Team Associated RC10 B6.1 Factory Lite - 90022

   Introduced by Team Associated in 2018, the RC10B6.1 Factory Lite Kit - # 90022 - is said to be 45 grams lighter than previous B6.1 versions. Weight savings include a number of MIP Pucks lightweight parts, a Factory Team direct drive system and a new gearbox.

   A 7.4V LiPo "shorty" Battery, Charger, Radio System, Brushless Motor, ESC, Steering Servo, Wheels and Tires had to purchased separately.

   In this series of articles I will endeavour to provide information to help identify any of the 1/10 Scale RC10 2WD series and where it sits along its evolutionary trail. With this knowledge, any RC10 owner should be able to decide if their model is just one of the many thousands that were produced, or is potentially a collectors "holy grail".

2018 RC10 B6.1 Factory Lite Kit

   The RC10B6.1 Factory Lite Kit is based on a hard anodised alloy plate chassis, with a ball differential, re-designed lay-down stealth gearbox (with a 39T Idler Gear), V2 Big Bore coil spring over oil filled threaded dampers, R-CVD drive-shafts, turnbuckles and a full set of ball bearings.

Model Version:

• #90022 RC10B6.1 Factory Lite Kit

Features:

• Direct drive system for reduced weight and better acceleration
• MIP Pucks(TM) 7075-T6 aluminum outdrives
• MIP Pucks(TM) Bi-Metal(TM) lightweight R-CVD bones, 67mm
• Adjustable diff height can be matched to various ride heights
• Machined pistons included for better fit and smoother operation
• V2 springs for a more reactive and nimble feel
• One-piece shock bushing to make assembly easier
• Molded spur gear guard to help protect body from damage
• 3-gear Laydown Stealth(R) transmission for lower and forward CG
• Innovative rear arm with molded inserts for ultra-fine lower shock mount adjustment
• Lightweight aluminum top shaft
• Aluminum C and D arm mounts included for a large range of anti-squat and toe adjustment
• Heavy-duty V2 routed graphite front shock tower with tower guard
• Factory Team upgraded ball bearing kit included (now oiled instead of greased for less drag)
• Aluminum 7.0mm rear clamping hex with laser etching
• Aluminum 5.0mm front axle with adjustable height
• Rear hubs feature large bearings and the easy-insert system to adjust camber link position and rear axle height
• JConcepts(TM) lightweight B6 clear body and wing included
• Aluminum 5.0mm front axle with adjustable height

2018 RC10 B6.1 Factory Lite Kit:

  2018 RC10 B6.1 Factory Lite Kit Box Art - # 90022.

2018 RC10 B6.1 Factory Lite Kit Chassis:

   2018 RC10 B6.1 Factory Lite Kit Hard Anodised Alloy Plate Chassis.





   Heavy-duty V2 Front Shock Mount with V2 12mm "Big Bore" Threaded Dampers.



   Heavy-duty Long V2 Rear Shock Mount.



   Battery Strap.



   Brushless Motor and Gearbox.



   3 Gear Lay-down Stealth Gearbox, with 39T Idler Gear.



   B6.1 Factory Lite MIP Pucks, Bi-Metal, lightweight R-CVD 67mm drive-shafts.





   Steering Caster Block.



   Direct Drive (No Slipper Clutch).



   Quick change Ball Differential.



   Rear easy-insert system, to adjust camber link position and rear axle height.

   At present, the RC Model Manufacturers, Brands and Distributors covered by us are: ABC Hobby, Academy, Acme Racing, Agama Racing, Amewi, Ansmann Racing, ARRMA, Team Associated, Atomic RC, Axial, AYK, Bolink, BSD Racing, Capricorn, Carisma, Carson, Caster Racing, Cen, Corally, Custom Works, Durango, Duratrax, ECX - Electrix, Exceed RC, FG Modellsport, FS-Racing, FTX, Fujimi, Gmade, GS-Racing, Harm, HBX, Helion, Heng Long, Himoto Racing, Hirobo, Hitari, Hobao, Hong-Nor, Hot Bodies, HPI, HSP, Intech, Integy, Jamara, JQ Products, Kawada, Kyosho, Losi, LRP, Maisto, Mardave, Marui, Maverick, MCD Racing, Megatech, Mugen, New Bright, Nichimo, Nikko, Nkok, Ofna, Pro-Pulse, Protech, PTI, RC4WD, Redcat Racing, RJ-Speed, Robitronic, Schumacher, Seben, Serpent, Smartech, Sportwerks, Step-Up, Tamiya, Team-C Racing, Team Magic, Thunder Tiger, Tomy, Top Racing, Traxxas, Trinity, Tyco, Vaterra RC, Venom, VRX Racing, WLToys, X-Factory, Xmods, Xpress, Xray, XTM, Yankee RC, Yokomo, ZD Racing and Zipzaps.

   This is an ongoing project, with new and "lost in time" RC Models and Brands being added as they are found and although most of those listed above have been covered in relative detail, some are still being researched and will be completed in the near future.

Getting into RC

   When I first got into racing RC, all I had was a three year old clapped out Tamiya Boomerang, a silver can stock motor, three step mechanical speed controller, two 1400Mah stick batteries and basic Acoms stick transmitter.

   I was the newbie and most of the guys I was racing against had all the latest models, modified motors, matched batteries and top spec radio equipment, but I was still beating them easily. Why? The answer is simple:

How to Charge Rechargeable Batteries for Peak Performance

1/  All Ni-Cad Batteries have to be Discharged soon after use. This is to avoid the dreaded "Memory" effect that on subsequent re-charges can cause a momentary drop in performance during a race. A simple discharger can be made from a car 12v bulb.

2/  Try to time your charge to complete just before a race. This will ensure maximum punch and duration. If a Ni-Cad is left to cool after a charge this advantage dissipates.

3/  The higher the charge current the more Punch the Ni-Cad battery will have (up to around 8 amps), however, the downside to this is a reduction in duration and effective battery life.

4/  Ni-Cad Batteries should be left to cool for about an hour after use before recharging. This will increase the effective life of the battery.

1/  Never charge Ni-Mh batteries at a current higher than 4.5 amps. Although these batteries can give a higher voltage than Ni-Cad Batteries, they are much more sensitive and easy to damage if charged too quickly.

2/  Charging methods for Ni-Mh batteries can also be detrimental.