The Build – Part 11 The final step in our Team C TM4 build is installing the wheels/tires and body. Build Notes: You’ll be using CA glue to mount the tires to the wheels. CA glue can be nasty stuff if you treat it wrong, so please be careful not to glue your fingers together, …

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The Build – Part 10 You need to supply your own electronics with the Team C TM4, so we’ll be dropping in some old favorites; Savox, Hobbywing and Racer’s Edge. We’ll be keeping everything in line with Futaba’s new 4PX radio system. Build Notes: None. The first step is to find out what pinion gear …

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The Build – Part 9 The Team C TM4 comes with a great set of threaded aluminum shocks. They feature a bottom load cartridge, multiple pistons and bleeder caps for easy building. Build Notes: We’ll be using shock fluid in this step so it’s a good idea to have some paper towels or rags handy. …

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The Build – Part 8 In Part 8 of the Team C TM4 build we’ll be assembling and installing the rear suspension. Pretty straightforward. Build Notes: There were a few manual mistakes that I found, mainly the droop setscrews and anti-roll bar setscrews being mixed up. The manual also calls out a 1.2mm rear anti-roll …

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The Build – Part 7 The next step in the Team C TM4 build is assembling and attaching the front suspension. Build Notes: Pay close attention to the left and right parts used in each step. It will be easy to mix these up but I’ll try and call them out as much as I …

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When you think of 1:10 scale 4WD buggies, your mind probably heads right for big dogs like Team Associated, TLR, Kyosho and maybe even XRay. Team C may not be a household name, but their 4WD buggy, the TM4, is putting down some hot laps and having those other guys take notice. We’ve got our …

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The Build – Part 6 The TM4 uses a dual top deck with a center aluminum bulkhead cap. This allows for easier maintenance than a car will a full top deck. We’ll also be installing the front and rear shock towers and wing mounts. Build Notes: If you choose, you can seal the edges of …

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The Build – Part 5 In Part 5 of our Team C TM4 build, we install the servo, servo saver and complete steering rack. We also get to build ONE turnbuckle. Build Notes: You may want to hook up your electronics to make sure your servo is centered prior to installation. The TM4 positions the …

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The Build – Part 4 To help spare the drivetrain from sudden jolts, an adjustable center slipper clutch is included with the TM4. It’s similar in design to most 4WD center slippers and does a good job of keeping things in check when the surface gets slippery. Build Notes: The only thing you will want …

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The Build – Part 3 Diffs are built so it’s time to install them in the gearboxes and get the gearboxes attached to the chassis. Build Notes: This build step is pretty easy, just pay attention to which gearbox and center drive axle you use. The gearboxes have different output angles while the drive axles …

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