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06-29-2007, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Albino2000

Hello!

I want to buy me a TC5. The car will be used on carpet.

What kind of (usefull) tuning will I need?

Can I use the spring set from the TC3/TC4 or is there a new one for the TC5?

Thanks

Springs are the same

What do you mean by "useful" tuning?

The car comes ready for carpet. Check out some of the set up sheets on the Associated website.

06-29-2007, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Albino2000

Hello!

I want to buy me a TC5. The car will be used on carpet.

What kind of (usefull) tuning will I need?

Can I use the spring set from the TC3/TC4 or is there a new one for the TC5?

Thanks

The springs are interchangeable. And as far as I know, there are no new rates specifically for the TC5.

You will need both 4 and 6 degree caster blocks for tuning and shock oil up to 60 wt. Other than that, the car comes with everything else you will need to tune it.

06-29-2007, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by pinggoy

thank you ..

i was looking at the set up on rc10.com ryan had his ride height set at 5mm and had his droop at 5mm so that means there is no droop?

Anytime you see a drop number that high it means with a droop gauge. If you see something like 1-2mm then its above ride height.

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06-29-2007, 07:00 AM

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thanx ea..!!!!! ... tc5 here i goooo................

06-29-2007, 08:23 AM

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What does the TC5 need to race on carpet ?

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06-29-2007, 09:02 AM

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Wow... I think I need a tissue

06-30-2007, 05:17 AM

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I forgot to say that I use rubber tires... Does anyone test the car with it. I looked at Juho Levannens car at the LRP TCM. There were a lot of diffent parts in it, which are not in the kit...

06-30-2007, 08:29 AM

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How is everyones lap times with the new TC5 sedan? Is there an improvement?

My son wants one, so I am looking into a few different cars.

Thanks,
...Jim
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06-30-2007, 08:51 AM

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I have only had one day with my TC5....at Seattle Indoor Raceway....by the end of the day my laptimes were up to par with what anyone has been running lately....

Go get one and you will see....

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06-30-2007, 09:21 AM

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On carpet.Box stock setup....already about on par with my Cyclone which I've had for 2 seasons already.Awesome.Mario.

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Originally Posted by W.E.D.Jim

How is everyones lap times with the new TC5 sedan? Is there an improvement?

My son wants one, so I am looking into a few different cars.

Thanks,
...Jim
W.E.D.

06-30-2007, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by W.E.D.Jim

How is everyones lap times with the new TC5 sedan? Is there an improvement?

My son wants one, so I am looking into a few different cars.

Thanks,
...Jim
W.E.D.

I would recommend the TC5 highly. People are saying that you need the ITF chassis to be competitive, but I found that the box stock setup with only a few minor changes had the car glued to the track. If you get your son a TC5, you will not be disappointed.

06-30-2007, 10:47 AM

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i have just build me tc5 ad unfortunately it is setup for carpet racing.. i have to buy 3 hole shock piston and softer springs.. any suggestion on how to make the chassi flex? like take some screws from the bulkheads? cause i dont have money to buy the asphalt chassi yet... thanx...

06-30-2007, 10:56 AM

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i would start by cutting out this part of the top deck and take out the battery strap if you are running one

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06-30-2007, 12:49 PM

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thanx marcos... i will try to take the battery strap out.... im might considerin buying the itf top deck.. since its just 20$ ... hope it will make it a bit flexible...

06-30-2007, 12:56 PM

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What is the difference between these two items?

31175 - Spool Pulley

31179 - Spool kit

Also does anyone know where I can find the instruction manual online for the TC5? I can not find it on the AE site.... I was there about few weeks back but it is not there today...