Associated Electrics RC10 Classic User manual

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:: Introduction
:: KIT Features
:: Additional
:: 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 RC10 Classic. 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.
Features in the RC10 Classic:
• Authentic replica of the RC10 Buggy Kit originally released in 1984
• Gold anodized 6061-T6 aluminum monocoque tub chassis
• Fully adjustable four wheel independent suspension
• Long travel, fluid filled gold anodized aluminum coil over shocks
• Low profile sealed six-gear transmission
• VariLok adjustable ball differential
• Exceptional ground clearance with low center of gravity
• Pro-Line front and rear tires with modular racing wheels
• Clear ProTech body with driver figure and wing
• Fiberglass shock towers
• Oilite bushings throughout
• Fits 6-cell NiMh and 2S LiPo battery packs
Your new RC10 Classic comes as a kit. There are some items you will
need to complete your kit (refer to catalog for suggestions):
• R/C two channel surface frequency radio system
• Electronic Speed Control (ESC) • R/C Electric Motor
• Steering Servo and Servo Horn (AE # 9180, 89007)
• 2S, 7.4V Lipo stick battery or 7.2V NiMH battery
• Peak detection battery charger
• #2 Bit Type Phillips Screw Driver • Retaining Ring Pliers
• Polycarbonate specific paint • Thread Lock (AE # 1596)
• Pinion gear, size to be determined by type and wind of motor you use
Tools included:
• Allen wrenches (AE # 6950)
(.050”, 1/16”, 3/32”, 5/64”)
• Allen wrench .035”
• Molded tools (AE # 6956)
• Camber gauge (AE # 1719)
• Shock building tool (AE # 6429)
• Silicone Shock Fluid (Refer to catalog for complete listings) • Tire Adhesive (AE # 1597)
• Body Scissors (AE # 1737) • Reamer / Hole Punch • Wire Cutters • Hobby Knife
• FT Hex Wrenches (AE # 1655) • Needle Nose Pliers • Multi Tool (AE # 7494)
• Soldering Iron • Calipers or a Precision Ruler • Green Slime shock lube (AE # 1105)
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:: Table of Contents
:: Notes
This symbols indicates a
special note or instruction
in the manual.
!There is a 1:1 hardware foldout page in the back
of the manual. To check the size of a part, line
up your hardare 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.
1................... Cover
2................... Introduction
3................... Table of Contents
4....................Nose Plate / Steering Build
(Bag A-AA)
4 - 5............. Front Suspension Build
(Bag B)
6 - 9.............Transmission Build
(Bag C-CC)
9 - 10...........Rear Bulkhead Build
(Bag D-DD)
10 - 11.........Rear Suspension Build
(Bag E-EE)
11 - 12........Turnbuckles Build
(Bag F)
12 - 14........Shocks Build
(Bag G-GG)
15 ................Chassis Build
(Bag H)
15 - 17........ Electronics Build
(Bag I)
17 - 19....... Wheels, Tires and Body Install
(Bag J)
20 - 21....... Tuning Tips
22 - 30.......Catalog
31................ Setup Sheet “Kit Setup”
32................1:1 Hardware “Fold Out”
33................Setup Sheet “Blank”
34................Back Cover
Associated Electrics, Inc.
26021 Commercentre Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
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Customer Service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

:: Nose Plate / Steering Build - Bag A-AA - Step 2
:: Front Suspension Build - Bag B - Step 1
4
:: Nose Plate / Steering Build - Bag A-AA - Step 1
6281
8-32 x 7/8
aluminum
FHPS
6280
8-32 x 1/2
aluminum
FHPS
6310
RC10 front
nose plate
6931
8-32 x 1/4
FHPS
6331
RC10 body
mounts
(white)
6300
RC10
chassis
3323
#8 aluminum
washer (thick)
x2
x2
#1596
thread lock
3323
#8 aluminum
washer (thick)
6282
8-32 nut
(white) 6255
RC10
steering
assembly
6255
RC10
steering
assembly
6295
4-40 nut
x2
x2
6271
Ballstud
.20 (silver)
6271
Ballstud
.20 (silver)
6213
RC10 front
caster blocks,
15 degrees
(Left & Right)
x4
Build left and
right sides!
LEFT LEFT
Build left and
right sides!
Tighten 8-32 nuts
until snug &
bellcrank
rotates freely!
!
LEFT
Build left and
right sides!
6299
E-clip
(small)
6216
RC10 steering
blocks
(Left & Right)
6271
Ballstud
.20 (silver)
6219
RC10 front
stub axles
Press stub axles
into steering blocks.
Use a hard surface
to push down on!
!
#1596
thread lock

