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November 27, 2024

Mikimodel MS1.0 ‘Special Parts’ Suspension Arm System

New from Italy’s Mikimodel and created under its ‘Special Parts’ line is this new suspension arm system for the Yokomo MS1.0 1:10 Electric Touring Car. They are entirely carbon arms, with molded insert and uniball for camber adjustment with a fixed caster of 4th degree anterior and 2nd degree posterior. The research of the design but above all the research of the materials itself was extremely complex with it taking a long time arrive at the final solution. The arms make for much easier driving compared to the standard kit arms offering much more consistency and above all avoids anomalous behaviour due to the previous plastic which it was too soft. They are sold as a kit and also separately. A tork wrench for fixing the carbon plastic is also supplied with the kit.

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November 27, 2024

T-Works adjustable ride height gauge Handle

Coming from T-Works is this handle for its previously released adjustable ride height gauges. Working only with either the TT-116-A/B adjustable ride height gauge, it helps with the easier positioning of the ride height gauge under the centre of chassis. Made with high strength carbon fibre it brings the benefit of lightweight and high strength ensuring it won’t bend and is durable.

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November 27, 2024

JConcepts 1:8 Double Decker Spring Box w/Foam Inserts

Another new storage box from JConcepts to assist in racer organisation is this 1:8 Double Decker Spring Box w/Foam Inserts. The double decker design stores up to 10 pairs of springs plus 2 added compartments on each layer for miscellaneous items. The injection molded box itself has been in the JConcepts line-up for years assisting in motor and battery storage with a nice closure and stealth black colour combination. The box now makes a nice and tidy space with high density foam layered with compartmentalised section and blue floor space to aid in a visual cue to identify springs quickly. The package includes a decal for the inside of the lid for the racer to write in notes, combinations, spring rate and type, to further trackside organisation. The spring box is ideal for 1:10 offroad, and onroad racers looking to tuck away their setup secrets and keep them protected in style.

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November 26, 2024

Collina joins Elceram

Czech RC electronics newcomer Elceram has announced the signing of top Italian Touring Car racer Mattia Collina. A finalist at the recent IFMAR ISTC World Championships at Finishline RC Raceway in California, the factory Schumacher driver has been testing Elceram RC electronics in the last few months and will now use their unique ESC in his touring car while also becoming part of the company’s development team. Elceram has more than 50 years experience with producing ceramic parts and ceramic printed circuits boards (PCBs), hybrid integrated circuits, sensors, power electronic modules and special electronic components for electronics and microelectronics for many different industries and in 2023 decided to capitalise on that experience for development and production of special power modules, such as ESC, designed specially for RC racing.

Source: Elceram [Facebook]

November 26, 2024

JConcepts Razor pre-trimmed polycarbonate 1:8 Wing

JConcepts has introduced the Razor polycarbonate pre-trimmed wing featuring a brand-new design mimicking the injection molded Razor as closely as possible. With wing development serious business, JConcepts has responded with a technically advanced alternative for 1:8 racing with the Razor polycarbonate incorporating a multi-height layout which allows the wing to sit in a lower stance and the centre section allows the included centre divider to be added as another tuning option. The pre-trimmed 1.5mm polycarbonate wing formed in heavy-duty material includes a pre-trimmed centre divider together in the same package. The wing is refined with taller side-dams, and taller rear gurney with trim lines and dimples finished on the part. Angular sections blend nicely into the high-performance shape giving a location for that initial step and transition to the wing’s gurney position. At the base of the wing rests the “fangs” that have become so popular on the 1:10 offroad carpet | turf | dirt wing. A large individual rib which supports the wing’s upper section as it transitions to the gurney is placed in the centre.

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November 26, 2024

Sworkz Performance S14-4 Brake Steering System Slipper

In the first release under their new Sworkz Performance parts label, Sworkz has introduced this S14-4 Brake Steering System featuring a special slipper that allows individual adjustment of front brake force. Sworkz Performance is a new product series from Sworkz that consists of special factory tuning parts that have been tested and developed by our factory team and significantly improve the car at a high level of competition. The S14-4 Brake Steering System improves cornering speed by reducing front axle braking, minimising front-end dive and allowing freer wheel movement under braking. It also enhances landings before corners by preventing front wheel lock. It is ideal for high-grip carpet racing and was successfully used by the Sworkz factory team at the 2024 EFRA Euros in September and the recent Florida Carpet Championship in the USA.

Source: Sworkz [sworkz.com]

November 26, 2024

2024 Speed King Tour Rd6 – Report

The popular Japanese based Speed King Tour travelled to the World JAM indoor carpet track in the Gumma prefecture for the sixth & final round of 2024 where factory Xpress driver Yugo Nagashima took the TQ and win at his home track. Another local star Toyoki Yamada would finish second in the TC0 (Modified) class with Yoshiyasu Yanagisawa completing the all Xpress podium. Overall it would be Ryosuke Yamamoto who becomes the Series Champion. In the TC1 (Stock) class, Top Qualifier Mizuki Sekiguchi made small mistake handing first place to Tsubasa Yoshimura who stayed ahead of Sekiguchi who then cane under pressure from Keisuke Kaneko but couldn’t get by and had to settle for third. The overall title would go to Akihiro Onoda. In the TC2, the stock class running a G Force motor & ESC, Hironori Kurishima showed untouchable speed to take the win ahead of Kouji Imai. Kouji Nishimaki completed the podium from 9th on the grid. The TC2 title was taken by Rento Sasaki.

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November 26, 2024

Orlowski to defend MIBO International Touring Car title

Defending MIBO International Touring Car Champions Schumacher and the British manufacturer’s star driver Michal Orlowski are to return to the third edition of the Czech based race next February to defend their title. Orlowski took the 2024 title when he beat the Mugen Seiki of inaugural MIBO International race winner Ronald Volker at the unique indoor event. While a lack of mechanic hampered Orlowski’s plans to race both Touring Car and Offroad this year, the recent Florida Carpet Championships winner and reigning 1:10 2WD European Champion has entered to do both in 2025, the race taking place at the Sports V Hotel in Hrotovice on February 07-09. Organised by former international touring car racer Michal Bok, having only opened registration for the annual event less than a week ago, the 2025 MIBO International has already surpassed 125 entries. With a capped entry limit allowing for a relaxed schedule and plenty of time in the evening to wind down and socialise over dinner after each day’s racing, the race is officially a two and a half day event and gets underway on the Friday evening with practice to allow for travel Friday morning. The Offroad track will cater for 2WD and 4WD Buggy and ‘Offroad Kids’, while on the onroad track the racing action will cater for Modified, Stock & FWD Touring car with a 1:12 GT 13.5T class as well as ‘Onroad Kids’ being introduced for 2025.

Source: MIBO [mibosport.com]