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Ryan Maifield doubles at Golden Week off-road race

Posted: 04 May 2017 07:58 AM PDT

The Golden Week Off-road Championship, one of the longest running events in Japan, took place at the Yatabe Arena with Yokomo’s Ryan Maifield attending as a special guest. Ultimately Ryan would sweep the race, taking the wins in both the 2WD and 4WD classes from the Kyosho duo of Yusuke Sugiura in 2nd and Juriya Kajiwara 3rd in 2WD while the 4WD podium was rounded out by Yokomo’s Kaito Kodera and Kai Kikuchi.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

JConcepts 1988 Chevy Silverado MT body shell

Posted: 04 May 2017 07:25 AM PDT

Coming from JConcepts is the 1988 Chevy Silverado monster truck body shell. The 1988 styling is very clean, updated, refined and did not display the boxy looks from the early 80’s. The fleetside design is spot-on featuring slight curvature to the main shape, new headlights, grille treatment and form-fitting wheel wells. The slight flare to the tyre openings give just a little wrinkle to the bed-sides and front fenders to accommodate different sized tyres for maximum versatility. The JConcepts body includes a decal sheet that makes detailing out the headlights, taillights and grille a breeze while window mask allows the user to quickly get the body into paint. Also included is a Racerback which fits the ’88 perfectly to recreate trucks all the way into the early 1990’s. The standard cab body has an 11″ wheelbase and fits retro and race monster trucks as a drop-on giving the all important clearance and functionality.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

Mustafa Alp doubles at Turkish On-road Champs Rd1

Posted: 04 May 2017 07:17 AM PDT

Round 1 of the Turkish On-road Championship was held at the Efmod Track in İzmir. Unlike last year the weather was nice all weekend and in the Electric Touring Prostock class it was Mustafa Alp who took the TQ after winning three of the five qualifiers. In the finals Mustafa came out fastest in A1 and A2 to take the overall win early, leaving Ahmet Kasap and young Poyraz Serezlioğlu in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Prostock final results:
1. Mustafa Alp – Xray
2. Ahmet Kasap – Xray
3. Poyraz Serezlioğlu – Xray
4. Berk Öğretmen – Xray
5. Onur Karaçuhalılar – Xray
6. Sefer Kürşad Alalma – Xray
7. Tom How – Xray
8. Ata Kahvecioglu – Xray
9. Emirhan Savaş – Xray
10.Murat Çağış – Xray

In Nitro Touring Mustafa again took three qualifying rounds to lock up the pole position for the main final that he would win with a 9-laps margin on runner-up, Mertcan Çakmak, who made his way up slowly but steadily.

Nitro Touring final results:
1. Mustafa Alp – Xray
2. Mertcan Çakmak – Xray
3. Mert Ekinci – n/a
4. Ali Kaya – n/a
5. Alain Sarafyan – Xray
6. Onur Vardar – Xray
7. Utku Kızıldağ – Xray
8. Mert Köroğlu – Xray
9. Suat Bayrakal – Xray
10.Halit Körpe – Xray

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

JConcepts Aero S-Type 1/10th buggy rear wing

Posted: 04 May 2017 06:52 AM PDT

JConcepts have introduced the next generation of 1/10th buggy rear wings with the new Aero S-Type. It includes options not yet seen before on a 1/10th off-road rear wing. An extended rear gurney lip makes tuning that much better for more grip on the loose surfaces while running the latest generation in off-road. The base of the wing design is built on the popular Aero wing but with new additions which make the wing more durable and more adjustable. The S-Type wing is a direct bolt-on piece for the Team Associated B6/B6D and B64/B64D. The wing features a long chord construction with revised section to incorporate some reinforced ribbing in the vertical plane below the over-hanging gurney. Cut-lines and dimpled locations are positioned throughout for trim and tuning options. The dimples in the rear can be reamed to expose larger holes which serve as pass-through for circulating air and helps the vehicle maintain its position during long flight jumps.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

South-African Electric On-road Nats Rd2 – Report

Posted: 04 May 2017 06:15 AM PDT

The second round of the 2017 South-African ORE national championship was held at the newly-built Gear Raceway in Ballito. The outdoor asphalt track offered a mixed layout with medium traction with the grass infield took many victims during the weekend. It was evident from the start that local driver and owner, Deon Gove was the man to beat while Jason Hillcoat, Ashley Hurley and Hein Kotze also were pretty fast during the pre-national practise weekend.

