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Beginner’s Guide to RC – How Much Do You Really Have to Spend to Go Fast? It’s no big secret that the touring car segment of RC isn’t doing so hot. Ask any number of …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …