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charl mac 07-17-2011 11:11 AM

Thanks, might just do that.

idbdoug 07-22-2011 03:44 PM

Is the front end wider with new conversion???
Is there any official information from Associated Yet because i can't find anything on their website??
thanks
idbdoug

RedBullFiXX 07-22-2011 03:50 PM


Originally Posted by idbdoug (Post 9426168)
Is the front end wider with new conversion???
Is there any official information from Associated Yet because i can't find anything on their website??
thanks
idbdoug

http://www.teamassociated.com/news/l...Conversion_Kit


The RC12R5 chassis has been optimized for 1S LiPo batteries, with the following additional enhancements:

Inline battery positioning generates a lower polar moment of inertia for smoother mid-corner steering in high traction conditions
Lengthened wheel base for added stability
Front bulkhead mounting position widened to give more options for upper control arm length and added adjustability for multiple track and motor conditions
Updated rear upper pod geometry increases leverage on center shock to help compensate for the lighter minimum overall chassis mass when using LiPo batteries
Stronger blue aluminum chassis braces
Thicker 3mm rear chassis brace gives extra support for rear body posts ad side springs
http://www.teamassociated.com/pictur...88/4690_md.jpg

evirobs 07-24-2011 11:01 PM

what is the difference in wheel base for the new conversion kit?
Is this conversion better suit for high traction surface?

masterhit 08-04-2011 06:26 AM

Looks like the conversion kits are making there way into the wild.

Tower is showing them in stock....

Mine should be here tomorrow! :nod:

Mike Slaughter

AreCee 08-12-2011 07:14 AM

Yesterday I got an email from Stormer that the kit is in stock. By the time I got around to ordering one they were sold out that afternoon.

Found one at Ampdraw for a few dollars less, Yay!! Almost $16 less than Tower.

I'm not sure if it will make a huge difference in the car but I figured that I might as well get the kit so when I rebuild the car the new parts will go on. New is always nice to have. :lol:

pettyeagles 08-12-2011 03:22 PM


Originally Posted by AreCee (Post 9515863)
Yesterday I got an email from Stormer that the kit is in stock. By the time I got around to ordering one they were sold out that afternoon.

Found one at Ampdraw for a few dollars less, Yay!! Almost $16 less than Tower.

I'm not sure if it will make a huge difference in the car but I figured that I might as well get the kit so when I rebuild the car the new parts will go on. New is always nice to have. :lol:

Come on Dave, do you really need this???:sweat:

AreCee 08-12-2011 03:47 PM


Originally Posted by pettyeagles (Post 9517515)
Come on Dave, do you really need this???:sweat:

Ken,

I do if you come into the game. I need any edge to stay in front of you my friend.:lol:

pettyeagles 08-12-2011 05:59 PM

Looking forward to running 1/12 with you this year. Now there will be 2
12R5's whoopin' up on the CRC's.:sneaky:

AreCee 08-12-2011 06:11 PM


Originally Posted by pettyeagles (Post 9518068)
Looking forward to running 1/12 with you this year. Now there will be 2
12R5's whoopin' up on the CRC's.:sneaky:

Yeah, just us two AE guys against the rest in both 1/12 and WGT.

Wait, Timmy has the 12L too.

auzzy_mate 08-12-2011 10:12 PM

Ah
 
Just purchased, :):):):):)

idbdoug 08-14-2011 08:04 AM

Has anybody actually measured front end and length of car to see how much wider and longer the car is after conversion????
thanks
idbdoug

RedBullFiXX 08-14-2011 10:46 AM


Originally Posted by idbdoug (Post 9523412)
Has anybody actually measured front end and length of car to see how much wider and longer the car is after conversion????
thanks
idbdoug

2mm longer wheelbase.
4mm wider front end.

AreCee 08-14-2011 12:40 PM


Originally Posted by RedBullFiXX (Post 9523970)
2mm longer wheelbase.
4mm wider front end.

Thanks, good to know the front is wider. I had widened my 5.1 by 2mm so I guess I don't need those spacers in there when I rebuild the car with the Lipo conversion.

RedBullFiXX 08-14-2011 01:26 PM

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Yes, I use to do the same on my old 5.1... :D

New 5.2
Putting on the finishing touches.
Shakedown next weekend.


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