In New Zealand we are not limited by what body we run in the national M-Chassis class. "Only body shells (from any manufacturer) specifically designed for M-Chassis with wheelbase of 210, 225, and 239 mm can be used." are the exact words used in the rule book.

I run on a somewhat medium grip asphalt surface that is wide and open and big (big as in for a tiny little M-Chassis car). M07's are the fastest cars around and so that is also the car I drive. M08's are slower. 2WD Tamiya cars permitted only.

My current setup runs a Bittydesign HC-M and I consistently get at least a podium finish pretty much every race and qualifying. 1st is not a surprise in other words. The field is very, very competitive though. So I know that the HC-M is fast.

The predicament I have is this: the HC-M is "running out" of life. It's got a fair amount of bruises and needs to be retired. Two other guys at the local track run Slidelogy "D9"'s I think they are called. And those two would be those who could potential drop my position out of a gold or silver or even a bronze finish. So I know that the D9 is fast as well.

For (I would say front grip is most important) my case does anyone have any experience or advise or even other body recommendations (note that some sort of rear wing is absolutely required otherwise the car will end up violently crashing and tearing apart your RC racer honor)?