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June 17, 2022

FSEARA Rd8 941 RC Raceway – Report

Round 8th of the FSEARA Series took place at South Regional Raceway / 941 RC Raceway recently. This is a special track especially it’s only open once a year for the existence of the FSEARA race. Owner Rich Font prepared the track early Friday to allow a usable track for the event. The bad weather forecast did scare away a lot of the racers, but in the end, the Sunday event was perfect without a single drop of rain in sight. The highlight of the battle for the weekend was for sure in 17.5 TC. The Parsons family was on fire this weekend, being the youngest brother, Jarrett Parsons was in charge of one of the most competitive classes this weekend. Driving Cory Parsons’s old T4 2021, he was able to TQ with the only 28 lap run.

Continue reading the report here

June 16, 2022

ProTek RC 8800mAh & 7100mAh drag spec packs

The RC drag racing community spoke and ProTek RC listened and is now launching its own line of drag racing specific LiPo batteries. The ProTek RC 2S 200C 2s5p 7.6V/8800mAh shorty pack and ProTek RC 2S 200C 2s4p 7.6V/7100mAh shorty pack are designed with a moulded hard case for added protection. Both ProTek RC batteries are outfitted with large 8mm output bullets for low IR connections between the ESC and battery, eliminating weight and clutter within the chassis of the car by not having plugs. Both batteries feature a 200C burst cell rating and the 2s4p and 2s5p cell configurations drastically help with the voltage drop from high amperage experienced in drag racing. The 8800mAh and lighter weight 7100mAh both have been rigorously raced and tested by ProTek RC Pro Race Team member Frank Ulbrik, and have posted some of the fastest recorded NPRC passes this year.

Source: ProTek RC [amainhobbies.com]

June 16, 2022

Avid TLR 22X-4 carpet carbon conversion

The Avid TLR 22X-4 carpet carbon conversion has everything you need to get your wheeler feeling more consistent in the turns as well as the jumps. It starts with their ultra-low shock towers that lower your CG while also closer matching the up travel needed since the outer diameter of carpet tires is smaller than their dirt counterpart, which the car was originally designed for. Next, the TLR team has learned that raising the rear diff with the +2mm kit shims helps on high bite to keep the dog bones level with the lower ride heights being used. So Avid made an extra thick rear chassis brace to go in conjunction with this setup which adds the thickness of the shim from the kit making the chassis more rigid. This not only improves the consistency of the car but it also allows it to land smoother. Then the last piece of the conversion is the Avid top deck, it limits the front flex which substantially improves the jumping/landing of the car while also allowing the front end to be more precise and less twitchy. Parts are available now individually or in a complete set.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

June 16, 2022

T-Works rotor replacement tool

T-Works have produced this 540 motor rotor replacement tool for Hobbywing motors. Non magnetic, it fits and is placed between the rotor and the stator to allow you to easily remove or replace the rotor easily and without either part interfering with the other.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

June 16, 2022

JConcepts Mini-T 2.0 & B Fin titanium turnbuckle set

JConcepts have produced a titanium Fin turnbuckle set for the Losi Mini-T 2.0 & Mini-B. The base of the design is centered around a 4mm titanium hex size which gradually tapers down into a 2.5mm thread base design which accepts the standard Losi Mini-T and Mini-B ball-cup configuration. The focus of the styling surrounds the lengthened adjustment hex area and the ‘finned’ cut that rotate about the centre. The turnbuckles are lightweight, and the original ‘Fin’ design brings out the glamour and quality that makes titanium one of the most sought-after exotic materials in the world. The JConcepts turnbuckles are produced with left- and right-hand threads for ease of adjustment. The #2975 has another feature, a black colouring which gives the stealthiest look in the pits and on the track.

View the complete set here

June 16, 2022

Avid neoprene anti-slip pit mat

Avid’s new pit mat is 120x60cm and is made from a 2mm thin lightweight neoprene material. It features a rubber anti-slip backing and includes a white nylon traveling bag. This soft pit mat looks great and is easy to roll up making it great for travel.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

June 15, 2022

Infinity 1/8th wheel reamer

Creation Model have released this Infinity wheel reamer to widen the hole diameter of 1/8 GP racing car wheels to the optimal size (12mm). If the wheel and axle shaft are too tight, it can cause problems such as not being able to install the wheel correctly or not being able to change tires efficiently during pit stops. This wheel reamer is used by threading it through the hole in the wheel while turning it.

View the reamer here

June 15, 2022

Rêve D 7-spoke JD7 wheels

Rêve D introduce their sharp looking 7-spoke JD7 wheel to their competition wheel series, which is popular for its light weight and high traction. There are two colours available, matte black and matte white and a new 8mm offset is also available, which has received many requests in addition to the conventional 6mm. This new design maintains the highest performance criteria of light weight, about 11g per piece, and high traction, all with a large inner diameter & thin rim.

Source: Rêve D [teamreved.com]