Team Associated RC10 T4.2 RS (Race Spec) - 7039 - Radio Controlled Model

   Introduced by Team Associated in 2013, the 2WD RC10T4.2 RS (Race Spec) RTR - # 7039 - came with a Reedy 3300kV brushless motor, XP SC500-BL ESC and XP 2.4Ghz radio system.

   A T4.2 RTR Brushless LiPo Combo - # 7039C - was released in 2015, with the same radio system and motor, plus a Reedy 324-S Compact Balance Charger (#27201) and a WolfPack LiPo 3300mAh 30C 7.4V Battery (#751).

  The T4.2 RS molded composite chassis, employs a gear type differential, V2 coil spring over oil filled dampers, dogbone drive shafts, slipper clutch, steel turnbuckles, a full set of ball bearings and factory-finished Interceptor-T polycarbonate bodyshell.

  To race the Team Associated T4.2 RS, it requires a high level of tuning for improved stability when cornering, to keep it on the track and give you more grip under acceleration. Even the smallest change in your cars settings can make a Big difference. Our simple to follow instruction chart will show how to attain the best Set-up for your personal requirements.

Model Versions:

• #7039 RC10T4.2 RS RTR, with Radio System and Motor
• #7039C RC10T4.2 RTR Brushless LiPo Combo, with Radio System, Motor, ESC, Battery and Charger

Features:

• Fully assembled 2WD truck based on the 8-time R.O.A.R. National Champion T4 platform
• Brushless water-resistant speed control with LiPo cutoff and High Current T-Connector
• Powerful Reedy 3300kV brushless motor
• XP 2.4 GHz 2-channel radio system with digital metal gear servo
• Water-resistant enclosed receiver box
• Blue anodized aluminum V2 coil-over shock absorbers
• Heavy-duty sealed gear differential with adjustable slipper clutch
• High-traction compound tires pre-mounted on white hex drive wheels
• Factory finished Interceptor 2.0 polycarbonate body, with two color schemes to choose from
• Molded composite chassis and battery strap that fits NiMH or LiPo battery packs
• Rugged steel turnbuckles for adjustable camber and front toe-in
• Vertical ball ends for roll center adjustments, front and rear

   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.

Roll Center

   One of the least understood settings on RC model cars is concept of roll center. The simple definition of roll center is a point in space that the chassis rolls from side to side as the car maneuvers around a corner.

   To calculate roll center you have to consider things like the height of the axles, the inside and outside camber link positioning, the length of the suspension arms and the location of their inside pivot point. Sounds complicated doesn't it - and in truth - it is.

   On all RC model cars, most of the cars weight is above the chassis and the center of gravity of the car is not only from front to rear, but also from top to bottom. This point is called the "true" center of gravity and is the point around which the weight of the car will want to roll from side to side, but it is the roll center of the chassis that the chassis will actually roll around, not the center of gravity.

   Once you have determined the positions of roll center and center of gravity, you can calculate the "roll moment". It is this that determines how easily the chassis will roll from side to side.

The Effect of Roll Center on your Car

   But what does all this mean? I hear you ask. Well, it gives you some insight to what changing the position of your camber links can do to the way your car handles.

Choosing the right Tire Inserts

   Once upon a time, all RC model tires were equal - they were all trash. None of the old tires had any kind of internal support, because the hard compound they were made of didn't need it. But that was before the newer soft compounds were developed. These new tires were so soft that if some kind of insert was not used they would just lay flat under the weight of the car. Thus, the new science of tire inserts was born.

Inserts for Off-Road Tires

   The basic soft foam inserts that come with many off-road rubber tires can be in one of two types. They can be basic rings of sponge, or the cheap and nasty strips of sponge. Many of the latest foam inserts now come pre-shaped, but more than often, they will need some work done to them before they are inserted into the tires.