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December 28, 2023

Hobbywing LCD Program Box Pro

Capping off a year in which all four electric World Championship title winners used it products, Hobbywing has released a new LCD Program Box Pro. With multiple functions and easy operation, the new box gets an upgraded 2.8-inch display which support 20 levels brightness adjustment. A new single Roller interface makes navigating a speed controller’s setting easier than ever. As an independent parameter adjustment device, the Program Box Pro allows you to directly use the built-in LCD screen to display, set, and share ESC parameters. Connect the ESC to a computer using a USB adapter and use the USB Link application software on the computer to upgrade the ESC firmware and set parameters. With the OTA Bluetooth module to establish wireless connection with your smartphone, you can use the mobile APP to set ESC parameters, upgrade firmware, and read data. Another feature of the box is it can detect the overall voltage of the lithium battery and the individual voltage of each cell. The scope of application can also be understood by previous ESCs that the old LCD G2 program box and OTA Bluetooth module supported.

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December 28, 2023

JConcepts BIGFOOT 4 Louisville ’90 Ford F-250 body set

Having become extensively involved in the RC monster truck scene in recent years thanks to owner Jason Ruona’s own personal love of all things BIGFOOT, JConcepts has released its latest body for the iconic truck with the BIGFOOT 4 Louisville 1990 Ford F-250 body set. They designed the body to accept the included wrap-around front bumper and rear bumper assembly. A tough task considering most polycarbonate bodies are not produced to hold injection molds parts in this manner. The front clip of the body was built to accept a drop-in injection molded and chrome 3D front grille assembly. They also elected to add an assortment of injection molded and chrome plated engine accessories to this set. These items include the dual and vertical air-filter assembly commonly used on BIGFOOT #4 during this time. An included fastback is built to attach to the body with inner roll-bar assembly which is already injection molded blue in colour. The inner roll-bar assembly makes it possible to mount the included mock light buckets on top and during assembly, add the iconic fluorescent pink light covers to finish off the look.

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December 28, 2023

JConcepts Teazers 1:8 Truck tyre

New from JConcepts is the Teazer tire which the Florida company has created for the competitive world of 1:8 truck racing. Packed with almost 4000 individual pins, the Teazer uses a multi-height and multi-width pin system to incorporate the dense pin count. The square based, angular lugs alternate in height and width to connect with a track surface by allowing the taller pins to reach deep and contour with the terrain. The shorter pins stiffen the base, add surface area, and provide increased longevity for long main events. JConcepts started this design with conditions in mind that were very typical of 1:8 offroad. Dusty, bumpy and sometimes wet and dry areas make this form of racing the most difficult to tame and the Teazers have all the ingredients. The tires feel to the touch much like a field of grass, the individual blades of tire tread grip independently to form the ultimate low traction or slick groove condition tyre. Alternating bars support sections of the tire where more forward grip is desired while the half-height design of the bar still allows flexibility.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

December 27, 2023

Battle to have a go at 1:8 Onroad with Capricorn

Former 1:8 Offroad World Champion Robert Battle is to try his hand at 1:8 Onroad racing in 2024 with the news the Spaniard has done a deal with one of the categories specialist manufacturers Capricorn. While Battle’s focus is still on his 1:8 Offroad programme with Mayako, he will fit in some onroad racing as he gets to take on the sport’s original category which is something that has intrigued him for some time. Commenting on the announcement from the Italian manufacturer, Battle said, “I’m glad to be part of a pure on road brand like Capricorn, I always said 1:8 onroad was a class to drive soon or later so this year all come true. We will do as many races we will be able due to Offroad Calendar, I’m sure I will learn a lot and also have fun like a kid thank you so much to Capricorn for that opportunity, I will let you all know soon all Package!”

