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June 27, 2024

JConcepts MSB1 F2 body

JConcepts has released its F2 body for the Mugen Seiki MSB1 1:10 2WD Buggy.. As the release drops of the MSB1, JConcepts set off to incorporate all the functionality of the IFMAR World Championship winning shell and wrapped it around the newest dynamo from Mugen Seiki Racing. The exclusive composition of the cab, extra rear windows, louvered roof all tied together with Finnisher “V” configuration makes the F2 a classic performer. T he body includes two of the 6.5” Carpet | Turf | Dirt wing which is now a standard racing item around the world. The body arrives as clear polycarbonate with protective film and is available in standard and lightweight formed thickness.

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June 27, 2024

Schumacher CAT L1R ‘Recon’ Steering set

New from Schumacher Racing for its CAT L1R 1:10 4WD Competition Buggy is this ‘Recon’ Steering set. Designed and tested by the British manufacturer’s engineering department and race team that includes reigning EFRA European 4WD Buggy Champion Michal Orlowski, the ‘Recon’ optional steering assembly offers initial smoothness, but allows you to use all of the steering throw with an improved feel.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

June 27, 2024

MXLR TRF421 FlexBumper and Front Body Support

Germany’s MXLR has released a version of its FlexBumper and a Front Body Support for Tamiya’s TRF421 competition level 1:10 Electric Touring Car. The FlexBumper is 3D printed with thermoplastic polyurethane for the optimal strength and flexibility and absorbs hits better and doesn’t transfer them as much into the chassis structure. More robust and sturdy, it always goes back to original shape and don’t drag on the floor after a crash. The MXLR FlexBumper for the TRF421 matches the original footprint, but with a lower overall profile! Also the front body post adjustment of the TRF421 is fully in function with their design, the bumper can slide back and forth depending on the used body post position. A direct replacement for the kit foam, the lower overall profile helps to keep the weight in an acceptable range. There are two MX logos on the backside to proof the originality.

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June 27, 2024

Willspeed B7 Machined PEEK Idler Gears

New from British 1:10 offroad specialist manufacturer Willspeed is this machined 26T PEEK Idler Gears Set for the Team Associated B7 2WD Buggy. Looking to create the ultimate fit and forget Idler Gear solution for the B7 in terms of performance and reliability, they redesigned the 3 gears to take 5 X 9 X 3mm bearings (supplied). Reducing the bearing diameter to increase the material section at the root of the gear tooth to improve strength and durability. PEEK (polyetheretherketone) a premium high performance engineering plastic and boasts excellent mechanical strength, heat and wear resistance and bearing properties, the highest rated among plastics making these gears truly a fit and forget item.

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June 26, 2024

Brazilian Paulista Championship Round 2 – Report

The 2nd Round of Paulista Championship took place recently at AARC Speedway in Santo André, São Paulo, Brazil where a large number of racers energised the scene in the country, with many surprises and the consolidation of a new generation of racers. In the 1:8 Onroad it was well known international racer Flavio Elias and his Capricorn that led the race from start to finish, breaking the record for the fastest lap at AARC Speedway with 14.021 seconds. Behind the multiple champion, the Mugen Seiki of Pedro Fausto delivered a consistent performance, handling his car to second spot while the similar car of Marcos Pinheiro completed the podium despite some difficulties. In 1:10 young João Dulac took the win. The 8-year-old Capricorn driver, who is the son of international 1:8 racer Eduardo Dulac, amazed everyone with his skill and consistency, taking advantage of opponents’ mistakes to win the race. Setting a new lap record for the 1:10 category at AARC Speedway, 15.867 seconds, Cesar Salvador took his KM Racing chassis to second while Issao Takara overcame significant overgrip challenges late in the race to secure third place. In 1:8 GT Final Hernan Uner took his WIRC Racing chassis to victory with consistency and strategic overtakes, using the Senesi GT engine tuned by Jefferson Elias. Behind him the Hong Nor of Cesar Passaretti, the Top Qualifier in 1:10, took second place with Top Qualifier Sandro Cabrera driving a WIRC completing the podium having set a new fastest for the category around the track. The event highlighted the high level of competitiveness and emerging talent in Brazilian RC motorsport.

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June 26, 2024

Cucalon wins Copa Del Pacifico 2024

The 14th edition of the Copa Del Pacifico took place last weekend in the city of Machala in the south-west of Ecuador. Hosted by Club Radio Control el Oro, where the annual event started out, the three day event saw drivers racing at the Virgen de la Merced Onroad Raceway where after three rounds of qualifying it was the Serpent of Paul Carrion from Cuenca who secured the 1:10 Nitro Touring Car TQ. In 1:8 GT that honour went to the IGT8 of Herman Saa from Ambato. On Sunday morning showers meant that that finals had to be shortened from 15 to 10 minutes, and the A-Mains from 45 to 30 minutes. In the 1:10 A-Main, the Mugen Seiki of second place qualifier Alex Cucalon found its way to the front to beat pole sitter Carrion by a 2-lap margin. Having started P3, the Xray of Oswaldo Pena took the final podium spot. In the 1:8 GT Final Saa converted his pole position into a comfortable victory over the Hong Nor of Fabrizio Pesantez with Damian Proano completing the Top 3.

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June 26, 2024

Hong Nor Pinion Gear Tool Set

World Champion 1:8 GT chassis manufacturer Hong Nor has released a new Pinion Gear Tool Set for the easy replacement of pinions. The set is used to replace the 1st and 2nd gear pinions on the clutch bell of the X3GT-61 Clutch Set.

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June 26, 2024

Roche P12V updated Chassis Plate

1:12 Specialist manufacturer Roche has introduced an updated main chassis for their P12V pancar. The new 7075 aluminium main chassis has a reduced material front section meaning less front weight and a reduce area that can touch the track surface. This changes gives improvement with the car’s steering response especially on high grip conditions.

View new and old chassis comparison here