Key Features
- Designed specifically for mounting painted r/c car bodies
- Pinpoint accuracy from high-powered magnets
- Made from high-quality red-anodized aluminum with convenient storage box
- Fits most on-road chassis body posts
Overview
Have you ever painted up a killer race body, only to botch the mounting job by aligning it off-center, crooked, or too far forward or back on your chassis?
We've got a tool for you! The PROTOform Crosshair Body Mounting Kit uses high-powered magnets to pinpoint the exact position of your car's body posts. This simple but effective system is designed to ensure your race body is mounted just the way you intended. Here's how it works:
1. Place a Crosshair Body Post Cap on each of your chassis' 4 body posts, securing them in place with a body clip. (Not included)
2. Place your painted body on top of the posts, centering it from left to right as well as determining the fore/aft position, which can affect handling characteristics. (Standard position would be to center the front wheel opening trim line to the front axle of your chassis)
3. Hold a Marking Magnet on the outside of your body close to where the body posts are. The magnet will attach itself to the precise position.
4. Mark your body post position through the hole on the Marking Magnet with a fine-tip marker.
5. Drill your body post holes on the marked locations with a body reamer or power drill.
Voila! All the hassle and guesswork of mounting your race body is taken out of the equation. Now you can hit the track in style.
Included:
Crosshair Body Post Caps (4 pcs)
Marking Magnets (4 pcs)
Storage Box
- Brand: PROTOform
- Model Number: G-PRM6032-00 (PRM603200)
- Product Type: Magnetic Body Mounting Kit
- Compatibility: Most on-road RC bodies and chassis
- Number of Body Post Caps: 4 pieces
- Number of Marking Magnets: 4 pieces
- Body Post Cap Material: Red-anodised aluminium
- Magnet Type: High-powered magnets
- Included in Box: Crosshair Body Post Caps (4 pcs), Marking Magnets (4 pcs), Storage Box
- Storage: Dedicated storage box included
- Tools Required to Complete: Body clips, fine-tip marker, body reamer or power drill
- Application: On-road RC body mounting with precision alignment
Overview
The PROTOform Crosshair Magnetic Body Mounting Kit is an essential tool for any serious RC car enthusiast in the UK who wants to achieve perfect body alignment on their on-road RC vehicles. Whether you're a seasoned competitor preparing for race day or an experienced hobbyist who takes pride in your painted bodies, this innovative mounting system eliminates the guesswork and frustration that comes with traditional body mounting methods. Have you ever spent hours painting a killer race body only to ruin the final result by mounting it off-centre, crooked, or positioned incorrectly on your chassis? The Crosshair kit solves this problem once and for all, using high-powered magnets and precision engineering to ensure your painted RC car body is positioned exactly as intended.
This mounting kit is specifically designed for most on-road RC bodies and chassis, making it compatible with the majority of popular ready-to-run RC models and race-ready setups available in the UK market. The system works by using marked magnetic points to identify the exact position of your body posts before drilling, meaning you can achieve professional results every single time. The precision offered by this tool is particularly valuable because body position directly affects your RC car's handling characteristics, aerodynamics and overall performance on the track. By ensuring your body is centred and positioned correctly—such as aligning the front wheel opening trim line to the front axle of your chassis—you can optimise your RC vehicle's performance and appearance simultaneously.
Designed and manufactured by PROTOform, a recognised brand trusted by RC enthusiasts worldwide, the Crosshair Magnetic Body Mounting Kit comes complete with everything you need to start achieving perfect body alignment immediately. The kit features premium red-anodised aluminium construction that's built to last through countless body mounting jobs, and it arrives in a convenient storage box so you can keep all components organised and protected when not in use.
Key Features
- High-Powered Magnets for Pinpoint Accuracy — The kit includes four marking magnets with exceptional holding power that attach themselves precisely to the position of your body posts, allowing you to mark the exact drilling location with a fine-tip marker and eliminate all guesswork from the mounting process.
- Red-Anodised Aluminium Construction — Made from high-quality red-anodised aluminium, the Crosshair body post caps are durable, lightweight and designed to withstand repeated use, ensuring they'll serve you reliably for years of RC body mounting projects.
- Designed for Most On-Road Bodies — This universal mounting kit fits the vast majority of on-road RC chassis and body combinations available in the UK, making it an invaluable addition to any RC workshop regardless of which brand or model you drive.
- Professional Body Positioning Control — By allowing you to precisely control both left-to-right centring and fore-aft positioning before drilling, the system ensures your painted body is mounted in the exact position you intended, which is critical because body position affects handling characteristics and aerodynamic performance.
- Complete Four-Post Mounting Solution — The kit includes four Crosshair body post caps and four marking magnets, providing a complete system for mounting standard four-post RC car bodies used on most on-road racing vehicles.
