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Team Associated TC6.1 Build – Step 5 – Rear Suspension

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Team Associated TC6.1 Build
Team Associated TC6.1 Build

The Build – Part 5
The rear suspension is an almost exact duplicate build as the front suspension. If you’re doing this build in order (which I hope you are), this step should be quick and easy.

Build Notes:
As with the front suspension, arm shock inserts have been added to the TC6.1. Make sure you get insert them equally in both arms.

Again, make sure you pay close attention to the direction of the arm mounts.

Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 46
Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 46
As you did with the front suspension arms, press the arm inserts into the arm as the directions show. You’ll want to be using the middle hole (I am following a different setup so the picture shows the outside hole).

Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 47
Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 47
Screw the droop screws into the arms. Again, we’ll adjust these at a later time.

Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 48
Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 48
Screw in the shock mount ball studs and slide the inner hinge pins into place.

Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 49
Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 49
Assemble the arm mounts. We are using the 0 dot (or 0 degree) mounts. Pay close attention to the assembly to make sure you have a left and right set.

Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 50
Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 50
Take your arm mounts and, as shown, slide them on the hinge pins. Don’t forget the wheelbase shims. A 1mm shims should go towards the rear of the arms (the shock mount ball end side) and a 2mm shim should go on the front of the arms. If you are having trouble keeping the assembly together, put a dab of black grease on the end of the hinge pin. That will help keep the arm mounts in place. Also, note the direction of the arm mounts (VERY IMPORTANT).

Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 51
Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 51
Using the 3x12mm screws (with a dab of loctite), mount the suspension arms to the bulkheads using the upper attachment hole (note the direction of the bulkheads). Again, note the direction of the arm mounts and arm mount inserts. You’ll want these to be like the picture.

Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 52
Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 52
Once attached, you’ll want to do the swing test like you did for the front arms. Remember, we want zero friction when swinging the suspension arms.

Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 53
Team Associated TC6.1 Build - Step 53
Attach the pair of bulkheads to the chassis with the 3x5mm screws. A dab of loctite on these screws will ensure they don’t come loose while you’re on the track. Note the direction of the arms.

Part 6 – Attaching the motor mount.
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About Tony Phalen

Tony Phalen - As an avid RC enthusiast, Tony has been building, bashing and racing RC Cars for over 30 years. He has participated in every kind of surface racing events - 1/18 scale trucks, 1/10 scale TC, Rock Racers, Rally - if it had wheels, he's raced it! He's also worked on both sides of the industry fence; collaborating with many major manufacturers (as well as being a sponsored driver) to working for a high-profile industry magazine. During this time he has learned many tricks, tips and techniques and is sharing that knowledge on CompetitionX - the most informative RC website on the internet!

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