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Schumacher US Grand Prix 2019 – Announcement

Posted: 12 Apr 2019 06:41 AM PDT

The Schumacher US Grand Prix 2019 will be held at RC Madness, Enfield, Connecticut on the 10th and 11th of August. The race will see the usual Modified, 13.5T and 17.5T buggy and truck classes with Schumacher spec tyres being mandatory for all categories. As a special guest Schumacher’s Michal Orlowski will be in attendance and sign-up is available here.

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Xray GTXE 1/8th electric GT kit

Posted: 12 Apr 2019 03:08 AM PDT

Xray are busy adding more 2019 specification kits to their line-up with the electric-powered GTXE 1/8th on-road kit being the latest vehicle to receive the ’19 treatment. The car received some subtle changes to further up consistency and overall performance with the first area to receive updated being the front and rear gear differentials.

The all-new high-volume differentials were developed to improve vehicle control and consistency over long runs and enhance reliability. The differentials feature larger capacity cases, as well as larger internal gears with more teeth for improved differential moment. The larger oil volume and the shape of the gear teeth reduce fluid overheating while the diff pins have a new, stronger design to improve reliability.

The kit’s all-new front lower and upper arms are moulded using a harder material to improve response and to maintain bind-free suspension movement in dusty or hot conditions. The longer rear arms help create more forward traction and allow quicker acceleration out of corners. The rear arms are also moulded from an extra hard material for consistent and responsive performance. The updated front upper arm geometry allows for less caster to improve the steering characteristics, increase the overall steering and help reduce tyre wear.

Also in the suspension department, the rear uprights feature new larger outer 8x16x5mm ball-bearings for increased reliability and life-span. To expand the set-up alternatives, an additional lower roll-center adjustment position was added. The design allows the same upright to be used on both left and right sides and the wheelbase position is adjustable using two shims along the lower suspension pin. In addition, the rear uprights feature integrated geometry adjustments including camber, upper and lower roll center and wheelbase.

To match the updated suspension geometry, new longer camber links accommodate the revised roll center positions on the new uprights.

New, narrower rear suspension holders work together with the new longer rear arms to improve overall grip, forward traction and allow earlier acceleration at corner exit.

The included GT shock absorbers were redesigned with new shock caps and cell shock membranes. The all-new shock caps feature four bleeding holes for easier building, setup and maintenance and a more precise shock rebound setting. The cell shock membranes have less air gap that helps to generate more grip. The redesigned shape of the composite bushings result in free operation even in dusty conditions. Also included in the kit are new harder front and rear anti-roll bars with a 2.8mm wire in the front and a 3.0mm wire in rear which results in less chassis roll and thus improved corner speed and stability. The kit will hit stores very soon.

Key features:
– All-new front and rear diffs with increased oil capacity increase traction and consistency
– All-new front upper arm with reduced caster improves the steering characteristics and decreases tire wear
– All-new harder lower front arms increases response and corner speed
– All-new rear upright with 8x16x5mm outer ball-bearings for increased reliability and lifespan
– All-new narrower rear suspension arm holders
– All-new longer rear arm for increased stability and grip
– All-new shock membrane with reduced air gap generates more grip
– All-new shock cap with 4 vent holes to compliment the new shock membrane
– Longer rear camber link
– 2.8mm front and 3.0mm rear anti-roll bars

Find the full presentation here.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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SRC DSE 190mm touring car body shell

Posted: 12 Apr 2019 02:36 AM PDT

Italian company SRC have finally unveiled their all-new DSE 190mm touring car body shell. Designed to meet EFRA rules the body features a special design for improved rear traction and stability. A flowing front end shape with hood reinforcements will provide enhanced steering response thanks to strengthening the front wheel arch section. To this adds an exclusive side panel design that adds to the overall rigidity of the body that will become available in Xlight and Super-Xlight variants as well as pre-cut for most of today’s touring cars. Supplied with the lid is a new-design 3-dams rear wing that will increase overall downforce in combination with the new-style front roof design.

Source: SRC Racing [facebook.com]

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Hudy 5g & 10g pure Tungsten weights

Posted: 12 Apr 2019 02:34 AM PDT

Hudy have introduced their all-new pure tungsten balancing weights. Made from rare pure Tungsten material, known for its very high density and thus heavy weight, the 5g and 10g weights are a lot smaller than conventional brass or steel balance weights, allowing for easier placement and a cleaner layout. The super small weights also make for lower centre of gravity thanks to their low-profile design. The weights are available separately in 5g and 10g specification.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

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Xray XT2 95mm 2.5mm pin rear driveshaft

Posted: 12 Apr 2019 12:57 AM PDT

Coming from Xray and made for the XT2 stadium truck is a 95mm rear driveshaft with 2.5mm cross pin. Made from Hudy spring steel the shaft offers exceptional durability while still being light of weight. The 2.5mm cross pin design ensures a long lifespan and the driveshaft is recommended when using Xray’s adjustable #325002 ball diff.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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R246 MR03W MML & MR03 RM alloy motor mounts

Posted: 12 Apr 2019 12:24 AM PDT

Kyosho have introduced two new RC Planning R246 aluminium motor mounts for the MR03W and MR03 RM Mini-Z cars. First up is the MML low motor mount for the MR03W MM-type 98mm wheelbase cars. The motor pod allows for axle ride height and fine gear mesh adjustments and it requires additional parts such as the MML roll damper/oil damper set, 2mm narrower rear wheels and the LM differential shaft. Includes in the set come the hybrid aluminum and carbon fibre rear power pod, rear axle inserts as well as an aluminium motor mount.

Also new and coming for the MR03 RM is a hybrid aluminium and carbon fibre motor mount. The design allows for fine ride height and gear mesh adjustments and the set includes all needed hardware.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]

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RPM Traxxas UDR front lower A-arms

Posted: 12 Apr 2019 12:11 AM PDT

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.

Source: RPM [rpmrcproducts.com]

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Bregante & Biurrum win at South American Champs

Posted: 11 Apr 2019 11:52 PM PDT

Calama in Chile played host to the South American Championship recently. In the premier 1/8th Nitro Buggy class it was Nicolas Bregante with the overall win, taking his third South American title following wins in 2017 and 2016. Henrique Winik snatched the vice-championship from Emilio Jurado in 3rd. Young Matias Cardin became best of the rest and also best Junior on his 15th birthday.

Over in the 1/8th E-Buggy class it was again Nicolas with the win from Bryan Borth Lara in 2nd and Nicolas Demicheri in 3rd. Finally in the Nitro Truggy category it was Javier Biurrum with the win from Christian Leiro and Claudio Gaggioni in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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SRC DSE 190mm touring car body shell – Coming soon

Posted: 11 Apr 2019 02:43 PM PDT

Italian company SRC have announced the soon release of their new DSE 190mm touring car body shell. No official details are available yet but we expect full information to surface very soon.

Source: SRC Racing [facebook.com]

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