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August 20, 2020

Axial SCX10 III Jeep JT Gladiator RTR

Coming from Axial is their new SCX10 III Jeep JT Gladiator RTR truck. While continuing to incorporate key components that have made SCX10 vehicles successful, the SCX10 III chassis increases realism with details that include a replica V8 engine to house the front-mounted 540 brushed motor, mated to a realistic transmission housing and transfer case like a 1:1 vehicle. The Spektrum DX3 3-channel 2.4GHz DSMR transmitter and Firma 40A ESC/receiver are also ready to give owners the advantages of innovative Spektrum Smart technology. Out of the box, the SCX10 III Jeep JT Gladiator transmission offers a third-channel DIG function that lets drivers lock the rear axle from the transmitter for front wheel drive and a tighter turning radius. Though locked out from the factory, drivers can set up the vehicle to have a 40 percent faster second gear instead of DIG — or, by adding another micro servo and using a radio with at least four channels, have simultaneous access to both the DIG and two-speed functions.

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August 20, 2020

Schumacher Storm ST 2WD stadium truck kit

Following a first teaser image, Schumacher have fully unveiled their all-new Storm ST 2WD stadium truck kit. The Storm ST is a fast and agile stadium truck developed from the Cougar Laydown buggy. It features a light weight, low centre of gravity design, for optimum performance on a wide range of track surfaces. Whether you race on high grip carpet, medium grip astro, or low grip dirt, the Storm ST is a winner. The Storm ST prototypes have already proven their capabilities with wins at the prestigious EOS. The knowledge and experience from Schumacher’s racing and engineering team has been applied to every detail of the Storm ST’s design to make a fast, easy to drive, and user friendly truck that will take drivers to the top of the podium.

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August 20, 2020

Adam Izsay wins at SMRC club series Rd4

Round 4 of the SMRC club racing series was held last weekend in 2WD, 4WD, and 2WD Stock Buggy classes. In 4WD it was Xray’s Adam Iszay with the overall TQ from Antonia Kovalszki (Xray) in a close 2nd. In the finals it was pretty much the same with Adam and Antonia pulling away from the field and after some great fights it was Adam with the overall win from Antonia in 2nd. Rene Muller came in 3rd overall to round out an all-Xray podium.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

August 20, 2020

H2 Racing Development TRF420 direct spool cups

Coming from H2 Racing Development and made for the Tamiya TRF420 touring cars are new direct spool cups. Their special design solves the breaking issues associated with the the original aluminium and steel cups as they are made of high-quality 7075 aluminium and feature an anti-wear anodising. The cups are a direct fit with the original TRF420 front spool pulley and their precision manufacturing ensures minimal play between the universal joint ball head and shaft cap. In addition, and with 2g per piece, they are very lightweight.

Source: H2 Racing Development [h2-rd.com]

August 20, 2020

EWS Summer Edition race – Announcement

The well-known EWS Essex Winter Series team has announced that the EWS Summer Edition event will return in 2020. Following the delay to racing due to the Coronavirus situation, the event will take place on 5th and 6th September at the Colchester Model Car Club venue in Essex, UK. With classes for Modified Touring, Super Stock Touring and Front Wheel Drive, Saturday is an optional day of practice, with the race event taking place on Sunday. All the rules and further information on the race, along with the entry form, can be found here.

August 20, 2020

Wallie Builds XB4 carbon fibre side guards

Wallie Builds have released new carbon fibre side guards for the Xray XB4. These side guards are designed to look good as well as perform in the heat of competition. They are lighter than the stock guards and also have a higher ground clearance for less drag when jumping and cornering. Included comes hardware for easy mounting of the new parts.

Source: Wallie Builds [walliebuilds.com]

August 20, 2020

T-Works MP10 CVD centre driveshafts sets

Made for the Kyosho MP10 buggy are two new CVD-style centre driveshaft sets from T-Works. Available are a 82mm front and 116mm rear variant with both sets being made of high-quality steel for exceptional durability. Included with the driveshafts come steel couplers and all needed mounting hardware. In addition the joint cups are available separately as lightweight aluminium variants that weigh in at only 3.4g versus the 9.4g of the original steel parts, greatly reducing rotational masses for improved acceleration.

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August 20, 2020

Tamiya announce new TT-02 optionals

Tamiya have announced the soon release of new option parts for the TT-02 Type-S entry-level touring car in the form of an aluminium LT steering set and an adjustable steel rear suspension mount. Starting with the steering set, the large tie-rod LT specification provided a neutral steering feeling with the steering bridge, bellcranks and posts being made of aluminium for increased rigidity. In addition the steering post mounting has been optimised to improve durability. The set includes all needed parts and it is usable for the TT-02 Type-S and Type-SR kits.

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