JConcepts continues to roll new items out of the speed laboratory, this time for the Dirt Oval Late Model division. Late model vehicles are among the highest class of stock car vehicles in the United States and specialize in wheel-to-wheel racing while bringing the crowd to its feet. In the radio control world, JConcepts is a leader in aero force development and the latest project, the L8 Night G3 body, is a combination of knowhow, experience, driver testing and advanced concepts.
The 10” wide body capable of a drop-fit on an assortment of Late Model chassis, the body styling starts up front with a heavily dropped and scooped nose pointing the vehicle in the correct direction. A left side, “power rail” line the front fender allowing corner tracking stability. The “deck” treatment starts with a mock driver cockpit, then multiple cut-in louvers strengthen the deck while an inner transition starts giving the L8 Night G3 an inner spoiler to ramp up with.
The offset, and separate cab bolts into position with included hardware and once positioned, provides the high-speed through-all stability with open windshield and rear window design. An asymmetrical designed cab for high-speed left turning has the built-in ability to trim-out the front, rear and side windows for scale appearance and performance. The rear jump window can be left in place, made clear with included window masks for added deflection and to strengthen the cab.
The flat rear deck incorporates indented channels promoting flow upward to the large rear spoiler and side-dams. The side-panels of the body feature a stepped rocker panel section, this accomplishes a multitude of design goals in the process. First, it increases the rigidness of the panel giving one of the highest aero elements of the body stability at speed and in risky maneuvering situations. Increased resiliency also works to minimize body tucking and helps maintain a healthy distance from wheel well to tire.
The asymmetrical aspect to the G3 version of the JConcepts body culminates on the right front over-hanging fender. The staggered and lapping portion of the body over the right front wheel provides aerodynamic benefits during cornering. The nature of the design hides the front tire turning angle while still maintaining a steady force to the outside and hard turn-in side to the vehicle. The over-hang helps give the G3 body the cut in the corners that racers enjoy on small and large circuits.
Centered in the bonnet, a protection shroud for the mock air cleaner chiseled into the hood of the new body looks very “Late Model.” Included in each package, the pre-trimmed rear spoiler with hardware is one of the most trick items on the market. The slotted side-dams are ready to go and feature an adjustment section of 3 positions for the rear spoiler angle. The rear spoiler is cut, bent and ready to position on the back of the body with the included 9 pieces of light-weight hardware.
The high-performance JConcepts body shell includes a clear main body and detached and separate cab with trim-able windows. High-quality window mask, instruction and decal sheet are also included. Each body part is built by JConcepts, formed and designed in the U.S.A. with professional grade artisans. As always, each set is backed with JConcepts customer support and racing heritage.
Specifications –
Length:
22” long (558mm) – not including wing / spoiler over-hang
Width:
Leading edge of front wheel opening: 10.75” (273mm)
Trailing edge of front wheel opening: 10.5” (267mm)
Rear wheel opening: 10.25” (260mm) Height: 4.25” (108mm)
Features:
• Inspired design, purpose built, JConcepts
• Dropped nose, “power rail” and pocket panels
• Decked “main body” with mock cockpit
• Separated, offset cab with recessed windows for easy trim
• Flat rear deck with indented channels
• Adjustable super spoiler, pre-cut with hardware
• Available in standard and lightweight material
• 10.00” width (from the top), fits an assortment of chassis builds
• L8 Night G3 decal sheet with multiple light and grille options
L8 Night G3 speedway body, decked with rear spoiler
Part# 0611
UPC Code – 845937031358
Retail price – $55.00
Map price – $46.75
(Fits – 1/10th late model vehicles)
L8 Night G3 speedway body, decked with rear spoiler, light-weight
Part# 0611L
UPC Code – 845937031365
Retail price – $55.00
Map price – $46.75
(Fits – 1/10th late model vehicles)