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Sunday, December 1, 2019

New option parts for your TLR 8X vehicles

Hello everyone,

TLR has released a number of option parts for the 8X vehicles this past week, but we haven't yet seen any photos or deals on the items. Keep checking back here and at Horizon Hobby for updates.

TLR341023 carbon center rib 8X

TLR344046 carbon rear tower

TLR242037 Coupler and Pin, deep yoke

TLR242036 Rear CV driveshaft, deep yoke

TLR242035 Rear CV driveshaft set, deep yoke

TLR240015 Wing spacer, 10mm

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Wednesday, November 20, 2019

Putting the 5.0 steering rack on your 22T 4.0


This week's TLR's blog post about putting the 5.0 steering rack on your 22T 4.0 comes from TLR driver Ean Reilley

It’s a very simple modification of the bulkhead as shown in the pictures, which can be easily done with a dremel.  Make sure to keep checking the clearance so you don’t remove too much material, which would make the bulkhead weak. Also, when doing this you need to make sure to use the 5.0 Ackerman Plates along with changing out your tunbuckles to 55mm length; same length as the 5.0 rear turnbuckles. The benefit of this modification is how smooth the steering is all the way throughout the corner and the ability to get a little more steering.


Parts needed
TLR234060
TLR331034
TLR331035
TLR331032 (23t)
TLR234106
TLR231078



I would like to thank Ean for the post and good luck in your racing!

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Friday, November 8, 2019

1/18 Mini-T 2.0

Reinvented with modern technology and Team Losi Racing engineering, the Losi Mini-T 2.0 1/18th-scale 2WD Truck honors the heritage of the original Mini-T with features and options never dreamed of back in the day.


Features:

Scaled Down Version of the 1/10th 22T
Mid Motor Configuration
Aluminum Chassis
Threaded Oil Filled Shocks
Fully assembled and ready-to-run
Dynamite 7.4V 2S 650mAh 20C Li-Po Battery
BK Bar Tires with Dish Wheels
Full Ball Bearings (less steering)
Servo Saver
Waterproof electronics*
22 Suspension Geometry
Option Parts Availability

Overview:

Reinvented with modern technology and Team Losi Racing® engineering, the Losi® Mini-T® 2.0 1/18th-scale 2WD Truck honors the heritage of the original Mini-T with features and options never dreamed of back in the day. With suspension geometry updated and taken from the TLR® 22 platform and the inclusion of waterproof* electronics with a 2.4Ghz radio system, everything here takes a step above the Mini's on the market. RC enthusiasts looking for something small, but with the performance of a 1/10 scale vehicle will find plenty to love in the Mini-T 2.0. It features a mid-motor configuration for better balance, oil filled shocks, aluminum chassis, and a full range of option parts all in a total ready-to-run package. You get TLR engineering and performance in a 1/18th size package.

JR
#DriveTLR #8realm #22empire 

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

New 22 5.0 ELITE Setups posted

Check out Frank and Dakotah's latest setups! Setups from Hobby Action, RC ClubHouse, and Rise Up. After Frank worked closely with Kevin Kimberly at Rise Up, he found a better balance for the 22 5.0 AC with ELITE parts on carpets.

Frank Root Rise Up
http://www.tlracing.com/ProdInfo/Files/22_50_DC_Elite_Frank_Root_Rise_Up_HTU_09_2019.pdf

Dakotah Phend RC Clubhouse
http://www.tlracing.com/ProdInfo/Files/TLR03022_Dakotah-Phend_RC-Clubhouse_10-2019.pdf


Frank Root Hobby Action
http://www.tlracing.com/ProdInfo/Files/TLR03022_Frank-Root_Hobby-Action_10-2019.pdf

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, October 24, 2019

WHAT AN EVENT!!

Hello everyone,

The first of the TLR Championship Series has come and gone with great success. It was truly amazing to see how everyone at R/C Excitement, Inc was so involved with the many seminars that we held throughout this event. Please take a second and check out this short video on the TLR Facebook highlighting the weekend. TLR Facebook

We can’t wait for the next round at RC Fun Park and Hobbies at the Tower DEC. 6-8. DON’T MISS OUT!!


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

My TLR 8IGHT XE electronics setup

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share my TLR 8IGHT XE electronics setup. After another great result here in Florida at the 1/8th FORCE series, I've received several requests to share what my electronics setup is and I thought it would be good info for here on the TLR Blog. Below I've outlined the manufacturer, equipment, and settings form this past Saturdays FORCE series event at Mills Pond in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.


