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December 20, 2022

RC Maker A800MMX Long Rear Steering Arms

Another new release from RC Maker is this latest evolution of their GeoCarbon Rear Steering Arms for the Awesomatix A800MMX which is now longer. Representing similar geometry to that of the new AM23-R arms, these longer arms are between a normal front and rear arm in length, and aim to improve the efficiency of the active rear toe. These longer arms numb down the toe change as the suspension compresses or unloads, which makes the car less volatile. This can be particularly handy on bumpy or tracks with lots of elevation changes. Compared to the standard alloy arms, these are lighter, and offer more flex in the toe axis, which in many cases can give the car more traction. The arms feature a pressed 7075 Alu M3 Threaded Insert, which allow you to directly screw ST24/ST24M/ST24L into the carbon arms. RC Maker recommend using ST24M with these to ensure sufficient thread into the arms. They are CNC machined from 3mm 3K Gloss Carbon Fibre, with tight tolerances to ensure perfect fit onto any version of your AM06 Hubs.

Source: RC Maker [rcmaker.com.au]

December 20, 2022

JConcepts Landmines and Tusk tyres for SCX24

More new 1:24 tyres from JConcepts with the release of the Landmines and Tusk for Axial’s SCX24 Rock Crawler. The JConcepts designers have opened up their imagination to create an all-new 1.0” performance scale tire. The Landmines, developed for 1:24 scale trucks after tuning and analysis have reached the summit and now available to the crawling enthusiast. The team spent considerable time with the split-block centre design which has been sliced, stepped, and recessed for flexibility and contortion over sharp, loose, and polished surfaces. After successful tyres such as the Landmines, the team also focused on a new design with information learned by driving, crawling, and important input from a lots of development time by the JConcepts team leading to the Tusk tyre. They used a 2.0” sizing making it a very high-performance and scale-based tire, but the tread layout went under the scope for changes. Featuring hefty lugs and sidewall support, the centre of the tyre starts with a V-shaped lug with multiple steps to the sides for additional grip while the gold compound rubber flexes and contours to the landscape. Both tyres are also available on JConcepts Hazard or Glide 5 SCX24 fit wheels.

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December 20, 2022

R1 Wurks DC1 Solid Laydown Top Shaft & Wide Gearing

R1 Wurks has released a number of new parts for their DC1 Drag car that includes a solid laydown top shaft, wide pinion gears and wide spur gears. The newest laydown top shaft for the DC1 car is not solid on the gear end of the shaft thus providing more durability compared to our OG top shaft that was hollow all the way through. 48 pitch with 5mm shaft hole, the new Wide Pinion Gears have been widens to 10mm and are offered in 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 and 31 sizes. The new Wide Spur Gears have been brought to a width of 7.5mm offering more durability than the typical narrow spurs. All 48 pitch they are available 77, 78, 81, 82, 84, 86 and 88 tooth options.

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December 20, 2022

RC Maker A800 Carbon Short Wheelbase Arms

RC Maker has release brand new short wheelbase arms for the Awesomatix A800MMX & A800FX. Available in 7, 8 or 9mm options, the CNC machined carbon arms were first developed over a year ago, and through several profile tests after feedback from numerous team drivers around the world, the Australian company has now settled on the final design. The arms feature a larger profile than the kit arms to increase the rigidity of the arm. They also feature a carbon rib which further increases the stiffness of the arm at the point of shock attachment. This creates less twisting of the arm and reduces unwanted inputs into the shock absorbers due to arm flex. In our testing these arms increased corner speed by reducing the flex and grip the arm was generating, which made the car more free in the corner.

Source: RC Maker [rcmaker.com.au]

December 19, 2022

JConcepts 1:24 Monster Truck tires & wheels

JConcepts has introduced two new tyres as well as three colour options of wheels for 1:24 Monster Truck use. The Golden Years tyre allows RC builders to emulate and finish off their MT as an early-era replica. The chevron pattern might look run of the mill, however a lot of work has been placed into the tyre to allow the trucks to grip surfaces ranging from carpet, Astroturf and, of course, dirt. The Renegades tyre represents the low-profile carcass and cut-tread movement, capable of winning results straight out of the package. Its chevron style lugs have been created with specially designed back-cut tread and shaved carcass areas imitating the real thing. The Tribute mini monster truck wheel packs an assortment of options in to a design and style that mimics the golden age of Monster Truck racing. Available in black, grey or white, they incorporate a cylindrical wheel that has a stepped portion for authenticity and inner ribbing surrounding the hex for compatibility and strength. While the 1:24 monster trucks begin to take-off and build within the industry, the 7mm hex is the standard on vehicles such as the Axial SCX24 platform. The wheels include open and closed planetary caps which attach with micro style screws.

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December 19, 2022

Orlowski doubles at Race Stars Contest

Michal Orlowski’s internationals travels for 2022 may be finished but the factory Schumacher driver made the most of being back home in Poland to take the double win at Race Stars Contest ’22. Held in the centre of the country at the Sports Arena in Zgierz, the race attracted an international entry. In qualifying Orlowski would take the TQ for both 2WD and 4WD from Sworkz Micha Widmaier, with third going to Bartek Zambrzycki in 2WD and Bartosz Zalewski in 4WD. In the triple A-Mains, 2WD would see Orlowski chased to the win by Widmaier with the Serpent of Sweden’s Elias Johansson coming through from P4 on the grid to complete the podium thanks to a win in A3. In 4WD, while Orlowski was in control out front, behind Zalewski, after a bad A1, managed to get his Xray passed Widmaier in A2, before going on to win A3 for second overall ahead of the German.

Source: Michal Orlowski [Facebook]

December 19, 2022

Ogden to race TZO 200 Tires

World Championship 1:8 Buggy Finalist Cole Ogden has announced he will be racing for tyre newcomers TZO 200 Tires. The factory HB Racing driver moves to the new American start-up having previously raced with Italian brand Hotrace and the deal is a significant boost for TZO 200 Tires. Posting the news on his social media, Ogden said, “Excited on the new rubbers for this coming year! I’ve done quite a bit of testing, and I can say I’m pretty stoked on the existing compounds and tread patterns. Happy to work with a hard working dude like Nick Hernandez, who believes in making the best tires. When I first contacted Nick a few months ago, he didn’t hesitate sending me stuff to test, and once hearing his attitude, driven mentality, and some on track testing, it was a wrap. He’s been working hard, and I look forward to representing a brand that is motivated in bringing the best of the best and doing what it takes to make it happen. Thanks for the opportunity and stay tuned, more goodies coming in the near future as well!”.

Source: Cole Ogden [Facebook]

December 19, 2022

STRC Traxxas TRX-4M CNC Machined Option Parts

ST Racing Concepts has released CAD images of their upcoming Traxxas TRX-4M CNC Machined aluminium and brass option parts. The upgrades for the new TRX-4M 1:18 Crawler improve both performance and durability with a complete line of high-quality CNC Machined aluminium and brass option parts on offer. These include Aluminium Threaded shock bodies w/threaded collar, lower and upper shock caps, Brass Lower Shock Spring Retainers, Aluminium Front Steering Servo Mount, Brass Front Steering Knuckles, HD Aluminium Steering link set, Brass Front Castor Block and a Brass Diff Cover. STRC plan to have the parts available in early January.

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