Associated Electrics RC10B6D Team Kit User manual

#90012 RC10B6D Team Kit

2
:: Introduction
:: 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]
• Cyanoacrylate glue (#1597)
• Thread locking compound (#1596)
• Tires and Inserts, Fronts and Rears
• Wheels w/12mm Hex
Front Wheels#9690, #9691, #91572, #91573
Rear Wheels #9695, #9696, #91570, #91571
Tools included:
• Allen wrenches 1.5mm, 2.0mm
• #1113 12mm Shock Tool
• Multi-wrench
:: RC10B6D KIT Features
Thank you for purchasing this Team Associated product. This assembly manual contains instructions and tips for building and
maintaining your new vehicle. Please take a moment to read through the manual and familiarize yourself with the steps.
We are continually changing and improving our designs; therefore, actual parts may appear slightly different than 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.
• 3-gear stand up Stealth™ transmission with lightweight aluminum top shaft
• Ball differential with 14 carbide balls for smooth operation and maximum traction
• Carbon fiber shock towers and flat front arms with three shock mounting positions
• Reverse bell-crank steering rack design allows more room for electronics
• Hard anodized aluminum pocketed chassis with optional weights available for optimal weight bias
• V2 12mm “Big Bore” threaded aluminum shocks with 3mm TiN coated shafts and low friction x-rings for improved smoothness
• One-piece steering blocks with bolt on Ackermann plates
• Adjustable battery hold-down strap allows weight bias tuning
• Lightweight and durable aluminum C plate and aluminum ball stud mount
• Repositioned A plate provides maximum front end clearance
• Centralized motor positioning for optimum side-to-side balance
• Updated ball cups and turnbuckles for precise adjustments and durability
• Factory Team Aluminum Shock Bushings provide stable shock mounts
• Team Associated clear body and screw-mounted wing by JConcepts
• Factory Team upgraded ball bearings
Your new B6 Team Kit comes unassembled
and requires the following items for completion
(refer to catalog section for suggestions):
• R/C two channel surface frequency radio system
• AA-size batteries for transmitter (#302 alkaline)
• Electronic Speed Control, ESC (#27002)
• Steering servo (#27106, #27107) • R/C electric motor
• Pinion gear (48P), size determined by type/wind of motor
• Battery charger (a peak detection charger, or LiPo compatible charger)
• 2 cell LiPo battery pack (#310, 317, 737, 738)
• Polycarbonate specific spray paint
• Silicone Shock Fluid (Refer to catalog for complete listings)
• Body Scissors (AE Part # 1737) • Reamer / Hole Punch • Shock Pliers (#1675) • Wire Cutters
• FT Hex/Nut Wrenches (AE Part # 1519)• Needle Nose Pliers • Multi Tool (AE Part #7494) • Hobby Knife
• Soldering Iron • Calipers or a Precision Ruler • Green Slime shock lube (AE Part # 1105)

