February 5, 2019

Helix Designs A800X LP12 swaybar mounts

Helix Designs have introduced their new LP12 swaybar mounts for the Awesomatix A800X and A800X Evo. With the evolution of setups and new A-arms released for the Awesomatix A800X, it is often needed to modify the stock Awesomatix P12X sway bar mounts to run specific setups. Are new Helix LP12 swaybar mounts have fixed the two major problems with the stock part. Drivers can now run low AT21-S balls and/or any current A-arm without any modifications. Made with durable nylon and tested successfully by top Awesomatix USA team drivers at the 2018 NYGP and 2018 USIC, the parts are a drop fit and they include 3x3mm and 3x4mm droop screws.

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February 5, 2019

Hagberg & Ratheisky win at 2019 Snowbird Nationals

The world famous Snowbird Nationals was held once again at the Park Inn Resort in Kissimmee, Florida. A strong North American as well as international presence meant that the race would be as prestigious as ever and with more than 700 entries in total, it makes this one of the bigger events of the year in the US. Touring Modified was a pretty straight forward affair. After winning all qualifiers, Xray’s Alexander Hagberg also went on to win the main final, after a clean run in the A-final. Awesomatix’s Sam Isaacs came in 2nd from Destiny driver, Yugo Nagashima.

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February 5, 2019

Tamiya T3-01 Dual Rider kit

Tamiya have announced the soon release of the Dual Rider kit based on the popular T3-01 trike chassis. The futuristic variant of the Dancing Rider features an aerodynamically shaped canopy, designed by Takayuki Takayaki, a customisable driver and the chassis is highly upgradable utilising the already available range of optionals that boost both appearance and performance. The kit will hit stores at the end of March.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]


February 5, 2019

Kyosho FW-06 Subaru Impreza WRC 2006 PureTen RS

Coming soon from Kyosho is the Subaru Impreza WRC 2006 PureTen RS utilising the proven FW-06 1/10th 200mm 4WD chassis. User-friendly and easy to control, the FW-06 is ideal as an introduction to GP touring cars while the performance of the car evolves as as the owner’s driving techniques improve. A 2-speed transmission combines with the new high-power KE15SP engine and with the same rear suspension as the World Champion V-ONE RRR with setting options and maintenance-friendly features only available on the latest racing machines, the FW-06 chassis also meets the demands of expert-level drivers. The factory-assembled ReadySet is equipped with the 2.4GHz Syncro KT-231P+ transmitter that, in addition to the dual-rate function, also features a failsafe function that automatically reduces the throttle if radio signal is interrupted. The car is decked off with a pre-painted and pre-decorated 2006 Subaru Impreza WRC body shell.

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February 4, 2019

Tamiya Ford Mustang GT4 TT-02

Coming soon from Tamiya is the Ford Mustang GT4 TT-02 kit. Inspired by the Ford Shelby GT350R-C, the Ford Mustang GT4 has been designed and engineered jointly by Ford Performance and Multimatic Motorsports to compete in sports car championship racing series globally, including the IMSA Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge, Pirelli World Challenge GTS/GT4, and GT4 European Series. The Tamiya Ford GT4 faithfully captures this sleek racing car as a 1/10 scale radio control replica. The highly-detailed polycarbonate body sits atop the easy-to-build Tamiya TT-02 chassis. The shaft-driven 4WD chassis employs a longitudinal layout with the battery on the left and the motor on the right, to give excellent stability. In addition, it features identical left and right suspension arms and uprights for ease of assembly, plus easy-to-maintain gearboxes. It is a highly adaptable chassis, as it offers two different wheelbases, two ground clearance settings and two tread set-ups in addition to a range of ten possible gear ratios. It is not short on looks either, with brake disc-shaped wheel hubs and stylish front bumper supports.

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February 4, 2019

Charlie Menard wins GT12 class at Snowbird Nationals

Last week’s 2019 Snowbird Nationals saw the running of the growing GT12 class with CRC’s Brian Wynn taking the overall TQ after the qualifiers, leading the 29-car field. In the A-main, Charlie Menard, team leader for the Menard Factory Racing (MFR) effort, harassed Wynn, sneaking his CK25 past Brian to take the A-main victory. Charlie was super fast all weekend and despite having to put up with his pit buddies John Wiita and Kevin Van Ert for a full week, he was able to clear his mind and focus, taking the win in GT12. Colorado CRC teammate Mario Ficco mounted a broom to his CK25 making it a CRC sweep of the podium.

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February 4, 2019

Yeah Racing TT-02 RWD adjustable rear arm mounts

Coming from Yeah Racing and made for their TT-02 RWD TATT-S03 drift conversion is an adjustable rear suspension mount. The design allows to easily access 1, 3.5, or 5 degrees toe-in setting with the teeth-meshed adjustments allow to achieve a symmetrical setting every time owners change the toe-in setting. The set includes the multi-piece RR hanger, machined from aluminium and coming blue anodised and with white markings for easy identification. Also includes are rear inner suspension shafts and small parts.

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February 4, 2019

Kazuki Yamashita TQs & wins at 2019 Snowbird Nationals

The 2019 edition of the iconic Snowbird Nationals was held in Orlando, Florida last week. The race attracted the usual mix of national and international top drivers and in 1/12th GTP Modified it was Destiny’s Kazuki Yamashita from Japan, who took the overall TQ after the qualifiers in front of new Xray signing, Keven Hebert. In the single 8-minute A-main final Kazuki would hold the upper hand, taking the win from UK’s Ollie Payne (Roche) as Keven Hebert had to settle for 3rd overall. Xray’s Jan Ratheisky from Germany and multi-time Snowbird winner, Alexander Hagberg (Xray) would round out the top 5.

Source: Destiny [destinyracing.jp]


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