California based Exotek Racing has released a new rear diffuser for the F1Ultra R5 1:10 formula pan car kit it released earlier this year. The all 3D printed nylon construction weighs 10grams and provides extra downforce and rear traction. It is direct fit for the Exotek F1 Ultra R5 only.
Alex Thurston is the new 2024 BRCA British 1:8 Circuit National Champion, the YMC Racing supported driver claimed the title with a perfect season of 5 wins from 5 races. With round 5 of 7 taking drivers to the centre of the country and to the Wombwell Circuit, Thurston would take his Ielasi Tuned powered Mugen Seiki to the TQ ahead of the Shepherds of out going champion Tim Wood and Andrew Hastings. In the process of his Q4 FTD, Thurston claimed a new track record with a fastest lap of 16.02. In the half hour final Wood would keep Thurston on his toes but a late push in the final minutes allowed Thurston to build as gap he could maintain to the finish to make it 5 from 5 by a margin of 6-seconds. Behind Wood, Hastings completed the podium 2-laps down. The title win sees Thurston retake the title he had previous held for three years in a row in 2022. The penultimate round of the 2024 championship will see drivers return to Halifax, having hosted previously Round 5, on September 7/8th.
Image: Alex Thurston [Facebook]
New from T-Works are this Carbon Fibre Center Gearbox Plate with Bearings and Steel 12mm Pivot Balls for the Infinity IFB8 1:8 Nitro Buggy. Machines from carbon fibre, the lightweight Center Gearbox Plate significant reduces overall weight. Supplied with bearings for the brake cam, this contributes to a more precise & increased responsiveness. The Steel 12mm Pivot Ball is 6.89g heavier compared to the original aluminium pivot ball with the significant increase in the weight of the front rocker arm enhancing steering response. The pivot ball is designed with hexagonal 3.0 holes to ensure easy installation and ensure the stability and durability of the part.
Following the recent release of its MD1.0 LTS (Load Transfer Special) 1:10 Drift Car kit, Yokomo is now offering the new parts for owners of the original MD1.0 to upgrade their car to LTS Spec. All available separately, the parts list includes the Aluminium upper arm mounts (front/rear), Graphite rear upper deck, Graphite rear lower arms (left & right), Aluminium battery plate posts (3pcs), and Aluminium upper mount posts (3pcs).
While busy with the release of their first ever Electric Touring Car kit, the SP1, RC Maker’s development of aftermarket parts hasn’t stopped with the release of these Ultra Lite Horizontal Rear Post Body Mounts. After the popularity of their Pro Horizontal Rear Post Body Mounts, the Australian company set out to make the product even better. Thanks to the feedback from racers, they knew they could reduce the weight even further and maintain sufficient strength. With the Ultra Lite mounts they managed to reduce the weight of the entire set by a massive 50%. The new Ultra Lite version comes in at only 1.7g per assembly. To put that into perspective, thats even lighter than using a vertical body post. In addition to the mounts you must also buy the HRP ULTRA LITE Carbon Extensions with RC Maker also releasing new Ultra Lite 7075 Black Anodised Wing Buttons for 1:10 Touring Car bodies.
Legendary Japanese engine manufacturer O.S. Engines has released its latest .21 engine for 1:8 Onroad racing, the O.S. Speed R2106. The cylinder liner adopts a new 9-port shape, and the port shape has been revised to improve power in the mid-range. The crankshaft uses the well-known EURO2, and the combination with the rear bearing that uses ceramic balls has improved the feeling from the low-range. In addition, the connecting rod adopts a newly designed reinforced type, which improves durability in long and harsh racing scenes. The carburetor is based on the 21M, which was also well-received in the R2105, but the slide valve and needle shape have been changed to make it easier to adjust. It has been reborn as the O.S. Speed R2106, which can be expected to give you an advantage in racing.
Leading 1:8 GT racer Alex D’angelo, who was announced as a new team driver at Italian chassis manufacturer Capricorn, is to use Ielasi Tuned Electronics for his EP GT race programme. On the announcement the Italian said, ‘I’m happy to announce that I’m from now using Ielasi Tuned Electronics on my Lab GT2 EP. I will use the ITX8-RS ESC with the 2650Kv motor. I already had the opportunity to try the Combo last weekend, excellent performance with lower battery consumption, and new track record. Thanks to Daniele and Sabrina for their availability, hoping to achieve great results together.’
Source: Ielasi Tuned [ielasituned.com]
JConcepts has released its F2 and P2 bodies for the Xray XB2’24 1:10 2WD Buggy. It is difficult to find a more successful body shell designed by the Florida company than the F2 (blue colour scheme). With the release of the Xray XB2 2024, JConcepts set off to incorporate all the functionality of the IFMAR World Championship winning shell and wrapped it around the newest dynamo from Team XRAY. The exclusive composition of the cab, extra rear windows, louvered roof all tied together with Finnisher “V” configuration makes the F2 a classic performer with it now available to wrap around the newest offering from Xray. The P2 (red colour scheme) design arrived just in time for the IFMAR Worlds in 2017 where the team tested and confirmed performance characteristics on the Xiamen, China track surface and has since developed a reputation as the go-to design for dirt surfaces ranging from low to high-traction. Both bodies include two of the 6.5” Carpet | Turf | Dirt wing which are now a standard racing item around the world.
