Wow! I just got this same car and had the same slowing down issue after half a lap. After watching this i ran the car. In a short bit it came to a full stop. Both sides of the paper were digging into the tires! Also the last mega G car I purchased has major pinion gear run-out. It's definitely recent quality control because the first 4 cars I got a few years ago have performed flawlessly. Go figure.
Just found this video. And I have noticed the same problems with one or two the brand new cars I bought. Really appreciate your digging into this so now that I can square away some of the problems.
I recently got my first 2 mega g plus cars. One 1.5 chassis and the other is a 1.7. The 1.5 runs very quick. It’s extremely quiet and has great coast. The 1.7 has the off center pinion and sounds like its grinding corn just like you said. I have a broken lifelike T car that I can steal a pinion off but I also put a warranty claim in to AFX. We’ll see what happens on that end. The 1.5 car is significantly faster but that may just be the bad gear holding it back. I have a set of low profile Harden Creek tires that I run on the 1.5 and it significantly helped the handling. I will probably put the Mega G hop up kit in them. I put one in my old original mega g with adjustable brush tubes and the car is very quick around my track now. I love Harden Creek products.
The same thing happened to me in the white Ford GT. I took the paper interior out and the speed increased. My Ford Mustang GT rear wing broke off. I epoxy glued it back on. I guess it's part of the hobby 🍷
Every time I buy a new car these days (AW, MG+, etc.), I always do mods before putting them on a track. Those paper interiors come out, and the windows get painted black or silver, depending on the body.
Yup same issues with the two Shelby’s and the Camaro I purchased. It sure “looked” good so I bit like you. Disappointed in this latest release to say the least.
Viper Scale Racing products and the venerable Tyco 440x2 wide are my cars of choice. I never liked the MG+ chassis/motor. I have yet to see a chassis that is superior to the base Super G+ design. I also like the LL "T" cars and the JAG products.
I agree!! The Tyco 440x2, Viper/AFX Super G+ units are my chassis of choice. I will Not purchase any new AFX Mega G+ units until they get rid of the China "canned motor/chassis" combo...
I agree as well, really love my Viper cars, the HC Super 7 is also becoming a favorite, it is probably the smoothest running car I have, the gear mesh out of the package is just super smooth. I am going to pick up 3 more to setup as runners for when family and friends are over.
Other Channels are reporting issues with this same model. Loose fitting bodies. Insert falling down causing interference. Up to complete Chassis failure. AFX needs to get it together.
Haven't purchased a single new Mega G+ car. Have had one used one that I bought because the MG+ chassis was under a Ken Miles LeMans GT40 body. Not the "clear" with that stupid paper "interior". Body with no signs of use and I got the car at an unbelievably low price. On eBay at that. Chassis ran apparently as intended and I immediately sold it. Cheap. No use for that chassis. Pickup shoe design is good but the rest is junk. Have been tempted to pick up a couple new GT40mkIIs just for the bodies but I won't because even if the chassis runs ok I'm not going to pass along something that might lead to someone else's disappointment. I do the same thing with Auto world cars but at least if there is a problem with the chassis down the road it isn't going to be a total loss. Couldn't care less about a warranty from either company.
HCS.. I bought a Ford GT Bob beers limited still in the package didn't run chip was bad, had to spend my time and effort repackaging and going to the post office? What's up with Hot Wheels flame Camaro from Auto World all the clear coats are bad from the factory? I still bought one cuz I like flames, still cost me twenty. Well thank you for the V1. That gives us hope,ha.
@@steamboatwillie935 jegs hobbies has some nice runners for thunderjet and extractions I use my V1 for the extraction body's don't mess with bolt on body's, but tempted to get one of those jegs chassis for those..
I had rhe same interference issue on mine and removing the interior picture did the trick. The paint on the hood of mine is a little rough but shiny. After adding new traction magnets the car now runs like stink, no motor vibration/grinding issues and sticks to the track.
I’ve sent a number of these cars back for issues with axles and gears. As well as wheels rubbing the chassis from being pressed on the axle too far. Didn’t want replacements just my money back. I’ll stick to mega g and life like T and M cars
Bought the same car, had some of the same issues, tires rubbing, gears not exactly lined up, running slow, after a little tinkering much better, very disappointed, car looks great though😒😒
Don’t even bother using Mega G Plus as a racing class. Even when you get them running well, the motors aren’t durable enough to last. Racemasters? I think not
I had the same (or worse) issues with my AFX Mustang ... AFX sent me a replacement chassis today, but this has been my (3) defective unit in 2- months. I have recently focused my hobby activities on buying or upgrading these chassis: Tyco 440x2, Viper V-spec, Super-7, or AFX Super G+ products. I'm Done with AFX "China canned motor" products... No more Mega G+ products for me!!
