AE TC7 User manual

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:: Introduction
:: KIT Features
:: Key Features
:: Items Needed
:: Other Helpful Items
Associated Electrics, Inc.
26021 Commercentre Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
http://www.TeamAssociated.com · http://www.RC10.com · http://twitter.com/Team_Associated · http://bit.ly/AEonFacebook
Customer Service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Thank you for purchasing this Team Associated product. This assembly manual contains instructions and tips for building and maintaining your new RC10TC7.
Please take a moment to read through this manual to help familiarize yourself with these steps.
We are continually changing and improving our designs; therefore, actual parts may appear slightly different than in the illustrations. New parts will be noted on
supplementary sheets located in the appropriate parts bags. Check each bag for these sheets before you start to build.
Team Associated is proud to release its next generation of 1:10th scale 4WD electric touring car kits, the RC10TC7-FT, evolving forward for the most refined
package to date.
The touring car racing class has matured to a competition level higher than ever before, and the Engineers behind the doors of Area-51 have been hard at work to
make sure the TC7 can keep pace. The RC10TC7-FT car kit comes packed full of Factory Team options and a refined suspension package with precise adjustment
resulting in a level of consistency to be unequalled.
With over four year’s development on the TC6 chassis, the RC10TC7-FT car kit rolls forward including all the Factory Team test parts Area-51 has had in the works
for the last several years. The focus was on a more precise feel with updates in suspension component composites and ultra-smooth FOX with Genuine Kashima
Coated shock bodies. The floating servo controls an updated dual bellcrank steering system with a low center of gravity and refined Ackermann range allowing
the most direct steering feeling for any track condition. Updated motor mount is centrally located to produce the most consistent chassis flex and accurate gear
alignment to help keep cornering as efficient as possible. The RC10TC7-FT gives you all the key features and options necessary to keep you at the top of the racing
circuit. All without sacrificing low part count or affordability. With its prototype sweeping the modified podium at 2015 ROAR Paved Nationals, it’s easy to see that
the RC10TC7-FT kit is… another “Champion by Design” from Team Associated!
• Updated suspension geometry
o Carbon composite material used for the best combination of
strength at minimized mass
o Optimized suspension arm length and shock mounting positions
o Pivot ball on inner hinge pin allows free pin movement at any toe
or kickup angle
o Insert system for precise adjustment of toe and inner pin width
o Independent arm mount design to allow maximum flex through
entire chassis length, resulting in better grip on all track conditions
• FOX with Genuine Kashima Coated shock bodies
o Ultra-smooth Kashima Hard Coating for minimal friction and
extended wear
o Hard coated shock shafts with polished finish
o Machined piston and bushing sets for the most precise build
o Updated bladder profile for consistent performance
• New one-piece motor mount
o Central mounting to allow free chassis flex in either direction
o One-piece design ensures proper spur/pinion gear alignment
o Floating spur helps to center flex point of top plate giving better
overall traction
• Updated drive belts
o Optimized length for better on power steering
o Softer material for a more efficient drive-train
• Updated dual bellcrank steering system
o Low profile mounting for an overall lower center of mass
o Optimized Ackermann and steering rates
o Horizontal ballstuds for fine Ackermann adjustments
o 8 precision bearings for accurate swing motion
• Floating servo mount
o Servo mounts to chassis center to allow equal chassis flex in both
directions and a tweak free assembly
o Mount ties to steering bellcrank posts for stable servo positioning
o Slotted servo mount design allows fit for almost any servo size
• Narrow chassis with optimized flex characteristics
o 2.25mm graphite laminate for optimized flex characteristics
o A narrow 88mm wide to minimize chassis dragging at maximum
chassis roll angles
o Chassis ballast mass mounting locations to fine tune mass balance
• Vertical ball stud bearing caps
o Optimized position for inner ball stud
o Vertical ballstud orientation allows for fine adjustments of roll
center height
o 3 link position options give precise control of camber gain
• Rear gear diff for maximum performance and minimal maintenance
o Lightweight design
o Durable composite construction
o Optimized for a wide “tuning window” to maximize useable
adjustability
o Hard anodized aluminum outdrives for low wear and long life
• Front spool with replaceable composite outdrives
o Outdrives allow the use of existing CVA bone blades to minimize
binding at the bearing surface
o Composite outdrives are replaceable at low cost in the event of a
CVA bone blade failure
• Titanium turnbuckles with turnbuckle eyelets for easy access to ball stud for
adjustment
• 22 precision ball bearings
Your new FT TC7 comes unassembled and requires the following items for completion. (refer to catalog section for suggestions):
• 1:10th scale electric motor and electronic speed control • 1:10th scale 190mm polycarbonate touring car body
• 3.7V-7.4V LiPo, 6.6V LiFe, or 4.8V-7.2V NiMh/NiCd battery • Polycarbonate specific paint for body
• Battery charger (suited for, and particular to, one of the batteries mentioned) • Strapping tape for battery
• 2 channel surface transmitter, 2 channel receiver, and steering servo • 1:10th scale rubber (or foam) touring car tires, wheels and inserts
• Silicone Shock Fluid (Refer to catalog for complete listings) • Silicone Diff Fluid (Refer to catalog for complete listings) • Thread Lock (AE Part #1596)
• Body Scissors (AE Part # 1737) • Reamer / Hole Punch • FT Hex Wrenches (AE Part # 1541) • FT Nut Drivers (AE Part# 1561)
• Needle Nose Pliers • Wire Cutters/ Hobby Knife • Soldering Iron • Calipers or a Precision Ruler

