I BLOODY LOVE THIS! G-Force Genova Just Released 2WD RC. (Supervised By Masami Hirosaka!)

I worked through the night to get this one built so I could get this video done for you quick sharp. What a fantastic and fun build it was and thanks to being a part-built kit, it didn't take that long. In this video, we take a good deep dive into this new release from Japan and find out what all the hype is about.
Do we now have a new class of buggy, the VinMod? A vintage-looking RC with modern materials and design elements? Could this be the way to go or will it end up a total flop? I guess only time will tell.
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[@andyrobinsonrc2480]

Run it ! ;) it’s so cool to drive. Enjoy! :)

[@kaksikymmenta3]

Body looks like Tamiya Racing Fighter (DT-03).

[@carlomac]

Looking forward to seeing it run!

[@RCKickschannel]

Soon as the weather improves

[@mychalpstanton9188]

Looks just like jegs stinger rc. Just with adjustable turnbuckles think 🤔

[@wolfenher6937]

This buggy reminds me of my old ECX Boost 2WD Buggy even if it was a basher.

[@davidisenhower2821]

Over here in the states Jegs has a strip down rtr buggy and stadium truck version of this buggy instead of turnbuckles got plastic camber rods like the Traxxas bandit/rustler and it's a heck of a lot cheaper.

[@tangoadvance8393]

Buy another one, race one, shelf the other. Happy to help…….😆

[@paulus842000]

I think that it's a really nice buggy. It's great for all those who can't afford a vintage buggy but can afford a modern one that looks vintage and you can do a paint scheme to make it look like the buggy you always wanted.

[@keithgilmore2147]

Love that buggy only thing that I see that I don’t like is it appears to be Phillips head hardware instead of hex head hardware.

[@garymurphy5133]

I have not wwatched the whole vid yet BUT i think the suprise is BEARINGS in the kit ,after all the Tamiya kits you have been building : )

[@steelcityrc133]

You need to run it

[@vigilante351]

Yokomo BMAX2 more so than AE in my eyes. That chassis and front brace looks exactly like the Yokomo stuff, which would make sense if Masami was involved with the design. Looks great!

[@LukesVintageRC]

Oh it’s awesome. Can’t wait to get myself one before they sell out. 👍

[@TastierBackInThe80s]

G-Force! I want one of these. Thanks for building so quickly Gav. Edit. Get another and bling it!

[@paulrobinson9355]

Looking great, what a lovely looking buggy! Definitely a shelf queen......needs the G-Force gold motor and esc in it tho 👍

[@RCKickschannel]

I almost went for one last night but channel budget is well and truly blown lol

[@happytrailsrc]

Rc10 B2 and Traxxas bandit had a baby. I like it

[@scottnorton6834]

Now that 12 hours have passed since I ordered mine and had to sit and ponder my insanity, I am really glad I did it and now seeing this video reinforces that I did the right thing.

[@RCKickschannel]

Same, I’m happy I just went for it.

[@RCACTIONAUSTRALIA]

Looks Great Gav 😎 Run it! Parts seem available and priced well on Amazon

[@tomprudden127]

I'm sure it's been mentioned already, bit I get major TRF201 / DN01 vibes from this car, the 201 was basically a metric version of the RC10B4, would be interesting to see them all side by side.

[@radiantcomma4945]

Get another. One for runner, one for the shelf.

[@MULIES4EVER]

Hey thank you for sharing how you ordered your kit. I have followed your lead and ordered one also. I love your enthusiasm. I agree this kit is for me also. I can't wait to get it. Thanks again.

[@ericchristopher9037]

Looks like a very nice build, it should definitely come to Australia as we are closer than 🇬🇧 and 🇺🇸! 🤓 👍

[@RCKickschannel]

G Force need to release the Genova around the world, it's good enough for sure.

