TC3 Forum
Tech Fanatic
Get some V2 arms and mount the shocks in the inner hole, makes the suspension softer (V1 arms only have the outer hole), I run TC4 shock towers and mount the shocks 2 hole in from out, if traction rolling I will go in one more hole.
Tech Regular
iTrader: (15)
Yeah I have a set just never put em on. I have at least 3 more sets of the version 1 rear arms, next week I'll switch out the rear arms to see what I get. I also plan on getting the TC4 chassis braces and at least rear shock tower.
Tech Apprentice
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spares
Guys,
I picked up a TC3 to play around with in VTA. It's a nice roller, but I have zero spare parts. Anny suggestions on what I should order and keep on hand to keep it up and running on race days?
Running mostly carpet and board contact is likely..
Thanks.
I picked up a TC3 to play around with in VTA. It's a nice roller, but I have zero spare parts. Anny suggestions on what I should order and keep on hand to keep it up and running on race days?
Running mostly carpet and board contact is likely..
Thanks.
Tech Master
iTrader: (21)
inner hinge pin blocks and a spare front bumper that is the only thing i have ever broke and the ocasional bearing going out
Tech Fanatic
Tech Master
iTrader: (49)
Mike's in Carrolton? Here's my list of must haves:
- Front steering blocks
- Front block c-carriers
- Block carrier bushings
- 4-40 shoulder bolts for the blocks
- Front a-arms
- Maybe some a-arm mounts
- Spur gears
Tech Apprentice
iTrader: (6)
Mike's in Carrolton? Here's my list of must haves:
- Front steering blocks
- Front block c-carriers
- Block carrier bushings
- 4-40 shoulder bolts for the blocks
- Front a-arms
- Maybe some a-arm mounts
- Spur gears
Appreciate everyone's help.
Tech Master
iTrader: (49)
Speaking of front end parts that go ka-plowie, are there other aftermarket solutions other than aluminum for the steering block and carrier? Just wondering if there are parts made with more forgiving materials available.
Tech Regular
iTrader: (23)
Sixace ....... The stock TC3 hinge pins are weak and will bend in a hard hit. Most new drivers will not notice this and the suspension can bind making handling erratic. I recommend using drill Rod of the same diameter cut to length to replace the hinge pins.
Rojna, when using TC4 chassis braces you do not necessarily need to use TC4 shock towers but many do. We have guys at the track using TC4 braces with the camber links relocated but still have the stock TC3 shock towers.
Tech Master
iTrader: (49)
Hmmmmm... all of my TC3s had ASC3874 block carrier bushings, two per carrier. These are used with the 4-40 shoulder bolts and upper link ball through the carrier to the steering block. Whenever the front end gets obliterated these bushings get lost.
Tech Regular
iTrader: (23)
Ah, you were talking about the steering bushings not suspension hinge pin bushings like the modern cars have. Now I understand what you were taking about. Funny I have never lost a set of those bushings on any of my 3 TC3 cars. Must be good luck on my part.
Tech Master
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Tech Regular
iTrader: (15)
I bought a TC3 parts lot to help stock up on parts. I want to pick up a couple more TC3's preferably some with upgraded parts. There are a few online stores selling TC3 parts still.