June 8, 2022

Associated Octalock slipper pads conversion

Convert your DR10, SR10, RB10, and Pro2 SC10 to accept the Octalock slipper pads from Team Associated. This conversion comes with the high-capacity LCF slipper pads found on the RC10B74.1 and RC10B6.4 which have been developed through years of off-road racing to bring reliable, smooth power delivery run after run. Everything is included to upgrade your Team Associated RTR to a race-quality slipper clutch.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]


June 8, 2022

Infinity IF15 aluminium servo saver & centre bulkheads

Creation Model have produced two new option parts for the Infinity IF15 the first of which is the new aluminium servo saver. By replacing the original kit plastic part with this high-precision 7075 machined part, all flex and deflection will be eliminated, resulting in excellent consistency and sharp steering characteristics. The other new item is a pair of aluminium centre bulkheads that ensures chassis rigidity in the centre section of the car. Helps with traction and added stability in high grip situations.

View the centre bulkheads here


June 8, 2022

Awesomatix BW95 floating front weight

From Awesomatix, the BW95 is a new floating front weight for the A800FX & A800FX Evo cars. This additional 95 gram weight helps to adjust the front/rear weight distribution of the car for different track conditions. Additionally it improves the front flex of the car, as BW95 replaces the AM88//R shock holders. This improved front flex helps with better overall steering and front end grip. The weight doesn’t touch the bulkheads or the chassis after the installation of the shocks.

View the BW95 part here


June 7, 2022

Prümper wins ETS Rd1 in the Netherlands

Season #15 of the Euro Touring Series kicked off this past weekend with AMCA Apeldoorn in the Netherlands playing host to Rd1 of the series. The race saw 198 entries in six classes and the event started with a free practice day on Thursday. A solid weather forecast for the weekend made all drivers looking forward for great ETS racing action. As always at the ETS, the race included 4 rounds of qualifying followed by triple mains for everybody on the amazing racetrack in Apeldoorn. During the weekend, the forecast for Sunday was changing and showing the possibility of rain on the radar. The ETS crew changed the schedule and raced two complete rounds of finals on Saturday, and only one on Sunday and it paid off with all races in dry conditions.

Continue reading the report here


June 7, 2022

Core RC Star Series brushless motors

Schumacher have introduced the Core RC ‘Star Series’ high performance, yet cost effective, fixed timing brushless motors. Available in 10.5T, 13.5T and 17.5 variants, they are ideal for spec classes and are the new control motor for BRCA F1 Stock Cars. The motors incorporate a slick looking design with simplicity in mind, providing great performance time after time. Supplied with a 160mm flat sensor lead they are rebuildable and use a strong 12.5mm rotor and high performance bearings.

View more images of the motor here


June 7, 2022

Avid B6.4 & B6.4D chassis protectors

Avid have released a line of chassis protectors for the Associated B6.4 & B6.4D, manufactured by Stickit1Racing. Available in white or black for either the B6.4 or B6.4D, the decals are easily applied and help protect your chassis from scratches. The set also includes an extra removable tailpiece for when the first one gets worn out.

View the other decals here


June 5, 2022

2022 Speed King Tour Rd2 – Report

The second round of Speed King Tour 2022 was held at TM circuit Wakayama outdoor tarmac track recently. The race catered to hree different electric touring car classes, TC0 class cars using modified motor, TC1 with boosted stock motor and only GForce ESC and motor can be used in the TC2 class. Tire manufacturer Rush became main sponsor for Speed King tour from this event and supplied hand-out tires for all classes. Kazushige Tomita is not only TM circuit track manager but also top class driver in Japan took TQ in the TC0 class with his brand new Tamiya TRF420X. Masayuki Kawada took TQ in TC1 and Hidekazu Fujino became top qualifier in the TC2 class. The TC2 class A final race was chaotic but Hidekazu made top finish from pole position with Makoto Ando in second and Shigehiro Odawara tsking the final place on the podium. Masayuki won the TC1 class with TRF420X and Masaaki Honda took second while Atsushi Yamaguchi finished 3rd. Kazushige Tomita was unbeatable on his track. He finished first and his disciple Takara Sano was second. Takara also drove TRF420X. Rush Infinity driver Jin Sawada finished third only 0.4 seconds behind Takara. Next round of the Speed King Tour will take place at the New Next Rush Circuit in Chiba prefecture on 19th of June.

View the other podiums here


June 5, 2022

Roche Rapide F1 offset steering knuckle

Roche have produced this new offset aluminium steering knuckle for the Rapide F1. The new part offers smoother initial steering response and more mid corner steering. Featuring a clamp type design for fine adjustment, the tighter it is clamped the more stability while the looser, the more aggressive steering. The part is also less tall at 2.5mm allowing for a wider droop and ride height adjustment.

View an image of the knuckle set here