They've had a variety of "quality control issues" over the years. I believe they do want to sell a reasonably good product. Had phone conversations with them years ago about problems with track. The cause of the problem was explained and since I had some experience with plastic injection molding process, I understood and believed what they said. Some problems are not easy to fix. But.... what AFX should have done years ago is move production of everything out of China. There are specific reasons why that would have been smart. It would have probably cost a small fortune but look where we are today. Anyone who deals with Chinese manufacturing knows what the issues are some like Terry have been lucky enough to get the desired results at least some of the time. Only he knows how hard or easy it's been. What I do know is the stuff he has had made that I have purchased is quite good. AFX on the other hand is practically on the same level as Auto world now and that's pretty pathetic. I actually wonder if they will survive the fiasco that Mega G+ is.
I'll never buy another afx product now that they're can motors. Junk. Somebody gifted me a few for Christmas and I kept the bodies and tossed the cars out, and ordered some Viper chassis for um
Bought Camaro & Mustang (blue/orange) BAD azz bodies w/appearance & detail. As a runner....NOT. HAVE NEVER HAD TO TWEAK A CAR MORE. Have 120 ohm set that g plus 1.5/1.7 usually run great. Especially the 1.7in. Chassis. One is still slightly resistant to sensitivity of controller. The 2nd group that Mustang red & Camaro yellow seem to be better runners!!!
Wow! I just got this same car and had the same slowing down issue after half a lap. After watching this i ran the car. In a short bit it came to a full stop. Both sides of the paper were digging into the tires! Also the last mega G car I purchased has major pinion gear run-out. It's definitely recent quality control because the first 4 cars I got a few years ago have performed flawlessly. Go figure.
I agree that the body looks great but had many of the same problems when making my review videos for these new cars!
Thanks Tom ,, For all the great work and dedication you have given us throughout the years. I guess that’s why I stay with old school cars. 😊
I had the same two issues with this car. I replaced the pinion gear and fixed the cardboard interior and now it works great!
Just found this video. And I have noticed the same problems with one or two the brand new cars I bought. Really appreciate your digging into this so now that I can square away some of the problems.
100% agree with all you said and pointed out. Same exact issues....
I recently got my first 2 mega g plus cars. One 1.5 chassis and the other is a 1.7. The 1.5 runs very quick. It’s extremely quiet and has great coast. The 1.7 has the off center pinion and sounds like its grinding corn just like you said. I have a broken lifelike T car that I can steal a pinion off but I also put a warranty claim in to AFX. We’ll see what happens on that end. The 1.5 car is significantly faster but that may just be the bad gear holding it back. I have a set of low profile Harden Creek tires that I run on the 1.5 and it significantly helped the handling. I will probably put the Mega G hop up kit in them. I put one in my old original mega g with adjustable brush tubes and the car is very quick around my track now. I love Harden Creek products.
The same thing happened to me in the white Ford GT. I took the paper interior out and the speed increased. My Ford Mustang GT rear wing broke off. I epoxy glued it back on. I guess it's part of the hobby 🍷
Every time I buy a new car these days (AW, MG+, etc.), I always do mods before putting them on a track. Those paper interiors come out, and the windows get painted black or silver, depending on the body.
Good morning, I would like to know how to remove the front gloves from the mega g plus chassis, is it possible?
😊
Thanks for the useful and helpful video.
I had same out of box experience with a couple of mega g+ lately, NOT very pleased with QC.
Yup same issues with the two Shelby’s and the Camaro I purchased. It sure “looked” good so I bit like you. Disappointed in this latest release to say the least.
Viper Scale Racing products and the venerable Tyco 440x2 wide are my cars of choice.
I never liked the MG+ chassis/motor. I have yet to see a chassis that is superior to the base Super G+ design.
I also like the LL "T" cars and the JAG products.
I agree!! The Tyco 440x2, Viper/AFX Super G+ units are my chassis of choice. I will Not purchase any new AFX Mega G+ units until they get rid of the China "canned motor/chassis" combo...
I agree as well, really love my Viper cars, the HC Super 7 is also becoming a favorite, it is probably the smoothest running car I have, the gear mesh out of the package is just super smooth. I am going to pick up 3 more to setup as runners for when family and friends are over.
Wow. 👍👍😎🇺🇸
Indeed, I like the Super 7 too
Other Channels are reporting issues with this same model. Loose fitting bodies. Insert falling down causing interference. Up to complete Chassis failure. AFX needs to get it together.
AFX is still a good company. At least their cars stay on the track unlike Carrera's beautiful cars falling off after a 5 second run 😊
Now that’s 2 saying almost identical comments about this car….surprising….
