Team Associated SR10M 1:10 Scale Electric Dirt Oval Race Car Manual

KIT Features

• Updated Mid Motor Rear Carbon Fiber Shock Tower for Oval
• New Carbon Fiber Chassis Side Braces
• Updated Rear Toe Block for Dirt Oval Racing
• Aluminum 12mm big bore coil-over shock absorbers
• Durable and lightweight aluminum top shaft
• New Mid Motor Low center-of-gravity G10 Fiberglass chassis with updated O-Ring battery straps that accommodate 2S LiPo Shorty battery packs
• Rear CVA drive shafts for more reliability
• 2.6:1 ratio gearbox with heavy-duty sealed gear differential and externally adjustable slipper clutch
• Rugged steel turnbuckles for adjustable camber and front toe-in
• Adjustable suspension geometry
• Vertical ball ends for roll center adjustments, front and rear
• Metric hardware throughout
• 22 precision rubber-sealed ball bearings
• Impact-absorbing front and rear bumpers
• Fully Adjustable front and rear body mounts
• Impact-absorbing front bumper
• Many Factory Team options already available!

RTR Features

• 2.4GHz 2-channel radio with new DVC (Dynamic Vehicle Control) receiver featuring built-in adjustable gyro
• High-torque digital metal gear servo with spring style servo saver
• Powerful Reedy 3300kV brushless motor
• Water-resistant high-power Reedy brushless speed control with T-plug connector and LiPo low voltage cutoff
• Factory-finished Street Stock body with integrated rear spoiler
• Lightweight street stock-inspired wheels
• High-grip tires with street stock-inspired tread pattern

Other Helpful Items

• Silicone Shock Fluid (Refer to website for complete listings)
• Tire Adhesive (AE #1597)
• FT Universal Tire Balancer (#1498)
• Calipers or a Precision Ruler
• FT Dual Turnbuckle Wrench (#1114)
• Soldering Iron
• Body Scissors (AE #1737)
• Shock Pliers (AE #1681)
• FT Ballcup Wrench (#1579)
• Wire Cutters / Hobby Knife
• Reamer / Hole Punch (AE #1499)
• Green Slime shock lube (AE #1105)
• FT Hex/Nut Wrenches (AE Part #1519, 1650)
• Needle Nose Pliers

Hardware - 1:1 Scale View

Button Head (bhcs)

• 2x3mm (31509)
• 2x4mm (31510)
• 2.5x6mm (31520)
• 2.5x8mm (31521)
• 2.5x10mm (31522)
• 3x5mm (31530)
• 3x8mm (31532)
• 3x10mm (25211)
• 3x12mm (89202)
• 3x14mm (25187)
• 3x16mm (89203)
• 3x20mm (25188)
• 3x22mm (25189)
• 3x24mm (89204)
• 3x26mm (89205)
• 3x30mm (91478)

Flat Head (fhcs)

• 3x8mm (25201)
• 3x10mm (25202)
• 3x12mm (25203)
• 3x14mm (89208)
• 3x16mm (25204)
• 3x18mm (89209)
• 3x20mm (89210)

Ball Bearings

• 3x7x3mm (91475)
• 5x10x3mm (31734)
• 5x10x4mm (91560)
• 6x13x5 (91562)
• 10x15x4 (91563)

Set Screws

• 3x3mm (25225)
• 3x5mm (89219)

Ballstuds

• HD 6mm (91047)
• Titanium HD 6mm (91751)
• HD 8mm (91048)
• Titanium HD 8mm (91752)
• HD 10mm (91049)
• Titanium HD 10mm (91753)

Cap Head (shcs)

• 2.5x12mm (8691)
• 2.5x14mm (71032)
• 3x24mm (89225)

Shims and Washers

• 3 x 8mm Washer (89218)
• FT Ballstud Washer, Aluminum (0.5mm) (31381)
• FT Ballstud Washer, Aluminum (1mm) (31382)
• FT Ballstud Washer, Aluminum (2mm) (31383)

Nuts (lock/plain)

• M2.5 Locknut, Shock Piston (89215)
• M3 Nut (91477)
• M3 Alum. Locknut, Blue (31550)
• M3 Locknut, Black (25215)
• M3 Locknut w/Flange (25612)
• FT 3mm Locknuts, Blue (25392)
• M4 Serrated w/Flange (91738)
• FT M4 Locknuts w/Flange, Blue (31551)