Tekin equipment
T250 Servo 
1/8 RX8 Gen3 BL ESC 4030 T8 Gen3 BL Motor 1900kv Combo

Speedo settings
4cell (3.0 voltage cutoff per cell)
BL-FW

Drag Brake: 10
Brake Strength: 100
Push Control: Off
Brake Minimum: 0
RPM Brake: 2
Active Drag: On
Brake Frequency: 6kHz

Neutral Width: 25
Torque Level: 9
Reverse Speed: Off
Throttle Minimum: 3
Throttle Frequency: 8kHz

Timing Profile:1
Curves: 3

Trinity equipment
4S 14.8V 6000MAH 60C 1/8 E-BUGGY PACK WITH 5MM BULLETS
CERTIFIED ADJUSTABLE 5MM PURE COPPER GOLD PLATED BULLET CONNECTORS


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, October 3, 2019

Looking to save money?

Looking to save money on your next 1/10 TLR purchase and 1/8 TLR purchase ? Then check out the Kickoff to Savings sale!


Now through October 21st, save 15% on select TLR vehicles such as the following:
- Team Losi Racing 1/10 22 5.0 2WD Buggy DC Race Kit, Dirt/Clay (TLR03016)
- Team Losi Racing 1/10 22 5.0 2WD Spec Racing Kit, Dirt/Clay (TLR03018)
- Team Losi Racing 1/10 22 5.0 2WD Buggy AC Race Kit, Astro/Carpet (TLR03017)
- Team Losi Racing 1/8 8IGHT-XE 4WD Electric Buggy Race Kit (TLR04008)
- Team Losi Racing 1/8 8IGHT-X 4WD Nitro Buggy Race Kit (TLR04007)

This promotion is available at any participating Horizon Hobby retailer. Follow this link more information or to shop online: http://bit.ly/HHKOTS

*Note the pricing displayed on our website does NOT reflect the sale pricing. You must use coupon code "KICKOFF" during checkout to activate savings.

#HorizonHobby
#DriveTLR

Thursday, September 26, 2019

HD Pinion Bearing Set for the 8X and 8XE - TLR347000

We are releasing an upgrade bearing set for those of you that want the ultimate bearings for your race rig for the pinion bearings.  These are for the 8X and 8XE.  There are a couple reasons we are releasing these. 

One reason is to give you the option of some very good bearings that run true, smooth, and fast.  These are high quality bearings that have the best shields in them for the purpose.  The inside bearing gets a metal shield and the outer bearings get rubber shields to keep out the dirt.  These are easy to tell the difference as one shield is black and the other is orange red.  These are oiled bearings.  We have numerous cars that have had a single set of these bearings in place for over 6 months now and they are still very smooth.

The second reason is that we have seen a lot of people use clutch bearings in this pinion position and this is not correct.  A clutch bearing has looser tolerances so that when it heats up, it is in tolerance and tight.  The pinion will never heat up this much to heat up the bearing and thus when using clutch bell bearings, you are adding unnecessary wear and tear to your ring and pinion.

TLR347000 HD Pinion Bearings provides 2 of each size so enough to do your entire car.

Good luck at the races and have fun out there!



Saturday, September 21, 2019

The TLR Champ Series

Hello everyone,

The TLR Champ Series is here!

TLR and Pro-Line Racing are proud to announce the 2019 -2020 TLR Championship Series presented by Pro-Line. What makes this series different than the rest?


- Over $1200.00 up for grabs in Horizon Hobby Bucks
- FREE PL Hand-out tires (Independent 17.5 2wd Buggy)
- FREE custom pit mat for each registered driver
- FREE Proline goodies for each registered driver
- FREE Seminars
- FREE Pizza Party
- Track walk with Pro drivers
- SpektrumRC radio loaner program
- Tons of raffle prizes
- Hobbies for Good Dash for Cash

FALL CHAMPS
October 11 – 13
R/C Excitement, Inc / Fitchburg, MA
www.rcexcitement.com

WINTER CHAMPSDecember 6 – 8
RC Fun Park and Hobbies at the Tower / Granger, IN
www.rcfunpark.com

SPRING CHAMPS
April 24 – 26
Beach RC & Hobbies / Myrtle Beach, SC
www.beachrc.com

SUMMER CHAMPS
June 26 – 28
Tacoma R/C Raceway / Tacoma, WA
http://www.tacomarc.com/

MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

G2 gear diff build

Hello everyone,

In Touch With TLR- Frank Root walks you through the correct way to build a TLR G2 gear diff like a PRO!


