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| Posted: 14 Aug 2019 09:06 AM PDT The annual US GP took place for the second time last weekend. It was once again held at the superb venue in Connecticut of RC Madness. Chris Marcy and his team of people had done a superb job at preparing the track and facilities ready for this event. They even managed to organise the lovely sunshine this year too. Friday was a day of practice and many drivers turned up for this. In the end there were almost 200 entries across all classes. Michal Orlowski and his father Maciej had made the trip across from Poland, they were of course on hand for any technical questions and set up advice that anyone needed. Qualifying took place on Saturday and there was one more qualifying round followed by all mains on Sunday. There was some very close qualifying times, which would mean some superb finals. When the dust had settled it was Michal with the 2WD Mod A-final win from Jeff Statkiewicz in 2nd and Keith Smart in 3rd. 2WD Modified final result: The 4WD Mod Buggy class also saw Michal bringing home the win with Jeff on the runner-up spot. Steve Maizer came in 3rd to round out the podium. 4WD Modified final result: 4WD 13.5 final result: 2WD 17.5 Expert final result: 2WD 17.5 final result: 40 Plus 2WD Modified final result: Mod Stadium Truck final result: 2WD Mod Short Course final result: Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com] The post Schumacher US GP – Report appeared first on Red RC. |
| TMG Speed B74 2mm carbon fibre top decks Posted: 14 Aug 2019 04:50 AM PDT TMG Speed have introduced their new 2.0mm carbon fibre upper decks for the Team Associated B74 buggy. Machined from high-quality carbon fibre the top decks provide increased rigidity when running in high-grip track conditions, making the buggy easier to drive. The front and rear upper deck can be used together or separately, allowing to adjust overall chassis flex to your liking. Source: TMG Speed [tmgspeeduk.com] The post TMG Speed B74 2mm carbon fibre top decks appeared first on Red RC. |
| HNMC Summer Series Rd6 – Report Posted: 14 Aug 2019 04:43 AM PDT Round 6 of the HNMC Summer Series was held last weekend. With weather warnings all over the UK not coming to fruition the Herts Nitro Model Club was blessed with good weather all day as 43 racers entered in the three classes offered. The top qualifier positions went to Jay Williams in Nitro Buggy, to Holger Lykke in E-Buggy and to Carl Chillingworh in Truggy. The 20-minute Buggy A-main then saw Wayne Buckhorne taking the win with a eleven seconds margin on Jeremey Irving while Jay Williams completed the top 3 another three seconds down. Over in E-Buggy it was Holger Lykke with the win from Lewis Ridgley while Carl Chillingworh took the win in Nitro Truggy. Source: BRCA [brca.org] The post HNMC Summer Series Rd6 – Report appeared first on Red RC. |
| Leadfinger Racing SRX8 Pro A2.1 Tactic body shell Posted: 14 Aug 2019 04:17 AM PDT Leadfinger Racing have announced the release of their A2.1 Tactic body shell for the Serpent SRX8 Pro buggy. The A2.1 Tactic body is a one off design that delivers a tuning option in between the original LFR Assassin and A2 Tactic bodies. The idea for the A2.1 body was spawned by Doug and Justin Fales when they were looking to gain more stability and slightly more down force to the existing A2 Tactic that now features several changes. First is the addition of the cowl scoops on the side pods. Depending on the performance the driver is looking for, these can be left alone to add to the overall down force of the car, or owners can choose to drill them out for additional cooling. When opened up, the pipe side of the cowl pulls air directly past the block and manifold of the nitro motor. The next addition was the fin on top of the roof. The advantage is more stability in high speed sections of the track and a more precise feel under hard cornering. Very effective is the additional down force added to both side pods and rear swoop that sets the body directly in between both the Assassin and A2 designs. The A2.1 body for the Serpent SRX8 Pro is available both in light weight or standard thickness and it comes in clear, including window masks, stickers and ready for paint. Source: Leadfinger Racing [leadfingerrc.com] The post Leadfinger Racing SRX8 Pro A2.1 Tactic body shell appeared first on Red RC. |
| RC Maker MMCX CentraFlex top deck set Posted: 14 Aug 2019 03:52 AM PDT Made for the Awesomatix A800 MMCX mid motor car is RC Maker’s new MMCX CentraFlex top deck set. Complimenting RC Maker’s successful “SlimFlex” top deck, the CentraFlex aims to offer a larger range of flex tuning options and characteristics for the A800 MMCX. Conventionally in mid motor setups, the front of the top deck is entirely split in order to be able to slide the top deck over the front belt. This provides a significant amount of flex to the front of the car only, creating quite an imbalance in the top decks flex characteristics. The CentraFlex has been developed to slide in from the side under the belts, and due to the single sided design, can be joined in front of the spur gear to prevent excessive front top deck and bulkhead flex, bringing back the balance of front to rear flex provided by the top deck. As well as this, RC Maker have also added an additional post in front of the spur, to add more options when tuning chassis flex. By installing or removing the two ST019 screws either side of the