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Justin Fales doubles at ROAR Region 4 champs

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 09:07 AM PST

Southside RC Raceway of Lake City, Florida played host to the ROAR Region 4 champs recently. In the premier 1/8th Pro Nitro Buggy class it was Justin Fales with the win from JR Mitch 2nd, Jimbo Kvidera 3rd and Gene Hickerson 4th.

Over in Pro Nitro Truggy it was again Justin Fales with the win from Chris Marrant 2nd and Gene Hickerson 3rd. Aaron Siked would round out the top 4 results. In the 40+ Nitro Buggy A-main Gene Hickerson brought home the win from Matt Mehring 2nd and Kawri Brown 3rd.

Source: Dialed-RC Hobbies [dialedhobbies.com]

SWorkz S12 & S14/104 series carbon slipper pads

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 07:33 AM PST

Coming from SWorkz and made for the S12 and S14/104 series of 1/10th off-road vehicles is a 3-piece set of carbon fibre slipper clutch pads. They are made of high-quality fibre material and offer a two-sided design with one being flat and the other offering a machined turbo fan apperance. Using the pads will allow for finer slipper clutch adjustment, improved torque transfer and less fading during the run. The pads fit the S12-1 2WD and S14-2/S104 Evo 4WD vehicles.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

Hexfly HX series 1/8th & 1/10th speed controllers

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 07:18 AM PST

Hexfly announces the release of its new line of RC brushless electronic speed controllers for 1/8th and 1/10th scale electric vehicles. The ESCs are manufactured by Hobbywing and fit many different classes and scales of RC vehicles. Hexfly currently offers four different ESC models to choose from, the HEX10, HEX8, HEX6 6S, and HEX6 8S. While the HEX10-120 is perfect for all 1/10 scale monster trucks, stadium trucks, and short course trucks, it can also be used in cars and buggies. HEX8-150 is usable for all 1/8 scale trucks, touring cars, buggies, and truggies. The HEX6 for 1/6th scale vehicles comes in two different configurations, 6S or 8S. Each brushless ESC comes with necessary mounting and wiring hardware, which allows the consumers to solder on their own choice of battery connector. Wires, shrink tubing, mounting tape, and zip ties are all included with each ESC.

HX-HEX10-120 specifications:
– Application: 1/10 vehicles
– Input Voltage: 2-4s LiPo/6-12 Cells NiMH
– Con./Peak Current: 120A/830A
– BEC Voltage: Switch Mode: 6V/7.4V, 4A
– Motor/Battery Wiring: 12AWG
– Battery Connectors: Not Included (requires soldering)
– Motor Connectors: 4.0 Bullet Connectors (Female)
– Supported Motors: Sensorless Brushless
– Dimensions: 49×39.5×34.7mm
– Weight: 105g
– Waterproof

HX-HEX8-150 specifications:
– Application: 1/8 vehicles
– Input Voltag: 3-6S LiPo/9-18 Cells NiMH
– Con./Peak Current: 150A/950A
– BEC Voltage: Switch Mode: 6V/7.4V, 6A
– Motor/Battery Wiring: 10AWG
– Battery Connectors: Not Included (requires soldering)
– Motor Connectors: 6.5 Bullet Connectors (Female)
– Supported Motors: Sensorless Brushless
– Dimensions: 59.8x48x36.8mm
– Weight: 173g
– Waterproof

HX-HEX6- 160-6S specifications:
– Applications: 1/6, 1/7, 1/8 vehicles on 6S
– Input Voltage: 3-6S LiPo/9-18 Cells NiMH
– Con./Peak Current: 160A/1050A
– BEC Voltage: Switch Mode: 6V/7.4V, 6A
– Motor/Battery Wiring: 10AWG
– Battery Connectors: Not Included (requires soldering)
– Motor Connectors: 6.5 Bullet Connectors (Female)
– Supported Motors: Sensorless Brushless
– Dimensions: 70x56x46.5mm
– Weight: 240g
– Waterproof

HX-HEX6- 160-8S:
– Applications: 1/6 and 1/7 vehicles on 6S/8S
– Input Voltage: 3-8S LiPo/9-24 Cells NiMH
– Con./Peak Current: 160A/1050A
– BEC Voltage: Switch Mode: 6V/7.4V, 6A
– Motor/Battery Wiring: 10AWG
– Battery Connectors: Not Included (requires soldering)
– Motor Connectors: 6.5 Bullet Connectors (Female)
– Supported Motors: Sensorless Brushless
– Dimensions: 70x56x46.5mm
– Weight: 240g

Source: Redcat Racing [redcatracing.com]

Jörn Neumann teams up with Schumacher

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 05:50 AM PST

Schumacher Racing welcome multi-time former EOS, Reedy Race Champion and Worlds top qualifier Jörn Neumann to the team. Jörn has a racing pedigree of the highest order including most recently super strong performances at the Off Road Worlds in China and Schumacher are pleased to strengthen the off-road team with the German, alongside their long term and recently re-signed Michal Orlowski. Jörn’s first races will be the DHI Cup in Denmark and Reedy Race in the USA and he had the following to say:

