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January 23, 2015

Horizon confirms Drake’s departure

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In what came as a major shock to the sport, Horizon Hobby have now officially confirmed the departure of Adam Drake, a driver revered as one of the greatest ambassadors for the TLR brand. In the official statement they said, ‘Horizon Hobby wishes to thank and acknowledge Adam Drake for his dedication and commitment throughout the years to Team Losi Racing and Horizon Hobby. Adam’s association with Team Losi Racing dates back to the early 1990s and his on-track speed and off-track sportsmanship have been consistent trademarks for over two decades. Adam has been a great asset to the team and ambassador for Horizon Hobby/Team Losi Racing and they wish him the very best for the future, both personally and professionally.’

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.com]

January 22, 2015

TLR 22T 2.0 2WD stadium truck kit

The latest TLR 1/10th electric kit to receive the 2.0 treatment is the ROAR Nationals winning 22T stadium truck. The vehicle is heavily based on the previous kit with some refined parts finding their way into the box such as the dual bellcrank steering that replaces the often criticised rack-type steering with an assembly that promises improved steering response and much less slop. Part of the updated steering package are also new caster hubs and new steering knuckles. Also included with the 2.0 are Gen II shock absorbers with machined pistons and X-ring seals for more precise shock absorber action. Other new parts included are updated, wider, rear wishbones for quicker direction changes, new hub carriers and narrower wheel hex adapters as well as matching camber links and CV driveshafts. The package is rounded out by an updated ball differential with tungsten carbide balls and a 10g lighter hard-anodised aluminium main chassis.

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January 21, 2015

Pro-Line 22-4 Phantom body & Pro-2 front swaybar

New from Pro-Line comes the Phantom design bodyshell for the TLR 22-4 buggy as well as a front swaybar for the Pro-2 truck. Starting with the body, it is made to tailor fit the 22-4 and it comes pre-cut to get you on the track faster. The Phantom originated from the mind of Lee Martin and features a stealthy cab forward look and sweeping body lines that flow back to a single point. Included comes an optional centre fin for improved high-speed stability and a Trifecta rear wing.

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January 21, 2015

Schelle AE 3-gear ballraces & TLR 22 Ti screws

New from Schelle Racing Innovations comes a 6-piece ball bearing set for Team Associated’s new B5M 3-gear gearbox and a 40-piece titanium screw set for the TLR 22 2.0 mid motor buggy. Starting with the bearings, the set contains four 5x10mm and two 10x15mm Black Diamond series bearings, making it ideal especially for stock class racers who seek the ultimate performance as the super low drag ballraces come with metal shields and they are oiled for minimum drag.

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January 13, 2015

TLR 22-4 Castor block ball stud spacers

TLR have just announced the 22-4 Castor block ball stud spacers. These help to fine tune the front roll center on the 22-4, but they do not interfere with the spindles like the regular ball stud spacers will.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]

January 7, 2015

Infinity CF arm stiffeners for the 8ight

From X Factory Infinity for the TLR 8ight comes this new new carbon-fibre arm stiffener set whose purpose is to remove all the flex from the car’s A-arms while also adding strength. The initial prototypes were used during practice at the recent World Championships in Italy, showing improvement and Chief Engineer Paul Sinclair has re-worked the design, adding strength and stronger fasteners, and recent testing has gone perfectly. When mounted up your 8ight handle as the car was designed to do, making it much more predictable and lowering your lap times.

Source: X Factory [xfactoryrc.com]

January 6, 2015

Exotek TLR 22-4 rear camber block & front tower

New from Exotek for the TLR 22-4 4wd buggy are a new rear camber block and front shock tower. The rear camber block has been made from heavy duty machined 7075 and they have added 2 additional and important higher roll centre mounting points at the bottom of the camber mounts. The new lower mounting points are excellent for freeing up the buggy at the rear for more mid corner steering but also increased on power traction and stability. The front shock tower has been made from stealthy matte finish 5mm thick carbon fibre. Much stiffer and stronger for consistent damper action yet still light weight due to its extra machining and the wide open shape allows air to pass through for better body aero. The one piece shock tower eliminates the lower camber mount for improved durability and uses flat head screws for better shock tower alignment onto the bulkhead.

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December 19, 2014

Ellis Stafford renews with Team Losi Racing

Horizon Hobby announce that Ellis Stafford has extended his contract with Horizon Hobby and TLR for the 2015 race season. Ellis has been the lead figure for the 1/10th scale team in the UK with some great results in his first season and with this experience he will be looking to better this years performance undoubtedly. He will continue to provide feedback on the UK race scene to the team in the states as well as developing set ups and contesting in the UK national series as well as the Euros that are to be held at the RHR facility amongst regional and club events.

Source: Horizon Hobby [horizonhobby.co.uk]