 If you followed my earlier advice of purchasing a 4wd EP touring car, and you're going to enter one of the two classes that I recommended (Scale Spec, Touring Stock) you can now purchase a body that is within the rules of your chosen class
Be sure to double check the rules before you make a purchase - things do change from time-to-time. Here are links to our two local clubs/tracks so you can review the rules: Scale Spec Bodies: One of the coolest things about Scale Spec class is the fact that the bodies are somewhat more realistic looking than the other touring car classes. I offer a variety of Scale Spec bodies for sale or you can browse online to see what you can find that looks good to you Brands: Some of the more popular brands of Scale Spec bodies (often also called USGT or GT) include Mon-Tech, Exotec, BittyDesign and ZooRacing What to Buy: There are many choices available. Choose any 190mm "GT" style body that looks good to you but avoid front wheel drive bodies like Honda Civics etc as they will not give you the downforce you will require. Try to also avoid anything with attached scale details like bumpers and mirrors as you will not be able to use those attachments in racing. Think sleek, lightweight with a lot of downforce LMP Bodies: There is a new line of LMP bodies by the brand Mon-Tech that look amazing but they are not fully approved for racing in Scale Spec class so be careful if you purchase one of these...depending on the track and the race director in charge, you may or may not be able to run one of these LMP bodies. Best to not risk it until we see whether or not these bodies will be permitted UPDATE (Winter 2024): Overgeared Racing no longer permits LMP bodies in Scale Spec class. They have created a new LMP class but, it only runs every third race meeting. Use caution if choosing an LMP body as you may not be able to run it very often Touring Stock Bodies: When you move away from Scale Spec and into the touring classes (Touring Stock, Touring Mod) the bodies are less about looking realistic and more about performance. In these classes, the body you choose is more important as it will dramatically effect the performance characteristics of your car Brands: The current most popular brands include Xtreme, ZooRacing and Lens Bodies. Every now and then, another brand will make an appearance but for the past couple of years, everyone from locals to pro racers seam to be choosing the same couple of bodies Buy This Body For Touring Stock: For touring stock, I don't recommend you get creative with your body choice. Simply buy an Xtreme Twister Speciale in the 0.7mm thickness. The Speciale is the "go-to" body for most stock racers. If you choose this body, I'll be able to help you mount it correctly (very important) and you can follow the body mounting tips on the "HOW TO" page as well Where to Buy: I sell Xtreme RC and Mon-Tech bodies primarily. I can also get some BittyDesign and a few others. Your local hobby store may be able to get some other brands like Exotec, Protoform and others. Please try to support those that support our hobby whenever possible If you're not able to buy from me or one of our local hobby stores, you can use this referral link to buy online from Amain Hobbies (I'll earn a small referral fee if you use that link) so you'll still be supporting McLeanRC Comments are closed.
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