January 6, 2012
…and chief designer Juraj Hudy is now online. In this months column, Juraj discusses the development of the new XB9 buggy platform in particular the creation of the final cab forward body shell. After I had the “virtual“concept and idea, I needed to make a real 3D model from clay to have the feeling of every small detail. It took me several days to get the clay model where I wanted it to be. Using this clay model, we made a production mould and then punched out some of the first prototypes. Read the full column here. Source: Xray [teamxray.com]…
January 5, 2012
…in the on-road class. The vast range of Team Associated products will be fully and comprehensively supported by Yannick through the new CML France network. Having Yannick both driving and working for the company is an opportunity that CML couldn’t refuse. We are delighted. After a month of intense negotiations everything dropped into place 2 days ago and we can now focus on the future that this great opportunity brings. Jason Varley, MD at CML had this to say, “this opportunity is what we have been working toward for a long time now. Craig Drescher has been pulling the strings…
January 2, 2012
Two new servos from Sanwa starting with the SRG-BRX Servo, which is best suited for 1/8 onroad, 1/10 touring car and 1/10 buggy classes. It features low friction ball bearings, extremely tough metal gearing and an efficient brushless motor. With its super fast reaction time of 0.06 seconds (40°) the SRG-BRX is first class when it comes to fast and accurate responding behavior. The Sanwa SRG-BLS Low Profile is a touring car servo which is ultra precise, ultra tough and ultra fast. Equipped with a brushless motor und low friction ball bearings it is very efficient and direct. The Sanwa…
December 29, 2011
…points participation in 3 out of the 5 events. All events will be awarded separately and collectively so those worried about a commitment will be recognized for performance regardless of series participation. City destinations, track facilities and competition level have all been weighed and evaluated ahead of time so rest assured the experience and atmosphere is worthy, now it’s up to you. For more information please visit www.indoornationals.com February 4-5, 2012 – Winter Indoor Nationals – SmacTrac Raceway in St. Louis, MO April 14-15, 2012 – Spring Indoor Nationals – Mikes Hobby Shop in Carrollton, TX July 14-15, 2012 –…
December 14, 2011
Durango have announced that the DESC410R rear bumper is now available. The new full-width rear bumper gives extra protection as well as scale looks and also meets the strict rules governing some race meetings where large rear bumpers are a requirement. The bumper can be run in lightweight or full-protection setups by adding or removing the included optional lower bar. The bumper comes supplied with instructions on fitting and you can read a full online guide on installing the bumper and cutting the bodyshell to fit. Source: Durango [team-durango.com]…
December 13, 2011
Current Austrian National Champion, young Thomas Mayr has signed to race for SWorkz. Following his first test with the S350 BK1 buggy, the former Mugen driver was very happy with his choice and looking forward to racing for the SWorkz International Team. His goals for 2012 is to defend his Austrian title, and do his best at the EC Warmup as well as the EC which will be held at Fehring in Austria which will be a home event for him. Source: S-Workz [sworkz.com]…
December 10, 2011
The 57th installment in the Xray column from Xray owner and chief designer Juraj Hudy is now online. In this months column, Juraj talks recounts the development of the new T3’12 integrating many of the suggestions given by Xray customers. Ah, the servo saver… this is another part which we improved after feedback from customers who wanted to get more precise high-speed steering and as such we changed to a 4-spring servo saver which is certainly an improvement, another part made based on the requests from customers. Read the full column here. Source: Xray [teamxray.com]…
December 3, 2011
Team Tekin’s Product Research/Team Manager Randy Pike has joined the KO Factory Team. With Randy’s background in testing for Team Tekin’s products, he needed something reliable and the newest technology to use as a test bed. His choice was KO’s EX-10 Eurus D.D.S. with the new FHSS system and RSx servos. Randy had this to say: After trying many radio systems and servos from various manufacturers I have found the choice for me to be KO PROPO. The level of comfort and control the KO Propo Eurus and DDS FH 2.4 hopping system is like none I’ve tried in the…
