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April 18, 2019

JConcepts SC6.1 street eliminator optionals

JConcepts have introduced new option parts for street eliminator converted Team Associated SC6.1 trucks in the form of a carbon fibre wheelie bar set and a carbon fibre shock tower. The wheelie bar kit contains carbon fibre rails, aluminium stand-offs, bearing holder and inner race support along with rubber sealed bearings and steel 3mm hardware. This assembly has been designed to work with a 3D printed part available separately from JConcepts’ Shapeways store. The #2714TD bulkhead skid for the wheelie bar is necessary to use existing SC6.1 parts along with the wheelie bar conversion parts to compete the assembly. The JConcepts item replaces #AE71125 which is part of the rear bumper assembly on the SC6.1. An accessory 3D printed net (2715TD) is additionally offered on the JConcepts Shapeways Store. The net is designed to work with conversion parts and can be purchased in white or black colours to match different builds and creations.

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April 18, 2019

XRS Poland Rd5 – Report

The XRS Poland and Polish National finals were held in a joint event in Lodz that attracted more than 130 entries. The race was held in the Zatoka Sportu PL multi-sport facility, making for a perfect venue that saw great sportsman spirit and lots of visitors. In the 2WD and 4WD Modified classes it was Bartek Zambrzycki (Yokomo) with the overall TQ in both categories, while Bartek Zalewski (Xray) secured 2nd position in both classes. Bartek Kramża (Xray), another up and coming driver from Poland, secured the 3rd spot. When the dust had settled after the finals, it was again Bartek Zambrzycki, who took both National Champion titles – for the 4th consecutive year. Bartosz Zalewski came in 2nd in 2WD while Bartek Kramza rounded out the top 3.

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April 16, 2019

JConcepts NCTS Rd2 – Report

This past weekend Northwest Hobbies in Albany, Oregon played host to round 2 of the 2019 JConcepts National Carpet and Turf Series also known as the Northwest Carpet Nationals. The 2019 NW Carpet Nationals layout was very challenging. The track flow was super fast and required a lot of low-speed steering as the angles and turns were really tight, but yet needed balance because of the full length straight and high-speed sweeper that required confident steering and stability. Getting the car setup right was the key to lap speed, but keep in mind the faster you go the harder it is to maintain consistency which led into an internal battle of pushing too hard and going too slow. In 2WD Modified Buggy it was a flawless performance by one of the industry’s brightest young stars as Team Associated’s Broc Champlin scored his 1st major victory on carpet at round 2 of the NCTS. After round 1, Broc was searching for a bit of redemption and with a dominant win in A1 and A2 here at round 2 in 2WD Modified, Broc is starting to emerge as a true competitor on the world scale. Team Yokomo’s Ryan Cavalieri finished 2nd, but is starting to gel better with his new gear and inching closer to his winning ways. AE’s Dustin Evans finally got his car to his liking on main day and found great speed and finished 3rd on the podium.

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April 15, 2019

Reds Racing ZX Pro 160A speed controller

Reds Racing from Italy have introduced their all-new ZX Pro 160A 1/10th scale brushes speed controller. The no-compromised ESC was developed with the input of Reds Racing’s international team of factory drivers and it features an updated firmware with new algorithms for throttle and brake control that result in the smoothest possible throttle and very strong brake feeling. At 95g including wires the controller is also lighter than the previous version while offering new programming functions. The speedo features a built-in power switch and programming port, it utilises a switchable 6V/7.4V BEC system as well as a 30mm fan unit. The ZX Pro is available separately, including programming box or Z-Line motors.

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April 12, 2019

RPM Traxxas UDR front lower A-arms

Coming from RPM is a set of front lower A-arms for the Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer truck. The A-arms are redesigned from the ground up with one goal in mind – making them tougher and building a completely new, original, one-piece A-arm designed with the UDR’s needs in mind. The designers beefed up the support arms in the direction of suspension travel and changed the angle of the A-arm at the pivot ball to improve clearance at the axle carrier. The updated design also counters the fact that the stock arms actually contact the steering bellcrank at full suspension compression and with the wheels turned. Extra clearance on the new parts means less chance of a bottomed-out suspension breaking the bellcrank. Other improvements include slop reduction for improved precision. The arms replace the Traxxas #8532 and #8533 arms and they come in pairs.

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April 10, 2019

Exotek B6.1 2-colour alloy front camber mount

Coming from Exotek due to popular request is a 2-colour alloy front camber mount for the Team Associated B6.1 buggy. Fitting all B6, T6 and SC6 series kits the heavy duty 7075 alloy front bulkhead received Exotek’s popular 2-colour anodising treatment and it is intricately machined to reduce its weight to only 15g – which is only 4g more than stock.

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April 4, 2019

Dash RC R-Tune V2 modified brushless motor

Dash RC have introduced their new R-Tune V2 modified brushless motor. Designed to be lighter and faster than the previous model, the V2 variant features a high airflow arrow design with large openings in the machined aluminium can to guarantee maximum cooling efficiency, a lower weight and minimised power fading in high ambient temperatures. The redesigned stator helps to achieve a much lower internal resistance while offering increased torque which enhances the overall performance. The motor comes equipped with Japan-grade bearings for maximum efficiency and it is available in 3.5T to 8.5T specification for on-road and off-road applications.

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April 2, 2019

Raceform RC Lazer 1/10th SC tyre glueing jig

Coming from Raceform RC is a dedicated Lazer series tyre glueing jig for 1/10th short course tyres. The tool helps to easily and conveniently glue SC tyres, ensuring reliable bonding of rubber and rim. The jig is convertible for the use with 1/8th buggy tyres and the first batch will even include the conversion for free. The tool is made of high-quality polycarbonate material and it is available now.

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