- Convenient Storage Box Included — All components arrive in a dedicated storage box, keeping your mounting kit organised, protected and easily accessible whenever you need to mount a new painted body.
- Eliminates Mounting Errors — Rather than relying on visual estimation or traditional methods that often result in crooked, off-centre or poorly positioned bodies, this system uses magnetic precision to guarantee accurate alignment every single time.
Technical Performance
The PROTOform Crosshair Magnetic Body Mounting Kit represents precision engineering at its finest, combining high-powered magnetic technology with durable aluminium construction to create a tool that delivers professional results. The red-anodised aluminium used throughout the Crosshair body post caps provides excellent durability and a professional appearance whilst remaining lightweight enough for practical use. The four marking magnets included in the system are specifically engineered to attach with sufficient force to hold position during marking, yet release easily once you've completed marking your body. This balance of magnetic strength is crucial—too weak and the magnets won't hold position reliably; too strong and you'll struggle to position and remove them from your painted body. The system is designed to work with standard four-post on-road RC chassis configurations, which represents the vast majority of on-road racing vehicles used in the UK and internationally. The precision offered by this magnetic marking system is particularly valuable because even small variations in body position can affect your RC car's handling balance, aerodynamic characteristics and overall on-track performance. By ensuring body post holes are drilled in the exact positions you've marked, you guarantee consistent, repeatable results that help you achieve the performance and appearance you're aiming for.
What's in the Box
- Crosshair Body Post Caps (4 pieces)
- Marking Magnets (4 pieces)
- Storage Box
What You Need to Complete
- Body clips (not included) to secure the Crosshair body post caps onto your chassis body posts
- Fine-tip marker for marking through the magnet holes onto your painted body
- Body reamer or power drill for drilling the marked body post holes in your painted body
- Painted RC car body for mounting
- On-road RC chassis with standard four-body post configuration
Frequently Asked Questions
- How does the PROTOform Crosshair Magnetic Body Mounting Kit actually work? — The system works in five simple steps. First, you place a Crosshair body post cap on each of your chassis's four body posts and secure them with body clips. Second, you position your painted body on top of the posts, carefully centring it from left to right and determining the fore-aft position, which affects handling characteristics. Third, you hold a marking magnet on the outside of your body close to where the body posts are located, and the magnet attaches itself to the precise position. Fourth, you use a fine-tip marker to mark your body post position through the hole on the marking magnet. Finally, you drill your body post holes at the marked locations using a body reamer or power drill. This simple process removes all the hassle and guesswork from mounting your race body.
- Will the Crosshair kit fit my on-road RC car? — Yes, the PROTOform Crosshair Magnetic Body Mounting Kit is designed to fit most on-road RC chassis and bodies, which covers the vast majority of on-road racing vehicles available in the UK market. If you're unsure whether it's compatible with your specific model, we recommend contacting our RC Model Shop team who can confirm compatibility with your particular setup.
- Can I use this kit if I'm new to RC cars? — Absolutely. Whilst the kit is particularly valuable for experienced racers who paint custom bodies, it's equally beneficial for beginners who want to ensure their painted bodies are mounted perfectly first time. The step-by-step process is straightforward and doesn't require any special skills or experience. Even if you're just getting started with RC cars in the UK, using this kit guarantees professional results.
- What's the benefit of using magnetic marking instead of traditional mounting methods? — Traditional methods rely on visual estimation or rough alignment, which often results in bodies mounted crooked, off-centre, or incorrectly positioned. The high-powered magnets in the Crosshair kit pinpoint the exact position of your body posts with precision, allowing you to mark accurate drilling locations. This precision matters because even small variations in body position affect your RC car's handling balance and aerodynamic performance on the track. By ensuring perfect alignment, you optimise both the appearance and performance of your vehicle.
- Do I need any additional tools to use this kit? — Beyond the components included in the kit, you'll need body clips to secure the Crosshair body post caps to your chassis (these are often sold separately), a fine-tip marker for marking, and either a body reamer or power drill for drilling the marked holes. These are standard tools that most RC enthusiasts already have in their workshop.
- How important is body position to RC car performance? — Body position is more important than many RC enthusiasts realise. The standard position is to centre the front wheel opening trim line to the front axle of your chassis, but even small deviations from this position can affect your car's handling characteristics and weight distribution. By using the Crosshair kit to ensure precise, repeatable body positioning, you can optimise your RC car's performance and ensure consistent results across multiple builds or body changes.
- Is the storage box just packaging or actually useful? — The included storage box is genuinely useful. It keeps all four body post caps and four marking magnets organised, protected and easily accessible. Rather than having components scattered around your workshop, the storage box ensures your mounting kit stays together and in perfect condition for whenever you need to mount a new painted body.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the PRM Crosshair Magnetic Body Mounting Kit for most On-Road RC Bod G-PRM6032-00 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
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