I would first like to thank Robin, Mark, Trish and Norbert for this great opportunity to run for Schumacher. I am looking forward for a superb future with a fantastic team. Onto a successful 2018.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

Robert Batlle Ninja-powered for 2018 and beyond

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 04:15 AM PST

Following his split with 2017 engine suppliers Picco, Spanish 1/8th off-road super star Robert Batlle will run Ninja engines in 2018 and beyond. The Spaniard leaves behind a somewhat mixed season, however his 2017 campaign was crowned by a third European Championship title that he hopes to build on in 2018. Robert says:

Hello guys! I am Ninja engines driver for the upcoming years! I would like to thank Sanada San, all #mugenfamily and, of course, Stefan from MSE for believing in me for this awesome project. Since now I will represent our complete package of car/engine around the world, it motivates me a lot!

Source: Mugen [mugen.eu]

VBC Racing FX18 Lightning formula car kit

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 03:30 AM PST

VBC Racing have introduced their all-new FX18 Lightning 1/10th scale formula pan car kit. The vehicle utilises a new carbon fibre chassis with an updated design and a very narrow lower plate to prevent the chassis from scrubbing during hard cornering. New upper side plates build the base for the body mounts, side links and the tweak-free transverse battery mount. Adjustable battery stoppers allow for a front or rear battery position while a redesigned floating servo mount ensures equal left-right chassis flex. Other features include new composite upper link and steering link ball cups, front aluminium steering knuckles, the TBBS-P progressive centre shock as well as 7075-T6 aluminium body height adjusters. Also new are an updated power pod design that allows the use of an optional motor cooling fan, a new rear pivot and the kit is rounded out by Mon-Tech Racing front and rear wings.

New features:
– New side link design to prevent chassis grind during cornering
– Durable super steel upper arm turnbuckle
– 7075-T6 rear axle left
– Rear pod mount with slot to accommodate motor cooling fan
– New rear pivot design
– 7075-T6 steering knuckles
– Adjustable carbon steel front wheel axle
– New composite upper link ball Ccups
– New composite steering ball cups
– New chassis design for improved performance and stability
– Mon-Tech front and rear diffuser included
– Transverse layout for shorty battery with adjustable position
– Adjustable tweak-free battery mount
– New TBBS-P progressive shock design
– New floating servo design
– New chassis design for improved performance
– 7075-T6 body height adjusters

Source: VBC Racing [vbcracing.com]

Thilo Tödtmann wins at German EP on-road regional

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 02:02 AM PST

Last weekend the second round of the German electric on-road regionals, a qualification race for the German nationals, took place in Grossauheim near Frankfurt. In the Formula class Shepherd‘s own Thilo Tödtmann took the TQ honours and in the finals two wins in A1 and A2 secured Thilo the overall victory, with the fight for the runner-up spot being undecided until the last final. With a clean run Markus Specko defended his position and took the overall 2nd place with Andreas Giesa obtaining the final podium spot making it an all-Shepherd podium.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

Bezerk RC YZ-4 SF slipper eliminator

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 01:12 AM PST

Coming from Bezerk RC and made for the Yokomo YZ-4 SF is a slipper eliminator. The set includes parts to do away with the slipper clutch in favour of a fixed, simpler driveline which makes for a lighter drivetrain for stock racing classes. The design allows to use standard “on-road” 48 pitch or 64 pitch spur gears and included in the set are the parts marked in red, a spur gear plate, a small spacer, a stepped spacer to fit just inside the bearing and a spacer to replace the spring.

Source: Bezerk RC [bezerk.com.au]

Team Powers carbon & aluminium on-road car stand

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 01:08 AM PST

Coming soon from Team Powers is an on-road car stand constructed from carbon fibre and aluminium. The multifunctional item incorporates a ride height gauge, two droop gauge support blocks, droop gauge as well as a 3mm/4mm turnbuckle wrench and camber gauge while four strategically-placed holes in the upper carbon fibre deck take shock absorbers during setup and maintenance as do two holes for gear differentials. The ride height gauge offers an adjustment range of 3.8mm to 7.5mm in 0.2mm increments, the droop gauge support blocks measure 85x10mm, the droop gauge offers a 4mm to 6.5mm range in 0.5mm increments and the camber gauge is pre-set with 1.5 to 3.0 degree settings. The setup stand weighs in at 308g in total and it will hit stores soon.

Source: Team Powers [team-powers.com]

SWorkz sign Martin Wollanka

Posted: 02 Jan 2018 01:04 AM PST

SWorkz have announced the signing of Austrian frontrunner, Martin Wollanka to their team. The former European vice-champion, multi-time Euros A-finalist and multi-time Austrian champion will race SWorkz cars in 1/8th and 1/10th off-road classes from now on. The former long-time Xray driver has the following to say:

I am very happy to switch into the SWorkz team where I get full support and respect. The cars are really fast with many smart details. I will race 1/8 and 1/10 class. And I am sure we will do even better in 2018. See you on the track.

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]