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, September 5, 2019

Golden Ticket

The TLR 22 DC 5.0 ELITE's are in stock and shipping! Make sure to click on the link below and enter your serial number for a chance to win one of these amazing prizes!


-Platinum Ticket: SpektrumRC DX6R 6-Channel DSMR Android-Powered Radio Transmitter Only with WiFi/Bluetooth (SPMR6410), Transmitter -Case: DX6R (SPM6719), Servo/Receiver with Team Tekin Racing ESC and Motor
- Golden Ticket #1: A Spektrum Race Servo
- Golden Ticket #2: MIP Radio Control RC Car Hop-Ups and Tools for the Hobbyist Puck System and Turnbuckle Wrench
- Golden Ticket #3: AKA Products Inc. Tire, Mounting Accessory and Tool Package
- Golden Ticket #4: JConcepts Inc Tire, Wheel, Body and Accessory Package
- Golden Ticket #5: Pro-Line Racing Tire, Body, Shirt and Accessory Package

Didn’t buy a kit, no problem, just send us a self-addressed stamped envelope.

http://www.tlracing.com/GoldenTicket/


Wednesday, August 28, 2019

New -3mm Chassis for 8ight-X

We have released a new chassis for the TLR 8ight-X.  The part number is TLR341022. The chassis is 3mm shorter and also moves the weight forward by moving items on the chassis forward.  This chassis provides more overall grip, more corner speed, and more steering for an overall faster vehicle.  We recommend this for all surfaces and in all conditions.

It is easily distinguishable as it is marked with -3mm as shown below.
You will need to modify one of two parts on your vehicle for fitment.  You either need to slightly modify your center brace/servo mount or your upper battery box lid.  You will see where these two touch and just want to clearance them until they do not.

Good luck at the races!

Monday, August 26, 2019

Closer look at the TLR 22 5.0 DC ELITE

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share some insight when it comes to tuning options on the TLR's new 22 5.0 DC ELITE. This guide shows both the included 3.5mm and optional 3mm shock shaft options and what the options do for you. This is a great tuning option for the different tracks we have today and you should get familiar with both options.


Another cool option in the VHA rear hub is something we have been working on for some time. The amount of adjustability the new VHA hub provides you is ideal with the level of racing today. The new axle provides you four pin locations that completely change the way the rear suspension behaves. Check out the guide for all the details.


JR
#8realm #22empire #DriveTLR

Monday, August 19, 2019

Maximum diff life

Hello everyone,

Breaking in and setting the slipper is very critical for the maximum diff life. We show you how we do it here on In Touch with TLR and the TLR Blog!


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Build a 2wd ball diff like a Pro

Hello everyone,

If you have struggled with Building those tricky 2wd ball diffs, this is the In Touch with TLR video for you.


Watch and learn from the Pros! Be sure to be extra careful with those hobby knives!

JR 
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Video Blog with Derek Jacobs

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share an interview I had with a TLR driver here in Florida, Derek Jacobs, at SS Raceway for the first round of the fall session of the FORCE series for 2019. Derek and I talked shop about his 8IGHT-X and answered a few questions from the FaceBook group #8realm.


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, August 1, 2019

22 5.0 DC ELITE kit

The 22 5.0 has proven itself as the next evolution of the 22 2WD buggy platform. Now the 22 5.0 DC ELITE kit gives drivers a full team completion kit all in one box!

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*PRO LEVEL READY
Including all of the key option parts that our factory race team uses to win across the world, the 22 5.0 DC ELITE is truly Pro Level Ready from a kit build right out of the box... more so than any 2WD buggy kit ever offered. Parts include Carbon Fiber, Black Anodized Aluminum and Titanium turnbuckles.

*CARBON FIBER PARTS INCLUDED
The overwhelming popular carbon fiber option and tuning parts for the 22 5.0's have been added into the kit. +2mm front and rear shock towers, electronics mounting plate, and a rear wing washer are now included in the kit!

*ALUMINUM OPTION PARTS INCLUDED
As the team has found many of the optional aluminum parts for the 22 5.0 to improve maintenance or performance, those are now included in the kit as well. Aluminum options included are the bell cranks, drag link, servo mount, outer front bearing inserts, rear camber block, C and D pivots, and aluminum nuts throughout.