3
:: Hardware - 1:1 Scale View
Notes:
5/64 Diff Thrust Balls (6574)
3/32 Carbide Diff Balls (6581)
3/32 Ceramic Diff Balls (6584)
Diff Balls
3x8mm (25201)
Aluminum (8553)
Titanium (91592)
3x10mm (25202)
Aluminum (8555)
Titanium (91593)
3x12mm (25203)
Aluminum (8556)
Titanium (91594)
3x14mm (89208)
Aluminum (8567)
Titanium (91595)
3x16mm (25204)
Titanium (91596)
3x18mm (89209)
Titanium (91597)
Flat Head (fhcs)
M3 Nut (91477)
M3 Alum. Locknut, Blue (31550)
M3 Locknut, Black (25215
M3 Locknut w/Flange (25612)
FT 3mm Locknuts, Blue(25392)
M4 Locknut w/Flange (91148)
FT M4 Locknut, Blue (31551)
M4 Locknut, Serrated (91738)
Nuts (lock/plain)
2x4mm (31510)
Aluminum (8545)
2.5x6mm (31520)
2.5x8mm (31521)
3x4mm (91158)
3x5mm (31530)
3x6mm (31531)
Aluminum (8550)
Titanium (91580)
3x8mm (31532)
Aluminum (8552)
Titanium (91581)
3x10mm (25211)
Aluminum (8554)
Titanium (91582)
3x12mm (89202)
Titanium (91583)
3x14mm (25187)
Titanium (91584)
3x16mm (89203)
Titanium (91585)
3x18mm (2308)
3x20mm (25188)
Titanium (91587)
3x22mm (25189)
Titanium (91588)
3x24mm (89204)
Titanium (91589)
3x30mm (91478)
Button Head (bhcs) Ball Bearings
3x7x3mm (91475)
5x8x2.5mm (31400)
5x10x4mm (91560)
6x13x5 (91562)
10x15x4 (91563)
3x3mm (25225)
3x10mm (4671)
Set Screws
Cap Head (shcs)
1.6 x 5mm (91611)
Servo Mount Washer (7337)
(.250 x .125 x .815)
FT Ballstud Washer, Aluminum
(1mm and 2mm, 4 each) (31286)
3x8mm Washer (89218)
Shims and Washers
Ballstuds
Silver 5mm long (31283)
Ti Nitride 5mm long (31291)
Silver 8mm long (31284)
Ti Nitride 8mm long (31292)
HD 6mm (91047)
Ti Nitride HD 6mm (91118)
HD 8mm (91048)
Ti Nitride HD 8mm (91119)
HD 10mm (91049)
Ti Nitride HD 10mm (91120)

4
:: Table of Contents
:: Notes
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1................... Cover
2................... Introduction
3...................1:1 Hardware “Fold Out”
4................... Table of Contents
5....................Bag 1
5 - 7..............Bags 2 - 4
7 - 8..............Bags 5 - 8
8 - 9..............Bags 9 - 10
9 - 11............Bags 11 - 14
12.................Bags 15 - 16
13.................Bag 17
14.................Bags 18 - 19
14 - 16........Bags 20 - 22
16.................Bag 23
17 - 19.........Bags 24 - 26
19 - 21....... Tuning Tips
22 - 30.......Catalog
31................ Notes / Contact Info
32................Setup Sheet “Kit Setup”
33................Setup Sheet “Blank”
34................Back Cover
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]
!
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.

:: Bag 1 - Step 2
:: Bag 2-4 - Step 1
5
:: Bag 1 - Step 1
8/16
91667
Steering
Bellcrank
Brace
x2
25188
M3 x 20mm
BHCS
Do not overtighten steering bolts. Make sure
there is free movement in the steering rack.
91475
3 x 7 x 3
Ball Bearing
91475
3 x 7 x 3
Ball Bearing
91667
Steering
Rack
91667
Steering
Bellcrank
(Right)
Front
91667
Steering
Bellcrank
(Left)
x4
x4
x2
x2
x2
x2
x2
91048
Heavy-duty
Ballstud,
8mm
91049
Heavy-duty
Ballstud,
10mm
31286
FT Ballstud
Washer,
Aluminum
(2mm)
31286
FT Ballstud
Washer,
Aluminum
(1mm) 91655
Front
Ball Stud
Mount
31286
FT Ballstud
Washer,
Aluminum
(1mm)
!
x2
x2
89202
M3 x 12mm
BHCS
25204
M3 x 16mm
FHCS
31283
5mm Ball
Stud, Long
Note orientation
of steering rack.
!
91656
Bulkhead
91650
Chassis,
B6
There are two bulkhead settings
(25 °, 30 °). 25 °is the standard used.
The arrow should point
forward for the desired setting.
!
25
30
>
>
The steering
bellcrank brace
has offsets on one
side. They should be
installed towards
the bearings.
!

6
:: Bag 2-4 - Step 2
:: Bag 2-4 - Step 4
91654
Top Plate,
B6
A - Airtronics
F - Futaba
H - Hitec
J - JR
Printed here
Align the servo
horn 90 degrees
!
!
25211
M3 x 10mm
BHCS
89202
M3 x 12mm
BHCS
x2 x2
Bag 2-4
Step 2
Step 2
x4 x6
25202
M3 x 10mm
FHCS
91652
Side Rails
(L & R)
25201
M3 x 8mm
FHCS
:: Bag 2-4 - Step 3
89009
Servo Horn
Ring
31284
8mm Ball
Stud, Long
9180
Servo
Horn
Servo not
included!
Servo screw
not included!
31286
FT Ballstud
Washer,
aluminum
(2mm)
7337
Gold
Washer
91719
Servo
Mount
91719
Servo
Spacers
31532
M3 x 8mm
BHCS
x4
x2
x2
x4
4671
M3x10mm
Set Screw
91724
Steering
Link, B6
31286
FT Ballstud
Washer, aluminum
(1mm)
Tighten the
steering link ball
cups all the way
until snug.
!

