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December 4, 2024

MR33 Tire Warmer PLUS+ 4S Battery Mount Set

MR33, working together with Boom RC, has released this 3D printed bracket & cover for the SkyRC tire heating station meaning you can carry your 1:10 Touring or FWD car to the track with fully powered tire warmers on. Having noticed that the new Matrix D36 in particular needs a lot of heat to function optimally, the decisive factor is how much heat is still present in the tire at the start of the race. The Tire Warmer +Plus is compatible with the SkyRC Tire Warmer and is attached with 4 existing screws. Operation is designed for a Gens Ace Redline 2.0 6000mAh 15.2V 140C 4S battery. You can park your vehicle on the foam-padded surface like on a car stand. To connect the heating station and 4S battery you need a normal 13AWG silicone cable which you have to solder to a 5mm Glod connector (battery side) and to an XT60 connector (device side).

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December 4, 2024

Futaba T10PX Black Edition

Famed Japanese radio manufacturer Futaba has announced a new limited Black Edition of their high-end T10PX wheel transmitter. With the 10PX the radio of choice of record breaking three in a row Electric Touring Car World Champion Bruno Coelho, along with the exclusive black metallic Black Edition wheels and a subdued carbon-look body, the Black Edition also comes standard with an aluminium steering housing and aluminium brake lever that offer dramatically improved rigidity, making it suitable for entry into the racing scene.

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December 4, 2024

Reds Racing Xtract Tool

Italian engine brand Reds Racing has unveiled the REDS Xtract Tool which they are billing as the perfect companion for nitro engine enthusiasts looking for a hassle-free and efficient way to remove engine cylinders. Designed with innovation and precision, this new tool is engineered for both performance and portability, making it an essential addition to your toolbox. Lightweight and High-Strength it is produced using cutting-edge 3D printing technology and high-strength polymer materials. A sleek and easily portable solution. Whether you’re working with REDS Racing engines or other brands, the Xtract Tool is designed to fit seamlessly. Easy to use it simplifies cylinder extraction, saving time and effort while ensuring a secure grip that won’t damage components. Available in two versions, for Buggy Engines it is compatible with cylinders measuring 16.26mm, perfect for off-road setups. For Onroad and GT Engines it is specifically tailored for cylinders measuring 16.0mm.

Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]

December 4, 2024

RSRC MP10T/MP10Te Carbon Fibre parts

RSRC, the brand of multiple European 1:8 Buggy Champion and factory Kyosho driver Reno Savoya, has extended their carbon fibre parts range with suspension arm insets for the Kyosho MP10T/MP10Te 1:8 Truggy. They have designed a ‘sandwich panel’ system that leaves the internal reinforcements of the suspension untouched, with a 1mm plate on top and a 1mm plate underneath. This will greatly improve the wishbone strength during big hits with very few front lower arm breaks due to the stiffeners. It also improve handling making the truggy more precision. The ‘sandwich panel’ fits the MP10T nitro and electric truggies.

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December 4, 2024

JConcepts RC8B4.1 P2 Body

Continuing the roll out of their P2 body for 1:8 Buggies, JConcepts has released their latest body shell for the Team Associated RC8B4.1. Debuting it at the 2024 Mugen Challenge and then bringing it to the recent IFMAR 1:8 Offroad World Championship in Spain, the P2 was originally created for the 1:10 racing. Building up a prototype using styling cues from the World Championship winning body used by Spencer Rivkin in 2019, and reaching back to 2010, JConcepts experimented with a tall stabilising fin on the rear of the body. For a fresh season of competition, they incorporated a small mini fin placed behind the rear of the cab that does not interfere with the engine head. In the rear, the ramping feature that is so popular on the P2, creeps up behind the cab and engine head to create extra force and stability.

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December 4, 2024

Willspeed LD3 5 Gear Transmission

Willspeed has announced the release of their first drop fit 5 gear gearbox casing/conversion on the Schumacher LD3 2WD Buggy platform. This is an inclusive conversion that includes two aluminium machined case halves, hardware and enclosed gear cover to fit that 5 gear goodness to your Schumacher LD3. The gearbox relocates the motor +21mm further forward compared to the standard location, a popular setup option in modern off road buggy racing for improving corner speed in medium to high traction scenarios. They have selected the idler gear size to maximise efficiency and reliability, maintaining a higher tooth count provides a fuller tooth engagement, notably even more so on the 32dp gear pitch that Schumacher uses. Maintaining the same gear size as the standard LD3 also allows choice between using Schumacher’s gears or our own WS PEEK gears. The design retains the use of the original gearbox top to maintain the quick diff access. Please note, due to the relocation of the motor, this also relocates the spur gear, meaning the bodyshell must be cut around our included enclosed gear cover. Gearbox halves manufactured in 6082 Aluminium. Gear cover manufactured from Nylon.

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December 4, 2024

Lee announces departure from Yokomo

Long time factory Yokomo touring car racer Nicolas Lee has announced the end of his journey with the Japanese manufacturer. An ISTC World Championship Finalist, the Singapore driver played more than just a driver role during his time with the company and in announcing his departure extended his gratitude towards the team and in particular founder & former owner Tom Yokobori for a partnership that lasted 9-years. Since Lee made his announcement, Yokomo has been in contact with Red RC to inform us that they will be announcing a successor within their factory team line-up and that the identity of that driver will be revealed in the coming days.

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December 4, 2024

Baruffolo departs WIRC Racing

Italian 1:8 Offroad racer Marco Baruffolo has announced his departure from WIRC Racing 14-months after joining the Italian manufacturer. Joining WIRC from Tekno, Baruffolo posted on his social media, ‘As my race season 2024 is almost over, I decided to part away with WIRC Racing. I just wanna say thank you to Franco and all the people’s at the factory, it was a great time with good results. 2025 is calling…’

Source: Marco Baruffolo [Facebook]