Thank you for purchasing this Team Associated product. This assembly manual contains instructions and tips for building and
maintaining your new RC10B5M Team Kit. Please take a moment to read through this manual to help familiarize yourself with
these steps.
We are continually changing and improving our designs; therefore, actual parts may appear slightly different than in the
illustrations. New parts will be noted on supplementary sheets located in the appropriate parts bags. Check each bag for these
sheets before you start to build.
:: KIT Features
Features in the RC10B5M Team Kit:
• Narrowed hard anodized aluminum chassis with centralized mass and mid-motor position for improved handling on high grip
off road tracks
• Chassis fits R.O.A.R. approved 2S saddle packs and 2S short packs using optional foam insert
• V2 12mm “Big Bore” threaded aluminum shocks with 3mm shafts and updated O-rings for improved smoothness
• VTS (Variable Torque multi-plate Slipper) with 3 drive surfaces and high-resolution spring
• New transmission has stronger gears, precision ball bearings, and a 14 carbide ball differential for increased life and torque
capacity
• Adjustable front suspension mount angle (kick-up) options of 25˚ and 30˚
• New Gullwing front suspension features heavy duty steering and caster blocks, while the insert system allows for easy caster and
trailing axle adjustments
• One piece front axle/hex adapter and larger front wheel bearing for added durability
• Updated full bearing steering system with horizontal ball studs for finer Ackermann adjustments
• Heavy-duty ball cups and ball studs allow for maximum suspension travel while reducing binding and friction
• Rear hubs feature larger bearings as well as the quick and easy insert system to adjust camber link position and rear toe-in.
• B5M clear body and wing included
:: Additional
Your new B5M Team Kit comes unassembled
and requires the following items for completion
(refer to catalog section for suggestions):
• R/C two channel surface frequency radio system
• AA-size batteries for transmitter
(#302 alkaline, #303 rechargealble)
• Electronic Speed Control, ESC (#29140, #29143)
• Steering servo (#29166, #29167) • R/C electric motor
• Pinion gear, size determined by type/wind of motor
• Battery charger (a peak detection charger, or LiPo compatible charger)
• 6 cell NiMH battery pack (#700) or a 2 cell LiPo battery pack (#714)
• Calipers or a precision ruler • Needle nose pliers
• Lexan specific spray paint
• Reamer / hole punch
• Cyanacrylate glue (#1597)
• Thread locking compound (#1596)
• Tires and Inserts, Fronts and Rears
Tools included:
• Allen wrenches 1.5mm, 2.0mm
• #1113 12mm Shock Tool
• Multi-wrench
:: Other Helpful Items
• Silicone Shock Fluid (Refer to catalog for complete listings)
• Body Scissors (AE Part # 1737) • Reamer / Hole Punch • Wire Cutters • Hobby Knife
• FT Hex Wrenches (AE Part # 1655) • Needle Nose Pliers • Multi Tool (AE Part #7494)
• Soldering Iron • Calipers or a Precision Ruler • Green Slime shock lube (AE Part # 1105)
up your hardare with the correct drawing until
you find the exact size. Each part in the foldout
has a number assigned to it for ordering
replacement parts.
Customer Service
Tel: 949.544.7500
Fax: 949.544.7501
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:: Front Top Plate and Steering Build - Bag A - AA - Step 1
91048
5407
Red
O-Ring
x2
Heavy-duty
Ballstud,
8mm
!
Note orientation
of steering rack.
:: Front Top Plate and Steering Build - Bag A - AA - Step 2
x2
91475
3 x 7 x 3
Ball Bearing
FT Ballstud
x4
31286
Washer,
aluminum
(2mm)
91391
Steering
Rack
M3 x 12mm
x2
91391
Steering
Bellcrank
89202
BHCS
!
Brace
x2
Do not overtighten steering bolts. Make sure
there is free movement in the steering rack.
91047
Heavy-duty
Ballstud,
6mm
!
Note orientation
of the brace.
91362
B5 Top
Plate
25189
M3 x 22mm
BHCS
x2
91475
3 x 7 x 3
Ball Bearing
91391
Steering
Bellcrank
Brace
x4
:: Front Top Plate and Steering Build - Bag A - AA - Step 3
25202
M3 x 10mm
FHCS
x4
!
91512
RC10B5M
Front Chassis
Plate
25202
M3 x 10mm
FHCS
x5
91510
RC10B5M
Chassis
Remove any flashing
materieal from part
#91512 to ensure a
smooth fit to
part #91514.
91514
RC10B5M
Chassis
Cradle
25201
M3 x 8mm
FHCS
x6
:: Front Top Plate and Steering Build - Bag A - AA - Step 4
91364
Bulkhead
(25 °)
25202
M3 x 10mm
FHCS
!
There are two
bulkheads included
(25 °, 30 °). 25 ° is
the standard one
used.
M3 x 16mm
:: Front Arms and Uprights Build - Bag B - Step 1
31530
M3 x 5mm
BHCS
25237
5 x 10 x 4
Bearing
M3 Locknut,
x2
25215
black
Build 2 (1 left, 1 right)
91047
Heavy-duty
Ballstud,
6mm
Front Axle
Crush Tube
91407
91404
Steering
Block
91406
Front
Axles
91404
Steering
Block Insert
(2-4)
x2
25204
FHCS
x2
x2
Trailing Axle Inserts
2
!
There are multiple options for the
trailing axle inserts. 4mm is the
standard setting. Make sure the
arrow is pointing forward for your
desired selection. Also make sure
both the right and left sides are on
4
the same setting.
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:: Front Arms and Uprights Build - Bag B - Step 2
!
There are two
caster block inserts
included (0°, 5 °). 5 ° is the
standard one used.
You can install an
optional #4670 set
screw to better hold
the caster block inserts
and hinge pin.
91049
Heavy-duty
Ballstud,
10mm
91400
Caster
Block Insert
(5°)
4670
M3 x 8mm
Set Screw
(not included in kit)
M3 Locknut,
25215
black
31520
M2.5 x 6mm
BHCS
(not included in kit)
91400
Caster
Block
You can install an
optional #31520
screw to use as a