7
:: Bag 5-8 - Step 1
:: Bag 2-4 - Step 6
31286
FT Ballstud
Washer,
aluminum
(2mm)
Build 2 (1 left, 1 right)
x2
31531
M3 x 6mm
BHCS
25215
M3 Locknut,
black
91560
5 x 10 x 4
Bearing
91682
Front Axle
91679
Steering
Block Arm
91677
Steering
Block
#1596
thread lock
91048
Heavy-duty
Ballstud,
8mm
25204
M3 x 16mm
FHCS
91685
Front
Bumper
91670
Hinge Pin
(front, Inner) 25225
M3 x 3mm
Set Screw
x2
x2
x2
:: Bag 2-4 - Step 5
31510
M2 x 4mm
BHCS
89202
M3 x 12mm
BHCS
91671
Front Arms,
Flat, B6
91656
Front Hinge
Pin Brace,
B6
x2
x2
x2
The front hinge pin
brace has a sharp
edged side, and a
rounded edge side.
Mount the sharp
edge side towards
the bulkhead.
!

:: Bag 9-10 - Step 1
:: Bag 5-8 - Step 3
8
25201
M3 x 8mm
FHCS
91686
Aluminum
Arm Mount,
C
92014
Arm Mount
Inserts
(Center)
x2
x2
Build 2 (1 left, 1 right)
x2
25187
M3 x 14mm
BHCS 91676
Caster Hat
Bushing
Top: 3mm
Bottom: 0mm
x2
Build 2 (1 left, 1 right)
31510
M2 x 4mm
BHCS
91675
Caster Block
Spacer
91670
Hinge Pin
(front, Outer)
x2
:: Bag 5-8 - Step 2
Build 2 (1 left, 1 right)
91049
Heavy-duty
Ballstud,
10mm
25215
M3 Locknut,
black
91675
Caster
Block Insert
(+5°)
There are three caster
block inserts included
(0°, +/- 2.5 °, +/- 5 °).
+5 ° is the standard
insert used.
Tab up =positive caster
Tab down =negative caster
The Arm Mount Insert chart
shows the different
adjustments possible.
3°Toe / 1°Anti-Squat is the
kit setup.
NOTE the orientation of the
inserts when installing them
into Arm Mount C!
If the inserts are not matched
correctly from left to right,
suspension binding can occur.
!
!
91675
Caster
Block
You can install an
optional #31520 screw
to use as a steering
stop setting.
You can install an
optional #4670 set
screw to better hold
the caster block inserts
and hinge pin.
31532
M3 x 8mm
BHCS
x2
Anti-SquatToe-In
Arm Mount Inserts
1° 1°0.5° 0.5°0°
3° 1°
3° 2°
3° 1.5°
3.5° 1.5°
2.5° 1.5°
3° 0.5°
3.5° 0.5°
2.5° 0.5°
3° 0°
4° 2°
4° 1°
4° 0°
2° 2°
2° 1°
2° 0°
3.5° 1°
2.5° 1°
Total
Caster
25°25°30°20°2 7. 5 °22.5°
0 2.5 up 5 up2.5 down 5 down
30°30°35°25°32.5°2 7. 5 °
Bulkhead
Orientation
Caster Block Insert

:: Bag 11-14 - Step 2
:: Bag 11-14 - Step 1
9
#6588
black grease
6573
Diff thrust
washer
6574
5/64 diff
thrust
balls
6573
Diff thrust
bolt
x2
x6
31400
5 x 8 x 2.5mm,
Bearing
x2
6581
3/32 carbide
diff balls
91419
Diff Gear,
52T
91701
Ball Diff
Outdrive
91701
Ball Diff
Outdrive
7666
Diff Drive
Ring
7666
Diff Drive
Ring
x14
#6591
diff lube
#6591
diff lube
#6591
diff lube
:: Bag 9-10 - Step 2
91685
Rear
Bumper
91692
Rear
Gearbox
Brace
25204
M3 x 16mm
FHCS
x2
91695
Rear
Arms
91692
Arm Mount,
D
x2
91670
Hinge Pin
(rear, Inner)