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:: Front Suspension Build - Bag B - Step 2
:: Front Suspension Build - Bag B - Step 3
:: Front Suspension Build - Bag B - Step 4
6280
8-32 x 1/2
aluminum
FHPS
6208
RC10 front
arm mounts
(Left & Right)
6295
4-40 nut
6936
#4 aluminum
washer
6299
E-clip
(small)
6299
E-clip
(small)
6227
RC10 front
outer
hinge pins
6223
RC10
king pins
6205
RC10
front arms
(Left & Right)
x2
x6
x6
x4
x2
x2
6271
Ballstud
.20 (silver)
6927
4-40 x 3/4
SHCS
6925
4-40 x 1/2
SHCS
6230
RC10 front
shock tower
x2
x2
x2
Build left and
right sides!
6299
E-clip
(small)
x2
6226
RC10 front
inner hinge
pins
#1596
thread lock

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:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 1
:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 2
:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 3
Build 2
Key drive gear pin
into slot on spine
plate!
!
6604
Drive gear
pivot pin
6609
Drive gear
pivot
6610
RC10 idler
gear pivot 6604
Bowed
e-clip
6604
Washer
5mmx 0.17mm
6630
Oilite bushing
3/16x5/16x1/4
6611
RC10
spine
plate
6609
Drive gear
pivot nut
!
!
1
2
Curved side of
bowed E-Clip
should point
outwards!
NOTE: Install washer (1)
before bowed e-clip (2)
!
6604
RC10 internal
retaining clip
6920
4-40 x 3/16
BHCS
6612
RC10 axle
drive gear
x2
Remove any burrs
if necessary with
hobby knife!
!
#1596
thread lock
#1596
thread lock
#1596
thread lock
Snap internal
retaining clip
into groove
with internal
snap ring
pliers!
Racer’s Tip:
Use a small amount of
CA glue on idle pivot hole.
A little in-out
play is normal on
the outdrives
!
!
!

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:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 4
:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 5
:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 6
Build 2
Bushing
x2
Carefully tighten
screws in
x- pattern!
!
6299
E-clip
(small)
6613
0-80 x 3/16
BHCS
6623
RC10 diff
bushing 6605
RC10
bearing
adapter
6634
Spur gear
81T, 48P
6625
Diff drive
rings
6618
RC10 diff
shaft and
pinion 6627
RC10 diff
thrust bearing
6627
RC10 diff
thrust washers
(small & large)
6617
RC10 diff
pinion
6617
RC10 diff
tube w/hub
6630
Oilite bushing
1/4 x 3/8 x 1/8
6630
Oilite
bushing
3/16x5/16x1/8
x4
x2
6613
RC10 idler
gear
x8
6626
1/8 diff
balls
#6588
black grease
Press bushing
in, make sure it is
flush with diff hub!
Use just
enough black
grease to cover
the balls on the
thrust bearing!
Slip the gear onto the tube and tap the
assembly together using the handle
of a hammer or a plastic handle of a
screwdriver. Do not use a vise!
Apply silicone grease
into each hole of the spur
gear before inserting
diff balls.
Insert diff balls opposite
of stamped number on
spur gear. Make sure
they are evenly
covered in lube!
!
!
!
!
#6636
silicone lube
Make sure diff
rings sit flat on hub!
Caution:
Do not get any
grease on the back
side of the diff drive
rings or the diff hub.
!
!

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:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 7
:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 8
:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 9
6624
RC10 diff
outer hub
6629
5-40
locknut
Press nut all the
way inside the
transmission
case.
Racer’s Tip:
Use a dab of CA glue
on the felt seals.
!
!
7260
4-40
plain nut
(small)
6625
Diff drive
rings
6605
RC10
transmission
case
(right)
6607
RC10
motor
plate
6628
RC10 diff
spring
6605
RC10
bearing
adapter
6630
Oilite bushing
3/16 x 5/16 x 1/8
6299
E-clip
(small)
6633
RC10 felt
seal
6633
RC10
felt
x2
x2
6605
RC10
transmission
case
(left)
Lock nut should
be flush with
shaft to start!
!
Make sure diff
rings sit flat on hub!
Cutting a slot in the
bearing adapter
will make e-clip
installation easier!
!
!
1
2
Caution:
Do not get any grease
on the back side of the
diff drive rings or the
outer hub.
!

