New for its IFB8 1:8 Buggy platform, Infinity has released this Shock Stroke & Rebound Gauge. Allows easy measurement of important shock length while mounted on the vehicle during suspension setup. Supports stroke from 60mm to 150mm. The Gauge is also compatible with buggies from other manufacturers.
Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]
After the positive debut at this year’s EFRA 1:10 Nitro Touring Car European Championship in France with its official drivers, Italian engine tuner Ielasi Tuned has released its new EFRA2701FT muffler. Like its previously released 2185FT for 1:8 Onroad and 2186FT for 1:8 Offroad, their latest 1:10 muffler is in a single piece further optimising performance as well as removing the ‘annoying’ exhaust gasket. Featuring a Hard Coated treatment, the EFRA2701FT gives improved in performance and consumption.
Source: Ielasi Tuned [ielasituned.com]
RC Discharger has released a new a new flat iCharger Battery Temperature Sensor designed to seamlessly integrate with your iCharger. The flat sensor design ensures optimal contact for LiPo or LiHV batteries, making it ideal for precise temperature monitoring during both charging and discharging cycles. Built with high-quality materials for long-lasting performance, the sensor is equipped with a Male 3-pin JST-XH or Futaba connector with 36 inch length 22 AWG Silicone lead.
Minicar Fontanellato racetrack, located in the province of Parma, hosted the 2024 Italian Endurance Championship, a 12-hour endurance race featuring teams qualified through the Italian Cups in Northern and Central Italy held last spring. The competition, sanctioned by the Italian motorsport and RC Car Racing Federation ACI Sport, which started at 9:00 PM on Saturday, August 31, and ended at 9:00 AM on Sunday, September 1, provided excitement and spectacle for the enthusiasts present. The cars allowed by the federal regulations in Endurance competitions are based on traditional four-wheel-drive Touring chassis, components, and mechanics. The propulsion is electric and restricted, both in the ESC and motor component, in order to guarantee a balance of performance among all competitors. Bodyshells, regulated by a specific homologation list, are strikingly realistic and referable to the LMH segment of the FIA World Endurance Championship.
Adding to its range of touring car body accessories, Japan’s SMJ has introduced this Thin Type Rear Bumper Side Stiffener for use with the 190mm Twister body from Xtreme Aerodynamics. Adding no noticeable weight even when used on ultra-lightweight bodies, this stiffener is designed to prevent the rear bumper from getting caught inside due to unexpected incidents during races. Pre-cut to fit perfectly on Twister and Twister SPECIALE bodies. Equipped with double-sided tape for easy application directly onto the body.
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New from Revolution Design is this Hard Coated Idler Shaft for the Team Associated RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy. Compared to the standard idler gear shaft, this premium upgrade is hard-coated and hollowed out, making it not only lighter but also more durable. These features lead to improved performance and longevity of your vehicle, especially under demanding racing conditions. With this set of three idler shafts, you can change all idler gear shafts of your B7 gearbox.
Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]
The track that will determined the 2024 IFMAR 1:8 Offroad World Champion has just been revealed in a video that shows off the latest track build by the team at RC Redovan. Setting a new benchmark as hosts of the World Championship two years ago, RC Redovan was again thrusted with hosting the event after a late cancellation by Brazil on staging the 19th running of the sport’s biggest prize. Taking on the task of having to rebuild the track for the return of the Worlds to Spain, despite the short lead in time the Baldo family have executed it stating, ‘It gives us enormous pleasure and pride to present the new design of our track, host of the next World Championship. Months of hard work in record time now bear fruits “We are going to give you the best world championship in history.” And we firmly believe we have done everything to achieve that! Welcome to RC Redován, welcome to the World Championship 2024.’ Having supported our coverage of the 2023 1:10 Offroad World Championships in Arizona, we are delighted to be teaming up with Ruddog for the trip to Redovan to attended our sixth 1:8 Offroad World Championship. Our coverage will kick off with news from seeding practice on Tuesday, 10th September. Click here to view track reveal video.
RC Discharger has unveiled a new 2S version of its Regenerative Discharger V2. This compact and lightweight model is designed for enthusiasts who prefer to travel light. Being smaller and lighter than the 4S version, Weighing only 50oz with AC and 57oz with the iCharger S6, it offers unparalleled performance. Perfect for 1:12 and 1:10 categories, this revolutionary discharger is a game-changer for RC racing. RC Discharger’s Regenerative Discharger is the first-ever battery discharger compatible with all Junsi iCharger models, including the X6, X8, X12, S6, DX6, DX8, and DX12. Whether you’re a professional or a hobbyist, this compatibility ensures seamless integration with your existing setup. It also has dual Charging Power so you can cycle, discharge, and/or charge two 1S batteries simultaneously up to 32A using both outputs on your iCharger DUO.