*ALL NEW REAR HUBS AND INNER REAR PIVOTS
The 22 5.0 DC ELITE includes Inner Rear Pivots with roll center, track width, anti-squat and toe adjustment paired with the Variable Height Axle (VHA) rear hubs which also give more roll center and axle height adjustment. This is the most adjustable rear suspension TLR has ever produced.

*TITANIUM TURNBUCKLES INCLUDED
Titanium turnbuckles have always been a premium upgrade for race vehicles, and there could not be a proper 22 5.0 DC ELITE kit without them. Included are titanium turnbuckles throughout the buggy to save weight and increase performance.

*REVAMPED STEERING GEOMETRY
The 22 5.0 is the best driving 2WD Team Losi Racing has ever created, and the biggest improvement comes from the steering geometry. Increasing the length of the steering bell cranks and spindle arms, along with changes to the Ackermann give the 22 5.0 significantly smoother steering, especially off-center and high speed, and increases low-speed steering.

*SUPER HEAVY DUTY SLIPPER (SHDS)
The slipper is optimized with all new plates, pads, spring, spur gears, and top shaft. The top shaft uses a sturdy M4 lock nut, the slipper pads allow for spur gears sized 69T to 81T, reduced slipper pad area provides a more linear slip through the throttle application, and thicker slipper plate keep consistent pressure across the surface of the pads.

*G3 12MM BIG BORE SHOCKS
The G3 shocks give the 22 5.0 the handling of the Gen II shocks, but with long-anticipated ease of use improvements. No more e-clips, new shock caps and shock bodies increase the spring collar height by 3mm for lower ride heights, new eyelets and spring cups provide varied off-sets and paired with new eyelets will never pop off with the screw in feature.

*2.0 MILLED ALUMINUM CHASSIS
Maximizing the flex characteristics for all surfaces, the 2.0mm thick chassis give the right about of flex and rigidity for smooth corning, optimized balance, and bounce-free landings.

*FULLY UPDATED DIFFERENTIAL
Using all of the revised components from the 22 2.0 ball differential, the 22 5.0 diff will deliver super-smooth, long-lasting performance. Features include revised thrust washers, tungsten carbide diff and thrust balls, a one piece nut, and a self-centering diff gear.

*22 5.0 BODY
Maintaining the excellent balance, grip, and stability of the 22 4.0 body, with a similar styling, the 22 5.0 body is pulled from 0.8mm PC plate for a lightweight body that still has fantastic durability. As with all TLR bodies, the 5.0 body will be precut in the kit.

*TLR LOW FRONT WING INCLUDED
With the higher speed, higher grip tracks of today, a front wing will increase steering in high speed turns and on power, while making the steering on entry smoother - the best of all worlds.

*ALL METRIC HARDWARE
Using all metric hardware make it easy to find replacement screws, nuts and washers, and helps to limit the number to tools required in the toolbox.

*DIFF HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
The 22 4.0 included diff height adjustments including 0 and +3.5mm settings. The 22 5.0 DC includes 0mm, +1mm, +1.75mm, +2.5mm, and +3.5mm diff heights to optimize bone plunge for different axle heights, ride heights, and grip levels.

*FRONT ROLL CENTER ADJUSTMENT
The 22 5.0 includes the standard Low Roll Center (LRC) front pivot with kick shim in the kit and offers the optional High Roll Center (HRC) front pivot separately. A new 1mm thick kick shim is also included. Now, racers can run the Super Low Roll, Low Roll, Medium Roll, or High Roll Centers, or High Roll Center, with a 3mm adjustment window.

*NEW FRONT CAMBER BLOCK
The new front camber block adds a third camberlink option between the tradition inside and outside holes. The new position provides the best balance of steering and stability in many conditions, and allows the 22 5.0 to be more dialed-in on more different grip levels.

*NEW BATTERY HOLD DOWN
The 22 5.0 boasts the most versatile and easiest to use battery hold down system. The battery cradles key into the mud guards for five fixed, easy to duplicate, battery positions. The battery is held down with stretchable straps on each end to fit any height shorty battery and any weight plates under it.

*OPTIMIZED COMPOSITES
The balance and consistency of the 22 5.0 can be tuned using different composite materials in key parts throughout the vehicle. The kit included the parts the race team prefers: Stiffezel front suspension arms, mud guards, and waterfall and soft rear suspension arms.

*BALLAST TUNING OPTIONS
Optional brass ballast weighs can be mounted under the servo, under the battery, and under the laydown transmission idler. This makes it easy to tune the static weight and weight bias for changing track conditions. When running a higher static weight, the chassis will become more neutral and easier to drive on ultra-high-grip surfaces.