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:: Transmission Build - Bag C-CC - Step 10 :: Rear Bulkhead Build - Bag D-DD - Step 1
:: Rear Bulkhead Build - Bag D-DD - Step 2
:: Rear Bulkhead Build - Bag D-DD - Step 3
6928
4-40 x 1
SHCS
6924
4-40 x 3/8
SHCS
6295
4-40 nuts
6280
8-32 x 1/2
FHPS
6280
8-32 x 1/2
FHPS
6926
4-40 x 5/8
SHCS
x3
x2
x2
x2
x4
6271
Ballstud
.20 (silver)
6932
4-40 x 5/16
SHCS
6323
RC10 rear
bulkhead
6927
4-40 x 3/4
SHCS
x2
x2
x2
6926
4-40 x 5/8
SHCS
x2
6378
RC10 rear
shock tower
#1596
thread lock
#1596
thread lock

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:: Rear Bulkhead Build - Bag D-DD - Step 4
:: Rear Suspension Build - Bag E-EE - Step 1
:: Rear Suspension Build - Bag E-EE - Step 2
6373
1/4 axle
shims
6630
Oilite bushing
1/4 x 3/8 x 1/8
6936
#4 aluminum
washer
6285
4-40 x 1/4
SHCS
6365
RC10 rear
hub carrier
(Left & Right)
6374
1/4 rear
stub axle
6375
Roll pins
.1 dia x 3/8
6925
4-40 x 1/2
SHCS
6327
RC10 wing
tubes
x3
x3
x2
x2
x4
x2
x4 x2
Build left and
right sides!
Build left and
right sides!
Forward
holes
Build left and
right sides!
Build left and
right sides!
6280
8-32 x 1/2
FHPS
6326
RC10
transmission
brace
6360
RC10 rear
arm mounts
6331
RC10 body
mounts
(white)
6280
8-32 x 1/2
FHPS
6380
RC10
rear inner
hinge pins
6355
RC10
rear arms
6299
E-clip
(small)
holes
6271
Ballstud
.20 (silver)
x2
#1596
thread lock
Press wing
tubes into
bulkhead!
!
!
!
Racer’s Tip:
Use a small amount of CA
glue on wing tube ends before
inserting into bulkhead.
!

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:: Rear Suspension Build - Bag E-EE - Step 3
:: Turnbuckles Build - Bag F - Step 1
:: Turnbuckles Build - Bag F - Step 2
Steering Rack Turnbuckle
0.49” (12.44mm)
!
6372
Dogbone
spring
6256
RC10 tie
rod set
(1”)
6381
RC10 rear
outer
hinge
pins Build left and
right sides!
x2
x2
6299
E-clip
(small)
6279
Ball cups
(white)
6372
Dogbone
spacer
6370
Dogbone
1
2
x2
6279
Ball cups
(white)
6256
RC10 tie
rod set
(1.25”)
Rear Camber Turnbuckle
0.56” (14.20mm)
Use a pair of pliers or
wire cutters to carefully
hold the turnbuckle while
threading on ball cups.
Use a pair of pliers or
wire cutters to carefully
hold the turnbuckle while
threading on ball cups.
!
!
Build left and
right sides!

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:: Turnbuckles Build - Bag F - Step 3
:: Turnbuckles Build - Bag F - Step 4
:: Shocks Build - Bag G-GG - Step 1
Piston
2
Remove
spurs
Piston number here
Use #2 = front shocks
Use #2 = rear shocks
x2
6279
Ball cups
(white)
6256
RC10 tie
rod set
(1.65”)
Steering Turnbuckle
1.09” (27.70mm)
6299
E-clip
(small)
6461
Shock shaft,
front (0.56)
6458
Shock shaft,
rear (1.32)
6465
Shock
pistons
(1, 2, 3)
6299
E-clip
(small)
TIP: Use marker
to mark the piston
numbers for easy
identification!
!
Front Camber Turnbuckle
0.53” (13.5mm)
6256
RC10 tie
rod set
(1.25”)
Build left and
right sides!
Build left and
right sides!
Build two front
and two rear
shock shafts!
x2
6279
Ball cups
(white)
Use a pair of pliers or
wire cutters to carefully
hold the turnbuckle while
threading on ball cups.
Use a pair of pliers or
wire cutters to carefully
hold the turnbuckle while
threading on ball cups.
!
!