Clips

• E-clip 1/8 (6299)

Table of Contents

1. Cover
2. Introduction
3. 1:1 Hardware "Fold Out"
4. Table of Contents
5. Bag 1: Front Top Plate and Steering Build
6. Bag 2: Front Steering Block Build
7. Bag 3: Front Suspension Build
8. Bag 4: Rear Suspension Build
9. Bag 5: Rear Bulkhead Build
10. Bag 6: Side Brace Build
11. Bag 7: Gear Diff Build
12. Bag 8: Gearbox Build
13. Bag 9: Rear Hub Build
14. Bag 10: Turnbuckle Build
15. Bag 11: Shocks Build
16. Bag 12: Electronics Install
17. Box: Wheels/Tires/Body Install
18. Tuning Tips
19. Setup Sheet
20. Back Cover

Notes:

• ! This symbol indicates a special note or instruction in the manual.
• ? This symbol indicates a Racers Tip.

There is a 1:1 hardware foldout page in the front of the manual. To check the size of a part, line up your hardware with the correct drawing until you find the exact size. Each part in the foldout has a number assigned to it for ordering replacement parts.

Bag 1 - Step 1

91047 Heavy-duty Ballstud, 6mm

91475 3x7x3 Ball Bearing

91391 Steering Rack

91391 Steering Rack Crush Tube

! Note orientation of steering rack.

Bag 1 - Step 2

91391 Steering Bellcrank Brace

91047 Heavy-duty Ballstud, 6mm

89202 M3 x 12mm BHCS

25189 M3 x 22mm BHCS

91475 3x7x3 Ball Bearing

91391 Steering Bellcrank Brace

! Note orientation of the brace.

! Do not overtighten steering bolts. Make sure there is free movement in the steering rack.

Bag 1 - Step 3

91358 Chassis Brace Set (Top Plate)

25202 M3 x 10mm FHCS

91359 Bulkhead

72036 Chassis Plate, front

Bag 2 - Step 1

31530 M3 x 5mm BHCS

91560 5 x 10 x 4 Bearing

25215 M3 Locknut, black

91047 Heavy-duty Ballstud, 6mm

91417 Steering Block

71127 Front Axles

91048 Heavy-duty Ballstud, 8mm

91417 Caster Block

89202 M3 x 12mm BHCS

91402 Caster Block Bushing

Build 2 (1 left, 1 right)

Bag 3 - Step 1

72067 Hinge Pin (front, outer)

31510 M2 x 4mm BHCS

71068 Front Arms

31509 M2 x 3mm BHCS

71049 Front Hinge Pin Brace

72067 Hinge Pin (front, inner)

Build 2 (1 left, 1 right)

Bag 3 - Step 2

71093 Front Shock Tower

31383 FT Ballstud Washer, Aluminum (2mm)

89205 M3 x 26mm BHCS

91477 M3 Nut (Black)

91049 Heavy-duty Ballstud, 10mm

89202 M3 x 12mm BHCS

Bag 3 - Step 3

71094 Front Bumper Brace

25202 M3 x 10mm FHCS

71094 Front Bumper

71032 M2.5 x 14mm SHCS

31522 M2.5 x 10mm BHCS

72056 Front Body Post

25202 M3 x 10mm FHCS

72056 Body Pivots

72056 Body Post Sleeve

Bag 3 - Step 4

25203 M3 x 12mm FHCS

89210 M3 x 20mm FHCS

Bag 4 - Step 1

72078 DR10M Arm Mount C

71069 SR10M Chassis

72040 DR10M Rear Suspension Arms

92014 Arm Mount Inserts

25201 M3 x 8mm FHCS

72067 Hinge Pin, Rear Inner

92014 Arm Mount Inserts

72079 DR10M Arm Mount D

25201 M3 x 8mm FHCS

Note: 2.5° Kit STD.

Note: -0.5° Kit STD.

