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B44.2 Build & Tuning FAQ with Links at bottom of this 1st post
July 15th 2014 - Link to Official Team Associated B44.3 FT Kit The RC10B44 is a proven winning platform with two I.F.M.A.R. World Championships and four R.O.A.R. National titles under its belt! The B44.2 Factory Team kit takes the next step in drawing out every opportunity to maximize the 4WD buggy's potential. The big news on the B44.2 is the new Factory Team 12mm 'Big Bore' hard-anodized shocks. The shocks feature threaded collars, machined aluminum shock caps with bleed screws, and are completed with TiN "Gold" 3mm shock shafts. The end result is a 12mm shock that delivers a plush and compliant ride that keeps the B44.2's tires planted on the ground. The B44.2 also received an updated 2.5mm carbon-fiber chassis that is 8mm longer and 3mm narrower than the previous model. This not only improves stability and overall handling of the B44.2 but also accommodates the new LiPo quick-change battery mounting system, and VTS multiplate slipper assembly. The engineers in Area 51 have once again evolved the B44 to keep it a winner, while everyone else is just trying to keep up. If you're ready to step up your 4WD program, the B44.2 is ready for you! Factory Team 12mm 'Big Bore' hard anodized aluminum threaded shocks with TiN "Gold" 3mm shock shafts · Updated 2.5mm carbon-fiber chassis +8mm optimized for LiPo saddle packs · VTS slipper (variable torque, multi-plate slipper with 3 drive surfaces) assembly featuring a high-rate spring · Composite battery trays allow for battery position adjustment with integrated spacers and quick-change battery straps · Updated 3.5mm front shock tower and 3.0mm rear shock tower designed specifically for the new 12mm shocks · Factory Team 12mm aluminum rear clamping hexes and rear hex wheels · Updated front top deck for increased rigidity featuring locking antenna mount · Factory Team 7075-T6 blue aluminum 0° rear hubs with oversized outer bearing · Updated front suspension arm for increased durability · Blue aluminum cam-type motor mount for easier and more secure gear mesh adjustments · JConcepts Finnisher +8mm body (clear) and Factory Team protective chassis tape included B44.2 Build and Tune FAQ - Updated October 12th, 2013 All videos courtesy of UN4RACING B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 4 - Pre-Build Diff Cleaning B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 4 - Diff Build B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 4 - Diff Break In B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 5/6 - Gearboxes - Part 1 B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 5/6 - Gearboxes - Part 2 B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 7 - Steering Rack B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 8 - Chassis Front End B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 9 - Chassis Rear End B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 10 - Slipper Pre-Build B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 10 - Slipper Assembly B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 11 - Center Bulkheads B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 11 - Front Upper Chassis B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 12 - Rear Upper Chassis B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 13 - Turnbuckle Build B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 13/15 - Drivetrain CVA Build B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 13/14 - Front Suspension Build B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 15 - Rear Suspension Build B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 16 - Anti-Roll Bar B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 17 - Battery Tray - Part 1 B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 17 - Battery Tray - Part 2 B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 18 - Shock Build - Part 1 B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 18 - Shock Build - Part 2.1 B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 18 - Shock Build - Part 2.2 B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 18 - Shock Build - Part 3 B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 18 - Shock Build - Part 4 B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 19 - Finishing the Build B44.2 Kit Manual - Page 19/20 - Wiring & Electronics B44.2 - Diff Break in on the Table B44.2 - Easy Slipper Installation B44.2 - Handy Diff Adjustment Tool B44.2 - How to Build the Handy Diff Tool B44.2 - Trouble Shooting Droop and CVA Plunge B44.2 - Front Arm O-Ring Mod Team Associated Driver Setup Sheets |
Originally Posted by big chris
(Post 11248699)
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so sick
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looks sick...... wish I wasn't poor :(
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Great update.The 12mm hex is just for the rear end?
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Originally Posted by 30Tooth
(Post 11248786)
Great update.The 12mm hex is just for the rear end?
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Aluminum turnbuckles?
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Yes,I have a B44 but the front isn't 12mm hex that's why I asked if that changed.
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Can't you use the B4.1 front hexes on the front?
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It looks as if the front is an aluminum hub just not clamping. It's held in by a pin.
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Plastic battery tray and hold downs?at least leave the hold down carbon
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Buy a marked down B44.1, get the big bores and updated shock towers and throw on an AVID slipper system and your done.
