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July 10, 2019

Awesomatix linear spring screws

Coming from Awesomatix is the ST69-00 linear spring screw designed to fit the AT119 progressive spring screw holder which was released with the PSS System some weeks ago. The linear screw can be used to replace the ST69-15/25 screws which offer 15 percent and 25 percent progression with the ST69-00 being developed to make for linear spring action comparable with the P09/X and RHS screw. The set includes two screws and it can be used in the front and the rear of A800 and A700 kits equipped with the AT119 spring screw holder.

Source: Awesomatix [awesomatix.com]

July 10, 2019

Avid 2S orange charge lead cable

Avid have added an orange colour charge lead cable to their already extensive line up of balance charging wires. It includes gold-plated 4mm to 5mm bullets on the battery end to cover all battery types and 4mm bullets on the charging end. The balance cable is equipped with the popular XH 3-pin balance plug, but also included is an XH 7-pin housing for the direct use with most chargers. The balance leads of the 610mm cable are 63.5mm longer than the charge leads so they can easily be plugged into any charger design.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

July 10, 2019

Shepparton Radio Control Car Club Showdown – Report

The 1st Showdown was held at Shepparton Radio Control Car Club the newest event to join the prestigious Victorian Drivers Series in Australia. With National and State Champions in attendance in the event was super competitive and well received. Starting on Saturday with a well prepared dirt/clay track a groove formed quickly during practice, however with a unfamiliar track and a un-abrasive surface tyre choice was a challenge for racers on the deceptively technical layout. With qualifying starting Saturday then finishing Sunday morning, the event was unfortunately cut short during the second round of finals due to rain, it was enough racing to get a result and competitors were more then happy with the event as a whole.

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July 10, 2019

Vision Racing Mikro Precision C5 ceramic bearing sets

New from Vision Racing is the Mikro Precision C5 line of ceramic bearing sets for the Team Associated B74, Yokomo YZ-4 SF and the Schumacher Cougar Laydown. The ball races increase efficiency, lower motor temps and up RPM, making them perfect for today’s highly competitive stock racing. The ABEC5 spec ball races feature Si3N4 ceramic balls, deep groove stainless steel housings and double metal shields for reduced drag. They come lubricated with high performance synthetic light oil so they are ready for use.

Source: Vision Racing [visionracing.net]

July 9, 2019

Avid spring-loaded carbon fibre soldering jig

Coming from Avid is a spring-loaded carbon fibre soldering jig for the use with Deans, XT60 and bullet-type connectors. The tool comes pre-assembled and allows to securely hold connectors and wires during soldering, preventing fingers from being burnt. Lower rubber feet make sure the jig stays in place.

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July 9, 2019

Enzo Albertoni wins at Summer Off-road Invitational

The 1st annual Summer Off-road Invitational was held at the Xtreme Race Park track in Puerto Rico last weekend. Jay Drakeford would take the overall TQ in the Nitro Buggy class, however in the 45-minute A-main event it was 3rd place qualifier, Enzo Albertoni with the overall win some 3.1 seconds in front of Jay with whom he had some very entertaining battles throughout the main, unfortunately Jay suffered a blown tyre in the closing stages which hampered his buggy’s performance. Runner-up after the qualifiers, Jose Colon would round out the top 3 result some four laps down.

Source: Kyosho [kyosho.com]

July 9, 2019

Yokomo announce YZ-2DTM3 & CAL3 2WD buggy kits

Yokomo have announced the soon release of their latest YZ-2DTM3 dirt spec and YZ-2CAL3 carpet spec 2WD buggy kits. Starting with the DTM3, the kit builds on the IFMAR World Championship winning YZ-2DTM and it features a new shorter main chassis plate, a new bellcrank steering system, new bellcrank steering blocks as well as a 3mm lower rear shock tower. Also included are thinner pistons to go with the shorter shock absorbers, new front and rear 3.0mm outer and 3.5mm inner suspension pins, and the kit utilises a new adjustable shock mounting option for the 3S rear arms. Also part of the package are both LC and LD 3-piece split transmission cases, easy access diff and diff height adjustments, the JConcepts F2 body and wing as well as a front wing and suitable front wing mount.

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July 9, 2019

JConcepts RM2 Red O-ring grease and treatment

Coming from JConcepts is the RM2 Red O-ring grease and treatment. The grease helps seal the shock shaft to O-rings and prevents unwanted leakage while still smooth enough to maintain the plush action a race shock requires. Another added bonus of using a treatment in this area is additional protection against dirt, dust and built-up on the shock-shafts, this can lead to less damage on the shafts during heavy-usage. The high-quality, smooth consistency grease comes in a clean and simple container for application and storage.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]