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January 21, 2020

Tamiya F104 Type 2017 lightweight body shell

Coming from Tamiya is the lightweight variant of their popular F104 Type 2017 body shell. Featuring a low and narrow nose section as well as separate details such as barge boards or side pods, the 1/10th scale formula body also allows to cut away the lower part of the side pontoon to further narrow and lower the body. Also included are a moulded driver helmet and double-sided tape. The body is moulded from lightweight 0.8mm polycarbonate which will greatly lower the overall centre of gravity compared to the standard 1.0mm body shell.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

January 17, 2020

Exotek Stuttgart 225mm M-class body shell

Exotek have introduced their new Stuttgart 225mm wheelbase M-class body shell for modern MTC 4WD touring cars. The Super Car body features wide body fenders, an aggressive front splitter, low side skirts, lowered stance and the unmistakable Japanese tuning style double wings, producing incredible handling in a lightweight, low LCG package while doing it in style. The body is of 225mm wheelbase, 176mm width specification and moulded from premium, heavy duty yet lightweight polycarbonate. It includes M3 hardware, a double wing set, vinyl masks, high gloss stickers and an instruction sheet. Due to its low hood it fits over modern mini chassis with no problem but may be too low for older Tamiya front motor minis.

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January 16, 2020

Blitz MK9 FWD touring car body shell

Blitz have introduced their all-new MK9 body shell for 1/10th scale FWD touring cars. The hatchback body fits all 190mm FWD chassis, thanks to being 192mm wide and 125mm of height when mounted on the chassis. The body is available in standard 0.7mm or lightweight 0.5mm thickness and it includes a high downforce rear wing that can be attached in two different positions and heights. The package is rounded out by pre-cut window masks, a decal sheet and wing mounting hardware.

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January 13, 2020

Klinik RC 1/10th buggy carbon wing saver buttons

Klinik RC have announced the release of their new wing saver buttons for all popular 1/10th off-road buggies. Made in house at Klinik RC from 3mm carbon fibre, the wing shims feature a unique 3-step and pocketed design, making them super light, while adding some bling and ensuring the rear wing lasts much longer.

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January 12, 2020

Mon-Tech E-B1 GT body shell

Coming from Mon-Tech is the new E-B1 GT body shell for 190mm touring cars. Featuring a low and sleek design for low aerodynamic drag the body sports a smooth hood shape for excellent cornering, flowing cabin lines and an efficient rear wing for good rear end stability. Included with the body come window masks, a decal sheet and wing mounting hardware.

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January 10, 2020

WellRC Racing WellCut lower cut line tool

The WellRC Racing WellCut on-road lower cut line tool makes quick work of marking accurate lower cut lines on the front and sides of on-road body shells. The 3-D-printed tool uses a standard, but not included Sharpie marker and positions in 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, and 9mm heights are clearly identified at the top of the gauge. To use the tool, insert the marker, select the desired height setting and run the marker along the lower cutting line of the mounted body. The cut line is now clearly marked and allows for the most accurate cutting.

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January 1, 2020

Mon-Tech YSOT 190mm high downforce touring car body

Mon-Tech Racing from Italy have introduced their all-new YSOT high-downforce body shell for 190mm touring cars. Developed over the recent months to fulfil the need of racers for even greater performances in both modified and stock racing classes, the body offers exceptional overall balance, allows for high cornering speeds and a very planted driving feeling, making it ideal for “green” carpet or very low traction conditions. Large wheel arches allow the driver to shift the body forth and back a couple of millimetres in order to fine-tune overall steering and rear balance. The YSOT is available as standard thickness body, weighing in at 78g, while the thinner La Leggera variant weighs in at only 62g. The EFRA approved body includes window masks and a decal sheet and it will hit stores very soon.

December 30, 2019

JConcepts RC10B3 authentic buggy body shell

JConcepts have introduced their authentic Team Associated RC10B3 body shell. Team Associated released the RC10B3 during the 1997 IFMAR World Championships. Quietly, during the span of 1995 through 1997, Area 51 worked on the follow-up design to the successful RC10 platforms with a major release scheduled during the high-profile event. One of the improvements or updates made to the design was the body shell. The event took place at the legendary Ranch Pit Shop in Pomona, California, and ultimately Brian Kinwald claimed his 2nd IFMAR title. After the triple A-mains, Masami Hirosaka placed 3rd overall and other B3 drivers such as Mark Pavidis, Scott Hughes, Mark Francis and Jason Ruona also made the A-final with their new prototypes. JConcepts, with approval from Team Associated, have reintroduced the genuine RC10B3 body shell to the masses. This allows the faithful to recreate, rebuild and race with authentically styled bodies from the heyday of competitive rear bias cab, back closure buggy bodies. A lot of work went into making this project a reality and thankfully, Team Associated preserved the iconic mold from the 1997 race year. JConcepts was able to restore older generation construction and with a blend of today’s materials, the RC10B3 body is back out on the market. The B3 kit body was one of last 2WD buggies to include a body that featured a closure or back portion of the shell under the rear wing and protection above the transmission. These details were preserved and highlighted, and the body is drop-fit to a generation of Team Associated vehicles from the 3 platform era. Each package includes window mask, 5.5” rear wing and clear polycarbonate body.

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