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:: Shocks Build - Bag G-GG - Step 2
:: Shocks Build - Bag G-GG - Step 3
Front
Shock
Front
Shock
Rear
Shock
Rear
Shock
Rear
Shock
Shock
6440
Off-road shock
rebuild kit
6429
Shock
assembly
tool
x2
x2
5407
Red o-ring
6449
Shock body,
front (0.56)
6446
Shock body,
rear (1.32)
6468
Shock pivot
ball
6468
Shock rod
end
6466
Shock
downstops
x2
:: Shocks Build - Bag G-GG - Step 4
* Shock Bleeding Steps:
1. Pull shock shaft down.
2. Fill shock body 3/4 full with silicone fluid.
3. Slowly move the shock shaft up and
down to remove air from under piston.
4. Wait for bubbles to come to surface.
5. Fill shock body to top with silicone fluid.
6. Place several drops of oil in the cap and
on cap threads.
7. Install cap and tighten completely.
8. Slowly compress shaft all the way to
the top. If there is pressure at the top
of the stroke, there is too much oil.
You must bleed it out.
9. Slowly pull shaft down.
10. Unscrew the cap 3/4 turn and tilt the
shock at a slight angle.
11. Slowly compress the shaft to push out
excess oil and air. You should see
bubbles coming out from under the cap.
12. With the shaft compressed, tighten the
cap and re-check for pressure at the top
of the stroke. If there is still pressure,
repeat steps 9 thru11.
Step 7Step 1-3
Shock fluid
30wt #5422
Step 5-6
Shock fluid
30wt #5422
Step 3-4
6450
RC10
shock cap
6469
Shock cap
o-ring
Place on table
and push down
hard until clamp
snaps into place
!
Remove
spurs SNAP!
SNAP!
Shock fluid
30wt #5422
Shock fluid
30wt #5422
Build x2 front and x2 rear shocks

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:: Shocks Build - Bag G-GG - Step 6
6224
Lower
shock pin
6936
#4 aluminum
washer
6451
RC10 shock
bushing
6242
4-40
locknut Build left and
right sides!
:: Shocks Build - Bag G-GG - Step 7
6451
RC10 shock
bushing
6927
4-40 x 3/4
SHCS
6242
4-40
locknut
Build left and
right sides!
:: Shocks Build - Bag G-GG - Step 5
6924
4-40 x 3/8
SHCS
6451
RC10 shock
collar
6496
Front shock
spring, silver
(3.85lb)
6478
Rear shock
spring, silver
(2.10lb)
6451
RC10
spring cup
4436
4-40 x 5/16
set screw
Make sure the set
screw engages the
groove on the shock pin!
!
Build x2 front and x2 rear shocks
Front:
6.5mm
Rear:
0mm
6936
#4 aluminum
washer

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:: Chassis Build - Bag H - Step 1
Build left and
right sides!
#1596
thread lock
6917
4-40 x 3/8
BHCS 6337
RC10
antenna
mount
6288
4-40 x 1/4
BHCS
6320
RC10 nose
brace tubes
6292
4-40 x 3/8
FHCS
6338
Antenna tube
and cap
:: Electronics Build - Bag I - Step 1
6916
4-40 x 1/2
SHCS w/hole
6333
RC10 battery
cup and strap
6936
#4 aluminum
washer
x2
:: Electronics Build - Bag I - Step 2
Servo not
included!
Servo
horn and
screw not
included!
6924
4-40 x 3/8
SHCS
89007
Servo horn
(recommended)
6936
#4 aluminum
washer
6337
RC10
servo
mounts
x4
x4
x2
Align Z-bend wires so
that the set screw
tightens down on
both wires at once!
!
1
2
6255
Z bend
servo wire
6255
1/8 set
collar
x2
x2
6951
4-40 x 1/8
set screw
x2
#1596
thread lock
Wires may need to be
bent slightly to clear
some servos, depending
on configuration!
!

