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.

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Front 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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The list I posted

Now the list a couple postt before this may lead some to think that this is exactly what I would do but thats not entirely true as I have said before I haven't really  raced before and I don't know If I would really like it . So in reality I probably would not end up placing that order to hobbyking for at least a little while as I don't have a instant need for a new brushless system . I do have a sensorless system and even though it isn't as smooth as a censored system it will still get me around the track fast enough to be competitive.I also have a couple servos that would be overkill or just good enough so I don't need one immediately    The Tower hobby order would be just like I showed it. A few parts to tune and a few durability upgrades to save me money down the road . Now one kink is that Rpm has added a new product that will be on list now and I'm sure if I placed this order something else new will come to the market with in a day or 2 but thats the way it works.

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 Number Product Description ITEM NOTE Order Qty Ship Qty Back Order Qty Price Each Remove From Cart  LXDNDVBY  Associated RC10B4.2 RS 2.4GHz RTR Blue/Yellow 1 $ 249.99   LXBVF9  Associated Factory Team Buggy Front Spring Kit (8) 1 $ 10.99   LXBVG0  Associated Factory Team Truck/Buggy Rear Spring Kit(10) 1 $ 10.99   LXSF70  Associated Factory Team Green Slime E 1 $ 2.29   LX3306  Associated Silicone Shock Fluid 40 Weight 2 oz E 1 $ 3.69   LX3304  Associated Silicone Shock Fluid 20 Weight 2 oz E 1 $ 3.69   LX3305  Associated Silicone Shock Fluid 30 Weight 2 oz E 1 $ 3.69   LXEAK4  Associated Kimbrough Spur Gear 84T 1 $ 3.69   LXEAK5  Associated Kimbrough Spur Gear 87T 1 $ 3.69   LXEPF7  Associated Factory Team Heavy Duty Servo Saver Spring 1 $ 1.50   LXBNFW  Associated Front Buggy Dish Wheel White (2) 1 $ 5.49   LXCRVA  Associated Buggy Rear Wheel Hex White B4.1/B44.1 1 $ 5.49   LXGGV2  RPM Front Mini Bumper Black B4/T4/GT2 1 $ 4.89   LXVT96  RPM Heavy Duty Rod Ends Purple 4-40 (12) 1 $ 4.89   LXDCKG  Pro-Line 4-Rib 2.2" 2WD M4 Off-Road Buggy Front Tires 1 $ 12.29   LXZJS6  Pro-Line Caliber 2.2" M3 Off-Road Buggy Rear Tires (2) 1 $ 12.29   LXCTER  STRC Alum Front Hinge-Pin Brace Associated SC10/B4/T4 1 $ 8.79   LXEX34  Robinson Racing Pinion Gear 6-Pack Even 16-26T 1 $ 12.69  In-Stock Items:  $ 361.03

Hobbyking order (US Warehouse) :

Quantity	Stock	Product description	Price	Weight
	OK	9192000047 - Turnigy Trackstar 80A Turbo Sensored Bru..	$35.32	115
	OK	9192000049 - Turnigy TrackStar Turbo and Waterproof E..	$10.19	152
	OK	9192000037 - Turnigy TrackStar 9.5T Sensored Brushles..	$32.63	250
	OK	TGY-1258TG - Turnigy 1258TG Digital Titanium Gear Ser..	$32.75	169
TOTAL: $110.89				686g

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 .

So now I have gotten the race bug

Well now I'm on the lookout for a chassis that I can race with at a local track and to be honest I'm not to picky well wait I am picky right now since I really don't have the money to buy a new RC I'm watching ebay for something that should be competitive and frankly is a great deal for what I'm getting .

 Right now what I'm looking out for are cars that fit in these classes 2wd SCT Mod, 4wd SCT Mod ,2wd mod buggy,4wd mod buggy, Stock Slash,1/8 E-Buggy .Now I know the odds of finding  a competitive 4wd buggy that suits my needs in my price range is pretty low and I know a 1/8 e-buggy is rather unlikely to sell in my price range as well  unless it needs a good chunk of work .That pretty much leaves 2wd sct,4wd sct, and 2wd buggies , After looking on ebay a lot I have decided the odds of me finding a buggy I like for cheap is pretty unlikely as most have been raced and probably are going to need everything rebuilt and that wouldn't be very cost effective but there still is a chance . After all this typing that leaves 2wd and 4wd short course trucks and here is why . They are bought by more people as a first rc at this time than any other car on this list I have to choose from and that does two thing it means I should be able to find a lightly used model from someone who decided it wasn't for them .

This really does happen a lot person thinks RC's are cool drops 300-400 dollars on a RC and then it sits and sit then they throw it up on ebay to try to get a little cash back .

Now this isn't a good way to save cash on buying Your first RC. If you do buy used buy in person and have it demonstrated to you. On ebay I try to never pay over 50% the original price on a used car/truck and I don't recommend you do either as there are too many unknowns .

But i will continue this in another post later . So back to the purpose of this post Now I haven't ruled out some other options totally as I really think I would enjoy  2wd buggy a lot more than Short Course Racing Which leads to my next post .