on many aftermarket wheels. The brass hex adaptors add 15.4 grams per wheel for a total weight increase of 61.6 grams while the aluminium hex adaptors add 4.9 grams per wheel for a total weight increase of 19.6 grams. Last but not least come 6mm steel wheel hexes that increase durability and provide a total weight increase of 15.2 grams.

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August 1, 2019

TLR 22 5.0 DC Elite Race Kit 2WD buggy

Coming soon from Team Losi Racing is the 22 5.0 DC Elite Race Kit 2WD dirt/clay buggy. Taking the successful 22 5.0 platform as a base and including all of the key option parts that TLR’s factory race team uses to win across the world, the 22 5.0 DC Elite is pro level ready right out of the box. Option parts coming with the kit include carbon fibre, black anodised aluminium and titanium turnbuckles. The specification list starts with +2mm front and rear carbon fibre shock towers, an electronics mounting plate as well as a rear wing washer. The alloy options include the steering bell cranks, drag link, servo mount, outer front bearing inserts, rear camber block, C and D pivots, and aluminium nuts throughout. The kit includes inner rear pivots with roll centre, track width, anti-squat and toe adjustment paired with the Variable Height Axle (VHA) rear hubs which also give more roll centre and axle height adjustment. Included are also titanium turnbuckles throughout the buggy to save weight and increase performance. The included G3 shocks give the 22 5.0 the handling of the Gen II shocks, but with long-anticipated ease of use improvements. Other features include the super heavy duty slipper assembly, a ball differential, a lightweight 0.8mm body shell, a low front wing as well as Stiffezel front suspension arms, mud guards, and waterfall and soft rear suspension arms. The kit will hit stores by the end of August.

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July 31, 2019

Adam Drake TQs & wins at 2019 Bring The Heat

The annual Bring The Heat race was held at Flowood RC in Flowood, Mississippi last weekend. The event had close to 200 entries and in the Expert Nitro Truggy class it was Adam Drake with the overall TQ and also the win in the 35-minute A-main event. Three laps behind it was Cameron Breaux on the runner-up spot as Aaron Royston came in 3rd to round out the podium another lap down.

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July 31, 2019

Kyosho MP10T 1/8th nitro truggy kit – Coming soon

Kyosho have revealed first images and information on their forthcoming new MP10T 1/8th scale nitro truggy kit that will hit stores by the end of August. The main chassis is a 3mm 7075 aluminium plate with hard anodising and improved flex characteristics. Engine/fuel tank, servos, RX box and battery box have move forward for optimal weight balance. The MP10 radio plate design features a revised servo position and increased strength with 3.0mm thickness, increased from 2.5mm while side guards – by reducing thickness and height – are a lot lighter than the previous parts while and looking sharp as they narrow from the centre of the chassis towards the rear. Also included is a new updated fuel tank design for more durability and reliability while the new engine mount increases rigidity for a more balanced flex and pitch. The trucks new steering plate further improves cornering speed through optimisation of the Ackermann ratio. A new reversible steering plate enables eight different settings to match the specific characteristics of the racing surface and personal preferences. The optimised Ackermann in the MP10T delivers an increase in lock-to-lock steering travel. The design of the new reinforced tie rod ends doesn’t interfere with the inside of the tyre and wheel when steering is at maximum angle.

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