Associated Electrics RB10 - Tuning Tips - Getting Started; Beginner Tuning Methodology; Motor Gearing Importance; Gear Mesh Setting Procedure

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:: Tires and Body Build - Step 2
:: Tuning Tips
91738
M4 Locknut,
with flange
and knurl
21173
Small
Body Clips
72015
RB10 RTR
Body,
Clear
72016
RB10 RTR
Wing,
Clear
72016
RB10 RTR
Foam
Wing Shim
72017
RB10 RTR
Body and
Wing, Blue
72020
RB10 RTR
Body and
Wing, Red
x4
x4
Tips for Beginners:
Once you can get around the track consistently, start tuning your vehicle. Make only ONE adjustment at a time, testing
it before making another change. If the result of your adjustment is a faster lap, mark the change on the included setup
sheet (make adddtional copies of the sheet before writing on it). If your adjustment results in a slower lap, revert back
to the previous setup and try another change.
Peridicaly check all moving suspension parts. Suspension components must be kept clean and move freely without
binding to prevent poor and/or inconsistent handling.
Motor Gearing:
Proper motor gearing will result in maximum performance and run time while reducing the chance of overheating and
premature motor failure. The gear ratio chart lists recommended suggested starting gear ratios for the most
widely used motor types. Gear Ratios will vary depending upon motor turns or KV, electronic speed control
specifications and whether you are running 6-cell NiMh or 2S or 3S LiPo batteries.
Gear ratios listed below are suggested based on 6-cell NiMh and or 2S LiPo battery.
Team Associated is not responsible for motor damage due to improper gearing.
Set The Gear Mesh:
You should be able to rock the spur gear back and forth in the teeth of the pinion gear without making the pinion gear
move. If the spur gear mesh is tight, then loosen the #31532 screws and move the motor away, then try again.
A gear mesh that is too tight or too loose will reduce power and damage the gear teeth.
*28
*26
*24
18
Pinion
*75
*75
87
87
Spur
6.96:1
7.50:1
9.42:1
12.57:1
Final Drive Ratio
17.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
13.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
10.5 Reedy Sonic Brushless
3300kV Brushless
Motor
* Optional spur gear / pinion used
Gear Ratio Chart (Internal Gear Ratio 2.60:1)
91738
M4 Locknut,
with flange
and knurl
M4 Locknut,
21173
Small
Body Clips
x4x4