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Associated Electrics TC3 User Manual

Associated Electrics TC3
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TOOLS
KIT TOOLS SUPPLIED
EXTRA STUFF NEEDED
Phillips screwdriver #2
needlenose pliers
soldering iron (40-50 watts) and a
small amount of Rosin core solder.
Pencil-type soldering iron is better
than the gun type.
DANGER! Tip
is HOT!
Thread locking compound (#1596
Locking Adhesive or equivalent)
Super glue (cyanoacrylic glue,
#1597 Tire Adhesive).
hobby knife
WARNING!
This knife
cuts plastic and fingers with equal
ease, so be careful.
precision ruler
electrician's tape
strapping tape
Allen wrenches #6950 (.050",
1/16", 3/32", 5/64")
molded tools #6956
droop gauge #3987
FACTORY TEAM KIT
Shocks: Blue anodized aluminum threaded shock
bodies, VCS Macro shocks.
Front & Rear Axles: Blue-anodized alloy MIP CVD's.
Turnbuckles: Factory Blue titanium turnbuckles.
Also includes: Precision PTFE-sealed ball
bearings. Droop gauge. Anti-roll bar. Factory Team
blue aluminum & graphite parts including:
Counterfeit transponder mount. Radial clip-on
heatsink. Graphite chassis. Unobtainium shock
shafts. Blue aluminum screws.
RACER KIT
Shocks: VCS Macro shock.
Tires and Wheels: Pro-Line V-Rage
tires and Axis wheels.
Front & Rear Axles: Composite MIP
CVD's.
Turnbuckles: Associated steel
turnbuckles
Choice of six Protoform bodies, with
Protoform decals.
Also includes: Precision stainless-
steel rubber-sealed ball bearings.
EACH KIT INCLUDES
Pro-Line standard 12m Hex wheels & tires (except Factory Team kits).
Aluminum motor mount with a built-in heatsink.
Carbide ball Stealth differentials.
Adjustable caster, camber, toe-in, anti-squat, kickup. Several tie-rod mounting
positions.
Foam bumper. TC3 decal sheet. Rear bumper.
HELPFUL TOOLS (NOT REQUIRED)
Allen drivers (straight Allen wrenches with hex shaped handles)
such as the following made by Associated:
#6957 .050" driver
#6958 1/16" driver
#6959 5/64" driver
#6960 3/32" driver
#6961 2.5mm driver
Vernier calipers
Hobby scissors
Nut drivers (screwdriver-
handled hex socket tools)
3/16" nut driver
1/4" nut driver
11/32" nut driver
WARNING!
Do not use a power screwdriver to install screws into nylon, plastic,
or composite materials. The fast rotation speed can heat up the
screws being installed. They can then break the molded parts or
strip the threads during installation.
ITEMS NEEDED TO COMPLETE YOUR CAR
1 R/C two channel surface frequency radio system.
2 *Battery pack (6 cell).
3 Battery charger (we recommend a peak detection charger).
4 *Electronic speed control.
5 *R/C electric motor.
6 *Pinion gear, size to be determined by type and wind of motor you
will be using.
7 *1:10 scale Lexan body (Team & Factory Team Kits only).
8 *Touring car tires and wheels (Factory Team Kits only).
*Available from Team Associated. See your catalogs.
TEAM KIT
Shocks: Blue anodized aluminum-body
VCS Macro shocks.
Tires and Wheels: Pro-Line V-Rage
tires and Axis wheels.
Front & Rear Axles: Blue-anodized alloy
MIP CVD's.
Turnbuckles: Factory Blue titanium
turnbuckles.
Also includes: Precision stainless steel
[PTFE/rubber-sealed ball bearings.
LOCKING
ADHESIVE
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
WARNING! Always
use hand and eye
protection with cyano-
acrylic glue!

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Associated Electrics TC3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAssociated Electrics
ModelTC3
CategoryMotorized Toy Car
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Steering Rack Assembly

Steering Rack Assembly Steps

Details the step-by-step process for assembling the steering rack.

Chassis and Arm Assembly

Rack to Chassis Assembly

Describes attaching the steering rack assembly to the car's chassis.

Front Arm Assembly

Details the process of assembling the front suspension arms.

Rear Arm Assembly

Rear Arm Assembly Steps

Details the step-by-step process for assembling the rear suspension arms.

Suspension and Droop Setup

Rear Arm Assembly

Details the process of assembling the rear suspension arms.

Differential Assembly

Differential Assembly Continued

Differential Assembly Final Steps

Differential Assembly and Alignment

Instructions for assembling the differential and checking hub alignment.

Final Outdrive and Input Shaft Assembly

Front Input Shaft Assembly

Details on assembling the front input shaft.

Rear Input Shaft and Transmission Assembly

Rear Input Shaft Assembly

Continues assembly of the rear input shaft.

Lower Transmission Case Assembly

Details for the lower transmission case.

Transmission Assembly

Front Transmission Assembly

Instructions for the front transmission assembly.

Rear Transmission Assembly

Instructions for the rear transmission assembly.

Transmission Case and Shock Tower Assembly

Transmission Case Assembly

Attaching the transmission cases.

Front Shock Tower Assembly

Assembly of the front shock tower.

Shock Tower and CVD Assembly

Rear Shock Tower Assembly

Assembly of the rear shock tower.

MIP CVD Assembly

Instructions for assembling MIP CVDs.

Steering Block Assembly

Steps for assembling the steering block.

Block Carrier and Hub Carrier Assembly

Block Carrier Assembly

Assembly of the block carrier.

Rear Hub Carrier and Turnbuckle Assembly

Rear Hub Carrier Assembly

Continuation of rear hub carrier assembly.

Turnbuckle Assembly

Steps for assembling the turnbuckles.

Chassis Brace and Shock Preparation

Internal Shock Assembly and Rebound Settings

Camber and Ride Height Settings

Final Shock Assembly and Mounting

Servo and Motor Installation

Electronics and Body Post Installation

Body and Tire Assembly

Final Adjustments and Tuning

Setting Suspension Geometry

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