Team C TM4 - Official Release Thread
01-23-2014, 06:41 AM
#1
Team C TM4 - Official Release Thread
Before everyone whines, I know there is another thread for this vehicle, but I'm starting a new one that will contain release information useful for drivers in the first few pages.
From RedRC.net: Team C Racing’s TM4 4WD buggy kit is known for some time now and while the first factory drivers got their hands on pre-production kits the actual production kits should hit the stores very soon. As reported before the buggy builds on a newly developed 7075-T& aluminium chassis with plastic side rails and it features a special layout designed around the use of 2S LiPo shorty packs. Having virtually nothing in common with the previous T4 platform the kit includes new gearboxes with updated anti-roll bar mounts, a new motor mount, updated big bore shock absorbers with upper composite caps, a newly designed slipper clutch with octagonal slipper pads, new A-arms with droop screws and updated steering parts for added agility. The kit is rounded out by 14mm aluminium wheel hex adapters and a cab forward body shell.
From RedRC.net: Team C Racing’s TM4 4WD buggy kit is known for some time now and while the first factory drivers got their hands on pre-production kits the actual production kits should hit the stores very soon. As reported before the buggy builds on a newly developed 7075-T& aluminium chassis with plastic side rails and it features a special layout designed around the use of 2S LiPo shorty packs. Having virtually nothing in common with the previous T4 platform the kit includes new gearboxes with updated anti-roll bar mounts, a new motor mount, updated big bore shock absorbers with upper composite caps, a newly designed slipper clutch with octagonal slipper pads, new A-arms with droop screws and updated steering parts for added agility. The kit is rounded out by 14mm aluminium wheel hex adapters and a cab forward body shell.
01-23-2014, 06:42 AM
#2
Reserved - Setup Sheets and Information.
Useful Links:
Where to get parts:
Vendetta Hobbies
https://vendettahobbies.com/
3547 South Hwy 26, Valley Springs, Ca. 95252
CALL US 209-286-9008
EMAIL: [email protected]
Team C USA Site (temp - go to Vendetta Hobbies for real prices)
https://teamcusa.us/
Michael Barrios (MJBTaco) Outdoor Clay Setups:
http://site.petitrc.com/setup/teamc/...ceway20140208/
Marcus Williams (MantisWorx) Dirt Setup:
Hupo Honigl Carpet Setup:
Useful Links:
Where to get parts:
Vendetta Hobbies
https://vendettahobbies.com/
3547 South Hwy 26, Valley Springs, Ca. 95252
CALL US 209-286-9008
EMAIL: [email protected]
Team C USA Site (temp - go to Vendetta Hobbies for real prices)
https://teamcusa.us/
- Team C TM4 top page on PetitRC: http://www.petitrc.com/setup/teamc/S...sTeamCTM4.html
- Editable Setup Sheet on PetitRC: http://www.petitrc.com/setup/teamc/s...SetupSheet.pdf
Michael Barrios (MJBTaco) Outdoor Clay Setups:
http://site.petitrc.com/setup/teamc/...ceway20140208/
Marcus Williams (MantisWorx) Dirt Setup:
Hupo Honigl Carpet Setup:
Last edited by Woulvesbaine; 09-04-2017 at 10:38 PM.
01-23-2014, 06:42 AM
#3
Reserved - Build Tips and Information.
From crazydane!
1) Play with the shimming of the diffs. I ended up with two shims on the case side of rear diff and 2 on the gear side of the front diff. As Roy stated to me, this will change (move shims around over time as wear in takes place).
2) I played with polishing and smoothing gear teeth (cheese cloth) by spinning the diff in the case and removing at the "grind spot" deal with the issue...now I have super smooth tranny.
3) Slipper clutch: Main gear has a press fit requirement for the 10x12 bearing...be careful. Also, the gear has a super tight fit over the drive shaft. You need to enlarge the hole slightly or it will be just too tight and no slipper action will occur.
4) Slipper clutch: use a M3-3 instead of the prescribed m3-5 since the M3-5 will promote binding with the rear drive shaft. The m3-3 provides 2mm of space.
5) The recommended length of the camber links and steering linkage is off, you will need to adjust for proper suspension config.
Don't use to much Loctite on the screws going into aluminum...trust me.
From RoyJ, TeamC USA manager:
The TM4 manual shows the body to be part number TB401, which is a misprint. The correct part number is T04165 for the TM4 body.
From crazydane!
