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November 11, 2020

Element RC Enduro Gatekeeper Buggy RTR rock crawler

Element RC have released a RTR version of their Enduro Gatekeeper Buggy rock crawler. Previously only available as a kit, it now comes in two different RTR sets, both with brushless electronics, transmitter and receiver, while only the LiPo combo comes with charger and battery pack. Packed full of performance features the Gatekeeper Suspension package consists of rear trailing arms that move the shocks forward, allowing a larger window for shock tuning and providing improved weight bias. The trailing arms are paired with a rear anti-roll bar for a more stable and consistent suspension when crawling on the rocks. An adjustable aluminium track bar mount firmly bolted to the chassis rail gives the Enduro GK more reliable and responsive steering without the flex. The shock mount inserts with multiple mounting positions allow for precise suspension tuning, whether it’s moving the shocks up, down, forward, or back.

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November 11, 2020

Team Powers Cup double for Lex Tyler

The Team Powers Cup was held at Norcal Hobbies this past weekend in San Jose Ca. Normally this race happens in April but due to Covid 19, it has been extended to November which made racing a little more challenging since it is winter time. Racers got a late start on practice as track surface was wet the night before. For the 13.5 TC class it was a tie breaker between Xray driver Lex Tyler and Sean Guthrie to decide the title. This is a heads up format schedule for 6 rounds structured with Can-Am fixed motor timing and fixed gearing. The spec tires were Team Powers 34SU. Racers had to pick a motor for Saturday and give back to shuffle with a different motor on Sunday and this all keeps an even playing field.

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November 11, 2020

T-Works 3mm aluminium bore washers

T-Works have produced a complete range of aluminium bore washers. The black anodised spacers feature a 3mm centre hole and are available in various thicknesses, in 0.5mm increments from 1.2mm to 3.75mm. Each set is sold in a pack of 10.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

November 11, 2020

Hasi Tuned C804 & IF18 carbon body mounts

More new lightweight carbon body mounts from Hasi Tuned, this time for the Capricorn C804 and Infinity IF18. Compared to the standard kit versions this body mount is very stiff and due to its special shape makes the rear of your car very stable, especially on high speed tracks. The mount for both cars are available in standard height as well as an optional version that lifts the rear of the body by an additional 2mm (IF18) & 2.4mm (C804), improving the cornering even more. Made in Italy the set includes all the necessary parts to complete the conversion.

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November 11, 2020

PR Racing longer truck shock shafts

PR Racing have produced these new optional front and rear shock shafts for the PR SB401R-T truck. Longer by 2mm compared to the standard versions, they are recommended for tracks with big jumps. The package includes two shock shafts, two shock piston washers and two lock nuts.

Source: PR Racing [pr-rc.com]

November 11, 2020

Xpress XQ10 one piece top deck

Similar in concept to the version released for their FM1S, Xpress have produced a one-piece carbon top deck for their Execute XQ10 FWD Conversion. Reduce flex when racing in extremely high grip conditions, many flex options available with this top deck.

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November 10, 2020

JConcepts RC10 standard front axles

JConcepts continue with their vintage car part releases and one part that brings the originality of the RC10, RC10B2, and RC10B3 together is the original length front axle. While using the stock offset front wheel, having the standard length axle contributes to the original stance and performance of the iconic vehicles. JConcepts has re-created these parts in 7075 aluminium, anodised black, threaded on the outside for the original style nylon wheel nut and in addition, threaded inside for 4-40 set screws (not included).

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

November 10, 2020

Giyong Hong wins KARS 1/8 Onroad Champs

The first nitro race in 2020 in Korea was organised last weekend by local Shepherd distributor Ki Heung Kim (KARS). The venue was the new Inje Speedium track located in the Gangwon province with 45 drivers attending the event. In the 1/8 Open class it was Shepherd racer Jaekook Yoo who took the TQ in qualifying. In the main final however he had to retire due to problems and this allowed his Shepherd team mate Giyong Hong to take the victory with his Velox V8.2. Yangwon Jeon and Gyeongseon Lee completed the podium. In the 1/10 class it was Mooseong Kook taking TQ and the overall victory followed Jinhong Jung and Byeonghan Lee in third. The 1/8 beginner class saw Yeoreum Park taking the pole position but in the final it was Seongi Jung crossing the finishing line in first position followed by Omin Hwang with Chiyeong Ahn (Shepherd) completing the podium.

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