B
3
3x2.5mm (31500)
3x3mm (25225)
3x8mm (4670)
4x8mm (25227)
2.5x6mm (4675)
2.5x10mm (31350)
3x6mm (31541)
3x8mm (25201)
3x10mm (25202)
2x4mm (31510)
2x5mm (31511)
2.5x4mm (4673)
2.5x6mm (31520)
2.5x8mm (31521)
3x5mm (31530)
3x6mm (31531)
3x8mm (31532)
3x10mm (25211)
3x12mm (89202)
3x14mm (25187)
3x16mm (89203)
:: Hardware - 1:1 Scale View
Cap Head (shcs)
Setscrew
Notes:
Flat Head (fhcs) Button Head (bhcs)
M3 locknut (31550)
M4 locknut (91148)
Nuts (lock/plain)
1mm and 2mm
blue shims (31286)
Washer (7337)
Bulkhead Shim (4617)
0.5mm, 1mm, 2mm
Axle & Diff shim (31162)
Gear Diff Shims (31348)
Shims and Washers
1.6x5mm (91611)
2x5mm (31511)
Ball Bearings
4x7mm (31403)
4x8x3mm flanged (31331)
5x8mm (31400)
5x10x4mm (91560)
10x15x4mm (91563)
Ballstuds
Ti Nitride 3.25mm short (31374)
Black 5mm short (31280)
Ti Nitride 5mm short (31288)
Silver 5mm long (31283)
Ti Nitride 5mm long (31291)
Black 8mm short (31281)
Ti Nitride 8mm short (31289)
Silver 8mm long (31284)
Ti Nitride 8mm long (31292)
Black 10mm short (31285)
Ti Nitride 10mm short (31290)
Silver 10mm long (31285)
Ti Nitride 10mm long (31293)

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:: Table of Contents
1....................Cover
2....................Introduction
3....................1:1 Hardware “Fold Out”
4...................Table of Contents
5-6...............Shock Build
(Bags 1, 2)
6-9...............Spool and Differential Build
(Bags 3, 4, 5)
9....................Turnbuckle Build
(Bag 6)
9....................CVA Build
(Bag 7)
11-12..........Suspension Arms Build
(Bags 8, 9, 10, 11)
13-16.........Bulkheads, Spur Gear, and
Steering Rack Build
(Bags 12, 13)
16-19.........Caster Blocks /Rear Hubs Build
(Bags 14, 15, 16)
19-23.........Bumper, Anti Roll Bar, and
Electronics Build
(Bags 17, 18)
24-26.........Tuning Tips
27.................Gear Chart
28-35.........Catalog
36................Setup Sheet “Kit Setup”
37.................Setup Sheet “Blank”
38................Back Cover
Associated Electrics, Inc.
26021 Commercentre Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
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Customer Service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
:: Notes
There is a 1:1 hardware foldout page in the
front of the manual. To check the size of a part,
line up your hardware with the correct drawing
until you find the exact size. Each part in the
foldout has a number assigned to it for ordering
replacement parts.
This symbol indicates a special
note or instruction in the manual.
Scanning this QR code will take
you to Team Associated’s Tech Tips
videos. These videos will help you
with your build and setup!
This symbol indicates a Racers Tip.
!

