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February 7, 2015

JConcepts Winter INS – Brent Thielke’s T5M

Chassis Focus – Brent Thielke

Team Associated’s Team Manager Brent Thielke is running a production version of the T5M at round 1 of the JConcepts Indoor National Series, decked out with Factory Team option parts such as titanium turnbuckles and screws, an aluminium steering rack, rear hubs and C/D plates along other options such as a graphite battery strap, 8.5mm aluminium hexes, motor plate and shock standoffs. With the stadium truck being based off the very successful B5M platform, most of the Factory Team option parts are interchangeable and already in stock with the release date is scheduled to be in March.

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February 7, 2015

JConcepts Indoor National Series Rd1 – Qualifying Rd1

After the 1st round of qualifying, the battle is starting to heat up in the Modified 2WD class at the opening round of the 2015 JConcepts Indoor National Series at Smactrac in St. Louis, Missouri. Taking the round 1 TQ was Kyosho/Orion’s Luke Richards setting the bar high with a 19 lap 5:12.64. Having a great run, Richards said he’s “not going to change a thing for round 2 and see what happens.” Since there is no saucing allowed, Richards moved his “hubs forward to get that extra traction.”

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February 2, 2015

MIP B5M 3-gear aluminium transmission set

Seen for the first time at the recent Reedy Offroad Race of Champions MIP now officially introduce the 3-gear transmission set for the Team Associated B5M buggy. The often debated question among stock class racers is whether to use a rear or mid motor setup as with a mid motor better corner speeds can be achieves whereas a rear motor layout leads to less drag and more initial punch. The new MIP Box 7075 aluminium 3-gear transmission for the Team Associated B5M bridges that gap and gives the mid motor buggy all the benefits of the rear motor car but less drag and more initial punch. Not only does the transmission eliminate one idler gear to equate to less drag but its all aluminium construct offers a huge advantage pertaining to more precise internal gear mesh, less overall heat, and stiffer bracing. The gearbox is a direct fit on the B5M and the set includes two gearbox halves, a blue anodized motor plate, gear cover and small parts.

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February 2, 2015

RDRP B5 series multi option alloy front bulkhead

New from Revolution Design Racing Products comes the multi option aluminum front bulkhead for the Team Associated B5, B5M and T5M kits. Adding to the recently released brass bulkhead the alloy version first and foremost adds visual impact and rigidity while offering a slightly increased weight compared to the standard plastic part. The bulkhead is made from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium material and it comes blue anodised and laser-etched to match the remainder of RDRP’s option parts. Included is also an aluminium front suspension pin brace to round out the factory look and to help add rigidity and precision. On top of that the included delrin bulkhead inserts allow to run 25 degree or 30 degree wishbone kick-up to further fine-tune the steering characteristics without having to swap the whole bulkhead.

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January 29, 2015

Team Associated B5M Factory Lite kit

Team Associated introduce the B5M Factory Lite, a special version of the B5M that would optimise the platform to excel in classes requiring spec motors and for certain track conditions that allow the racer to take full advantage of the performance offered from reduced weight. Shedding over 75 grams of weight, the B5M Factory Lite includes a 3-gear transmission for lower rotational mass, a lightened hard-anodised aluminium chassis, titanium turnbuckles, and aluminium front axles.

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January 29, 2015

JConcepts B5 series aluminium steering bellcranks

JConcepts has the steering system on the B5, B5M and T5M covered with an all new light-weight, aluminium steering bellcrank assembly. The servo saver-less aluminium steering system is CNC-machined and replaces the stock plastic bellcranks to provide a more rigid assembly for increased steering feel and response. Furthermore the fit of the new bell-cranks has been improved by the positioning of the bearings to help eliminate binding when assembled. The parts come in a blue or black anodised finish and sport machined chamfered silver edges and engraved JC logos. The steering bell-cranks also include two thin crush tubes which should be placed in between the bearings on the stock plastic or aftermarket aluminium steering rack.

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January 28, 2015

Schelle B44.3 -3mm chassis & B5 uprights

Coming soon from Schelle are some new options for the Associated B5 and B44.3. For the B5 there is a new 2-piece aluminium rear hub. The new design helps prevent the ball being pulled from the upright in an impact, while at the same time being replaceable if it gets damaged. Only 1 gram heavier than the stock part it features molded bearing inserts and allows for fine adjustment of the link position, relative to the upright, through the use of shims. For the 4wd B44.3 there is a new 3mm shorter aluminium chassis plate with corresponding top deck. The new setup helps create more on power traction as well as make the car turn more fluidly in the corners. Finally from Schelle is a small bottle of synthetic bearing oil, which is the same oil used on their ceramic bearings, but can now be used on all your bearings for its very fine low drag characteristics. Comes in a handle bottle with fine tip for precise application.

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January 27, 2015

Team Azarashi B5M prototype bodyshell

Japanese company Team Azarashi have first images of their yet unnamed prototype bodyshell for the Team Associated B5M buggy available. Sporting the distinctive Azarashi lines the body does away with today’s ubiquitous cab forward design in favour of a more conventional looking mid cab appearance. We do not have a release date yet but we bring you more information as soon as they become available.

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