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

December 27, 2023

Tebo and Mayako part ways

Having announced earlier this year that 2023 would be his final year as a professional driver, Jared Tebo and Mayako have announced they are to part ways after just one year. On signing with Mayako, the America racer was announced in a dual role as both an international team driver and Mayako USA Community Manager. Through his JTP RC business Tebo was also selling Mayako products. In a post on social media, Mayako said, ‘Mayako and Jared Tebo will part ways at the end of 2023. Mayako would like to thank Jared for the past year and wish him the best in the next stages of his career! His insight and interaction with the Community have really shown the knowledge built up over his excellent career! Good luck in the future Jared!’ On his own personal Facebook page Tebo wrote, ‘Holy smokes has 2023 been a year. I need to announce that my time working together with Mayako has come to an end. Definitely not the way I thought it would turn out, but we gave it a good try, and I’m proud of that. This year has been one of my toughest and most challenging years mentally, for a lot of different reasons. I’ll say it was a big transition year, with different surprises. I decided to retire from professional RC car racing, something I’ve done since I was 14 years old. That’s been my “identity” for over half my life. With that, I’ve had so many mixed emotions, good and bad, happy and sad. 2024 will look a lot different … new experiences, new challenges, new adventures await!

Source: Mayako & Jared Tebo [Facebook]

December 27, 2023

Yokomo BD12 US spec Alu chassis | Body Mounts

New from Yokomo for the 2024 season is this aluminium main chassis for its BD12 1:10 Electric Touring Car. It is a highly rigid US specification with little wall removal, making it ideal for high-grip carpeted surfaces. The centre of gravity is lowered, which is also effective as a high-side countermeasure. The Japanese manufacturer also has new horizontal body mounts compatible with rear body posts that protrude rearward, such as BD12, these mounting parts reliably receive downforce and increase rear traction. Compatible with Twister/Twister Special bodies, the mounting parts are secured to the body using the wing fixing screws. Offset can be adjusted by using the fixing direction of the parts and the included spacers. The height of the body can also be fine-tuned by adjusting spacers on the body post side, such as BD12. This optional part is highly beneficial for race users as it can minimise problems caused by body damage due to crashes, etc.

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December 26, 2023

JConcepts RM2 Gold Grease

JConcepts, together with RM2 introduces a new high temperature, high performance grease for a multitude of uses in the RC industry which is calling Gold Grease. It is the perfect complement for metal-to-metal parts in the driveline such as high-wear, pivoting items such as CVA’s, universals, and axle assemblies. In general, if there is metal to metal contact, chances are, you can lower wear characteristics, and improve performance. Ryan Maifield has spent considerable time searching out the combination that belongs in his race cars. While the heavy-metal grease (#8119) has been a top performer in gears and thrust, the gold is where it’s at for driveline, CVA’s and pivoting components.b For CVA’s, bone, and axle assemblies, apply a liberal amount against the pivoting and rotating components and assemble and work into position. Once the vehicle is completely assembled, always roll-over the driveline so all the lubricants take a nice set-in position and evenly coat frictional areas.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

December 26, 2023

McBride back at Kyosho

With his father Scott giving a very subtle hint on Christmas eve as to the impending news with a photo posted on social media, Kyosho has today officially confirmed the return of Kyle McBride to its International 1:8 Offroad team. One of the young stars of the 1:8 Offroad Worlds in Pattaya, Thailand in 2010, which earned him the title of the ‘wonder from Down Under’, the Australian first joined the iconic Japanese manufacturer in 2011 on the back of that performance. Now he returns to bolster their international team which in recent years has not been as prolific. Since his appearance in the 2018 World Championship Final in Perth then driving his Team Associated to 9th, McBride has had a number of chassis sponsors but the return to Kyosho should see his back on the international stage as Australia’s top offroad driver. Commenting on the announcement McBride said, ‘Officially going back to my roots. Sincere thank you to Team Kyosho and Hobbies Australia for the opportunity to join the team and represent this professional brand again. I look forward to equipping these amazing Japanese vehicles and showing what I am capable of with them. Bring on 2024!!!’

Source: Kyosho Corporation [Facebook]