*TLR 6.5" REAR WING
Pulled from ultra-durable 1.2mm polycarbonate, the TLR 6.5" rear wing isn't new for the 5.0. Instead, this wing has proven itself as the longest lasting and most stable rear wing available for 1/10 2wd buggies over the past few years - and it comes in your kit.

*BUILT-IN MOTOR FAN MOUNT
The prevalence of spec racing has led to the need for many racers to run motor fans to keep temperatures lower. Rather than an aluminum mount, or double-sided tape, the 22 5.0 includes a molded fan mount secured to the mud guard for easy and dependable fan mounting.

*LAYDOWN CONFIGURATION
The laydown 3-gear transmission moves the motor forward by 20mm+ to a more centralized location. The benefit is a chassis that drives much flatter and carries more corner speed.

Wednesday, July 24, 2019

Horizon Insider Track Day: TLR 8IGHT-XE

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share a post from our friends at Horizon Hobby with a cool installment of the Horizon Insider on FaceBook featuring TLR's 8IGHT-XE. Below is a direct link to HH's Facebook page and the contents of the post.


"Track day fun at RJD Hobbies and Raceway! In this installment of Horizon Insider, Kyle brings out his new Team Losi Racing 8IGHT-XE for some initial testing/driving with the kit setup. This bone-stock 1/8 E-Buggy proved to be locked down on a less than ideal racing surface and provided a solid base setup to build off of in the future!"


JR
#8realm #22empire #DriveTLR

Monday, July 15, 2019

Three must haves for tire gluing

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share my three must-have items for better tire gluing. First up is choosing a good cleaner. Simple green is my cleaner of choice and I also make sure to have a clean microfiber towel.


Next, be sure to have a good set of  tire bands, as this keeps the tire tight against the wheel. Horizon Hobby has a great selection of tire bands HERE.


Last, but certainly not least is having a fresh bottle of glue. TLR has always and still has one of the best glues on the market. You can find them HERE. Friendly tip:  be sure not to leave your glue in a hot environment.  I keep new unused bottles of glue in the refrigerator and I keep them there until I'm ready to use them.  


JR
#8realm #22empire #DriveTLR

Monday, July 8, 2019

Gear Box Gasket Set, 8ight X/XE

New Product: We have released a gear box gasket set for the 8ight X and 8ight XE for those tracks that have super fine dust.  These gaskets seal to chassis to gear box area so you no longer need  to use black grease and make it so no dust can enter your drive train.  Each package of TLR241061 comes with 2 sets of front and rear gaskets.

http://www.tlracing.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=TLR241061


The first thing you will want to do is remove the center section of the gasket as shown below:


Then you will peel off the backing and place them into the recessed area of your chassis in the front and rear gearbox section as shown below:

Good luck out there TLR folks!

Monday, July 1, 2019

Video Blog (SS Raceway)

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share another short video blog.  I give you an interview with track owner, Ronnie Setser, a couple of laps from here at SS Raceway of my TLR 22 5.0, and a little update about me. Ronnie let us know what's coming new to SS raceway, and how he's gotten to where he is today.   


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, June 27, 2019

8ight-X Nationals Setups

Dakotah Phend and Tyler Jones Setups from Nationals posted!

We had some great success at this years nationals in buggy.  We had Dakotah TQ the event and Tyler Jones, Tanner Denney, Mason Fuller, Tom Rinderknecht, and Aaron Kothman make the Semis.

We have posted both setups from our A main drivers from the 2019 Nationals in Texas at Thornhill in the setups section on the 8ight-X product page.  I am also placing the direct links here for easy browsing.  Keep in mind these are pretty specific to that surface type and grip type.  It is pretty rare when we run clay compound tires or tires that work well on clay on any 8th scale vehicles but that is what most used.

Congratulations to Dakotah and Tyler for making the show!

Dakotah Phends


Tyler Jones


Thank you everyone and good luck racing!

Thursday, May 30, 2019

Team weekend rundown 5/25-5/26


Hello everyone,

For this past weekend’s team weekend rundown, we have some awesome results from round two of the JBRL to the Euros warmup race. Thanks to everyone for the hard work and dedication to Team Losi Racing!