[@BangForYourBuckRc]

Yes , you should defiately run it! Just keep it nice! 👍🏻 It’s an absolute beauty! Great job on it!💯✌🏻

[@stephanbinder3829]

this should really be a runner! And yes, Upgrades... will have a look, how to get one to Austria!

[@mitsuman5555]

If they never sell it outside of Japan that could make it a great collector’s item in the future 🤔

[@TheUsmc0802]

Gah I really want one!

[@richtrevithick1113]

It reminds me of the RC10 B2....

[@wns_RC_racing]

Whaaw Gavin, Nice find and build! Looks a bit like a new TRF201/DT03 hybrid. Certainly will follow this buggy!

[@lees5631]

Really hope G FORCE see your video! Couldn’t agree more with your view on this, great looking buggy in my opinion too. Thanks for bringing this to our attention, seriously tempted now 👍

[@tomprudden127]

Also worth noting - only the body is done collaboration with the great Misami H. The underlying chassis (with hardware changes) is available fr other manufacturers as well

[@RCKickschannel]

Yep I just found a basic chassis version in the US. What I can’t find is who actually designed it and makes it.

[@mrdixon3765]

Very drawn to this buggy. The Masami collaboration gives it real legitimacy and appeal in trusting it's quality. Availability aside not much in the way of downside. Usually these or those batteries don't fit, if you want brushless you need this drive train, or this part is weak etc etc. So thumbs up on design. Even if you do shelf the old rear cabs still look like they're moving even when stationary. Modern front cabs are all functionality and look like dead ducks.

[@KaiCityRC]

Hi Gavin! The Genova is looking great.👍 I'd say you're spot on with the color. The box art Genova I've seen over here looked to have been done with Tamiya PS-7. Nice touch with the gunmetal and smoking out the windows too.😎 Overall I'm really pleased with mine. It's a really well built, good looking retro styled buggy. As to whether to run it or not - well, that's a tough one! I get a lot of enjoyment out of running my buggies, so I'd say run it! 😁

[@RCKickschannel]

Hi, Take a look at this! www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/44100/10002/-1

[@KaiCityRC]

@@RCKickschannel Thanks. I read an earlier comment on this and have done some digging. In Japan I can't find any reference to G Force and JEGS. I had a look at the Stinger and it's clear that they share the same overall chassis design and possibly some of the parts. Though it's impossible to tell from the photos if the plastic quality is the same or if the Stinger has an all metal gearbox etc. It also seems like the JEGS Stinger is a recent release - there is hardly anything on the net and it looks like it was released mid June/July time. That puts it around the same time as the Genova, so it is possible that G Force partnered with JEGS to design and develop the chassis together, or that G Force used JEGS design (or vice versa). We may never know. 🤷‍♂ Regardless, the Genova is still a great looking and well built buggy. And in a way, this means that there is in effect, a (potential) source of spare parts for buyers outside of Japan. 👍

[@chrishorst1318]

@@RCKickschannel i can't believe that jegs stinger was on sale for only 50.00. Id have got it but i opted for the jegs mt which is of course the cenracing torch. Jegs branded the buggy n mt to have 0 links to the original models. I looked at ever bit of info with my jegs mt and it never let on to the reality of its cen racing origin. So im not surprised if there was nothing linking the stinger to gforce. But most ppl agree the genova got a jegs rebrand slapped upon it.

[@RCKickschannel]

@@chrishorst1318 The Genova plastics are completely different and much better but the parts are interchangeable for sure.

[@chrishorst1318]

@@RCKickschannel ok...i was gonna buy that jegs stinger after i bought the torch mt from jegs. But the sale ended b4 i could. Glad to have the mt neway. If i had alot of cash id have bought a ton of both and resold them at a 2/3 profit margin.

