Team Associated B6 & B6D thread
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#181
Might have missed it but are B5m bodies compatible with the B6?
#184
Tech Rookie
I am curious if you could run a ball diff in the B6 if you wanted, instead of the gear diff? And what about the MIP Pucks Bi-Metal R-CVD for 17.5, would the same ones for the B5M work?
Last edited by Zephus; 05-01-2016 at 07:31 PM.
#187
Tech Regular
I still can't believe AE did this such a short time after such a successful B5 platform just a couple short years after release!
Besides money of course, does anyone have a good theory/reason why they would do this? I know the biggest reason like everything else is for more money but I know a lot of you follow this much more than me
Besides money of course, does anyone have a good theory/reason why they would do this? I know the biggest reason like everything else is for more money but I know a lot of you follow this much more than me
#188
The run the B4 & xxx had were an exception, not the rule. It's easy to be caught behind the 8-ball after a run like that.
#189
Tech Master
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Market competition. It's easy to think "money" and that's certainly part if it, but if your product underperforms in the marketplace, you suffer and your dedicated dealers suffer. They must've seen a big change because they're working through B5r's still ("limited" edition with "m" conversion), which means they over forecasted that platform.
The run the B4 & xxx had were an exception, not the rule. It's easy to be caught behind the 8-ball after a run like that.
The run the B4 & xxx had were an exception, not the rule. It's easy to be caught behind the 8-ball after a run like that.
They could of called it B5.1C and B5.1M, they could call it what ever they want. B6 is the marketing side. But overall names aside, the car looks better.
B6D is my B5m replacemeant, B6 is new sugar track car. Only thing for me are the ball cups. I have not popped one ball cup in two years and love it. Broke a handful of parts I could count on two hands. Next three months are going to be fun seeing the factory changes and any weak points.
Can't wait to put together and hit track.
#192
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At a glance the B5m and B6 may look the same but they are different in many ways. The front spindles don't work on the B5M Bc the geometry is changed to match the new steering setup. The rear shock bodies are also 27.5 now instead of 31. And the bodies from the B5M series do not work with the B6 or B6D without cutting and bending. I'd imagine the manual and parts listing will be available in the next week or 2.
#194
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I still can't believe AE did this such a short time after such a successful B5 platform just a couple short years after release!
Besides money of course, does anyone have a good theory/reason why they would do this? I know the biggest reason like everything else is for more money but I know a lot of you follow this much more than me
Besides money of course, does anyone have a good theory/reason why they would do this? I know the biggest reason like everything else is for more money but I know a lot of you follow this much more than me
The main thing I dislike about the new car is the CF towers. I personally have sanding and sealing cf. And they still break and cost a ton to replace. I thought the composite front towers were fine. That being said, AE is offering a lot of car for $309. After coupon codes from tower, this car will be very affordable and lots to be a good car (EOS results). I look forward to seeing it as the JC stock nats. Indoor clay and 17.5 motors.
**** Also, why is there still no OEM fan mount, lol. Surely there must be enough 17.5 drivers to design one.
#195
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I still can't believe AE did this such a short time after such a successful B5 platform just a couple short years after release!
Besides money of course, does anyone have a good theory/reason why they would do this? I know the biggest reason like everything else is for more money but I know a lot of you follow this much more than me
Besides money of course, does anyone have a good theory/reason why they would do this? I know the biggest reason like everything else is for more money but I know a lot of you follow this much more than me