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Saturday, July 20, 2013

Well one more Item for the list of stuff I would buy right off the bat for a RC10B4

Well RPM just announced a new product for the RC10b4 SERIES of Team Associated buggies and its Just in time for me to put it on my list of things to buy IF I BuY a RC10B4.2RS that is .

Here's a link to it on there web page


Here is there description 


B4, B4.1 & B4.2 Front A-arms & Bulkhead
RPM A-arms for the Associated B4, B4.1 & B4.2 were designed to solve several customer-related complaints about the stock A-arms. Foremost is durability. Our B4 front A-arms are designed to withstand some serious abuse! We’ve redesigned the entire front end, replacing the stock front bulkhead with a version that helps spread impact forces over a larger area at the inner hinge pin mounts. RPM front A-arms are wider at the inner hinge pin by nearly 3/16” without altering suspension geometry.

We also focused on the hinge pin retaining system used on the stock A-arms. Using a small screw hole so close to the hinge pin like the stock arms do creates structural weaknesses. We moved the hinge pin retaining screws in-line with the hinge pins, significantly strengthening our A-arms in the process. By eliminating the smaller 2-56 hinge pin retaining screws, we’ve also eliminated the problem of the hinge pins falling out due to varying screw head diameters.
Our final focus was on slop elimination. Our strict quality control allows us to tighten up all of our tolerances without fear of binding the suspension system. The final result: a smooth, free moving suspension system with minimal slop. Our tighter tolerances on our A-arms allows other critical adjustments such as camber and toe angles to be much more consistent, which provides better and more consistent control of the B4.
RPM B4 A-arms come with all necessary mounting hardware and instructions. RPM B4 A-arms are sold in pairs and include the front bulkhead.
Tech Notes: RPM B4 Front A-arms require the use of the bulkhead we supply in the kit. Stock or any other aftermarket bulkheads will not work with RPM A-arms.
73732Front A-arms & Bulkhead for the
B4, B4.1 & B4.2 - Available 07.31.13

Suggested Retail
$14.95 pair w/ bulkhead



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Thursday, July 18, 2013

So if I buy a Brand new car to race .

Now in my last post I said I really think 2wd buggy is where I would have the most fun but I also sayed I didn't like the Idea of buying on ebay unless it was uber cheap because most of them have been raced and probably need a good deal of work . So I have done a bit of research and have came up with this list to roughly figure what my budget would need to be to a fairly competitive buggy with parts support at the track I plan to be at .

Oh yah parts support for the most part points me directly at the RC10b4.2 and if it was in my budget the factory team kit would be superb but really it has a lot of things I don't feel I need I might want them but I don't think I need them . So that leaves the B4.2RS RTR .

Now I'm not suggesting you go out and buy one and expect to win with it as it does have a few problems as the motor and speed control leave a lot to be desired and the steering servo well its supposed to be very slow .Some people do like the radio but after holding it i'm not a big fan and would prefer some of my cheapos. The tires are also a area of debate but I know they probably won't do well where I plan to run

So if I was to go this route I think this exactly how I would do it .Prices are  from tower hobbies and hobbyking.(this doesn't factor in coupons, shipping, or any other possible discounts)

Tower Hobbies order.
Stock NumberProduct DescriptionITEM NOTEOrder QtyShip QtyBack Order QtyPrice EachRemove From Cart
 LXDNDVBY Associated RC10B4.2 RS 2.4GHz RTR Blue/Yellow

1$ 249.99 Delete this item
 LXBVF9 Associated Factory Team Buggy Front Spring Kit (8)

1$ 10.99 Delete this item
 LXBVG0 Associated Factory Team Truck/Buggy Rear Spring Kit(10)

1$ 10.99 Delete this item
 LXSF70 Associated Factory Team Green Slime
E1$ 2.29 Delete this item
 LX3306 Associated Silicone Shock Fluid 40 Weight 2 oz

E1$ 3.69 Delete this item
 LX3304 Associated Silicone Shock Fluid 20 Weight 2 oz

E1$ 3.69 Delete this item
 LX3305 Associated Silicone Shock Fluid 30 Weight 2 oz

E1$ 3.69 Delete this item
 LXEAK4 Associated Kimbrough Spur Gear 84T

1$ 3.69 Delete this item
 LXEAK5 Associated Kimbrough Spur Gear 87T

1$ 3.69 Delete this item
 LXEPF7 Associated Factory Team Heavy Duty Servo Saver Spring

1$ 1.50 Delete this item
 LXBNFW Associated Front Buggy Dish Wheel White (2)

1$ 5.49 Delete this item
 LXCRVA Associated Buggy Rear Wheel Hex White B4.1/B44.1

1$ 5.49 Delete this item
 LXGGV2 RPM Front Mini Bumper Black B4/T4/GT2

1$ 4.89 Delete this item
 LXVT96 RPM Heavy Duty Rod Ends Purple 4-40 (12)

1$ 4.89 Delete this item
 LXDCKG Pro-Line 4-Rib 2.2" 2WD M4 Off-Road Buggy Front Tires

1$ 12.29 Delete this item
 LXZJS6 Pro-Line Caliber 2.2" M3 Off-Road Buggy Rear Tires (2)

1$ 12.29 Delete this item
 LXCTER STRC Alum Front Hinge-Pin Brace Associated SC10/B4/T4

1$ 8.79 Delete this item
 LXEX34 Robinson Racing Pinion Gear 6-Pack Even 16-26T

1$ 12.69 Delete this item

In-Stock Items: $ 361.03








Hobbyking order (US Warehouse) :

QuantityStockProduct descriptionPriceWeight
OK9192000047 - Turnigy Trackstar 80A Turbo Sensored Bru..$35.32115
OK9192000049 - Turnigy TrackStar Turbo and Waterproof E..$10.19152
OK9192000037 - Turnigy TrackStar 9.5T Sensored Brushles..$32.63250
OKTGY-1258TG - Turnigy 1258TG Digital Titanium Gear Ser..$32.75169
TOTAL: $110.89686g
Now I know this isn't cheap but some money can be gained back from selling off parts you don't need right off the bat on ebay and really this is the best thing you can do as you can sell them as new and freshly removed from the car. Rough figures as to what this stuff should go for.


XP SC-500BL & Reedy 540-R 3300 KV Motor Brushless Team Associated $85.00

Team associated 9664 premount rear tires $10.99

Team associated 9663 premount front tires $12.99

TEAM ASSOCIATED XP2G 2 CHANNEL  2.4ghz RADIO i RECEIVER 29215 $34.99


Team associated servo SHV1504MG or S1903mg  $5.00-$11.00

Total  - $149.00


Now I didn't put a radio in this because this really is up to the individual user and I don't think I need to add another into my collection just yet so I left it off I also added some tuning supplies into the tower hobbies list that are pretty much gotta haves if your going to run on a track.

I hope this helps someone out there .