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September 22, 2016

Trinity Equalizer Equation spec motor & LiPo combo

Based on the recently introduced Equalizer 17.5T spec brushless motor Trinity have announced the soon release of the Equalizer Equation motor and LiPo battery combo. The idea behind the set is to offer a reasonably priced power package that will allow clubs and organisers to run events and classes that attract both beginners and hard-core racers to race without having to spend a fortune on components. Aimed at 1/10th electric off-road racing the package will make for affordable racing on a level playing field as both the motor and battery feature tamper-proof stickers to prevent any manipulation. On-road and oval specific combos will follow soon.

Source: Trinity [trinityrc.com]

September 22, 2016

2016 Midwest Series Rd5 – Report

Team Nitro RC Racing hosted race 5 of the 2016 Midwest Series at their Lynwood, Illinois facility. Just east of Chicago, this was the fifth race in a six races series and the point battles for the championship awards were heating up. First held in the summer of 1970, this is the longest running RC series in the United States. The event kicked off with open practice Friday, as competitors worked on their set-ups for the revised layout. Overnight rains pushed the program start back on Saturday morning but the Team Nitro crew, with the help of some volunteer racers, got the track in top condition and ready for racing. The series is contested at three different facilities, each hosting two races during the season. Top drivers from around the mid-west and Canada traveled to compete in the event this weekend, which was the final event for the Lynwood facility this year. The featured classes for the series are 1/10 Sedan and 1/8 Open 4WD, with Masters classes for both scales as well. The cars are run together by scale but scored separately by class.

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September 22, 2016

Xray Racing Series UK – Announcement

Xray have revealed details of their Xray Racing Series UK that will kick off on the 16th of October. The series is hosted by the Chippenham Model Car Club and run in the classes of 1/10th Touring Cars, 13.5T ProStock, SuperTouring, Formula, LMP 1/12th and GT12. The 7-round series concludes in March and more information and registration is available here.

September 22, 2016

Team Associated B6 brass arm mount D

Team Associated have introduced the new brass arm mount D for the B6 series of buggies. Machined from heavy brass material the mount adds 12g of weight to the rearmost part of the car which can improve traction while its design allows for more roll centre and pin width adjustments than the stock mount when combined with AE’s optional arm mount inserts. The mount is laser-etched for easy identification and fits both the B6 and B6D.

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September 22, 2016

Schelle B6-series aluminium steering rack

Coming from Schelle Racing Innovations and made for Team Associated’s B6 series buggies is the aluminium steering rack. Using the CNC-machined alloy part will remove some slop and add durability without making the buggy feel edgy. The alloy material will also add durability in the ballstud area, allowing for precise and reliable Ackermann changes and the part comes including bearing spacers and in your choice of black or blue anodising.

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September 21, 2016

Peter Tozser doubles at Oil City Dash

The Oil City Dash is one of the premiere Off-Road events in western Canada put on by the RCRE club in Edmonton, Alberta and held on a DNC-style track with a great layout, elevation changes, and big air. Starting from the TQ spot in Nitro Buggy, Peter Tozser had some ground to make up after a first-lap incident, as Cory Drachenberg checked out from the get go with his buggy. Throughout the long main, Peter worked his way up the field and battled with Cory for the win in the closing minutes of the race to bring home his second victory of the event following his win in the hour-long and chilly Truggy A-main that Peter went on to win from Eric Hardy.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]

September 21, 2016

Reds Racing Factory Team Worlds Edition 2016 engine

Reds Racing have introduced the Factory Team Worlds Edition 2016 nitro off-road engine. The power plant is limited to 300 pieces world wide and was originally planned as a factory team edition only. Due to popular demand the engine is now also available to the public and ideal for all applications where high power, high torque and good fuel economy is required. Made to the same specifications as the engines of the Reds Racing factory team, racers can now enjoy the same power as Elliott Boots, Ryan Maifield, Cody King, Cole Ogden and Alex Zanchettin all of which will attend the Las Vegas based IFMAR 1/8th Nitro Buggy Worlds in about two weeks time. The Team Package includes the Worlds Edition engine, 2112 pipe, M manifold, and 6.5mm, 7.0mm, and 7.5mm venturi inserts with the engine featuring an innovative W-Spec porting, a specially balanced crankshaft and the power plant also sports the proven HCX horizontal carburettor and a brand-new cooling head design. The combo is available with or without Reds Racing clutch system and also pre-run-in by Mario Rossi or Race Ready serviced by Elliott Boots.

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September 21, 2016

Swedish 1/10th Buggy National Cup Rd4 – Report

The fourth round of the Swedish 1/10th Buggy National Cup series was held at Green Hill race track in Stockholm. The weather was great all weekend and in 4WD Alexander Landén started off quick by TQing the first three rounds and in the process putting in the only 12-lap qualifying round of the event. The first final was at long times a very tight affair between Alexander, local driver Niclas Månsson and Elias Johansson. In the end Alexander stood victorious in front of Niclas.

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