10
:: Bag 11-14 - Step 5
:: Bag 11-14 - Step 4
91709
Chassis
Brace
91709
Pivot
Ball
Install the Diff with
the head of the
Diff Thrust Bolt
(#6573) facing the
side with the spur
gear.
!
25187
M3 x 14mm
BHCS
x4
91560
5 x 10 x 4,
Bearing
91563
10 x 15 x 4,
Bearing 91706
Stand-up
Gearbox
(right & left)
x2
x2
Add a drop of Diff
Lube (#6591) to
the teeth of the diff
gear, idler gear, and
top shaft.
!
#6591
diff lube
91560
5 x 10 x 4,
Bearing
91710
Top Shaft
91717
Idler Gear
91132
4x4 FT Idler
Gear Shaft,
Aluminum
x2
:: Bag 11-14 - Step 3
As you tighten the diff bolt, you will notice the T-nut ears moving
closer to the bottom of the outdrive slot. This compresses the
spring behind the T-nut. The spring should be completely
compressed at the time the T-nut reaches the end of the slot.
Caution! Pay close attention to the feeling when the spring is
completely compressed. Do not overtighten the bolt. When you
feel the spring completely compressed, loosen the diff bolt 1/8”
of a turn. Your diff should now operate smoothly but with
resistance as the outdrives move in opposite directions.
After you have driven the car once, re-check the diff setting.
After you have driven the car once, re-check the diff setting.
6575
Diff
cover
6575
Locking
t-nut
6582
Diff
thrust
spring
Compress
spring first.
!

11
:: Bag 11-14 - Step 8
:: Bag 11-14 - Step 7
Set nut
flush with
top shaft.
See page 20 for gear
mesh, and slipper clutch
setting instructions!
!
!
Set nut
flush with
top shaft.
!
There’s also a 72T
48P spur gear
(#9649)
included for stock
motor use!
!
:: Bag 11-14 - Step 6
25202
M3 x 10mm
FHCS
x3
91713
Stand-up
Motor Plate
91048
Heavy-duty
Ballstud, 8mm
x2
x2
31286
FT Ballstud
Washer,
Aluminum
1 & 2mm)
91693
Rear Ball
Stud Mount
x2
x2
7485
FT V2
Slipper Hub
9603
Slipper
Pad
9652
78T 48P
Spur Gear
9739
Slipper
Spring
91148
M4 Locknut,
with flange
and knurl
91423
Slipper
Spring
Adapter
25187
M3 x 14mm
BHCS
x2
25203
M3 x 12mm
FHCS
25202
M3 x 10mm
FHCS
x2 x4

12
:: Bag 15-16 - Step 3
:: Bag 15-16 - Step 2
Do not overtighten the
1.6 x 5mm SHCS into the
Clamping wheel hex.
!
:: Bag 15-16 - Step 1
Build x2 (right and left side)
Build x2 (right and left side)
Build x2 (right and left side)
Build x2 (right and left side)
Build x2 (right and left side)
91436
CVA Wheel
Hex Pin
91611
M1.6 x 5mm
SHCS
91610
Clamping
Wheel Hex,
7mm Offset
(rear)
91438
CVA
Pin
#6588
black grease
91438
CVA
Coupler
91439
CVA Bone
71019
HD CVA
Axle
91697
Rear Hub
Spacer
91670
Hinge Pin
(rear, outer)
31510
M2 x 4mm
BHCS
x2
Rear Hub Link Setting:
#1596
thread lock
91697
Rear Hub
Insert (0)
25215
M3 Locknut,
black
91698
Rear Hub
Link Nut
91563
10 x 15 x 4
Bearing
91697
Rear Hub
Link Insert
91562
6 x 13 x 5
Bearing
91697
Rear Hub
91049
Heavy-duty
Ballstud,
10mm
89218
3 x 8mm
Washer
Up A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
E
E
Down
Insert 0/3 up
0 (low) + 3mm + 1mm + 2mm
1/2 up0/3 down 1/2 down
Recommended
Ballstud location
Axle Height