Right from the start the battle for Touring Modified TQ was on between Jason Hillcoat and Hein Kotze. Jason took Q1 followed closely by Antonio Caroli and Hein Kotze. In Q2 it was Hein Kotze who had a great TQ run but his transponder failed to register his last laps and Jason took Q2 followed by Anderton Smith. Hein came out flying in Q3 with a great run but with Jason finishing 2nd, the TQ position was all his on a better tie-breaker. The grid was eventually finalised in Q4 with Hein Kotze 2nd, Antonio Caroli 3rd and Anderton Smith in 4th.

In A1 Jason started well but Hein Kotze caught up to him with a faster run at around lap 10, but a run-off in the grass saw him fall down the grid. Jason won A1 followed by youngsters Willem Janse van Rensburg and Ashley Hurley. In A2 Jason showed his consistency and led from the start. Hein Kotze again caught up to him with a much faster run but unfortunately got a rear body tuck when he made a pass on Jason. He still managed to finish 2nd followed by Nian du Toit in 3rd. Jason’s great consistency and win in A2 also secured him the overall win. Jason decided not to run in A3 which allowed Hein Kotze and Antonio Caroli to show their pace with Hein winning A3 and Antonio achieving a 2nd place after coming from last place due to an excursion in the grass. The final podium spots for the event were Hein Kotze 2nd and Antonio Caroli 3rd.

Modified Touring final results:
1. Jason Hillcoat – Tamiya
2. Hein Kotze – Xray
3. Antonio Caroli – Xray
4. Jacques Liebenberg – Capricorn
5. Nian du Toit – Xray
6. Ashley Hurley – Xray
7. Willem Janse van Rensburg – VBC Racing
8. Anderton Smith – Xray
9. Deon Gove – Xray
10.Pedro de Gouveia – Xray

The Touring Pro-Stock class was very competitive with a great battle between Jonathan Wilken, Hennie Viljoen, Michael Rabe and Jared Rabe with Jonathan taking the TQ honours. Jonathan Wilken managed to win both A1 and A2 to settle for the win and it was a great battle between Hennie Viljoen, Michael Rabe and Jared Rabe for the final podium positions. It was the youngster Jared Rabe, who came from 4th on the grid, to take a great 2nd place.

Pro-Stock 13.5T final results:
1. Jonathan Wilken – Xray
2. Jared Rabe T4 – Xray
3. Hennie Viljoen – VBC Racing
4. Michael Rabe – Xray
5. Lieb Liebenberg – Serpent
6. Brett Ross – Xray
7. Fanie Viljoen Sr. – VBC Racing
8. Grant Lavis – Xray
9. Yashin Ramdhin – VBC Racing
10.Bainka Landman – Xray

In Formula 21.5T itt were the usual fast drivers Jonathan Wilken, Pedro de Gouveia and Tyronne Wilken who showed great pace from the start. Ultimately it was Pedro who took TQ, Tyronne starting 2nd and newcomer Nico Kellerman starting from 3rd on the grid after showing some great pace. In the finals Pedro de Gouveia drove fast and consistent to win both A1 and A2 in order to secure the overall victory with Nico Kellerman fighting hard for his 2nd place. The driver of the day was Brett Ross who finished 3rd overall after starting from 10th on the grid.