Bag 5 - Step 1

91049 HD Ballstud, 10mm

31383 Ballstud Washers, 2.0 mm, blue aluminum

72070 DR10M Rear Bulkhead

71053 SR10M Shock Tower, Carbon Fiber, Rear

25211 M3 x 10mm BHCS

25189 M3 x 22mm BHCS

25204 M3 x 16mm FHCS

25203 M3 x 12mm FHCS

72038 DR10M Rear Ballstud Mount

91477 M3 Nut, Black Steel

Bag 5 - Step 2

72056 Rear Body Pivot

71032 M2.5 x 14mm SHCS

72056 Rear Body Post

72056 Rear Body Mount

25187 M3 x 14mm BHCS

25188 M3 x 20mm BHCS

Bag 6 - Step 1

72063 DR10M Chassis Standoff, 12mm

25202 M3 x 10mm FHCS

72071 DR10M Center Bulkhead

25201 M3 x 8mm FHCS

Bag 6 - Step 2

89202 M3 x 12mm BHCS

31532 M3 x 8mm BHCS

71039 SR10M Side Brace, Left

Build right and left side braces

Bag 7 - Step 1

72004 Metal Gear Diff Case, 52T

72111 Gear Diff O-Ring (Large)

72111 Gear Diff O-Ring (Small)

72110 Gear Diff Washer

72110 Gear Diff Sun Gear

42025 Gear Diff Outdrive Pin

72110 Gear Diff Planet Washer

72110 Gear Diff Planet Gear

72110 Gear Diff Cross Pin

91465 Gear Diff Outdrive

#6588 black grease

91563 10 x 15 x 4, Bearing

! Install the small O-Ring on the groove on the outdrive!

Bag 7 - Step 2

72004 Metal Gear Diff Cover

72111 Gear Diff O-Ring (Large)

72111 Gear Diff O-Ring (Small)

72110 Gear Diff Washer

72110 Gear Diff Sun Gear

42025 Gear Diff Outdrive Pin

91465 Gear Diff Outdrive

#6588 black grease

91563 10 x 15 x 4, Bearing

! Install the small O-Ring on the groove on the outdrive!

Bag 7 - Step 3

31350 M2.5 x 10mm FHCS

72111 Gear Diff Gasket

#5463 Diff Fluid

Fill Level

5463-500k Diff Fluid

! Ensure free outdrive rotation before installation!

Bag 8 - Step 1

91560 5 x 10 x 4, Bearing

72001 Metal Idler Gear, 31T

91132 Idler Gear Shaft

72046 Gearbox 4 Gear (right & left)

91560 5 x 10 x 4, Bearing

72002 Metal Top Shaft Gear, 20T

72077 DR10M Steel Top Shaft

Build 2

Bag 8 - Step 2

89203 M3 x 16mm BHCS

#6588 black grease

91428 Motor Plate, Blue

25202 M3 x 10mm FHCS

Add a drop of Black Grease (#6588) to the teeth of the diff gear, idler gears, and top shaft.

Bag 8 - Step 3

72108 DR10M Slipper Hub, Inner

92295 Octalock Spur Gear, 78T 48P

92285 FT Octalock LCF Slipper Pad, 11mm

91423 Slipper Spring Adapter

72036 DR10M Gearbox Mount

72108 DR10M Slipper Hub, Outer

92276 Slipper Spring

72073 DR10M Center Brace Mount

31532 M3 x 8mm BHCS

91738 M4 Locknut, with flange and knurl

25211 M3 x 10mm BHCS

! Note the difference between the inner and outer slipper hubs when installing.

Bag 8 - Step 4

72036 DR10M Gearbox Spacer

31532 M3 x 8mm BHCS

72036 DR10M Gearbox Brace

25202 M3 x 10mm FHCS

89209 M3 x 18mm BHCS

25211 M3 x 10mm BHCS

! The Locknut should be 6mm in with the top shaft when installed.

Bag 8 - Optional Gearbox Settings

• 3mm Spacer (zero) Use #25202 10mm FHCS
• 3mm Spacer x2 (6mm) Use #89208 14mm FHCS
• 3mm Spacer x3 (9mm) - Kit Setting Use #89209 18mm FHCS
• 3mm Spacer x4 (12mm) Use #89210 20mm FHCS

Bag 9 - Step 1

91438 CVA Coupler

72096 CVA Bone, 66mm

#6588 black grease

91563 10 x 15 x 4 Bearing

91418 Rear Hub

91438 CVA Pin

71019 HD CVA Axle

91562 6 x 13 x 5 Bearing

Build x2 (right and left side)

Bag 9 - Step 2

91048 Heavy-duty Ballstud, 8mm

91418 Wheel Hex (rear)

91436 CVA Wheel Hex Pin

31510 M2 x 4mm BHCS

72067 Hinge Pin (rear, outer)

Build x2 (right and left side)

Bag 10 - Step 1

91469 Ball Cup

91723 Turnbuckles, 3x48mm

91469 Ball Cup

Front Camber Turnbuckle 23.00mm

! Racers Tip: Use black grease (#6588) on the threads of the turnbuckles for easier ball cup installation!