13
:: Bag 17 - Step 3
:: Bag 17 - Step 2
:: Bag 17 - Step 1
91722
Ball Cup
91722
Ball Cup
91722
Ball Cup
91722
Ball Cup
91722
Ball Cup
91722
Ball Cup
91723
Turnbuckle
3x48mm
91723
Turnbuckle
3x48mm
91723
Turnbuckle
3x48mm
28.75mm
Steering Turnbuckle
Build x2 (right and left side)
Racers Tip:
Use black grease
(#6588) on the
threads of the
turnbuckles for
easier ball cup
installation!
Racers Tip:
Use black grease
(#6588) on the
threads of the
turnbuckles for
easier ball cup
installation!
Racers Tip:
Use black grease
(#6588) on the
threads of the
turnbuckles for
easier ball cup
installation!
Orient the notch
to the left throughout the
car. It indicates which end
has the left hand threads!
!
Orient the notch
to the left throughout the
car. It indicates which end
has the left hand threads!
!
Orient the notch
to the left throughout the
car. It indicates which end
has the left hand threads!
!
Build x2 (right and left side)
Rear Camber Turnbuckle
Build x2 (right and left side)
Front Camber Turnbuckle
23.00mm
22.75mm

14
:: Bag 20-22 - Step 1
:: Bag 18-19 - Step 2
4187
Nylon Spacer,
(.030)
Front:
2 spacers
Rear:
0 spacers
:: Bag 18-19 - Step 1
91634
12mm V2
Shock Piston
(1.6 front)
(1.7 rear)
91615
V2 3 x 21
Shock Shaft
TiN (front)
31510
M2 x 4mm
BHCS
89278
2.5mm
Washer
91619
V2 3 x 27.5
Shock Shaft
TiN (rear)
Racers Tip:
Use a marker over the
numbers on the pistons to
make them easily visible!
89204
M3 x 24mm
BHCS
89202
M3 x 12mm
BHCS
x2
x4
x2
91718
Rear Wing
Mount
25188
M3 x 20mm
BHCS
89202
M3 x 12mm
BHCS
25203
M3 x 12mm
FHCS
91533
Shock
Bushing,
Short
91720
Shock
Bushing,
Long
91661
Front Shock
Tower, Flat
91665
Rear Shock
Tower
x2
x4
x4
x2
x2
Mount the shock
pistons with the
number facing up!
!

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:: Bag 20-22 - Step 4
:: Bag 20-22 - Step 3
91304
12mm
threaded
collar
91304
12mm
threaded
collar
o-ring
x4
x4
91310
12mm shock
spring cup
(5mm offset)
91328
12mm front
spring, White
(3.30lb)
91336
12mm rear
spring, Green
(2.00lb)
Front:
4.00mm
Rear:
2.00mm
Build x2 front and x2 rear shocks
Racers Tip:
Use your finger to rub
shock oil on the o-ring for
smoother adjustment!
#91310 12mm Shock Spring Cups
0mm 5mm 9mm
Front Shock: 30 wt
Rear Shock: 30 wt
Shock fluid
#5422
Steps 9-10Step 8Steps 6-7Steps 4-5Steps 2-3
Shock Bleeding Steps:
1. Before assembly, get each bleed
screw and thread it 1-2 turns into
the shock cap, then remove the
screw. This will make it easier when
you are bleeding your shocks.
2. Pull shock shaft down.
3. Fill shock body 3/4 full with silicone
shock fluid.
4. Slowly move the shock shaft up and
down to remove air from under the
piston.
5. Wait for bubbles to come to sur-
face.
6. Fill shock body to top with silicone
shock fluid.
7. Place a drop of oil in the cap and on
cap threads.
8. Install cap (without bleed screw)
and tighten completely.
9. Slowly compress shaft all the way
to bleed excess silicone shock fluid
out the hole in the cap (use rag
around shock to catch excess fluid).
10. Install M2x4mm button head
screw until snug while shaft is fully
compressed.
Stroke
Front: 20mm
Rear: 27.5mm
Stroke
Stroke
Shock fluid
#5422
:: Bag 20-22 - Step 2
91480
12x23mm V2
Shock Bodies
(front)
91481
12x27.5mm
V2 Shock
Bodies (rear)
91495
V2 Shock
Hat Bushing
91495
V2 Shock
Spacer
91493
X-Ring
31327
VCS3 Shock
Bottom Cap
31327
VCS3 Shock
Bottom Cap
O-Ring
91491
12mm
Shock Cap
O-Ring
x2
x2
#1105
green slime
Lightly rub shock oil
on the o-ring before
installation!
There is a short and
long shock eyelet.
Front shocks use
the long eyelet, rear
shocks use the long
eyelet.
Racers Tip:
Coating the o-rings
with green slime
(#1105) helps seal
& reduce o-ring
swell! Green slime
not included in kit!
!!
#1105
green slime
the long eyelet, rear
shocks use the long
91721
Shock Eyelet
Front Shocks - Long
Rear Shocks - Long
91721
Shock
Pivot Ball
Short / Long
91492
M2 x 4mm
BHCS
91449
12mm
Shock Cap