Formula 21.5T final results:
1. Pedro de Gouveia – Xray
2. Nico Kellerman – Xray
3. Brett Ross – Xray
4. Piet du Plessis – Xray
5. Tyronne Wilken – Yokomo
6. Jonathan Wilken – Xray
7. Michael Rabe – Xray
8. Wayde Solomon – Xray
9. Francois Erasmus – Xray
10. Jared Rabe – Xray

In the FWD class it was Paul van der Westhuizen who dominated the qualifying and eventually managing to TQ followed closely by Bulli Marais and youngster Nico Kellerman. The three of them also finished in the same order in Sunday’s mains.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

Federico Barbieri wins at LRP-AE Summer Champs Rd1

Posted: 04 May 2017 04:36 AM PDT

Capricorn team driver Federico Barbieri took another convincing TQ and win in the Touring 10.5 Stock class at the first round of the LRP-Associated Summer Championship held on the La Valletta track. Winning all three rounds of qualifying, he managed to transform his pole position into a win in A1, finishing 2.2 seconds ahead of Gianluca Beggio’s Xray, while in A2 he DNF due to a technical problem. Federico then managed to keep his cool and went on to win again ahead of Beggio with a lead of 3.2 seconds. The final’s podium would be completed by Gianluca Beggio (Xray) and Ruggero Zanusso (Team Associated).

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

Ultimate Racing MBX7 series receiver battery box

Posted: 04 May 2017 04:31 AM PDT

Coming from Ultimate Racing and made for Mugen’s MBX7 series of nitro buggies and trucks is a 3-D-printed receiver battery box. Designed to do away with the vehicle’s standard “strap on” design, the box is large enough to take most straight-type receiver batteries while also allowing to leave the connectors inside the box for even greater protection against the elements. The 2-piece part is 3-D-printed from highly impact resistant material and self-locking nuts ensure that the screw threads do not get stripped over time. The box fits both the MBX7 and MBX7R kits.

Source: Modelix Racing [modelixracing.com]

WRC Racing GTX 1.3 1/8th nitro on-road kit

Posted: 04 May 2017 03:02 AM PDT

WRC Racing from Italy have introduced their GTX 1.3 1/8th nitro on-road kit. Based on the previous GTX the 2017 version has received some subtle updates such as an aerodynamically shaped front bumper, a new floating radio plate system and a redesigned fuel tank, the latter making for a lowered overall centre of gravity. Also part of the 1.3 package is a new rear diffusor for improved rear end protection and downforce.

Source: WRC Racing [wrc-racing.com]

TQ Wire TQ11 11AWG wire

Posted: 04 May 2017 02:21 AM PDT

TQ Wire have introduced their new TQ11, an 11AWG wire that is thinner than average 12 gauge wire. Constructed from 2,303 strands of bare copper in a super thin silicone jacket, the wire as a 4.2mm outer diameter – providing a larger conductor in a more compact space. It is meant to have more copper than standard 12 gauge wire, allowing for increased current flow and lower voltage loss without having to use bulkier wires. The wire is available in 3 inch and 25 inch packs.

Source: TQ Wire [tqwire.com]

Highest DLP650 “X” orange low-profile digital servo

Posted: 04 May 2017 01:53 AM PDT

Coming from Highest is the new DLP650 “X” orange low-profile digital servo. The high-voltage compatible servo features a black all-aluminium case with orange edge details, it utilises an all-metal geartrain, 25T servo spline and it comes including an aluminium servo arm and a 170mm all-black receiver wire.

Specifications:
– Operating voltage: 6.0~7.4V
– Operating temperature range: -10 to +60 Degree C
– Operating speed (6.0V): 0.07sec
– Operating speed (7.4V): 0.06sec
– Dynamic torque (6.0V): 7.1kg-cm / 98.7 oz-in
– Dynamic torque (7.4V): 8.3kg-cm / 115.4 oz-in
– Motor type: High efficiency coreless motor
– Size: 39.5×20.0x30.3mm
– Weight: 54.5 g

Source: Mibosport [mibosport.com]