Orient the notch to the left throughout the car. It indicates which end has the left hand threads!

Build x2 (right and left side)

Bag 10 - Step 2

91469 Ball Cup

91723 Turnbuckles, 3x48mm

91469 Ball Cup

Steering Turnbuckle 28.00mm

! Racers Tip: Use black grease (#6588) on the threads of the turnbuckles for easier ball cup installation!

Orient the notch to the left throughout the car. It indicates which end has the left hand threads!

Build x2 (right and left side)

Bag 10 - Step 3

91469 Ball Cup

91723 Turnbuckles, 3x48mm

91469 Ball Cup

Rear Camber Turnbuckle 25.00mm

! Racers Tip: Use black grease (#6588) on the threads of the turnbuckles for easier ball cup installation!

Orient the notch to the left throughout the car. It indicates which end has the left hand threads!

Build x2 (right and left side)

Bag 11 - Step 1

91444 12mm Shock Piston

6299 1/8 E-Clip

6299 1/8 E-Clip

91480 Shock Body 12 x 23mm (front, rear)

91444 Shock Internals

91488 3 x 21mm Shock Shaft (front, rear)

91454 Shock Bottom Cap

31327 Shock Bottom Cap O-Ring

#1105 green slime

5407 O-Ring

! Racers Tip: Use a marker over the numbers on the pistons to make them easily visible!

! Lightly rub shock oil on the o-ring before installation!

! Racers Tip: Use green slime on all o-rings. Not included!

Bag 11 - Step 2

91491 Shock Cap

91491 Shock Cap O-Ring

#1105 green slime

42260 DR10M Spacer 6mm

91469 Shock Eyelet

91469 Shock Pivot Ball

91469 Shock Eyelet

91469 Shock Pivot Ball

! Racers Tip: Coating the o-rings with green slime (#1105) helps seal & reduce o-ring swell! Green slime not included in kit!

Build x2 front shocks

Build x2 rear shocks

Bag 11 - Step 3

Front/Rear Shock: 50wt

91454 Shock Cap (Molded)

Shock Bleeding Steps:

1. Pull shock shaft down.
2. Fill shock body 3/4 full with silicone fluid.
3. Slowly move the shock shaft up and down to remove air from under piston.
4. Wait for bubbles to come to surface.
5. Fill shock body to top with silicone fluid.
6. Place a drop of oil in the cap and on cap threads.
7. Install cap and tighten completely.
8. Slowly compress shaft all the way to the top. If there is pressure at the top of the stroke, there is too much oil or air. You must bleed it out.
9. Slowly pull shaft out.
10. Unscrew the cap 3/4 turn and tilt the shock at a slight angle.
11. Slowly compress the shaft to push out excess oil and air. You should see bubbles coming out from under the cap.
12. With the shaft compressed, tighten the cap and re-check for pressure at the top of the stroke. If there is still pressure, repeat steps 9 thru 11.

Stroke: 21.0mm

Free Length: 76.70mm

Step 1-3, Step 3-4, Step 5-6, Step 7, Step 9-10

Bag 11 - Step 4

91304 Shock Collar O-Ring

91304 Shock Threaded Collar

91836 12mm Shock Spring (44mm), Orange (5.10lb)

91454 Spring Cup

91469 Shock Eyelet

91469 Shock Pivot Ball

Build x2 front and x2 rear shocks

Bag 11 - Step 5

91444 Shock Bushing

91444 Shock Bushing

25612 M3 Locknut, with flange (black)

25189 M3 x 22mm BHCS

89202 M3 x 12mm BHCS

25612 M3 Locknut, with flange (black)

Use outside hole in front arm!

Use outside hole in rear arm!

Build x2 (right and left side)

Bag 12 - Step 1

Align the servo horn 90 degrees. Adjust steering trim once vehicle is complete.

91047 Heavy-duty Ballstuds, 6 mm, long neck

72058 Metal Servo Horn, 25T

25612 M3 Locknut, with flange (black)

91391 Servo Mount

Servo not included in kit!

