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October 22, 2020

JConcepts B74 aluminium clamping servo horn

Similar in concept and structure to the JConcepts clamping servo horns released yesterday, these new versions are specifically for the Associated B74. A clamping style servo horn, it is great for high-torque situations providing additional security and relieving some load to the servo splines themselves. The broad base of the horn tapers to the connection area where the steering takes place. The boss on the top surrounds the ball-end and provides a hefty surface for steering direction. Small ribs have been added on the sides to help strengthen the unit in a twisting fashion and a deep pocket hides the 3mm standard mounting screw. The entire horn has been retouched with chamfer highlight edging and laser etched with JC and the tooth count for high-end looks and authenticity.

View more images of the servo horn here

October 22, 2020

Core RC grease line

Core RC’s new line-up of grease has been extensively tested by the Schumacher engineering department and factory race team to have you covered for all applications and comes supplied in larger than normal 10ml pots. First up is the red high performance lithium complex grease which is best for lubrication of plastic gears, universal joints and driveshaft bone pins/blades and diff output interfaces. Suitable for a higher temperature than the multi purpose grease. Next up is the silicone ball diff grease, for use on the main balls of a diff. Stable and consistent for many runs, it is made from 100% pure silicone. The multi purpose lithium grease is a general purpose lower cost lithium grease, suitable for plastic gears, universal joints and metal interfaces. Finally there is the molybdenum or better known as moly grease, mainly used for thrust races in ball diffs but also good for metal gears and CVD’s for its high loading properties. Not to be used on plastics.

Source: Core RC [racing-cars.com]

October 22, 2020

Wallie Builds RC8B3.2 1mm arm inserts

Wallie Builds introduces these 1mm arm inserts for the Team Associated RC8B3.2. These allow for an in between feeling from the stock plastic and the 1.25mm thick Factory Team option, so its great for increasing stability on low grip tracks, without losing too much grip.

View the other inserts here

October 22, 2020

WTS Transponder Diamond Edition

A Monaco RC exclusive, this Diamond Edition WTS Transponder features a unique transparent case for a refined look. Compatible with all RC systems including RC Version 4 Decoders with Firmware 4.4 or lower, its operation is purely lap counting and timing using its 7 digit ID number. The transponder is ready to be used right away simply by connecting to a battery or plugging into a free receiver channel or BATT socket. The WTS power cable is flexible and can be easily replaced.

Source: Monaco RC [monacorc.com]

October 21, 2020

Hasi Tuned 1/8th carbon body mounts

New from Hasi Tuned are these lightweight carbon body mounts which fit perfectly under the most popular 1/8th onroad body shells. Compared to the standard kit versions this body mount is very stiff and due to its special shape makes the rear of your car very stable, especially on high speed tracks. Available for the Shepherd Velox, ARC R8 and Mugen MRX6, for the Shepherd and ARC there is an optional version that lifts the rear of the body by an additional 3mm, improving the cornering even more. Made in Italy the set includes all the necessary parts to complete the conversion.

View the other available mounts here

October 21, 2020

JConcepts Animal & Hawk SCT tires

One of the best ways to sling the dirt and sand is with the new Animal and Hawk tires by JConcepts. The Animal is a large height, paddle rear tire, cutting through the dust, sand and dirt while spraying rooster-tails against the competition. The 3.0” x 2.2” carcass has strategically placed upper paddles with a scoop shape to thrust into any patch of terrain and blow right through it. One of the details is the smooth carcass with mock cut-off paddle sections which is a common sight in 1:1 tires. The Hawk multi-rib front tires are directional and meant to cut-through the loam and silt dirt. The 3.0” x 2.2” narrowed carcass has strategically placed radius ribs in a step-up fashion to give turning traction during different depths of surface conditions. Both tires are for Short Course trucks and 1:1 inspired to provide best in class looks and performance. Available loose or pre mounted for Slash.

View more images of the tires here

October 21, 2020

JConcepts aluminium 20mm clamping servo horns

New for the Mugen MBX8 & Team Associated RC8B3.2, this JConcepts 20mm servo horn is available in both 23T and 25T versions. A clamping style servo horn, it is great for high-torque situations providing additional security and relieving some load to the servo splines themselves. The broad base of the horn tapers to the connection area where the steering takes place. The boss on the top surrounds the ball-end and provides a hefty surface for steering direction. Small ribs have been added on the sides to help strengthen the unit in a twisting fashion and a deep pocket hides the 3mm standard mounting screw. The entire horn has been retouched with chamfer highlight edging and laser etched with JC and the tooth count for high-end looks and authenticity.

View another image of the servo horn here

October 21, 2020

Fletcher wins BRCA 1/8th Rd5 as Lee claims title

As we reported earlier, last weekend saw the 5th and final round of the BRCA 1/8th onroad championships held at the super-fast and popular Cotswolds circuit. Saturday practice in the EP class saw Billy Fletcher (Capricorn) leading the way followed by Mikey Mansell (Capricorn) and Michael Lee (Xray). When Sunday qualifying got under way all 3 drivers pushed harder than ever to take that extra all important TQ point for the championship. After 4 rounds Billy Fletcher would take TQ with Mikey Mansell trailing him by just under a second with Michael Lee in 3rd. Peter Vater (Xray), Jamie Paton (Capricorn) and Luke Drinan (Capricorn) joined them in the A final. The finals got underway and after some really close and hard racing in both legs Billy Fletcher took the win followed by his team mate Mikey Mansell with Michael Lee claiming 3rd right on Mikey’s rear end. These final results saw Michael Lee clinch the championship with Billy Fletcher in second on equal points, Michael taking it on count back. Mikey rounded out the championship podium with 3rd place.

Thanks to Michael Walton for the report.