Anthony Westergaard; Win in Pro Ebuggy at JBRL round 2
Shane Preugschat; Win in 40+ nitro buggy at Northeast Champs round 2
Erik Everett; Awesome result at Lake Park Club race
Justin Doyle; Awesome result at The Rug
Steve Oyston; Awesome result at NZIOC
Scott Brownhill; 4wd stock and Mod truck win at NZIOC
JR Mitch; TQ and Win in Ebuggy at Lake Park Club race
Dougie Hobbs; TQ and Win in Mod Truck at Northeast Champs round 2
Stu Jones; Awesome result at BRCA regional series
Mikey Bustamante; Win in 17.5 buggy at 702 Raceway
Renaud Savoya; Awesome result at Euros warmup
Don Vinkemulder; Awesome result at JBRL round 2
Matt Sunderlarge; Awesome result at Trackside

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Monday, May 27, 2019

Video Blog (What keeps you coming back for more?)

Hello everyone,

This week I would like to share a short video I did over the weekend while club racing my 8IGHT-X E at Lake Park in Tamp,a FL. I talk to 2/3 's of the Engstrom family about what keeps them coming back to R/C racing. I also talk shop and a little vintage with Jake Engstorm about his XXCR that he's racing this club race day. 


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, May 23, 2019

Team weekend rundown 5/18-5/19

Hello everyone,

For this past weekend’s team weekend rundown, we have some awesome results from LoneStar Nitro Challenge to the JConcepts Spring Indoor Nationals at TRCR. Thanks to everyone for the hard work and dedication to Team Losi Racing!


Derek Stephansen; TQ and Win in both 17.5 Expert and 13.5 4wd at LSR Speedway
Chris Wheeler; Win in Pro Buggy at the Nitro Compound “The First Series”
Eli Westrup; Awesome result at the Socal Desert Series
Robert Chapman; Awesome result at Dirt LoneStar Nitro Challenge
Kyle Linton; TQ and Win in Mod truck at Whip it grand prix
Alex Vaughn; Win in 13.5 4wd at Impack RC Raceway
Caleb Jennings; 3 TQ’s and 2 Wins at RC Excitement for the Moto X trophy race
Walt Heard; Awesome result at the SOS Series
Blake Webster; Awesome result at the Socal Carpet Desert Series
Frosty StClair; Win in +40 Nitro Truggy at Dirt LoneStar Nitro Challenge
Todd Sisler; Awesome result at Shiftys Spring Challenge
Micheal Twilling; Awesome result at Shiftys Spring Challenge
Daniel Lea; Awesome result at JConcepts spring indoor nationals
Luke Unis; Awesome result at JConcepts spring indoor nationals
Stephen Plackis; Win in +40 Ebuggy at LCRC

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, May 16, 2019

Thursday, May 9, 2019

Team weekend rundown 5/4-5/5

 
Hello everyone,

For this past weekend’s team weekend rundown, we have some awesome results from the JConcepts Stock Nats at OCRC to the Hanging Judge at GShobby. Thanks to everyone for the hard work and dedication to Team Losi Racing!


Mike Tuntakit; Awesome result at the JConcepts Stock Nats
Nicholas Trent Colander; Awesome result at Skagit Raceway
Matthew Williby; Awesome result at the JConcepts Stock Nats
Mason Fuller; Win at Thunder Road Hobbies
Todd Sieler; Awesome result at the Hanging Judge at GSHobby
Justin Wastson; TQ and Win in 40+ buggy at the JConcepts Stock Nats
Tyler Whitt; Win in 2wd mod at Trackside
Jeff Abler; TQ and Win in 2wd mod at AMS Raceway
Caleb Jennings; TQ and Win in both 13.5 4wd and 13.5 SCT at RC Excitement
JR Mitch; TQ and Win in 2wd mod and Win in 4wd mod at the Hanging Judge at GSHobby

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Video Blog from GSpeed Raceway (22 5.0 DC)

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share a video from my Facebook page JR Mitch RC. Last weekend I attended the 7th annual Judge Race at GSHOBBY and during practice I sat down with TLR team member, Todd Sieler, and local racer, Shane McCall. I talked to both racers about the track at GSHOBBY and their TLR 22 5.0’s.


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Monday, April 29, 2019

Video Blog from Newred Hobbies (22 5.0 DC and 22-4 2.0)

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share a video I did from this past weekend’s practice day at Newred Hobbies. In this video, I cover some questions from my Facebook page (#22empire) and showcase some practice laps of my TLR 22 5.0 DC. I also sit down with TLR’s Erik Everett again; this time we talk the  22-4 2.0 in regards to gearing and set-up that he has found works best. I’m off to www.gshobby.com in Fort Smith/Barling, Arkansas for their 7th annual Judge Race this weekend. Look for anther video from this event as I catch up with other TLR team members and racers at this great yearly event.


