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August 31, 2022

PSM TLR 8IGHT X/E 2.0 centre diff. brace

PSM has developed a centre diff. brace for the TLR 8IGHT X/E 2.0 kit. Made from 3.0mm genuine PSM carbon fibre, the design provides additional rigidity to the whole centre differential unit – compared to the stock plastic part – and adds that factory look as well. To highlight the German origin of the parts, they have recessed a thin silver coloured brass emblem with the PSM logo in the middle of the part. In addition to that, this set includes hardware for routing your power wires below the front differential outdrive which helps to get the weight of the wires down to the lowest point of the vehicle and also give a super clean look.

Source: PSM [psmfactory.com]

August 30, 2022

1up Racing UltraLite 3 Wire Organiser

Randy Caster’s 1up Racing has released this UltraLite 3 Wire Organiser which is the perfect way to dress up your wiring job without adding unwanted weight to your chassis. The lightweight aluminium organiser fits most 12-14ga wire up to 4.1mm OD and weights only .59g.

Source: 1up Racing [1upracing.com]

August 30, 2022

JConcepts Radial NMB bearing sets

JConcepts has introduced new Radial NMB bearing sets as an upgrade to the standard kits bearings that come with most buggy kits. They are built to last with NMB bearing quality, stainless steel materials, and precise tolerances. Available in a variety of sets to meet different kit demands, the Radial bearings are already proven with Ryan Maifield TQ’ing and winning the 1:8 Pro Buggy class at the largest RC event on record at the 2022 Psycho Nitro Blast in Tennessee using the JConcepts Radial bearings set for the Mugen MBX8-R. The sets are also offered for Team Associated’s RC8B4/RC8B4e and HB Racing’s D819RS/D8T Evo as well as the E819RS.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

August 30, 2022

T-Works OS Engine Carburettors Sealing Ring

T-Works have released these new aluminium carburettor boot sealing rings for OS Engines. The rings come in two option, the S version suitable for OS’s new carburettor and the L version for the older model carburettors. The ring can effectively prevented oil leakage after installation.

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

August 30, 2022

Avid AE 2.0 & 2.5mm thick 13mm Pistons

Avid Racing Concepts has introduced new machined 13mm pistons for the new Team Associated’s 13mm shocks in two, 2.0mm and 2.5mm, thickness. They offer a conventional setup but with a perfectly machined round piston and square 90° edges for a tight-fitting piston that has little blow-by creating more pack on jumps. The AE piston has a slightly rounded outer edge and the holes are chamfered which results in harder landings. Over the years Avid have developed a process of keeping all the edges sharp with little to no burrs to keep your confidence high when landing big jumps. The 2.0mm thickness allows the piston to be smoother in bumps but at the cost of bottoming out on big jumps, for those use our 2.5mm thick pistons. Each piston a single dimple if you want to add a small 1.0mm bleeder hole to give the car more bite on slow corners (Blank pistons include 4 dimples.). Each package includes 2 pistons inside a Doodad container printed with AVID logo.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

August 30, 2022

MonacoRC Special Tweak Bar for Xray X4/Awesomatix

MonacoRC has released this special tweak bar that fits both the XRAY X4 and Awesomatix touring car. The tweak bar is used to push down onto the bulkheads, with the car sitting on a flat surface, to make sure that the chassis is perfectly flat when you tighten the screws of your top deck. This item is extremely easy to use, and can quickly solve any handling problems caused by a tweaked chassis plate.

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August 29, 2022

T-Works RC8 B4 Rear Brace

T-Works has produced this rear brace for Team Associated’s World Champion RC8 B4 1:8 Offroad kit. Machined from 7075-T6 aluminium and having a black anodised finish, it is intended to give greater chassis rigidity and strength.

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

August 29, 2022

Gil Losi Snr – RIP

It is with sadness that we report the death of one of the great pioneers of RC racing, Gil Losi Snr. Gil Snr was one of the founders of Team Losi Racing, a company that would become an iconic manufacturer in the world of RC racing. It all started in the 80’s with their first product, a 64 pitch spur gear, and as they say ‘the rest is history’. Gil Snr (pictured with the late Brian Kinwald) also played a huge part in the careers of some of the sport’s biggest names with Adam Drake one of those to quickly pay tribute to Gil “Pops” Losi. Drake posted on his social media, ‘It’s incredibly difficult to process the news about Gil “Pops” Losi. Pops was one of the most kind, passionate, and caring people I’ve ever met. He gave me an opportunity at a very young age to represent his brand and eventually move to California to start my career in the R/C industry. I’m so grateful for the time I was able to have spent with Pops over the years at the races, working together, and at BBQ’s. I’ll always remember the good times and your passion for cars, racing, family. Red RC would like extend our condolences to the Losi family – RIP Gil.

Image: Adam Drake [Facebook]