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COMPLETE GUIDE
ASSOCIATED R/C CAR
If you are new to R/C racing and are ready to purchase your first kit, we recommend using the handy shopping list below. This list
will help you to get many of the parts you need to assemble your kit. Not all shop owners specialize in R/C racing, so use this handy
form to be assured of getting many of the parts you need the first time.
If you are a beginner to R/C, we suggest first that you obtain a ready-to-run version of one of our popular race kits. They are
economically priced and contain the radio, nitro engine, and painted body. If the racing bug bites later, you may purchase the options
that upgrade the vehicle to the full competition racing version.
If you love the building process, or already have the radio system and engine on hand, choose a kit version. The instructions
have been widely praised in R/C magazine reviews for clarity and ease of use. Some of the tools you need are already included in these
kits.
Whether you get an RTR or kit version, check to make sure you get all the components below. Take this list with you when you go
shopping for an Associated RTR or kit. You’ll need these parts to operate the car and maintain it.
TO BUYING A
NITRO
EQUIPMENT
#2915 shown
#1738 shown
Wheel type R/C 2 channel radio
system with 1 or two servos. The servos
are usually included with the radio.
(RTRs already include a radio system.)
Glow plug igniter system.
Extra glow plugs.
Receiver battery charger--IF you
use NiCd rechargeable batteries.
.12 or .15 glow fuel R/C engine,
pull start. (RTRs already include a pull
start engine.)
Fuel tank fill bottle.
#LRP4145 shown
#1749 shown
R/C car glow fuel (we recommend
Blue Thunder or O'Donnell racing fuels).
#615 shown
#1750 shown
Receiver battery pack. This means 4
AA batteries, or a 5-cell pack of Ni-Cad
rechargeable batteries. Use a #615
hump pack for the GT and #614 flat
pack for the Nitro TC3.
Associated Electrics, Inc.
3585 Cadillac Ave.
Costa Mesa, Ca 92626
(714) 850-9342
www.TeamAssociated.com
Starter box (#1750) for non pull
start engines only.
12 volt battery for starter system
(for non pull start engines).
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COMPLETE GUIDE TO BUYING AN ASSOCIATED R/C CAR
In addition, you will find the following tools useful. Check your toolbox to see if you already have these:
TOOLS
Pencil-type soldering iron and Rosin
core solder to solder your motor in the
unassembled kit version (many R/C
hobby shops will do the soldering free
for you if you buy the kit from them.)
Locking adhesive.
#1596 shown
Needle nose
pliers.
#SP78, 1551 shown
Phillips screwdriver
Flat blade screwdriver.
5/16” nut driver.
Accurate ruler.
Hobby knife.
Some RTRs already come with a body painted and mounted, so you may not need the following items. If your
kit does not include a body, you'll need to get one that fits your chassis. You’ll need spray paints in your choice of
colors for an unpainted body. We recommend Pactra™ paints formulated for Lexan™.
NTC3 #6146 shown
MGT #25177, 25178
BODY
#1737 shown
Automotive masking tape to mask
off the body and create your own fancy
design.
Hobby scissors to cut the body
easily and accurately.
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COMPLETE GUIDE TO BUYING AN ASSOCIATED R/C CAR
#2042 Nitro TC3 shown
#7091 RC10GT truck shown
#20500 Monster GT shown
Shop around for the best deal. Call your local hobby shop and see if they carry R/C products. Associated manufactures
tough, race-quality kits. You may find many shops offering lower-quality R/C cars. These will not have the speed,
tunability, or toughness that Associated race cars are known for. Check whether your hobby shop regularly stocks
replacement Associated parts.
You may wish to see the cars in action at a race track. While calling the shop about R/C products, ask if they know of
a track nearby. You can go to Associated’s web site and check out the Shops & Tracks directory for a track near you.
Purchase one or two R/C car magazines and read them. You will find in many cases that if the magazine carries
information about tuning a car or truck, it will often carry information about Associated kits. You may then want to
subscribe to keep up to date with all the latest and greatest regarding your kit, and to find handy tips to make your
racing hobby a more enjoyable one.
When you have purchased your first kit, examine it carefully to familiarize yourself with the parts. Then set aside a
weekend to put it together. Many seasoned model builders find this the most enjoyable part of the process. Call Cus-
tomer Support (714-850-9342 Mon-Fri, 8-4pm PST), if you have any trouble (Associated offers free support). When
your kit is assembled, don't forget to follow the maintenance tips at the end of an Associated kit or RTR manual. These
tips will help you tune your car for maximum speed and minimum fuss.
Check out the following resources available on Team Associated’s web site:
Team Associated electric RTRs and kits
About Team Associated
Shops & Tracks directory
Which Kit is Best for You?
R/C car magazines
http://www.teamassociated.com/ > Products > Kits & RTRs
http://www.teamassociated.com/ > Team Associated > About Team Associated
http://www.teamassociated.com/ > Other > Shops & Tracks
http://www.teamassociated.com/ > About R/C Racing > Which Kit
http://www.teamassociated.com/ > News > Making Headlines
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