RB6 shell alternative?

[sime46]

Hi all. I'm not a fan of the kit shell on the RB6. I was wondering if anyone knew or has heard anything about other manufacturers making an alternative which isn't so ugly? Love the car but not the shell. Ta. :lol:

[reg]

:o:cry::o:cry:

[discothesnake]

I'm hoping to make the RB6 she'll fit my Centro. I think it's the best looking shell out there!!!

[bigred5765]

Hi all. I'm not a fan of the kit shell on the RB6. I was wondering if anyone knew or has heard anything about other manufacturers making an alternative which isn't so ugly? Love the car but not the shell. Ta. :lol:


function over form my friend,looks are for touring car drivers
remember its been test buy some of the best theres a reason its on there,

[adam_u]

That doesn't necessarily make it the best shell for all drivers at all tracks in all conditions though ;)

I agree that it isn't the prettiest although I am starting to warm to it (only a little) and would really like to see a not quite so tall alternative :)

[Origineelreclamebord]

Hi all. I'm not a fan of the kit shell on the RB6. I was wondering if anyone knew or has heard anything about other manufacturers making an alternative which isn't so ugly? Love the car but not the shell. Ta. :lol:

It's the first cab forward shell that I quite like actually! Ah well... :p

I'd take a look at shells from or compatible for:

- Centro
- Vega
- DEX410

You could also (probably) make other shells fit if you fill up the sidepods with foam or something - or perhaps a home-made undertray-like piece. If that doesn't work for you, then waiting for an aftermarket shell might be the best thing :)

[sime46]

Maybe it'll grow on me. I think it's just because the cab is very tall. All the proline bulldog shells seem more subtle in thier cab shape. Tbh it's only a small complaint on an otherwise lovely car. Kyosho traditionally have always made some of the prettiest shells. Maybe when my second shell comes and I get my colours onto it ill change my mind.

[mikeyscott]

I expect it won't be long until Proline or JConcepts do something, but I expect it'll be cab forward etc.

[Origineelreclamebord]

EDIT: Sorry, just found out it's an RB5 (didn't look well at the front shock tower). Old post:

Check this out:

http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h212/Varockshade/BNK%20Bergschenhoek%2030-09-2012/IMGP4108Small.jpg

On this car I think the cab doesn't look as big as on the show model:
http://cdn7.rccaraction.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/78dbabfee9e378640076535992d39a42-Copy.jpg?8a12f1

In fact to me it looks like the RB6 I snapped has a different body altogether? :eh?:

------------------------- End of old post

Perhaps you could still try out an RB5 or RB5 cab forward shell? And, how about making the windows smaller on the car? It might visually reduce the side of the cab. Also, on other pictures than the release pictures (side views) I noticed how big the cab indeed is! I will tune down my opinion about the RB6 shell a bit now - I still really like how there's not too much going on in it's shapes though!

[Adam F]

That doesn't necessarily make it the best shell for all drivers at all tracks in all conditions though ;)

I dont think 99% of drivers would notice much of a handling improvement/difference from one shell to the next.... me included.

[bigred5765]

EDIT: Sorry, just found out it's an RB5 (didn't look well at the front shock tower). Old post:

Check this out:

http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h212/Varockshade/BNK%20Bergschenhoek%2030-09-2012/IMGP4108Small.jpg

On this car I think the cab doesn't look as big as on the show model:
http://cdn7.rccaraction.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/78dbabfee9e378640076535992d39a42-Copy.jpg?8a12f1

In fact to me it looks like the RB6 I snapped has a different body altogether? :eh?:

------------------------- End of old post

Perhaps you could still try out an RB5 or RB5 cab forward shell? And, how about making the windows smaller on the car? It might visually reduce the side of the cab. Also, on other pictures than the release pictures (side views) I noticed how big the cab indeed is! I will tune down my opinion about the RB6 shell a bit now - I still really like how there's not too much going on in it's shapes though!
top picture is proline bulldog style rb6 is more proline finisher style

[sirkandal]

Just reduse the front window then it's better lokking ;)
This is one I painted for a buddy :)
https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/408580_10151090303172793_1835544184_n.jpg

[foampervert]

Hiya folks,

Just finished my RB6 build. I was horrified by the bodyshell initially.

It seemed to look alright once mounted on the buggy.

