September 30, 2020

Kev Lee joins Schumacher Racing

Schumacher Racing have announced that Kev Lee has joined their offroad team. Kev brings vast experience and great speed to the table, being a previous EFRA Euro’s A finalist, multiple BRCA National winner and regular top 10 performer. Kev will be seen at popular UK events including Worksop, Silverstone, BRCA Regionals and Nationals, all subject to COVID restrictions and he had the following to say.

I last raced for Schumacher in the late 90s and early 2000s and have fond memories of the team and cars of the time, so I’m really excited to return. The cars on offer at the moment are strong contenders in all classes, and with the continual development, from the factory and the team, I’m certain they will continue to be so. I’m looking forward to getting stuck in.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

September 30, 2020

Power HD WH Series servos

Power HD have introduced their new WH line of high voltage and high torque servos specific to the crawler segment. Coming in 3 different versions, 40kg/cm, 30kg/cm & 20kg/cm, all feature a CNC machined blue anodised aluminium case with waterproof ring inside, and customised waterproof wiring with special glue injection to secure the cables. Internally they use hardened steel gears to reduce gear chipping during intense driving, and a 32-bit MCU high-frequency processor makes the servo operation more precise, offer noiseless operation, locked-rotor protection and power-on slow-start protection.

View the WH30 & WH20 here

September 30, 2020

T-Works TC-01 suspension mounts, spool & driveshafts

More new option parts for the Tamiya TC-01 from T-Works, the first of which are these aluminium suspension mounts. Sold in a set of 4 they replace the kit plastic versions adding more strength in a very critical area. The black anodised mounts are also available in a +1 version (2pcs), which has the king pin hole offset for adjusting the angle of the lower suspension arm. The drivetrain has also received more options with the release of a aluminium front spool, the set including the main shaft as well as the outdrives. To compliment that part there are also 54mm hard coated aluminium propeller shafts for the centre driveline (2pcs).

View the other products here

September 30, 2020

OS Speed T1204 .12 engine

OS Engines have released their new OS Speed T1204 .12 engine. Featuring improved torque at medium to low speeds, the throttle response has also been improved. This has been achieved through a newly designed crankshaft with different counter weight shape which has had two tungsten weights installed for improve performance. The cooling head has also been changed to improve cooling, while the button and its o-ring has been modified to prevent dust entering this area. The T1204 is sold separately or as a combo with a TT01 EFRA2672 silencer with EX manifold MT03.

View the combo set here

September 29, 2020

Maclan MRR V3 stock competition motors

Available in 13.5, 17.5 & 21.5 turns the new Maclan MRR V3 stock competition motors are the latest effort by Maclan Racing. Based on the successful V2 platform it sports various updates to take the overall performance to the next level. Improvements such as the all new 1-piece precision machined motor can design that eliminates the need for long motor can screws. The new design uses a total of 5 short screws saving weight and no more optional screws required. The all new stator shape meets the latest ROAR regulations for the highest legal performance, while the realigned sensor positions give a more accurate reading. Finally, the premium ultra high torque rotor is now standard by default.

View more photos of the MRR V3 here

September 29, 2020

JConcepts React 2.2″ 2wd & 4wd rear open cell inserts

JConcepts have come with their React 2.2″ 2wd & 4wd rear open cell inserts. One common adjustment made during carpet and turf racing is altering the rear tire insert. One of the recent trends is utilising a narrower rear insert while racing on carpet and turf, which has shown to produce different handling characteristics. The narrower design leaves more room for sidewall plunge providing more side-bite. In addition, the insert is low-profile, tight, and compact so the tire maintains its small shape for quick and nimble transition and acceleration.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

September 29, 2020

Kyosho Mini-Z Turbo Optima Mid special edition

New from Kyosho in their popular Mini-Z buggy line comes this nostalgic Turbo Optima Mid special edition. Available in both yellow or white versions, this Readyset comes with a FHSS 2.4Ghz transmitter and just requires 6 AAA batteries and you are ready to go. Set upon their proven 4wd Mini-Z buggy platform, it features fully independent suspension, coil over shock absorbers, a slipper clutch, high torque servo, brushed motor, pre cut & painted bodyshell and is supplied with the Synchro KT-531P transmitter.

View more images of the buggy here

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