[@jasonsanders1244]

Mines being delivered on Tuesday, really want the hop up parts when they release

[@catxls1835]

I love what you have done here Gavin, awesome. The chassis reminds me of the Cougar LD2 to be honest, which is a superb handling chassis. The main similarity is the front steering/shock assembly. Yeah, nice plastics too bud, well made! Haha looking at upgrades already, I'm guilty of that too. It seems the Japanese don't wish to make money. Making up turnbuckles isn't my favourite part of the build, so happy days!! Great video bud as always!!

[@Toystheyrenot]

You should run it! It drives great! Like you, I thought this was developed by G-Force but someone in my comments mentioned that it is in fact a rebranded JEGS Stinger buggy. I was disappointed to find out but I still think it’s a cool product and more importantly, one that works well.

[@mitsuman5555]

Wow you’re right, and they’re $150 USD for an RTR! This kit does look to be improved as the JEGS RTR has non-adjustable links. JEGS has what looks to be a stadium truck version as well. Interesting.

[@Toystheyrenot]

@@mitsuman5555 The JEGS RTR os priced upwards of $230 usd. $150 is only for the buggy. It does seem lower spec than the Genova. Parts are shared for sure but I think the retail price of the Genova in Japan is still fair. It’s also much better looking than the JEGS.

[@KaiCityRC]

Now this is interesting. I've not been able to find any information in Japanese regarding the JEGS link with G Force, but looking at what is available online it's clear the two buggies share some parts and a similar design. Though the Genova seems to be higher spec. It also seems like the Stinger has just be released around July also (correct me if I'm wrong), so it is possible that G Force and JEGS collaborated on the design and development of this buggy platform...?

[@Toystheyrenot]

@@KaiCityRC It’s possible. A collaboration would mean lowered production costs for both manufacturers. I’ve not been able to find any more info online either. In any case, it is still an awesome buggy.. one I see myself running regularly.👍😊

[@michaelandrew4488]

@@KaiCityRC Hi - did some checking and Jegs is a retailer of 1 to 1 scale automotive parts , and has been since the 1960s. I doubt an automotive parts retailers would get involved in the nitty gritty design of any RC buggies/trucks . I would suggest that Jegs has put their name on a bunch of pre-assembled RC kits, and started marketing them in the USA to collect on the RC boom currently being experienced - if you check their site they also sell Traxxas product. The link between the Jegs Stinger and the G-Gorce Genova is possibly the manufacturing plant of both buggies, 🤔

[@TheUsmc0802]

Very similar to the TRF201 and RC10B4. And that’s a good thing!

[@yellomello71]

Wonderful looking car.

[@prophetate]

Haha you do no such thing putting a lame brushed motor in it 😂😂😂 give her a proper motor 😊😇❣️ I loved this episode !! It is such a cool buggy 😊 I think Vinmod was quite a cool abbrevation 😊👍

[@turboboostHoonicow]

Quite a interesting car! If you run on non-sugared clay a rear-motor 2wd is something very good untill today! I think you should drive it on a loose surface and compare it to the cougar!

[@ChrisCO930]

Gav, you need to use this as a long term runner and give us a review along with some similar 2WD buggies at some point down the track. I'd suggest that if this turns out to be good then some regional distributors may offer to chip in to cover the costs to allow them to sell internationally assuming the manufacturer has no interest.

[@RCKickschannel]

I don’t know if GForce can sell it outside Japan as GForce didn’t design it but purchased it. We have found the same chassis being sold in the US. The Genova is an upgraded version but it’s the same chassis for sure. Unfortunately I can’t find out yet who actually designed it.

[@ChrisCO930]

@@RCKickschannel knowing it is a contract chassis kind of feels like the “designed under the guidance Masami Hirosaka” is devalued some what. Would be nice if Tamiya and Kyosho had a new competitor in this segment.

[@paulpoyser2130]

Run the car you it's a good looking car and with the help of the person who help design it it should run great

[@gtxforza]

Looks great!

[@allyoucando8486]

they have some similarity to Traxxas Bandit, if don't find this buggy, i can buy vintage body put in the Bandit

[@4acae86]

You should buy another one and run that one

[@Pablo668]

If they get out there in numbers I could see people club racing them for fun against more modern stuff. I have to admit I'd like one.