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:: Electronics Build - Bag I - Step 5
31531
3 x 6mm
BHCS
6608
Gear cover
and plug
x2
Motor not
included!
Pinion not
included!
6920
4-40 x 3/16
BHCS
x2
:: Electronics Build - Bag I - Step 4
ESC not
included!
Receiver not
included!
6727
Servo tape
x2
Install Z bend servo wire
into steering bellcrank
as shown. Ensure that
full steering throw can
be achieved with your
servo horn setup!
Space collars as
wide as possible
while still clamping
both wires.
!
!
:: Electronics Build - Bag I - Step 3
6922
4-40 x 1/2
FHCS
6936
#4 aluminum
washer
x2
x2
See page 20
to set gear
mesh properly!
!
Follow steps below to properly install Z
bend wire into servo horn and steering link.
NOTE: Hole choice may vary depending on
servo and servo horn used.
1) Press down on the
Z bend wire....
2) Rotate the wire so the Z bend wire is
fully installed into steering link as shown.
TIP: Chamfering the top
of the hole slightly will help
to press in Z bend wire.
!

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:: Electronics Build - Bag I - Step 6
Battery not
included!
6332
Body clip
:: Wheels / Tires and Body - Bag J - Step 2
!
!
6952
8-32 steel
locknut
6242
4-40
locknut
6192
RC10 wheel
knock off
(for display only)
6192
RC10 wheel
knock off
(for display only)
6630
Oilite bushing
3/16x5/16x1/8
x2
x2
x2
x2
x2
Build left and
right sides!
Build left and
right sides!
:: Wheels / Tires and Body - Bag J - Step 1
Build 2 Build 2
Use optional
wheel insert for
aftermarket
vintage tires!
TIP: For faster motors, it is recommended
to glue the tire bead to the wheels!
Do not
overtighten
wheel screws!
Do not
overtighten
wheel screws!
!
!
!
6932
4-40 x 5/16
SHCS
6800
RC10 rear
wheel
6850
RC10 front
wheel
6932
4-40 x 5/16
SHCS
6865
RC10 edge
front tire 6850
RC10 front
wheel
6800
RC10 rear
wheel
6815
RC10
champion
rear tire
x3
x3
!

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:: Wheels / Tires and Body - Bag J - Step 3
:: Wheels / Tires and Body - Bag J - Step 4
:: Wheels / Tires and Body - Bag J - Step 5
Painting Tips:
Driver :
Your RC10 Classic comes with a clear
polycarbonate driver figure. You will need to prep
the driver figure before you can paint it. Wash
the inside and outside thoroughly with warm
water and liquid detergent. Dry the driver figure
using a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. The driver
figure can be painted from the inside or the
outside, depending on what type of finish you
would like. If painted from the inside, the painted
sections will appear glossy. If painted on the
outside, the painted sections will appear flat or
matte finished. Trim as shown and install inside
the body using strapping tape. After painting,
cut the body and wing along the trim lines.
NOTE: use ONLY paint that is recommended for
use with (polycarbonate) plastics. If you don’t, you
can destroy the plastic body, driver figure, and
wing!!!!.
Painting Tips:
Body and Wing:
Your RC10 Classic comes with a clear polycarbonate
body and wing. You will need to prep the body and wing
before you can paint them. Wash the inside thoroughly
with warm water and liquid detergent. Dry the body and
wing using a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. Use high quality
masking tape to make masks for the windows and install
them on the inside of the body. (RC cars get painted from
the inside). Using high quality masking tape, apply tape
to the inside of the body to create a design. Spray (either
rattle can or airbrush R/C specific paint) the paint to the
inside of the body (prefferably dark colors first, lighter
colors last).
NOTE: use ONLY paint that is recommended for use with
(polycarbonate) plastics. If you do not, you can
destroy the plastic body and wing!!!!).
After painting, cut the body and wing along the trim lines.
Make sure to drill or use a body reamer to make the
holes for the body mounts, wing mounts, and antenna!
Light Buckets:
Press the light bucket halves together. You can use CA glue if you would like.
You can paint or dye the light buckets to any desired color.
Install light buckets with #9898 SHCS in areas shown.
6192
Light
buckets
9898
2-56 x 3/16
SHCS
6160
Protech
Buggy
body,
unpainted
6180
RC10
driver
figure,
clear
x4
Mount the light buckets in any
location of your choosing, or not at all.
!

