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1/10 Scale Electric Rally/Touring Car:

Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F Brushless RTR - 30118 / 30118C - Radio Controlled Model



History and Information for the Apex Lexus RC-F RTR:

  Introduced by Team Associated in late 2014, the APEX Lexus RC F Brushless Touring Car - # 30118 - replaced the # 30115 RTR version, and now came with a Reedy brushless motor, waterproof ESC, XP servo and XP radio system. A Combo version - # 30118C - was also introduced with the same spec, plus a Reedy LiPo battery and charger.

   The Apex 4WD chassis is shaft driven, with gear differentials, coil spring over oil filled dampers, universal joint (CVA) drive shafts, a full set of ball bearings and Lexus 20 spoke replica wheels.

   The Fixed length steering and camber links, can easily be replaced with turnbuckles, to increase adjustability for fine tuning.

Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F

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  To race the Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F, it calls for fine tuning to attain better steering response and improve grip when cornering so you don't slide off the side of the track. Minute changes can make huge advancements. Our easy to understand list will show you how and lead you to the optimum Set-up to put you in front of the rest on the track.


Model Versions:

  • #30118 Apex Lexus RC-F Brushless - RTR
  • #30118C Apex Lexus RC-F Brushless LiPo Combo - RTR

Features:

  • Two body color schemes available, blue or white
  • Fully assembled Ready-To-Run all-wheel-drive chassis that accepts NiMH or LiPo batteries
  • Lexus RC F performance coupe replica body comes factory-finished
  • Lexus RC F 20-spoke replica wheels come mounted with high-grip racing tires and feature detailed brake components
  • Powerful Reedy 3300kV 540 brushless motor
  • Water-resistant brushless speed control with High Power T Plug Connector (2S-3S LiPo compatible)
  • XP 2.4Ghz radio system with XP metal-gear steering servo
  • Adjustable fluid-filled coil-over tuned shock absorbers
  • All-metal gear transmission with sealed differentials
  • Steel CVA drive axles front and rear
  • Metric hardware and ball bearings throughout
  • Combo #30118C includes a Reedy LiPo Charger and Reedy LiPo Battery with T-plug

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★ Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F - also in White ★
Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F
★ Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F - 30118 Chassis ★
Team Associated Apex Chassis
★ Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F - 30118 Chassis ★
Team Associated Apex Chassis
★ Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F - 30118 Chassis ★
Team Associated Apex Chassis
★ Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F - 30118 Chassis ★
Team Associated Apex Chassis
★ Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F - 30118 Chassis ★
Team Associated Apex Chassis
★ Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F - 30118 Chassis ★
Team Associated Apex Chassis

Buying a Used Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F
Touring Car (and What to look for)


   There are essentially three reasons you might want to buy a used Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F Electric Touring Car; you may be a collector, looking to restore and display it; restore and sell for a profit; or simply restore and race an iconic vintage model. Personally, I used to get a buzz out of restoring an old clapped-out model, installing modern day electrics and maybe a few hop-ups, then showing the gang at our local club, just how competitive those old models could still be.

   Cheap, pre-loved bargain models, parts and spares are always coming up for sale, but once you have made your purchase, the one thing you will always need, is an instruction manual. If not supplied with your purchase, they can often be downloaded from the Team Associated website, or purchased separately on eBay. With an instruction manual, any problems with your model Touring Car you may discover, can easily be fixed.

Make a General Visual Inspection

Dampers
   When you receive your used Team Associated Touring Car, make a general visual inspection of the chassis, front and rear wishbones, suspension shock towers etc, for any broken parts that may need to be replaced. Then, take a screwdriver and box spanner and check each self tapping screw and nut for security, taking care not to over tighten.

   Next, for those Team Associated models with oil filled shock absorbers, remove them from the chassis and dismantle the coil springs. The damper shafts should push in and pull out with a smooth action. If you feel a jolt as you change direction, this means the oil has leaked out and must be topped up. At the same time, change the O-Ring seals to prevent more leakage. Also check the damper shafts for damage. If they are scratched, change them as soon as possible.

Check the Body-Shell

   If the body shell of your Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F is broken, ripped or damaged in any way, this can be easily repaired with rubber solution glue. Also, for added protection and if available for your Apex Lexus RC-F model, fit an under guard to stop dirt and gravel entering the chassis.

Drive Shafts and Turnbuckles

Titanium Turnbuckles
   Examine the drive shafts for wear and replace as required. If possible, change them for titanium. The steel shafts wear and bend too easily.

   If you intend to race your Apex Lexus RC-F Touring Car model at a competitive level, I would also recommend you obtain and fit titanium pivot shafts, turnbuckles, tie rods and steering rods.

