The Build – Part 17 The final step in the Team Associated TC6.1 Build is the wheels, tires and body. Build Notes: If you plan on mounting your own wheels and tires, I suggest using a set of CompetitionX Gloo Toobs to keep the gluing process simple and pain-free. I had the Protoform body custom …

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The Build – Part 16 In this step we’ll be installing the electronics; Team Associated XP1015 servo, Airtronics M11x reciever (92744), LRP SXX Stock Spec V2 Brushless Speed Control and a Reedy Sonic 17.5 Brushless Motor. Build Notes: Since the TC6.1 is a racing machine, space on the chassis is somewhat limited when it comes …

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The Build – Part 15 The anti-roll bars are a major tuning option for the TC6.1 (for all on-road cars, actually). Care must be taken to make sure that these bars are completely straight and are built exactly the same on the left and right sides. Build Notes: The TC6.1 comes with AE’s new H.D.R.C. …

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The Build – Part 14 Team Associated has done away with the standard post-and-battery strap plan. Instead, they have crafted a pair of nifty braces that allow you to use battery tape. While this does mean an additional expense for you (anywhere from $12 to $24 for the good stuff), the result is a clean, …

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The Build – Part 13 In this step we will attach the shocks, front bumper and body mounts to the TC6.1. Build Notes: Depending on the body you run, you might need to trim your front foam bumper. You can either do so with a dremel (pretty) or scissors/hobby knife (not so pretty). Either way, …

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The Build – Part 12 In this step we will be building the rear hubs. AE has incorporated the same insert-style for rear toe as the did for the front steering knuckles. Build Notes: The rear hub inserts are a press-fit. Just in case, I would suggest applying a VERY small dab of CA glue …

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The Build – Part 11 Up next is the front steering knuckles. AE has updated their caster blocks with adjustment inserts. These inserts can be changed to allow different degrees of caster. The rest of this step should be pretty simple, especially since we already built the CVA’s. Build Notes: The front caster block inserts …

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The Build – Part 10 We have split the top deck up into its own step simply because it is a pretty crucial step. We want to keep the chassis as flat as possible during this part of the build. Build Notes: Most of the screws in this step tap into aluminum parts. Make sure …

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The Build – Part 9 In this step we’ll assemble the spur gear to the center hub as well as attach the front and rear belts. We will also be installing the front spool and rear diff. Build Notes: Not to much to say with this step other than to have a little loctite handy …

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The Build – Part 8 While the steering setup on the TC6.1 is similar to other cars, the way the Ackermann is adjusted is all new. It’s very easy to adjust and doesn’t require you to disassemble anything. Oh, and it goes together quite easily. Build Notes: Be very careful when installing the C-clip on …

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