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:: Shock Build - Bag 1 & 2 - Step 1
:: Shock Build - Bag 1 & 2 - Step 2
:: Shock Build - Bag 1 & 2 - Step - 3
Bladder Installation
With the shaft extended 25%, place bladder on
the top of the shock body, displacing the extra oil.
While maintaining pressure on the bladder against
the shock body, carefully lift one side of the bladder
to allow any extra oil to escape. Place stock cap on
top of bladder, and secure it by threading the
aluminum cap retainer onto the shock body.
31326
VCS3 shock
collar o-ring
31326
VCS3
shock collar
Shock oil
#5423
(40wt)
3/16
31689
TC7 shock
piston
(3x1.1)
31700
TC7 shock
eyelet
31696
TC7
shock cap
retainer
31700
TC7 shock
cap
31693
TC7
bladder
31693
TC7 shock
shaft
bushing
31688
TC7 shock
shaft
4637
FT pivot
balls
4637
FT pivot
balls
31687
TC7 FT
shock body
(Fox
Kashima
Coat)
21139
Steel washer
(2.6x6x0.5mm)
5407
Red
o-rings
31327
VCS3 shock
bottom cap
31327
VCS3 shock
bottom cap
o-ring
31510
M2x4mm
bhcs
Shock fluid
#5433
(37.5wt)
Shock fluid
#5433
(37.5wt)
#1596
thread lock
Thread lock
not included!
!
Build four
shock collars
Build four
shocks
Build four
shocks
Build four
shock shafts

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:: Shock Build - Bag 1 & 2 - Step 4
:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 1
:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 2
31175
Diff pulley
flange
31175
Diff pulley
(40T)
31342
Spool hub
31698
TC7 shock
spring cup
Build four
shocks
#1597
ca glue
Note!
Always use the same
cam position on both
sides of the car.
Belt Tension
Number
View from left
side of car
17 32
161
Right Side
Left Side
31615
Diff
bearing
cam
31510
M2x4mm
bhcs
31615
Cam
holder
(mid-low)
x2
x4
x2
#1596
thread lock
Use belt tension
position 8 for
standard setup
on the front.
!
Cam Position
Mid-Low Mid-High
Low High
Thread lock
not included!
CA glue
not included!
!
!
31717
TC Spring,
Blue
(15.9lbs)

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:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 3
:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 4
:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 5
x2
x4
x2
x2
31162
Shim
31350
M2.5x10mm
fhcs
x2
x4
91563
FT bearing
10x15x4mm
31348
TC6 gear
diff shim
31341
TC6 spool
outdrive
x2
Build two
outdrives
31346
TC6 gear
diff outdrive
31349
TC6 gear
diff seals
31349
TC6 gear
diff seals
31345
TC6 gear
diff sun
gear
31345
TC6 gear
diff planet
gear
31347
TC6 gear
diff case
31348
TC6 gear
diff pin
31348
TC6 gear
diff pin
#6588
black grease
#6588
black grease
#1596
thread lock
Thread lock
not included!
!
x2
31348
TC6 gear
diff shim
(1 small, 1 big)

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:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 6
:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 7
:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 8
x2
x2
31162
Shim
Fill to top of
cross pins
!
31349
TC6 gear
diff seals
31345
TC6 gear
diff sun
gear
31347
TC6 gear
diff pulley
31348
TC6 gear
diff pin
31348
TC6 gear
diff shim
(1 small, 1 big)
4675
M2.5x6mm
fhcs
31347
TC6 gear
diff gasket
x4
#6588
black grease
Diff Fluid
#5452
(3,000cst)
x291563
FT bearing
10x15x4mm

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:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 9
:: Spool and Differential Build - Bag 3, 4 & 5 - Step 10
Use belt tension
position 7 for
standard setup
on the rear.
!
Note!
Always use the same
cam position on both
sides of the car.
Right Side
Left Side
31615
Diff
bearing
cam
31615
Cam
holder
(mid-low)
x2 x2
Belt Tension
Number
View from left
side of car
17 32
161
Cam Position
Mid-Low Mid-High
Low High
:: Turnbuckles Build - Bag 6 - Step 1
Servo Turnbuckle
Steering Turnbuckle
Camber Turnbuckle
10.15mm
1418
0.825”
turnbuckle
1402
1.375”
turnbuckle
1405
1.875”
turnbuckle
19.00mm
30.15mm
x2
20.50mm
x2 x2
31305
Turnbuckle
eyelet
Front Rear

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:: CVA Build - Bag 7 - Step 3
31238
CVA blade
Build four
CVA’s
:: CVA Build - Bag 7 - Step 2
31237
retaining
clip
31500
M3x2.5mm
setscrew
RACERS TIP!
place a drop of CA glue
on the pin retainer gap.
#1596
thread lock
#1597
CA glue
Thread lock
and CA glue
not included!
!
:: CVA Build - Bag 7 - Step 1
31367
TC6.1 CVA
coupler
31367
CVA
cross pin
31368
TC6.1 CVA
bones 31369
TC6.1 CVA
axle
#6588
black grease
Note!
Align the gap in the
pin retainer to be
opposite of the CVA pin.
!