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:: Bag 23 - Step 2
:: Bag 23 - Step 1
See page 20 for
gear mesh setting
instructions!
!
See page 20 for
gear mesh setting
instructions!
Motor not included!
31532
M3 x 8mm
BHCS
x2
x2
89218
M3 x 8mm
Washer
91089
Belt Cover
Cap
Pinion / Setscrew
not included!
:: Bag 20-22 - Step 5
Use outside
hole in
front arm!
!
Use inside
hole in
rear arm!
!
25612
M3 Locknut
w/Flange
25612
M3 Locknut
w/Flange
25187
M3 x 14mm
BHCS
91447
Shock
Bushing
91447
Shock
Bushing
25188
M3 x 20mm
BHCS
Build x2 (right and left side)
91712
B6 Gear
Cover,
3 Gear
31531
M3 x 6mm
BHCS
x2

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:: Bag 24-26 - Step 3
:: Bag 24-26 - Step 2
91734
Battery
Foam, B6
Battery
not included!
:: Bag 24-26 - Step 1
ESC not
included!
6727
Servo
Tape 6727
Servo
Tape
There are two options
for mounting your
antenna.
!
Receiver not
included!
25225
M3 x 3mm
Set Screw
6338
Antenna
Tube & Cap
91730
Battery Strap
Shoulder
Screw
x2
Make sure the
battery strap
shoulder screw is
flush with the top of
your battery pack!
!
RF
1
2
3
4
5
Front

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:: Bag 24-26 - Step 6
:: Bag 24-26 - Step 5
Wheels / Tires and
Inserts are
not included!
Wheels / Tires and
Inserts are
not included!
#1597
CA glue
#1597
CA glue
Carefully apply CA glue
(tire adhesive) to the tire
bead on the side. Do one
side at a time, allowing it
to dry before gluing the
other side!
CA glue not included!
!
Build x2 Build x2
91729
Thumb
Screw, B6
91718
Wing
Button
91741
Wing,
B6
91718
Wing
Mount
25203
M3 x 12mm
FHCS
x2
x2
x2
:: Bag 24-26 - Step 4
25211
M3 x 10mm
BHCS
89218
3 x 8mm
Washer x2
x2
x2
91731
Battery
Strap, B6 91731
Battery
Strap Nut,
B6
Body Trimming / Mounting:
There are 3 body trimming options depending on what transmission and
shock position you choose to run.
Cut Line A: Laydown Transmission / Rear Shocks mounted in rear of arm.
Cut Line B: Laydown Transmission / Rear Shocks mounted in front of arm.
Cut Line C: 3 Gear Stand Up Transmission.
Wing Mount
Wing Mount
0° - Mount
under wing
3° - Mount on
top of wing
6° - Mount
under wing
Cut Line A
Cut Line B
Cut Line C