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Friday, April 26, 2019

Team weekend rundown 4/20-4/21

Hello everyone,

For this past weekend’s team weekend rundown, we have some awesome results from the Gold State Shootout to the last race at Windy City Raceway ☹. Thanks to everyone for the hard work and dedication to Team Losi Racing!


Renaud Savoya; TQ and 2nd at French Nats round one
Bryce Beaver; Win at Gold State Shootout
Ashley Sides; Awesome result at RC Fun Park
Frosty StClair; Win at Thornhill Championship
Anthony Westergaard; TQ and Win in Truggy at Grassroots
Jerome Treignier; Awesome result at the Quebec Indoor Nats
Rob Moots; Awesome result in Modesto
Matthew Williby; TQ and Win at OCRC
Matt Sunderlage; Awesome result at Trackside
Matt Del Giudice; TQ and Win at Windy City Raceway

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Front wing options for the TLR 22 5.0

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share the front wing options you have for the TLR 22 5.0.  TLR has released a new low front wing with mount (TLR330010) along with two different high front wings (TLR230014 and TLR230015). I asked the #22empire for some input on the difference between a low and high mounted front wing and here are some of the key items people have found. Most of the conversation was about the durability; people running the low mounted wing had wings last longer over wings mounted higher. Second most popular was the performance; a lot of people like the overall feel of the low wing over the high as it gives the car a good amount of steering and jumping stability. The higher front wing for people seems to be on the more aggressive feel of things. So, if you’re looking for different front wing options, TLR has you covered!


JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, April 18, 2019

Team weekend rundown 4/13-4/14



Hello everyone,

For this past weekend’s team weekend rundown, we have some awesome results from TRCR to the Factory Tracks Invitational. Thanks to everyone for the hard work and dedication to Team Losi Racing!


Jeremy Hase; Awesome result at Wild West RC Raceway
Matt Morris; Awesome result at Makintraxx RC
Mike Tuntakit; TQ and Win at Rainmans Raceway
Alex Vaughn; Awesome result at Ohio RC Factory
Mikey Bustamante; TQ and Win at 702 Raceway
Shane Borden; Win in 2wd 17.5 buggy and 13.5 SCT at TRCR
Nicholas Trent Colander; Awesome result at TRCR
David V McLean; Awesome result at TRCR
Matthew Williby; TQ and Win at OCRC
Luke Unis; Series Champ at TRCR
Ryan McGlothern; Awesome result at TRCR
Daniel Lea; Awesome result at TRCR
Mason Fuller; Awesome result at Factory Tracks Invitational
Tyler Jones; Awesome result at Factory Tracks Invitational
Dougie E.M. Hobbs; Series Champ at TRCR
JR Mitch; Win in Pro Ebuggy at round 3 of the FORCE Series
Tyler Whitt; TQ and Win at Trackside

JR
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Tuesday, April 16, 2019

Lake Park RC interview with Erik Everett

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share an interview I had with long time racer and TLR driver here in Florida, Erik Everett, at Lake Park RC for round three of the FORCE series. Erik is a 1/10th racer at heart, but he just recently got into nitro racing.  He is also the soul of the body painting company, EZ customs.  We talk about the LOSI Heavy-Duty Differential Case (LOSB3528) that we’ve been running for a couple of weeks now. I have included video of Erik on the track along with some extra conversation about tires for racing here in Florida.



JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, April 11, 2019

Team weekend rundown 4/6-4/7

 
Hello everyone,

For this past weekend’s team weekend rundown, we have some awesome results from PNB to the April Fool’s Classic. Thanks to everyone for the hard work and dedication to Team Losi Racing!


Tyler Jones; PNB pro nitro buggy champ!
Jordan Davis; TQ and win in 13.5 Truck at April Fool’s Classic
DuJuan Moore; TQ and Win in Master Track in April Fool’s Classic
Renaud Savoya; Win in both 2wd and truck at French Nats Rd2
Aaron Cline; Awesome result at Midwest carpet shootout
Tom Rinderknecht; Awesome result at the US buggy champs
Tyler Whitt; Awesome result at US buggy champs
Matt Morris; Awesome result at Makintrxx RC
Tim Grbavac; Awesome result at SO Cal nitro shootout
Andrew Foord; TQ and Win at the SA state series
Victor Vasquez; Awesome result at US buggy champs
Jonathan Ment; TQ and win in 2wd and 4wd mod at St Ives inaugural outdoor race
Alex Vaughn; Awesome result at PNB
Brendon Van Staden; Awesome result at SA nationals’ champs
Dalton Myers; Awesome result at Best Damn Series
Mario Obus; Awesome result at US buggy champs
Charlie Maiorana; Awesome result at US buggy champs
Shane Borden; Awesome result at April Fool’s Classic
Rob Moots; Awesome result at April Fool’s Classic
DuJuan Moore; TQ and Win in Master Track in April Fool’s Classic
Caleb Jennings; Win in 4wd at Canaan NH
Kyle Linton; Awesome result at April Fool’s Classic
Luke Unis; Awesome result at April Fool’s Classic