spur gear, racers can change the flex point of the car instantly, either moving it forwards or backwards to adjust the balance of the car. As well as this tuning option, the part also has braces which can be cut on the top deck to even further alter the flex characteristics, by changing the flex between the bulkheads, and also moving the flex closer to the bulkheads. This provides a lot of option in not only adjusting the flex point of the car, but also the overall flex. Combined with the options provided under the chassis by the motor-mount, it can be a very powerful tuning option in getting the absolute most out of the car. Drivers report a smooth driving feeling, coupled with increased mid-exit corner and high speed steering over the original top deck. It is very adaptable to all different kinds of tracks, with the inserting and removal of ST019 and also cutting braces making substantial differences in the feeling and balance of the car. The set includes the 2.0mm carbon fibre top deck, 6061 alloy top deck post, 1.75mm post shim as well as a AFEP carbon adapter for the top deck post for drivers using RC Maker’s AFEP floating electronics plate. Source: RC Maker [rcmaker.com.au] The post RC Maker MMCX CentraFlex top deck set appeared first on Red RC. |
| Raw Speed Slick 1/8th Buggy tyre Posted: 14 Aug 2019 03:29 AM PDT Raw Speed have introduced their new Slick tread-less tyre for 1/8th scale buggies. Available now in Clay compound and also coming as Soft and Super Soft compounds very soon, the tyre is ideal for prepped high-grip clay tracks and indoor racing. The tyre comes as pair including suitable inserts. Source: Raw Speed [rawspeedrc.com] The post Raw Speed Slick 1/8th Buggy tyre appeared first on Red RC. |
| Destiny RX-10FF cooling fan mount & body stiffener Posted: 14 Aug 2019 03:15 AM PDT Available now from Destiny and made for the RX10-FF front-wheel driver touring car are an aluminium cooling fan mount and a carbon fibre rear body post stiffener. Starting with the motor fan mount, the part is machined from aluminium and it is of a vented design, allowing cooling air to escape for improved cooling efficiency while adding visual impact. The dark anodised mount with machined silver edge details attaches to the front bumper mount and it is usable with standard 30mm fan units. Also new is a carbon fibre body post stiffener that braces the rear body posts for improved stability and thus optimised aerodynamics. The machined carbon fiber brace is a direct fit. Source: Destiny [destinyracing.jp] The post Destiny RX-10FF cooling fan mount & body stiffener appeared first on Red RC. |
| Mark Sousa trifecta at 6th Annual Quebec Classic Posted: 14 Aug 2019 02:19 AM PDT The 6th Annual Quebec Classic race was held at Bego Racing RC Raceway in Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle, Quebec, Canada last weekend. Mark Sousa was in control of things in the Nitro Buggy, Nitro Truggy and E-Buggy classes, taking the overall TQs in all three categories. In Sunday’s Nitro Buggy A-main Mark was able to break away early and pull a comfortable lead. Unfortunately half way through the race Mark had a front clutch bell bearing go bad and he flamed out three times but he was able to get to the finish for the win some 6.3 seconds in front of Damien Lamy while Eric Deschenes cam win 3rd to round out the podium. In Truck Mark had a good start and would lead from beginning to end to take the win with Sam Langer 2nd and Lucas Powers in 3rd. Mark was also able to win A1 and A2 of E-Buggy with Damian Lamy in 2nd both times and Sam Langer rounding out the podium. Source: Xray [teamxray.com] The post Mark Sousa trifecta at 6th Annual Quebec Classic appeared first on Red RC. |
| BF Materials A319 carbon fibre option parts Posted: 14 Aug 2019 01:23 AM PDT BF Materials from Italy have announced the release of new carbon fibre option parts for the Agama A319 1/8th scale buggy. First up is a rear shock tower that utilises the original kit geometry, however precision machined chamfers ensure great durability for demanding track conditions. Other new parts include a carbon fibre front upper steering plate, a steering Ackermann plate as well as 1.5mm front and rear arm inserts. Source: BF Materials [bfmaterials.com] The post BF Materials A319 carbon fibre option parts appeared first on Red RC. |
| MST CFX-W 313mm JP1 series crawlers Posted: 14 Aug 2019 12:59 AM PDT MST have announced the release of their new CFX-W 313mm wheelbase JP1 series crawlers. Available in kit form or as ready-to-run set with pre-painted body shells, the vehicle features a realistic C-channel steel chassis frame for strength and scale looks while the all-metal transmission gear set provides efficiency and durability. The planetary gearbox with dual slipper clutch ensures reliable power supply, increased lifespan of all parts and optimised holding power when it is needed. The 0.6 module spur gear provided additional durability in case of high torque loads. Other features include heavy duty CV-style driveshafts, 4-gear MPA portal axles with 14.4mm offset as well as adjustable shock absorbers. A realistic front motor position helps with climbing performance as does the aluminium 4-link suspension. The kit and RTR sets are rounded out by full ball bearing sets and scale looking 1.9” wheels and tyres. Source: MST [rc-mst.com] The post MST CFX-W 313mm JP1 series crawlers appeared first on Red RC. |
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