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JConcepts have introduced the F2 body shell for the TLR 22 4.0 2WD buggy. Designed with aspects learned from the original Finnisher bodies, the F2 provides an even more aggressive look with included details which remain crucial to performance. Increased windshield angle provides a steady force upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps while the forward cab placement changes the performance and visible bias which help steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have been simplified to remove unwanted changes in height to neutralise the at-speed handling and the rear of the pods have a dual step, scoop treatment which give a first in class look to the F2 body. The rear of the cab has the Finnisher step feature which allows the placement of a secondary side window and also several louver options off the rear. In addition to the newly designed body, JConcepts has included two of the latest Aero S-type rear wings to round out the package.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

Coming from Tekno RC and made for the EB410 1/10th scale 4WD buggy are aluminium stub axles and composite diff gear sets. Starting with the stub axles, they are CNC-machined from 7075 aluminium, hard anodised for wear, and reduce the rotating mass as well as unsprung weight by over 5g per pair. They are a direct replacement for the stock steel stub axles and do not require any additional parts. Although these axles are tough, they are intended to be used for performance improvement in the highly competitive 13.5 4WD class and may not be as durable as the stock counterpart. The axles are available as separate sets for the front and the rear of the buggy.

Also new are composite differential gear. The set reduces rotating mass as well as the overall weight of the EB410 by 8.5g per set, or over 25g of rotating mass reduction overall. Each package will upgrade a single diff, and three packages will completely outfit the EB410. Like the above alloy axles, these gears are intended to be used as a performance upgrade for the highly competitive 13.5 4WD class and may not be as durable as the stock counterpart.

Source: Tekno [teknorc.com]

Round 6 of the Xray Racing Series and Polska Liga Modeli Samochodów PLMS was held in Ściwawka Średnia recently. In the premier Touring Modified the race for the win was on between Michal Blahovsky, Jarosław Siwek and Jakub Michalski. In the end and after a lot of action on the tight, technical and demanding track it was Michal with the win from Jaroslav and Jakub, making it an all-Xray top 3.

The Touring Stock class was a dominated by Jakub Michalski. A solid pole position put him in control of things and he would also come out fastest after the A-mains. The runner-up spot went to young Bruno Zachacz who made a lot of progress lately while the battle for the final podium spot was on between Adrian Lippich and Marek Kusiakiewicz. The last final decided – 40 seconds before finish Marek obtained the valuable 3rd place, but running into a small crash ruined his effort put in the fight for the podium and it was Marek who held the upper hand for another all-Xray podium.

In the Formula class a handful of drivers were in the mix for the overall victory. However, Tomas Rajdus turned out to be unrivalled, winning all three A-mains got him the overall victory but behind him the rivalry for the rest of the podium was very fierce. Tomasz Szymański is doing a great job recently, but in the fight for the 2bd place he lost against experienced racer, Wojciech Bukryj (all Xray).

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

Coming from T-Works and made for the Mugen MBX8 buggy is a set of spring steel centre diff joints. The outdrives are a direct fit and sport a special surface treatment for wear as well as machined bearing and bevel gear seats for improved precision. The parts are also compatible with the MGT7 and older spec MBX series kits.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

Novarossi have announced that their Mantra 3.5cc nitro off-road engine is now also available with a rear ceramic bearing. The square stroke power plant is of a 4-port design and it comes with a specially shaped crankshaft for optimised mixture flow, a rear crankcase cover with steel insert for reduced friction and with an O-ring sealed composition camber insert for reduced vibrations and better sealing. The ceramic rear ball bearing will minimise wear while improving acceleration and fuel consumption.

Specifications:
– Displacement: 3.49 cc
– RPM (max power): 36,500RPM
– Bore x stroke: 16.42×16.42mm
– Sleeve: 4 ports
– Rear ball bearings: steel
– Front ball bearings: steel
– Crankshaft: 14mm – turbo
– Carburetor: plastic – 9mm – slide
– Glowplug: Turbo (C6TGC)
– Exhaust position: rear
– Starting: standard
– Weight: 373g
– Fuel type: 25% nitro

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]

Xray have introduced a graphite-reinforced rear lower suspension arm for the XB8 1/8th scale buggy line. The item is moulded from a specially formulated compound that is both lightweight and durable with the increased stiffness improving side bite on medium to very high traction surfaces. The arm is not directional and can be used on the left and right hand side of the buggy.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

The 2018 CML Off-road Masters was hosted by the BCL club and held on a purpose-built indoor track in Louvres, France recently. In the 2WD Stock Buggy class it was young Noha Ben Mohamed (Xray) who laid town a perfect and impressive performance by taking the overall TQ with two out of four won qualifiers and he would also walk away with the overall win in front of Lee Russell (Team Associated) and Philippe Hautecoeur (Schumacher) in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

Serpent have announced the signing of German electric on-road frontrunner, Dionys Stadler to their European team. Dionys joins the company after having a short break from RC in 2017 and he will campaign Serpent’s soon-to-be-released Project 4X Evo touring car alongside his teammates such as Viktor Wilck, Tim Benson and David Ehrbar at all major national and select international events.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

Coming from T-Works and made for the Xray T4 touring car is a DLC-coated suspension pin set. The exclusive coating is known from the crankshafts of nitro engines where it reduces wear and tear of the shaft and conrod as the Diamond Like Coat will reduce friction and stress on the surface. The suspension pins’ slick surface will improve suspension efficiency while the dark colour adds a cool look to the lower areas of the chassis. Included in the set, that is usable with the 2016 to 2018 variants of the T4, are front and rear inner and outer shafts that are also available separately.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

Kyosho have introduced front and rear aluminium heavy duty panhard rod mounts for the Mad Crusher monster truck. The parts are machined from high-quality aluminium and replace the standard parts with more rigid and durable items that improve the overall stability and precision of the front and rear axle assembly. The mounts are available separately for the front and the rear of the truck, they are machined from high-quality material and come gun metal anodised to match the remainder of the truck’s parts.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]