Having said that, I'd really prefer a low and "sleek" shell like the ZX5 FS2 "SHOOT" bodyshell.

-Alexander

[t8rtot]

There are pics on the rctech thread of a DEX410 proline bulldog body fitting

[SteveP9685]

Gents,

Looks like your request was heard by JConcepts.....best shells out there if you ask me :)

[Darren Boyle]

Some better pictures here of it...

Part number JC0251, due with us later this month

JC0251 - "Illuzion" Finnisher body with 2 x 6.5" Hi Clearance wings - (Kyosho RB6) £18.99
JC0132 - 6.5" Hi-Clearance wings for RB6 (2) - £8.99

http://www.oople.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=44609&d=1351791640


http://www.oople.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=44610&d=1351791640

[knighthawk]

only problem with the Finnisher body ( if its the same as their 22 shell ) its only cut for the rear motor option !!

[Darren Boyle]

only problem with the Finnisher body ( if its the same as their 22 shell ) its only cut for the rear motor option !!

Which body are you referring to from JC for the 22? since the Punisher "does" have the cut lines for both mid and rear motor options, but the Finnisher only has cut lines for the rear motor, although to clarify, none of their bodies are "precut" so you are able to cut them both to suit your motor position.

I am just waiitng for an email back form Jason at JConcpets to confirm what cut lines are on this RB6 version, as soon as hear back I will post up the info.

[sime46]

That's more like it. :)

[mikeyscott]

Which body are you referring to from JC for the 22? since the Punisher "does" have the cut lines for both mid and rear motor options, but the Finnisher only has cut lines for the rear motor, although to clarify, none of their bodies are "precut" so you are able to cut them both to suit your motor position.

I am just waiitng for an email back form Jason at JConcpets to confirm what cut lines are on this RB6 version, as soon as hear back I will post up the info.

Fingers crossed. Cheers Darren

[knighthawk]

Which body are you referring to from JC for the 22? since the Punisher "does" have the cut lines for both mid and rear motor options, but the Finnisher only has cut lines for the rear motor, although to clarify, none of their bodies are "precut" so you are able to cut them both to suit your motor position.

I am just waiitng for an email back form Jason at JConcpets to confirm what cut lines are on this RB6 version, as soon as hear back I will post up the info.

Think the wording gives this away Darren, 'Finnisher' , lol
And I didn't say it came pre cut, I said cut as in the cut-lines

[Darren Boyle]

Think the wording gives this away Darren, 'Finnisher' , lol
And I didn't say it came pre cut, I said cut as in the cut-lines

My bad, by Finnisher I assume you meant the RB6 one we are talking aboutin this thread and not the 22, since all the Finnisher rnage are different.

When you said "its only cut for rear motor" I assumed you meant cut out, didnt wnat anyone thinking they come pre-trimmed

[knighthawk]

My bad, by Finnisher I assume you meant the RB6 one we are talking aboutin this thread and not the 22, since all the Finnisher rnage are different.

When you said "its only cut for rear motor" I assumed you meant cut out, didnt wnat anyone thinking they come pre-trimmed

No issue, one mans comments is another's Mans insults, lol

[RudeTony]

I am just waiitng for an email back form Jason at JConcpets to confirm what cut lines are on this RB6 version, as soon as hear back I will post up the info.

The cut lines for the mid car are inside the lines for the rear motored car.
Lovely body but just a massive shame it doesn't go all the way back to the tower when mid-motored

Sort them out Darren

[RogerM]

There might well be a body from Penguin soon which will go all the way back, Steve has spoken to me about doing on when the car first came out

[Darren Boyle]

Sorry for the late reply everyone, feeling under the weather and snowed under with work... I have now had it confirmed from Jason at JConcepts, that the Finnisher body for the RB6 "will" now have a cut line for both the mid and rear motor configuration. The first batch that were produced did not have this, but due to our popular request from the UK, they have listened and the tool for this body has now been modified to include feint mid motor cut lines too :thumbsup:

To save any confusion, we declined to take any from the first batch to ensure that all of ours will be from the second batch to include the mid motor cut line, they should be ready this week and we hope to have them with us shotly now later this month. Anyone who wants one pre-ordered can do so through any of our X-Factory UK dealers found on our website, full product press release will be circulated now later this week with this and many other exciting new JConcepts products on.....