Xray have introduced a new 0.25 degree eccentric RF suspension mount for the T4 touring car platform. The item moved the suspension pins slightly to the centre of the chassis and allows for more precise toe-in settings in 0.25 degree increments. The suspension hanger comes machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and it sports Xray’s signature orange anodising as well as engraved markings for easy identification.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Coming from Xray is an extra-hard front bumper foam for the T4’19 touring car that support both eccentric and standard front body posts. The bumper is hand-cut from a special, extra hard foam for improved body and chassis protection in severe crashes.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
The third round of the 2018/19 Mibosport Cup was held in Hrotovice last weekend. Quiet a lot of racers celebrated their advent weekend on the track while listening to the sound crashing lexan with the final number of registered drivers stopped on the amount of 220. The starting grid was bolstered-up by competitors from abroad, with many top drivers making their entry, motivating others to be on their toes and bringing their best game. Friday’s free practise was the best way to do this and most of the racers took the opportunity seriously. In the premier on-road class of Touring Modified, Zdenko Kunak pulled away from the early beginning and dominated the whole day. A double victory in A1 and A2 meant meant the overall win as Oliver Havranek and Matej Sulc fourth for the runner-up spot. The final A-main would be the decider and Oliver managed to avoid crashes at the beginning and grabbed the 2nd spot overall in front of Matej. Kuba Simurda finished 4th and Radek Flek was 5th.
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With quick and precise refuelling key to success in nitro racing, World Champions Infinity have released a high speed fuel stick to assist mechanics with making ultra quick fuel stops for their drivers. The wide cylinder body offers a strong grip during refuelling with the fuel released by the operation of a carbon trigger. The fuel stick features a guard to prevent accidental operation.
Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]
The 4th annual Stock Wars race was held at 180 Raceway in Middle River, Maryland last weekend. In the Pro Touring class it was Mike Gee with the overall TQ and win from Sam Isaacs on the runner-up spot, making it an Awesomatix 1-2. Xray’s Robbie Dodge would round out the top 3 result. Over in Stock Touring Arvin Nano brought home the TQ and win from Tom Keiser 2nd and Bryan Thomas 3rd.
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Shepherd have announced the signing of top international nitro on-road racer Toni Gruber to their 2019 factory team line-up. The 22-year old German already looks back on a successful career with a European championship title, multiple national titles as well as multiple Euro Nitro Series podium finishes under his belt. Starting 2019 Toni will use the Velox V8 and the Velox V10 platforms at all major national and international events including the EFRA GP series, the ENS series, Euros, Worlds and other selected events. Furthermore Toni will bring in his experience in the Shepherd development team to test and develop new parts in cooperation with the existing team. Toni had the following to say about the deal:
First of all I want to thank WRC for the last 2 years. In the past we achieved great goals and claimed many wins. But in 2019 I will start with a new step in my rc racing career and I am really happy that Team Shepherd gives me the opportunity and their trust to drive for their factory team. My team and I are looking forward to many victories and we will bring our all experience in the team to help them grow.
Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]
Last weekend the third round of the XRS PLMS took place in Poland. The schedule saw the usual five qualifying round and triple mains and in the Touring Stock class it was Simon Horak with the win, despite the young man having to use a different steering servo in the finals as he broke his usual unit in the final qualifier. Nevertheless he took all three A-mains for the overall with Dawid Kłosinski in 2nd and Marek Kusiakiewicz 3rd.
Available now from Scorpion are special ball bearing and one-way lubricants. The oils were developed by German nitro on-road frontrunner Toni Gruber and Italy’s Pepe Group, ensuring maximum performance and protection. The ball bearing oil will deliver exceptional lubrication, protection and care even for the highly stressed bearings of 1/8th nitro on-road cars but it is also perfect for all other applications including off-road vehicles. The one-way oil is ideal for delicate roller bearings, offering perfect protection and lubrication while preventing outdrive slippage. Both oils come in 16ml bottles.