:: Bag 24-26 - Step 7
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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 making 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. Periodically check all moving suspension parts. Suspension components must be kept clean
and move freely without binding to prevent poor and/or inconsistent handling.
Build 2 (1 left, 1 right) Build 2 (1 left, 1 right)
91738
M4 Serrated
Nut, with
Flange
91738
M4 Serrated
Nut, with
Flange
:: Painting Tips
Your B6 Team Kit comes with a clear polycarbonate body. You will need to prep the body before you can paint it.
Wash the INSIDE thoroughly with warm water and liquid detergent (do not use any detergents with scents or added
hand lotion ingredients!). Dry the body using a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. Use the supplied window masks to cover the
windows from the INSIDE of the body (RC cars get painted on the inside). Using high quality masking tape, apply tape
to the inside of the body to create a design. Spray (use either rattle can or airbrush) the paint on the inside of the body
(preferably dark colors first, lighter colors last).
NOTE: ONLY use paint that is recommended for use with (polycarbonate) plastics. If you do not, you can destroy the
plastic body!
After the paint has completely dried (usually after 24 hours), cut the body along the trim lines. Make sure to drill or use
a body reamer to make the holes for the antenna if needed! Use hook and loop tape to secure the body to the side rails
of the vehicle.
Gear Box Type:
Selecting the correct gear box is dependent on the type of track it will be used on. The optional 4 gear stand-up gear
box is for the lowest grip conditions. This gear box moves the weight towards the rear of the car and also uses the
rotation of the motor to transfer weight to the rear while on-power. The 3 gear stand-up gear box also moves the
weight towards the rear of the car, but in this configuration, the motor’s rotation helps with on-power steering.
The lay-down gear box is used on high grip conditions when on-power steering and stability are most important.
This gear box will change directions the quickest and generate the most steering.

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:: Tuning Tips (cont.)
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.
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 #31532 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.
31
30
24
23
22
21
20
21
21
19
18
Pinion
69
75
78
78
78
78
78
81
81
81
81
Spur
5.79:1
6.50:1
8.45:1
8.82:1
9.22:1
9.65:1
10.14:1
10.03:1
10.03:1
11.08:1
11.70:1
Final Drive Ratio
17.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
13.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
10.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
9.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
8.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
7.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
6.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
3300kV Brushless
3900kV Brushless
4900kV Brushless
6100kV Brushless
Motor
B6 Gear Ratio Chart (Internal Gear Ratio 2.60:1)
Rear Camber:
Camber describes the angle at which the tire and wheel rides when looked at from the back. Negative camber means
that the tire leans inward at the top. A good starting camber setting is -1°. Adding a small amount of positive camber,
where the top of the tire is leaning out, will tend to improve straight-line acceleration on loose tracks.
Optional #1719 camber gauge can be used to more accurately set camber.
Slipper Clutch:
The assembly instructions give you a base setting for your clutch. Turn the nut on the shaft so that the end of the top
shaft is even with the outside of the nut. At the track, tighten or loosen the nut in 1/8 turn increments until you hear
a faint slipping sound for 1-2 feet on takeoffs. Another popular way to set the clutch is to hold both rear tires firmly in
place and apply short bursts of throttle. If the clutch is properly set, the front tires should lift slightly up off the surface.
Front Camber:
Camber describes the angle at which the tire and wheel rides when
looked at from the front. Negative camber means that the tire leans
inward at the top. A good starting camber setting is -1°. Positive camber,
where the top of the tire is leaning out, is not recommended.
Optional #1719 camber gauge can be used to more accurately set camber.
*Testing camber
with camber gauge
!
Front Camber Links:
Changing the length of the camber link is considered a bigger step than
adjusting the ball end height on the tower. Shortening the camber link
(or lowering the ball end) will give the front end less roll and quicken steering
response. Lengthening the camber link (or raising the ball end) will give the
front more roll and slower steering response. Longer camber links are
typically used on high grip tracks and shorter links tend to work better on
medium-grip loose tracks.
*Raise or lower the
ball end by adding
or removing
washers here
!
Caster:
Caster describes the angle of the caster block as it leans toward the rear of the vehicle. Positive caster means the
kingpin leans rearward at the top. The B6 includes three inserts to adjust caster angle at the caster block, 0°,2.5°,
and +5°. The total caster angle is the sum of the kick-up angle and the caster block angle. Standard total caster angle
for the B6 is 30°, with 25°kick-up and +5°caster block angle.
For less entry steering and more exit steering, try 0°caster block angle.