[@mazmorbid5840]

Nice looking buggy, can't decide if i want to get one or not ....

[@lo2713]

Its a nice looking buggy for sure, if im able to, i’ll be getting one and see how it goes against the modern buggys 😎

[@TheHoodeadGamer]

It would be nice to know how this one compares with the Losi 22? cool vid!

[@Luke-en2tk]

I really like it. Most GForce stuff is just rebranded Sky RC where as this is something done in collaboration with Masami Hirosaki.

[@rcl300018]

This could be possibly a rebranded Jegs Stinger or vice versa, which was recently released as well in the USA.

[@Luke-en2tk]

@@rcl300018 yes I have seen looks to be a bit higher spec and they are actually bringing out upgrades for it as well which is nice

[@gregrandolph]

I don't think it looks good. I think it looks GREAT! The first body I painted when I got my JRX-Pro was fluorescent orange and black, so I commend you on your color choices, Gavin! I also like that you sign and date your bodies, and I vote for racing it. I might have to seriously consider getting one of these Jegs Stingers, I mean G-Force Genovas one day!

[@DSC1320]

Hey Gavin. Big fan. I got something interesting here I'd like for you to check out. I'm in America and JEGS (American performance car parts supplier) was selling a rc buggy for $49 so I bought a few of them for Nostalgia reasons. I loved racing back in the 90's well when I received the JEGS Stinger buggy I was impressed and wanted to know who made it.. well I couldn't find that out but after looking at every 2wd buggy I came across a rather pricey g-force genova 2wd buggy and other than body and turn buckles it the same buggy. I'm blown away with it for $49 dollars 🤯 I wish I had bought 10 of them now. Take a look at the JEGS buggy and verify my findings for me. The fact it comes with a hobbywing 1040 3s capable esc also just makes it a deal of the season.

[@RCKickschannel]

Yep it’s from the same manufacturer. The Jegs uses a different plastic for parts, bushes and a few other things but for the sale price it was a total bargain. I almost got one myself but the import, handling and Jegs shipping cost made it still well over $200 for me so didn’t click the purchase button unfortunately.

[@roberttierney9284]

It was NOT designed to sit on a shelf! Run it please! It is a modern buggy with a rear motor. That is the only thing separating it from a "modern" buggy.

[@pattyofurniture5674]

I think that the more people in the United States and the UK and other countries buy this kit then they may start thinking about going international.

[@RCKickschannel]

Fingers crossed

[@primusrc]

Reminds me of a DT-03, :)

[@RCKickschannel]

Yep it has a bit of that look in it.

[@primusrc]

well at least i think its been sent .. technology 🤣🤣

[@barrycheesemore2928]

Personally I'd run it, but obviously spares might be an issue! If they sell it in this country then I'd defo be tempted to get one. If you're keeping it as a shelf queen, don't bother with electrics, it would be a total waste!!

[@paulboyes283]

It looks good, but I'm kinda on the fence about it on performance and parts but it's a good starter 👍⭐😎

[@4cubedracing]

Buy a second one to run and keep that one on the shelf

[@jordancoleman9337]

These are available on eBay, (US) I have one in my cart.

[@N8_Spec]

Run it please!!!

[@RCKickschannel]

It will get to set a time on the track in the spring

[@luccrouset1675]

Note sure what the added value is with this car as it looks like the DT03. Parts are also easy to get for the DT03, this one not the case. I have to say that this buggy seems to have great plastic design

[@TheUsmc0802]

This is waaaaay above the DT03.

[@albertdelbosco9686]

Jegs sells it rtr 150.00 they were on sale for 50 dollars

[@Masterr-K]

This is the same design as the Stinger and similar to the Traxxas Bandit.

[@jaywill530]

Does the kit include ball bearings for the front wheels? .. I couldn't resist it... it will be here next week ... I can't wait.