1) Play with the shimming of the diffs. I ended up with two shims on the case side of rear diff and 2 on the gear side of the front diff. As Roy stated to me, this will change (move shims around over time as wear in takes place).
2) I played with polishing and smoothing gear teeth (cheese cloth) by spinning the diff in the case and removing at the "grind spot" deal with the issue...now I have super smooth tranny.
3) Slipper clutch: Main gear has a press fit requirement for the 10x12 bearing...be careful. Also, the gear has a super tight fit over the drive shaft. You need to enlarge the hole slightly or it will be just too tight and no slipper action will occur.
4) Slipper clutch: use a M3-3 instead of the prescribed m3-5 since the M3-5 will promote binding with the rear drive shaft. The m3-3 provides 2mm of space.
5) The recommended length of the camber links and steering linkage is off, you will need to adjust for proper suspension config.
Don't use to much Loctite on the screws going into aluminum...trust me.
From RoyJ, TeamC USA manager:
The TM4 manual shows the body to be part number TB401, which is a misprint. The correct part number is T04165 for the TM4 body.
Last edited by Woulvesbaine; 03-06-2014 at 12:04 AM.
01-23-2014, 06:44 AM
#4
Reserved - Parts sources and other information sources. Please PM me if you are an dealer that will actively support this vehicle and want your link below.
Upgraded Steel Gears: TS413
Upgraded CVDs: Tu0451 and TU0452
http://evohobbies.com/
http://addictionrc.net/
Video of Team C Big Bore Shock Build:
Big Bores with Bleeder Caps:
In Espanol with a different approach to Bleeder Caps:
Videos Of the TM4 in Action:
1. MantisWorx:
Upgraded Steel Gears: TS413
Upgraded CVDs: Tu0451 and TU0452
http://evohobbies.com/
http://addictionrc.net/
Video of Team C Big Bore Shock Build:
| + http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnY-p-YrM_c" title="View this video at YouTube in a new window or tab" target="_blank">YouTube Video | |
Big Bores with Bleeder Caps:
| + http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzTso62Lsys" title="View this video at YouTube in a new window or tab" target="_blank">YouTube Video | |
In Espanol with a different approach to Bleeder Caps:
| + http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukTCyfIv-iA" title="View this video at YouTube in a new window or tab" target="_blank">YouTube Video | |
Videos Of the TM4 in Action:
1. MantisWorx:
| + http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HJey...-Fo8faTUHBBuDw" title="View this video at YouTube in a new window or tab" target="_blank">YouTube Video | |
Last edited by Woulvesbaine; 03-09-2016 at 08:40 PM.
01-24-2014, 06:13 AM
#12
Tech Master
iTrader: (28)
team c, I think durango has 14mm hex as well? it looks like the old 12mm hex will fit as well, I'm planning on trying that since I've got 12mm hex wheels from my 2wd buggy, this way i can try treads i've got before mounting some on the new 14mm hex rims
01-31-2014, 05:33 PM
#14
First day out with it and it is REALLY good! i will report back over the weekend but until then here is I think the first vid of the car on dirt!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HJey...ature=youtu.be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HJey...ature=youtu.be
02-01-2014, 06:55 AM
#15
First day out with it and it is REALLY good! i will report back over the weekend but until then here is I think the first vid of the car on dirt!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HJey...ature=youtu.be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HJey...ature=youtu.be
I have some build notes I shared on the other Team C forums...but they really need to be here. So, here they are!:
1) Play with the shimming of the diffs. I ended up with two shims on the case side of rear diff and 2 on the gear side of the front diff. As Roy stated to me, this will change (move shims around over time as wear in takes place).
2) I played with polishing and smoothing gear teeth (cheese cloth) by spinning the diff in the case and removing at the "grind spot" deal with the issue...now I have super smooth tranny.
3) Slipper clutch: Main gear has a press fit requirement for the 10x12 bearing...be careful. Also, the gear has a super tight fit over the drive shaft. You need to enlarge the hole slightly or it will be just too tight and no slipper action will occur.
4) Slipper clutch: use a M3-3 instead of the prescribed m3-5 since the M3-5 will promote binding with the rear drive shaft. The m3-3 provides 2mm of space.
5) The recommended length of the camber links and steering linkage is off, you will need to adjust for proper suspension config.
Don't use to much Loctite on the screws going into aluminum...trust me.
Anyway, I will try and post some vid's as well. I will share setup sheets! Marus, nice ride sir!
Love this car.