New from Factory Team are these new bleeder shock caps, a cure for emulsion style (non-bladder) shocks that have been plagued by difficult bleeding procedures since their inception. Consumers, from beginner to pro level, have dealt first hand with the difficulty and mess that these shocks can create. Team Associated has addressed these concerns by creating Factory Team Bleeder Shock Caps to simplify the bleeding process.
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When racing on a loamy or top soil track surface the inside of the SC10 chassis can become loaded with dirt or debris which creates extra weight. With the JConcepts over-tray these worries are minimized with the simple and functional over-tray. Fitting nicely under the body, it hugs the outside dimension of the SC10 chassis protecting the inside from unwanted excess dirt and debris build-up during racing conditions. The over-tray is snug around the entire chassis structure while being attached in the rear with blue anodized thumbscrews and a slide-in fit in the front for easy access. The over-tray is built with extra height and rake to provide extra room for various electrical and battery configurations.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
For those looking for better handling from their SC10, AKA have expanded their line up of 1:8 wheel adapters to now include the Associated SC10 truck that allow you to mount regular buggy wheels to your truck. Made from 7075 aluminum and hard anodized, they are supplied with all the necessary fasteners to mount them and include AKA “SureGrip” 17mm nuts, which are also available to buy separately, to keep the wheels securely on the hubs. The wheel nuts are made from 7075 aluminium and also feature hard anodizing plus a knurled rear face to grab the plastic of the wheel and stay put. The adapters install in just minutes and require zero modifications to the truck and the stock width and steering radius are kept in tact. All popular 1:8 buggy wheels can be used including Associated SC8 wheels.
The Factory Team 12R5.1 is the latest evolutionary step in Associated’s twenty-five years of 1:12 scale racing history. New for the RC12R5.1 is the wide three-point rear pod that has been optimized for fitting brushless motors as well as heat dissipation. The 12R5.1 is built on a 2.5mm woven carbon fiber chassis that utilizes a pivot-ball link rear suspension that allows for independent adjustments for chassis roll, bump, and alignment.
Spanish company Ultimate Racing have released new parts for the Associated RC8 and RC8B. These UR parts have been tested by the official team driver Robert Batlle and helped him to win the 2009 Spanish Championship and to be the best Team Associated car at the 2009 Euros. The new parts include machined front and rear shock towers, shock standoffs, lightweight aluminium wheel hex adaptors and CVD gearbox drive cups, and front and rear stub axles.
Source: Ultimate Racing [ultimateracing.es]
Racers Edge have released their new 1 degree rear toe in aluminium rear hubs to fit the Associated B4, B44, T4, and SC10. Designed after the stock B44 4wd buggy hubs but with a larger outside bearing for increased performance and bearing longevity, a setscrew holds the hingepin in place with access from the bottom, while four possible vertical ball stud locations allow for increased setup adjustments. Available in a hard anodized silver color, CNC machined for accuracy, and laser engraved with degrees and L or R for left or right sides.
Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]
The new AE Pitman glove has a 100% Clarino synthetic palm, which has the durability characteristics of leather. Clarino is a synthetic fiber thousands of times finer than silk and these ultra-fine fibers are super flexible, resulting in smoother curves, greater suppleness and unparalleled softness. Clarino will also repel wind, water, stains, and mildew. A spandex top is used to create the optimum balance of flexibility while helping to protect from cuts, burns and bruises when you’re hustling to get that car ready. Hidden seams reduce snagging and a Velcro wristband helps keep your gloves on securely.
Source: Associated [rc10.com]
Team Associated have released 2 more new replica body shells for the SC10, and which will also fit the Traxxas Slash. The SC10 Officially Licensed Short Course bodies are designed to look just like the full-sized race trucks that run in the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series throughout the southwest. The new bodies are the Bully Dog and Readylift versions.
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