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Tuesday, April 9, 2019

TLR 22 5.0 AC setups

Hello everyone,

This week, I would like to share some setups for the newly released TLR 22 5.0 AC (Astro & Carpet). These sets are quite different from standard dirt or clay setups so be sure to be vigilant and pay close attention to every detail.


22 5.0 AC, Kit Setup

22 5.0 AC, Frank Root, Standard, 01/2019

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Thursday, April 4, 2019

Team weekend rundown 3/30-3/31


Hello everyone,

For this past weekend’s team weekend rundown, we have some awesome results from the RC Pro North Series to the 2nd Annual Carpet Crash at HobbyPlex! Thanks to everyone for the hard work and dedication to Team Losi Racing!


Chris Wheeler; Awesome result at The Nitro Compound
Brian Valles; Awesome result at the 2nd annual Carpet Crash
Robert Chapman; Win in Pro Truggy at the RC Pro North Series
Aidan Olson; Win in Mod 4wd at the 2nd annual Carpet Crash
Dalton Myers; Awesome result at EN Hobbies
Curtis May; Win in stock buggy at EN Hobbies
Mike Tuntakit; TQ in Win at Rain-man Raceway
Mikey Bustamante; Awesome result at 702 Raceway
JR Mitch; TQ and Win at DDH
Tyler Whitt; TQ and Win at Trackside
Joe Laws; Awesome result at RC Fun Park
Matthew Williby; Win in 13.5 4wd at OCRC Raceway
Justin Watson; Awesome result at OCRC Raceway
Matt Sunderlage; Awesome result at Trackside Raceway

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR

Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Shock oil CST

Hello everyone, 

This week, I would like to share that TLR has now added each oil’s CST on their shock oil bottles. Below I have added a chart of our most popular weights and their CST. 


A centistokes (cSt) is a decimal fraction of the CGS unit of kinematic viscosity stokes, which is equal to centimeter per second (cm²/s). 1 stokes is a kinematic viscosity of a fluid with a density of 1 g/cm³ and a dynamic viscosity of 1 poise.



JR
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Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Team weekend rundown 3/23-3/24


Hello everyone,

For this past weekend’s team weekend rundown, we have some awesome results from the IceBreakers to LSR raceway! Thanks to everyone for the hard work and dedication to Team Losi Racing!


Jason Frank; Awesome result at Lake Park RC club race
Hunter King; 1st in both 4wd and Ebuggy at B&T raceway
JR Mitch; TQ and win at Lake Park RC club race
Brendon Larrowe; TQ and win in 13.5 ST at JBRL
Erik Everett; Awesome result at Lake Park RC
Tyler Jones; TQ and win at RC fun park
Derek Stephansen; TQ and win at LSR raceway
Aiden Olson; Awesome result at HobbyPlex
Charlie Maiorana; win at Clubhouse cash race
Matthew Williby; Awesome result at JBRL
Ashley Sides; Awesome result at RC fun park
Robert Chapman; Awesome result at IceBreakers
Barry Baker; TQ and win 40+ at JBRL
Mike Tuntakit; Awesome result at LSR raceway
Luke Unis; Awesome result at DieHard RC
Justin Watson; Awesome result at JBRL
Kieran Morris; win at Astro winter series
Ryan McGlothern; TQ in both 2wd and 4wd at TRCR
Dalton Myers; TO and win in 13.5 SCT at RC Factory
Jose Alvarado; TQ 40+ at Wild West RC
Lance Hubbard; Awesome result at Wild West RC
Tom Rinderknecht; TQ and win in 2wd mod at FastLane
Cole Henriksen; TQ and win in both 2wd 17.5 and 4wd 13.5 at FastLane
Frosty StClair; Awesome result at IceBreakers

JR
#22empire #8realm #DriveTLR