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:: Wheels / Tires and Body - Bag J - Step 6
:: Wheels / Tires and Body - Bag J - Step 7
:: Wheels / Tires and Body - Bag J - Step 8
6187
Wing,
clear
6332
Body
clip
6332
Body
clip
x2
6192
Wing
mounts
6191
Wing mount
wire
TIP: Bending the
wire as shown can
help ensure the wing
buttons are parallel.
TIP: Bend wire to
create tight fit inside
wing tubes.
! !

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:: Tuning Tips
Tips for Beginners:
Before making any changes to the standard setup, make sure you can get around the track without crashing.
Changes to your vehicle will not be beneficial if you can’t stay on the track. Your goal is consistent laps. Once you can get
around the track consistently, start tuning your vehicle. Make only ONE adjustment at a time, testing it before mak-
ing another change. If the result of your adjustment is a faster lap, mark the change on the included setup sheet (make
adddtional copies of the sheet before writing on it). If your adjustment results in a slower lap, revert back to the previous
setup and try another change. When you are satisfied with your vehicle, fill in the setup sheet thoroughly and file it away.
Use this as a guide for future track days or conditions.
Peridicaly check all moving suspension parts. Suspension components must be kept clean and move freely without
binding to prevent poor and/or inconsistent handling.
Wheelbase Adjustment:
The wheel base on the RC10 Classic can be adjusted by moving the rear arm mounts forward or backwards. The kit
setting has the arm mount back which provides the most stability over bumps and rhythm sections.
Going to the shorter wheelbase option will improve rear traction.
Motor Gearing:
Proper motor gearing will result in maximum performance and run time while reducing the chance of overheating and
premature motor failure. The gear ratio chart lists recommended starting gear ratios for the most widely used motor
types. Gear ratios will vary depending upon motor brand, wind, and electronic speed control. Consult your motor and
electronic speed control manufacturers for more information. Team Associated is not responsible for motor damage
due to improper gearing. * These gearings are for use with advanced timing speed control settings!
Set The Gear Mesh:
You should be able to rock the spur gear back and forth in the teeth of the pinion gear without making the pinion gear
move. If the spur gear mesh is tight, then loosen the #31531 screws and move the motor away, then try again.
A gear mesh that is too tight or too loose will reduce power and damage the gear teeth.
VariLok Diff Adjustment Tips:
Be sure to only use Associated diff lube #6636, and apply a small
amount on both sides of the diff balls. Do not use this diff grease
anywhere else on the vehicle! It is not intended as a lubricant (Use only
Associated diff lube as it has special additives to ensure the balls roll
instead of slide).
The RC10 Classic is not equipped with a slipper clutch like most current
R/C vehicles are. Therefore, particular care and attention is necessary
when setting the VariLok differential. Set the differential by starting with
the 5-40 nut flush with the end of the diff shaft. Next, turn on the car
and hold the tires (as seen below) with transmitter in hand. Quickly give
the car a 75-100% burst of throttle. Note, if the spur gear spins and
the car does not move forward then the diff is too loose. Adjust the diff
nut in 1/8 turn increments until the spur gear doesn’t slip. At this point,
the diff is set as free as possible without slipping. Tightening the diff nut
even further will increase the amount of power that is transferred to the
tire that has the most load and will not ‘diff out’ as easily. Locking down
the diff nut is not recommended because the only slipping that can occur
will be between the drive rings and hubs. This can create a tremendous
amount of heat.
27T Stock Brushed
19T Super Stock Brushed
17.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless *
17.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
13.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless *
13.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
10.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
9.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
8.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
Due to the original design of the RC10, motors exceeding the power of a 8.5T
motor are NOT recommended, to prevent damage to the drivetrain!
18
18
19
27
18
26
19
18
18
81
81
81
81
81
81
81
81
81
8.23:1
8.23:1
7.80:1
5.49:1
8.23:1
5.70:1
7.80:1
8.23:1
8.23:1
FDRSpurPinionMotor
RC10 Classic Gear Ratio Chart (Internal Gear Ratio 1.83:1)