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September 15, 2015

JConcepts B5 series servo mount bracket

JConcepts have introduced a special servo mount for Team Associated’s fifth generation off-road vehicles. Constructed of billet aluminium and available in either blue or black colors, the part offers benefits over the stock mount configuration. First, the mount fits snug inside the chassis servo mounting area increasing the support across while the two screw mounting locations are beefy in design and zeroed in for a direct mount to that chassis. Second, the bracket has locations on each side for included 3x6mm setscrews to help align and maintain servo position during racing conditions, crashes and hard hits. The set screws are intended to touch-off against the servo case and provide additional support keeping the servo in the intended position which helps maintain consistent steering trim. The servo mount bracket can be installed without any modifications or additional equipment in the 5-series of vehicles, such as the B5, T5 and SC5, and immediately brings peace of mind to the detail-oriented racer.

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September 15, 2015

Jake Mayo doubles at JBRL Electric Series Rd7

Round 7 of this year’s JBRL Electric Series was held at Rainman’s Hobby & Raceway in Bakersfield, California. In the 2WD Modified Buggy class Jake Mayo came out successful in front of runner-up Kevin Motter. Shawn Blackwell Sr. would round out the podium in third place.

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September 14, 2015

Schelle B5M Factor Lite & B5 ceramic ball bearing sets

Schelle Racing Innovations have expanded their Black Diamond series ceramic ball bearing sets to include a B5M Factory Lite Car set and a B5 axle set. The Factory Lite Car set includes all 14 ceramic bearings for the gearbox and four Axles to roll on low-drag ceramic balls. On top of that, the set includes ten Onyx chrome steel ball races to cover the steering bellcranks and diff internals. The ceramic axle set contains eight ceramic bearings to equip the front and rear axles with premium Black Diamond Ceramic bearings. The set fits all B5, B5M, B5M Factory Lite, T5M, and SC5M vehicles.

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September 14, 2015

JConcepts HF2 short course bodyshell

JConcepts have introduced their latest 1/10th short course bodyshell, the HF2. Specifically designed for mid-motor SCT trucks, the radical Hi-Flow 2 body has all new elements which take SCT tuning to the next level. With more reliable stability, increased speeds and more cornering ability in the SCT class, the body will effectively lowering the centre of gravity thanks to a low-profile design to further up performance. Air escape details, such as full rear opening capability just behind the cab as well as larger and more open louvers near the tail end of the bed help to fine-tune the body to the driver’s preferences. The wheel wells are an area of focus on the HF2 body with an edgier appeal and pronounced flare to them. The openings allow for more tire clearance throughout suspension travel and also provide a little release of air during high-speed cornering. The rear number plates have been updated to accommodate the lower roof line and also detailed for appearance. As a bonus, the body includes an HF decal sheet for compatibility as well as window mask and customer letter to fill the accessory package.

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September 9, 2015

Arrma Fury BLX 1/10th 2WD short course truck

Arrma’s Fury 1/10th scale 2WD RTR short course truck is now available as brushless-powered BLX variant. The backbone of the truck is a long wheelbase aluminium twin vertical plate chassis while an inner composite frame houses the steering servo and battery pack. Sturdy suspension components allow for easy toe and camber changes while a tough 3-gear gearbox with gear differential is build to withstand the rigour of racing and bashing. Included are also factory-installed and waterproof electronics such as a strong 6kg-cm steering servo with metal gears as well as a waterproof 80A speed controller and a 3600kv brushless motor. The kit is rounded out by grippy all-terrain short course tyres and a pre-painted bodyshell along a wall charger and 2.4GHz radio system.

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September 9, 2015

Serpent Spyder shock absorber option parts

Coming from Serpent and made for the Spyder line of 1/10th off-road vehicles are several shock absorber option parts. First up are bottom aluminium caps with additional machining for improved looks. The CNC-machined 7075-T6 alloy parts come black anodised and the machining not only adds visual impact, it also allows to better grip the caps for a tighter fit of the parts.

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September 9, 2015

Schelle B5M aluminium C suspension mount

Coming from Schelle Racing Innovations and made for the Team Associated B5M, T5M and SC5M is an aluminium C suspension mount. Weighing in at only 5 gram the CNC-machined part is available in black or blue anodising and while adding security and durability it also allows to change the toe-in and anti-squat inserts without removing the mount from the chassis.

Source: Schelle Racing Innovations [schelleracing.com]

September 9, 2015

Belgian SCT Cup Rd5 – Report

Belgian SCT Cup Rd5 - Report

The MBV Kampenhout played host for the fifth round of the Belgian SCT Cup on their fun yet selective astro turf track. The day started off wet and slippery and the track would stay like this until the fourth qualifying round. In the Pro2 class, Laurent Halluin (Team Associated) would take three of the four qualifiers to grab the overall TQ with the only 12 laps run. Runner-up Nicolas Evens (TLR) scored one round TQ and two second places to obtain the 2 spot on the grid in front of Tom Pierard (TLR) who completed the top 3 result.

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