Haven't purchased a single new Mega G+ car. Have had one used one that I bought because the MG+ chassis was under a Ken Miles LeMans GT40 body. Not the "clear" with that stupid paper "interior". Body with no signs of use and I got the car at an unbelievably low price. On eBay at that. Chassis ran apparently as intended and I immediately sold it. Cheap. No use for that chassis. Pickup shoe design is good but the rest is junk. Have been tempted to pick up a couple new GT40mkIIs just for the bodies but I won't because even if the chassis runs ok I'm not going to pass along something that might lead to someone else's disappointment. I do the same thing with Auto world cars but at least if there is a problem with the chassis down the road it isn't going to be a total loss. Couldn't care less about a warranty from either company.
HCS.. I bought a Ford GT Bob beers limited still in the package didn't run chip was bad, had to spend my time and effort repackaging and going to the post office? What's up with Hot Wheels flame Camaro from Auto World all the clear coats are bad from the factory? I still bought one cuz I like flames, still cost me twenty. Well thank you for the V1. That gives us hope,ha.
My advice, stay away from the Autoworld Chassis. They are complete junk !
@@steamboatwillie935 jegs hobbies has some nice runners for thunderjet and extractions I use my V1 for the extraction body's don't mess with bolt on body's, but tempted to get one of those jegs chassis for those..
@@Art-What.. I think you mean Jag not jeg.
@@steamboatwillie935 ha'aaaa,yes good one, thanks.
Disappointing, had the same pinion issue with this same car and a couple C8 vettes.
I had rhe same interference issue on mine and removing the interior picture did the trick. The paint on the hood of mine is a little rough but shiny. After adding new traction magnets the car now runs like stink, no motor vibration/grinding issues and sticks to the track.
I’ve sent a number of these cars back for issues with axles and gears. As well as wheels rubbing the chassis from being pressed on the axle too far. Didn’t want replacements just my money back. I’ll stick to mega g and life like T and M cars
They made a huge mistake going from the g to the g+
Most of my AFX mega G+ Ford GTs are noisy and run like crap. The magnets suck..as well..where can I get better magnets and new pinions..?
The parts are all on my web cart - shop.hcslots.com
What does that circuit board do?
I believe it has something to do with VHF noise suppression.
Had the same issue with mine.
I've had one out of 23 ,was the same way..
AFX will easily replace. Just email them they're great! But I love those kinda of problems, that's why its a fun hobby to me.
Stiil better then BOB BEERs Mustangs!
Bought the same car, had some of the same issues, tires rubbing, gears not exactly lined up, running slow, after a little tinkering much better, very disappointed, car looks great though😒😒
Don’t even bother using Mega G Plus as a racing class. Even when you get them running well, the motors aren’t durable enough to last. Racemasters? I think not
I don't like the new cars. I have few and their good but I prefer my Super G Plus. I find the short chassis Mega G Plus twitchy. They de-slots easily.
THE FENDERS ARE WAY 2 LARGE ON THE FLARES...PICTURE OF INTERIOR IS WAY LOW CLASS...I BOUGHT 8 MODELS ANYWAY😅
AFX only cares about how many units
Sold not the quality of the product
Or Performance😡🏁
I had the same (or worse) issues with my AFX Mustang ... AFX sent me a replacement chassis today, but this has been my (3) defective unit in 2- months. I have recently focused my hobby activities on buying or upgrading these chassis: Tyco 440x2, Viper V-spec, Super-7, or AFX Super G+ products.
I'm Done with AFX "China canned motor" products... No more Mega G+ products for me!!
They've had a variety of "quality control issues" over the years. I believe they do want to sell a reasonably good product. Had phone conversations with them years ago about problems with track. The cause of the problem was explained and since I had some experience with plastic injection molding process, I understood and believed what they said. Some problems are not easy to fix. But.... what AFX should have done years ago is move production of everything out of China. There are specific reasons why that would have been smart. It would have probably cost a small fortune but look where we are today. Anyone who deals with Chinese manufacturing knows what the issues are some like Terry have been lucky enough to get the desired results at least some of the time. Only he knows how hard or easy it's been. What I do know is the stuff he has had made that I have purchased is quite good. AFX on the other hand is practically on the same level as Auto world now and that's pretty pathetic. I actually wonder if they will survive the fiasco that Mega G+ is.
😢
I'll never buy another afx product now that they're can motors. Junk. Somebody gifted me a few for Christmas and I kept the bodies and tossed the cars out, and ordered some Viper chassis for um
made in china ?
Bought Camaro & Mustang (blue/orange) BAD azz bodies w/appearance & detail. As a runner....NOT. HAVE NEVER HAD TO TWEAK A CAR MORE. Have 120 ohm set that g plus 1.5/1.7 usually run great. Especially the 1.7in. Chassis. One is still slightly resistant to sensitivity of controller. The 2nd group that Mustang red & Camaro yellow seem to be better runners!!!