Examine the Drive System

   The gearbox of your used Touring Car should be opened up to check for gear wear and lubrication. A thin coat of grease is often used on internal gears and although this is fine for basic running around on the road, if you intend to race your Touring Car at a higher level, this should be removed and replaced with racing oil (ZX1 or Teflon Oil). Of course, this should be reapplied after each race meeting.

Pinions and Spur Gears

Spur Gears
   Gears are a weakness on all Touring Car RC models. Head on collisions can easily damage the gear teeth on nylon and plastic spur gears. Heavy impacts can also loosen the nuts or self tapping screws that hold the Electric Motor in Position, allowing the pinion gear to pull out of mesh slightly and rip the tops off the teeth on your spur gear. To minimise this possibility, fit bolts with locking nuts to the Electric Motor mount and remember to check them for security after every two or three runs.

Don't Neglect the Ball-Joints

   Ball joints always cause problems. For top level Electric Touring Car racing, the plastic ball connectors should be checked and if deemed necessary changed after every meeting. A simple thing like a loose fitting connector popping off could easily end your race, so better safe than sorry.

Steering Servo and Servo-Saver

Servo Gears
   The Apex Lexus RC-F steering servo is also prone to damage. In high speed crash situations, the fragile gear teeth of the servo can be broken off, rendering your expensive servo useless, so be sure to obtain a good quality "Servo Saver". Check out my Servo Information article.

Stabilizers

   If body roll on your Team Associated Apex Lexus RC-F is a problem, handling can be improved with the use of stabilizers, anti roll or sway bars, stiffer tuning springs and, or, thicker silicone oil in the dampers.

Don't Forget those Bearings

Ball Bearings
   If your used Team Associated Touring Car came with plastic and sintered brass bushings (ring type bearings), check the shafts that run in them for wear. Dust and grit can get into these bearings and abrade the shafts. Therefore, you should replace them all with shielded ball bearings. If the model has been run with ring type bearings, you may have to change all the axles and driveshafts. For more information, take a look at my article, How to get the best from your Bearings.

   Finally, good luck with your Apex Lexus RC-F model and good racing.

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Manufacturers and Brands Catalogued, Listed and Reviewed by RC-Scrapyard.

   At present, the RC Model Manufacturers, Brands and Distributors covered by us are: ABC Hobby, Academy, Acme Racing, Agama Racing, Amewi, Ansmann Racing, ARRMA, Team Associated, Atomic RC, Axial, AYK, Bolink, BSD Racing, Capricorn, Carisma, Carson, Caster Racing, Cen, Corally, Custom Works, Durango, Duratrax, ECX - Electrix, Exceed RC, FG Modellsport, FS-Racing, FTX, Fujimi, Gmade, GS-Racing, Harm, HBX, Helion, Heng Long, Himoto Racing, Hirobo, Hitari, Hobao, Hong-Nor, Hot Bodies, HPI, HSP, Intech, Integy, Jamara, JQ Products, Kawada, Kyosho, Losi, LRP, Maisto, Mardave, Marui, Maverick, MCD Racing, Megatech, Mugen, New Bright, Nichimo, Nikko, Nkok, Ofna, Pro-Pulse, Protech, PTI, RC4WD, Redcat Racing, RJ-Speed, Robitronic, Schumacher, Seben, Serpent, Smartech, Sportwerks, Step-Up, Tamiya, Team-C Racing, Team Magic, Thunder Tiger, Tomy, Top Racing, Traxxas, Trinity, Tyco, Vaterra RC, Venom, VRX Racing, WLToys, X-Factory, Xmods, Xpress, Xray, XTM, Yankee RC, Yokomo, ZD Racing and Zipzaps.

   This is an ongoing project, with new and "lost in time" RC Models and Brands being added as they are found and although most of those listed above have been covered in relative detail, some are still being researched and will be completed in the near future.



















Hints, Tips and Information

Anti Squat

   Described as the angle at which the suspension arms pivot in relation to the chassis, Anti Squat affects traction under acceleration.

   Considered to be at its most effective from a standing start, the handling and stability of the majority of modern day On Road and an increasing number of Off Road models, can be improved with a certain amount of anti squat, normally no more than around 3 degrees.

   Basically, more anti squat gives you more traction, but after a certain point, that advantage is lost and the car will become unstable when turning into high speed corners. For Off Road models anti squat can also improve how the car handles on bumpy tracks.

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Hints, Tips and Information

On Road Indoor Carpet Tires

   Some indoor carpet tracks do not allow you to use anything but foam tires. The reason being the wear on the carpet some soft rubber tires, such as Proline Hawgs, and Schumacher pin-spikes can create. But on some tracks, where a combination of carpet and wooden board is used, rubber tires may be allowed.

Sponge / Foam Tires

   Basically there are three foam compounds available: Soft, Medium and Hard.
   Soft foam tires will normally provide the best grip on most carpeted tracks, but wear faster than other compound tires.

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