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Front hub doesnt look to have changed. you cant use the b4 hexes on the front because the 4wd wheels arent 12mm hex.
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Originally Posted by pink_sleeve
(Post 11248856)
Aluminum turnbuckles?
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Originally Posted by Jmuck69
(Post 11248913)
Buy a marked down B44.1, get the big bores and updated shock towers and throw on an AVID slipper system and your done.
Originally Posted by Matt Trimmings
(Post 11248918)
gotta be a error, those are the standard FT Titanium Turnbuckles.
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No gear diffs?
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Originally Posted by OptimumRC
(Post 11248959)
Except you still wouldn't have the longer chassis, and all the stuff that goes with that.
I agree. I would bet money that has to be a typo! Especially since the photo appears to be the standard titanium turnbuckle. |
Originally Posted by OptimumRC
(Post 11248959)
Except you still wouldn't have the longer chassis, and all the stuff that goes with that.
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Originally Posted by Jmuck69
(Post 11248891)
Can't you use the B4.1 front hexes on the front?
Maybe all these years the wrong description was "Blue FT turnbuckles" :D |
Is this the "Big thing" that was talked about on their facebook page?
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I am guessing so....
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Nope,the big thing is that a B4.2 with VTS, BB and wheel hexes is next :)
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Oh boy it looks like a rtr with that plastic crap! wow Big Bores included also who cares Screw it looks retarted with the changes I would be ashamed at my self if I bought that Lol! Sticking with my brand new 44 that looks like that with out the plastic crap!
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Hey anyone notice that this guy has it before associated/live rc/red rc has it on their web site!
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Originally Posted by Eli
(Post 11249068)
Is this the "Big thing" that was talked about on their facebook page?
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It does seem like a lot of hype for a not so updated car...
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Originally Posted by CT RACER
(Post 11249120)
Oh boy it looks like a rtr with that plastic crap! wow Big Bores included also who cares Screw it looks retarted with the changes I would be ashamed at my self if I bought that Lol! Sticking with my brand new 44 that looks like that with out the plastic crap!
Ur just mad you have a b44.1 and want this. Personally. I can't wait to get someones cheap b44.1 lol! maybe this is my christmas present. |
Originally Posted by Jmuck69
(Post 11249157)
I personally don't think this is it. This is just another update. This is not Area 51 work.
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Originally Posted by CT RACER
(Post 11249120)
Oh boy it looks like a rtr with that plastic crap! wow Big Bores included also who cares Screw it looks retarted with the changes I would be ashamed at my self if I bought that Lol! Sticking with my brand new 44 that looks like that with out the plastic crap!
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Originally Posted by idrummerboy13
(Post 11249161)
dude u don't think, a.e has reasons. Guarantee all these upgrades will make a better handling and more durable kit.
Ur just mad you have a b44.1 and want this. Personally. I can't wait to get someones cheap b44.1 lol! maybe this is my christmas present. |
Originally Posted by CT RACER
(Post 11249229)
No Im almost positive the pros are not gonna run that battery tray and gear cover everything else yes! I'm not Ill just keep getting them 44.1's till I can no longer can! And no I don't want it! I'm keeping my big bore conversion with my associated bb springs! I like it better than the big bores! Personally!
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Originally Posted by CT RACER
(Post 11249229)
No Im almost positive the pros are not gonna run that battery tray and gear cover everything else yes! I'm not Ill just keep getting them 44.1's till I can no longer can! And no I don't want it! I'm keeping my big bore conversion with my associated bb springs! I like it better than the big bores! Personally!
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I want, part number and ETA please! I need a new wheeler before the first weekend of November. Get on it AE!
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What's wrong with a spur guard and battery hold downs? You'd rather screw multiple nuts down each time you want to change the battery rather than flick two plastic things around?
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Originally Posted by seth556
(Post 11249333)
What's wrong with a spur guard and battery hold downs? You'd rather screw multiple nuts down each time you want to change the battery rather than flick two plastic things around?
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Originally Posted by nv529
(Post 11249306)
I want, part number and ETA please! I need a new wheeler before the first weekend of November. Get on it AE!
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Where was the picnic the details found? AE hasn't updated their website
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Looks like i'll have a week old b44.1 for sale
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so what's the deal with this "ad"? i didn't see anything on associated's site or anywhere else on a "b44.2". to me it seems like a waste to upgrade this buggy like that.
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Originally Posted by 07Forester
(Post 11249563)
Looks like i'll have a week old b44.1 for sale
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