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February 13, 2014

PSM B5/B5M front shock tower

PSM introduce two new option parts for the Team Associated B5 and the forthcoming B5M in the form of these carbon fibre shock towers. Coming as “standard” V1 and “pro-tune” V2 version the shock stays are CNC-machined from 5mm glossy finish carbon fibre, they are of an impact-proven design and sport two (V1) and five (V2) optional upper camber link mounting positions for added adjustability. Included with the shock towers comes suitable hardware.

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February 12, 2014

RudeBits B5 LiPo battery holder

RudeBits introduce this optional LiPo battery holder for the Team Associated B5 buggy. Made from high-quality carbon fibre the mount replaces the kit’s composite brace with a cooler looking and more rigid part. The LiPo hold down is useable with the rear motor B5 and all relevant battery configurations.

Source: RudeBits [rudebits.co.uk]

February 11, 2014

Team Associated Factory Team tools & B5 options

Team Associated introduce two new Factory Team tools as well as optional heavy-duty ballstuds for the B5 and B5M buggy. Starting with the tools, available soon are a T-handle 7mm nut driver and a 5.5mm short nut driver. The 7mm wrench is designed for wheel nuts and other 7mm applications while the 5.5mm driver is ideally used for shock nuts and the like. Both tools come hard-anodized and with laser-etched size markings.

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February 10, 2014

Video – Associated B5 Introduction

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During the past weekend’s JConcepts Winter Indoor Nationals at SmacTrac in St Louis, Missouri, Team Associated’s Brent Thielke and JConcepts’ Jason Ruona gave us a first insight into the brand-new Team Associated B5, the follow-up model of the hugely successful B4 buggy. The new platform is based off the design ideas of the B4 but offers a lot more tuning options to make it easier for drivers to adapt the vehicle to different surfaces and track conditions. Being available as rear motor kit first, as it was raced at SmacTrac, there will soon also be a mid motor version for high-bite and European style tracks too. To find out more about the B5, simply hit the video box above.

February 10, 2014

RSD TC6.2 bumper and brace kit

The RSD TC6.2 bumper and brace kit from Reflex Racing is designed to add front end protection to the Team Associated TC6.2 car. By raising and elongating the bumper brace, the brace now butts up against the front bulkhead providing support to the bottom bumper screws, preventing chassis de-lamination in hard frontal collisions. Included in the set are a new foam bumper, the upper carbon fibre bumper brace and mounting hardware.

Click here to view an image of the parts in place

February 6, 2014

Joakim Nicolaisen teams up with Associated & Reedy

Team Associated announce that Joakim Nicolaisen has chosen Team Associated and Reedy products to further his racing career in 2014. Joakim is a very talented and diverse driver competing in a whole range of 1/10th scale classes. Known mainly for his off road exploits but not adverse to competing competitively in the on road classes also. A very likeable and conscientious young driver who is continuously moving forward. Joakim is continually improving his skill set and is now one of the more senior members of the race team at a ripe old age of 17. Joakim has a quiet drive and determination when it comes to racing and we love that he a calming influence on the rest of the team. Team Associated welcome Joakim with open arms and look forward to seeing what he can bring to the team in the coming years.

Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]

February 6, 2014

RDRP RC10 Classic fibreglass option parts set

Revolution Design Racing Products introduce this fibreglass option parts set for the Team Associated RC10 Classic kit. The set contains a new front and rear shock tower, both of which are of an updated design and offer additional shock mounting positions compared to the stock items. Also included is a large battery mount for a more secure battery fitment and also a transmission brace that replaces the unsightly nylon plate of the original kit. All parts fit without modification on the RC10 Classic and all vintage 6-gear RC10 kits. The shock towers and battery brace also suit all RC10 with Stealth transmission.

Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]

February 5, 2014

Team Associated B5 & B5M aluminium screw sets

Team Associated have first option parts for the new B5 2WD buggy available in the form of two lightweight aluminium screw sets. Available for both the B5 and B5M the kits contain several blue anodised aluminium screws with countersunk and button heads to replace the original black steel fasteners with lighter and cooler looking items.

Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]