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July 11, 2012

Associated 16° caster blocks and spindles

Precision machined from 7075 aluminium, these 16° caster blocks and spindles have been tested and developed by Team Associated’s top pilots to provide a more forgiving steering feel and improved suspension characteristics. Used to secure wins at countless events, including the Silver State Nitro Challenge, Alabama Manufacturers Shootout and French Nationals, the Vertical Caster Blocks and Spindle assembly further optimizes the geometry for all RC8 vehicle platforms. Features include integrated steering stops, lowered roll center, allows lubrication of bearings while assembled and hat bushings and pins are now secured with set screws. They fit all early and later models of the RC8, RC8T, and SC8, nitro and electric.

Source: Associated [teamassociated.com]

July 11, 2012

Labor Day Shootout – Announcement

A Main Hobbies is proud to announce the annual Labor Day Shootout, a staple of the Northern California racing scene, will be held August 30 through September 2 as the inaugural major racing event held at the brand new Silver Dollar RC Raceway! Located on the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico, CA, Silver Dollar RC Raceway was built in 2012 as the ideal location for large RC racing events and was selected to host the 2013 IFMAR Electric Off-Road World Championships. The Labor Day Shootout is the first opportunity for racers from outside of the local area to see the new facility firsthand and compete on the fresh NorCal soil. Classes for 1/8-scale nitro vehicles, as well as electric short course trucks, will be offered at this grand opening event. More information can be found here.

July 11, 2012

Smokem Racing 417FX chassis plate

The Smokem FX chassis is now available for the TRF417 and TRF417X. The new 417FX features a unique carbon weave that is integral to its innovative design. The design and carbon specification was meticulously engineered, tested and refined over many months with the help of a well known TRF driver. The 2.2mm thick chassis has an overall width of only 88mm to minimize scrubbing during hard cornering. By incorporating many symmetrical elements throughout its design, the 417FX is perfectly balanced in its flex characteristics. This delivers consistent handling from corner to corner, lap after lap. And by complementing this distinctive design with a unique, high performance carbon weave, the 417FX delivers unparalleled steering response while maximizing rear traction.

View another image of the chassis plate here

July 11, 2012

Armin Baier wins Rd5 in Southern Germany

Last weekend the MCC Türkheim hosted the 5th round of the Southern German Championship. Although the weather forecast didn’t look too good, the actual weather was great throughout the entire weekend. In class 1 Christoph Pietsch, Robert’s uncle, took TQ with his OS powered Mugen while second place went to Armin Baier, running a Picco powered Motonica P81RS2 and third was Shepherd / Sonic driver Maximilian Vogl. In class 2 Ralf Drachsler, Mugen / RB took the top spot in front of Maximilian Günther, Motonica P81RS2 / Picco and Alexander Bremberger.

Continue reading the report here

July 11, 2012

S-Workz S350 BE1 conversion kit

S-Workz have been in touch to tell us that their S350 BE1 conversion kit is now available. The set allows you to convert your gas powered BK1 1/8th scale buggy into the brushless BE1 and comes complete with everything you need, minus electronics, such as new chassis, battery mounts, body shell etc.

Source: S-Workz [sworkz.com]

July 11, 2012

Serpent 747 chassis, wishbones & ARBs

Serpent have released more new optional parts for their 747 1/10th 200mm chassis. First up is a CNC machined 3mm aerospace quality 7075 T6 aluminium chassis plate featuring a symmetrical design to create equal torsion. Other features include chamfered edges, countersunk holes and cooling holes for the engine plus it is hard anodised for extra stiffness. Also new are these hard rear lower arms which can be used in place of the medium hardness kit versions to help improve performance under high grip conditions and high temperatures. Finally Serpent now offers 5 rear anti-roll bars for the 747 to fine-tuning your set-up. Made from top-quaity spring-steel, they are black-coated and have a line indicator for thickness. Available in 1.8mm to 2.2mm thicknesses.

View the other products here

July 11, 2012

F.V.S.S. bearing grease

F.V.S.S. bearing grease provides great protection to your bearing by maintaining lubrication and adding an extra barrier that helps block dust/dirt to reach the deep groove. This grease is a light white and capable of performing at temps between -50°C to 150°C and ensures incredible smoothness, extending the life of your bearing. The grease is supplied in a syringe which makes it super easy to apply. The syringe holds 1 oz (19 g) of grease and ships as pictured minus the ziplock bag which includes a rubber sealing tip.

Source: F.V.S.S. [fvssshop.it]

July 11, 2012

JConcepts Summer Tour race 2 report

The JConcepts Summer Tour had its second stop this past weekend. The race was hosted by eXtreme Hobby Zone in Winter Haven, FL. The small outdoor track made for some tight racing and the Black Grooved center meant you had to stay in the line or risk ending up sideways. There was plenty of shade for the pits but an extremely bright sunny day kept the 83 entries nice and toasty. Two rounds of qualifying kicked off just before 10am and with a smoothly run program the final main finished just before 5pm.

Read the full report here.