[@RCKickschannel]

Yep it does

[@jaywill530]

@@RCKickschannel Thank you

[@johntesoriero2657]

Was curious about the alternate body paint/decals is that a hopup or just a pesonlized paint job (mostly white with green and red streaks ?

[@lukasgarage956]

Rocks are collectible......run that buggy

[@jaywill530]

I love the looks of it... I hate the so called "cab forward" buggy's... they just look too stupid! This looks like the roots of buggies... RC10. GREAT LOOKING CAR !!... perfect for a rear motor buggy racing class !!

[@ChrisFlys]

This it NOT a NEW thing…..Associated has done the B4 platform as a rtr called the RB 10 rtr :D And yes if it’s not vintage looking enough and you like playing RC Barbie with your cars put the og b4 body, or the trf 201 etc… body on it. And you even get spares :D

[@colinfairbairn8136]

gav what primer would i use when painting with ts46 the base colour is green its the wild willy 2 rc.

[@RCKickschannel]

Primer should be white Colin. It will take a few coats to dial down the green.

[@alfredyost7972]

Hi Gavin, are the ball ends plastic?

[@RCKickschannel]

Yes, but metal upgrades are just being released now along with hex screw kit, metal shocks, metal uprights and a few other bits.

[@alfredyost7972]

@@RCKickschannel I would think that the metal ball ends would be a good upgrade.

[@michaeldorich4485]

I think it's a great old school looking car and with many of the key things prebuilt it would be very attractive to many people. I am a little surprised that it's a rear motor car. Does to have a gear diff or a ball diff? Great review, thanks.

[@andyrobinsonrc2480]

It’s got a gear diff , potentially to oil fill as well

[@michaeldorich4485]

@@andyrobinsonrc2480 Thanks for the information. That's good. The problem me is the price when getting it from Japan. On Ebay in the U.S. there around $400.

[@RCKickschannel]

I will open it up and take a look at some point.

[@RCKickschannel]

Don’t get it from eBay, get it from Amazon Japan. Much cheaper

[@michaeldorich4485]

@@RCKickschannel You don't have to mess with the diff. That will be a hassle. Good information on Amazon Japan. That's much better, thank you. I am very tempted. I'm not sure why.

[@andycrute7350]

Just run it and race it

[@ripmax333]

So if you need to buy parts, from where you can buy them?

[@RCKickschannel]

You have to get them from Japan.

[@jecoboost1440]

I like to have one but in the US only place I can find it is on eBay and they want $400. I don't want to pay that for it.

[@RCKickschannel]

Amazon Japan

[@garethcurtis9665]

Why not have 1 hot set of electronics and use it in every car on the track so it's all about the chassis.

[@RCKickschannel]

Mostly effort and time removing and replacing electronics over and over at times I'm rushing to get footage. I should just get five sets of the same combo ESC and motor as that work would be better.

[@billypennrc2273]

Durango-

[@sandwichman100]

yes it looks ok, but i just looked on ebay and it would cost me about $650AU to australia. i dont see a over $600 buggy here no electrics? nope, not seeing it at all

[@rcl300018]

If you really want one, jump on to Banzai. I got mine for $345 AU at the time of purchase.

[@RCKickschannel]

Amazon Japan sell them for much less

[@daperturedan3454]

Jegs stinger is a basic clone of it

[@RCKickschannel]

Yes made from basic plastic, brass bushings and a few other aspects. Still a bargain at the current price in the US.

[@bra1nc417d]

Phillips screws everywhere. Thats a big no from me. Phillips screws shouldn't be anywhere near these RC cars, they're garbage, period.

[@RCKickschannel]

Spend the £15 and swap them out before you build it, simples.

[@bra1nc417d]

@@RCKickschannel Well, of course, but Hex should be the standard for all RC.

[@GTMatukka]

There's no Phillips screws in that kit. They are JIS screws, much better.