31532 M3 x 8mm BHCS

89218 3 x 8mm Washer

91469 Steering Link

25201 M3 x 8mm FHCS

31532 M3 x 8mm BHCS

Build x2 (right and left side)

Bag 12 - Step 2

Motor not included in kit!

Pinion / Set Screw not included in kit!

89218 3 x 8mm Washer

31532 M3 x 8mm BHCS

91431 Gear Cover

71023 Belt Cover Cap

31530 M3 x 5mm BHCS

! See page 20 for gear mesh setting instructions!

Bag 12-Step 3

Battery not included!

ESC and receiver not included in kit!

6727 Servo Tape

Fan not included!

89203 M3 x 16mm BHCS

72036 DR10M Fan Mount

25201 M3 x 8mm FHCS

Box - Step 1

Wheels and Tires not included in kit!

71195 Pre Glued Wheel/Tire, Rear

71096 Wheel, Front

71194 Pre Glued Wheel/Tire, Front

71097 Wheel, Rear

Clean the tire and wheel bead. Carefully apply CA glue (tire adhesive) to the tire bead on both sides. Do one side at a time, allow it to dry before gluing the other side! CA glue not included!

#1597 ca glue

Build x2 (front and rear)

Box - Step 2

91738 M4 Locknut, with flange and knurl

91738 M4 Locknut, with flange and knurl

Box - Step 3

21173 Body Clips

71192 SR10 Street Stock Body, Clear

Body not included in kit!

Tuning Tips

Painting:

You will need to prep the clear polycarbonate body before you can paint it. Wash the INSIDE thoroughly with warm water and liquid detergent (do not use any detergents with scents or added hand lotion ingredients!). Dry the body using a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. Use the supplied window masks to cover the windows from the INSIDE of the body (RC cars get painted on the inside). Using high quality masking tape, apply tape to the inside of the body to create a design. Spray (use either rattle can or airbrush) the paint on the inside of the body (preferably dark colors first, lighter colors last). NOTE: ONLY use paint that is recommended for (polycarbonate) plastics. If you do not, you can destroy the body! After the paint has completely dried (usually after 24 hours), cut the body along the trim lines. Make sure to drill or use a body reamer to make the holes for the antenna if needed! Use hook and loop tape to secure the body to the side rails of the vehicle.

Tips for Beginners:

Before making any changes to the standard setup, make sure you can get down the track without crashing. Changes to your vehicle will not be beneficial if you can't stay on the track. Your goal is consistent passes. Once you can get down the track consistently, start tuning your vehicle. Make only ONE adjustment at a time, testing it before making another change. If the result of your adjustment is a faster pass, mark the change on the included setup sheet (make additional copies of the sheet before writing on it). If your adjustment results in a slower pass, revert back to the previous setup and try another change. When you are satisfied with your vehicle, fill in the setup sheet thoroughly and file it away. Use this as a guide for future track days or conditions. Periodically check all moving suspension parts. Suspension components must be kept clean and move freely without binding to prevent poor and/or inconsistent handling.

Rear Arm Mount Pill Insert Setup:

The aluminum rear arm mounts utilize eccentric pill inserts to make fine adjustments to anti-squat, toe, pin heights, and pin width. Adjustments can be made using the supplied inserts (#92014)

Standard Position

Use this position as a reference when changing pill locations.

• Toe: 0.5°
• Anti-squat: 2.5°
• Roll Center: 0.0°
• Pivot Width: 0.0°

Additional toe settings are achievable using option part Arm Mount C

Toe Angle

• More angle
• Less angle
• More toe in
• Less toe in
• *Shown in 1° changes

Possible Insert Locations

1, 1/.5, .5, .5

Insert Hole Locations

Number indicates degree of change: 1=0.5°, 1.0°, 0° (center dot)

Hole 0.5° or 0.35mm from center

Hole 1.0° or 0.7mm from center

Anti-squat Angle

• More angle - More anti-squat
• Less angle - Less anti-squat
• *Shown in 1° changes

C Mount, D Mount

C Mount: -2.0°, -1.0°, 0.0°, -0.5° Kit STD.

D Mount: 3.0°, 2.5° Kit STD., 2.0°

Tuning Tips (cont.)

Motor Gearing:

Proper motor gearing will result in maximum performance and run time while reducing the chance of overheating and premature motor failure. The gear ratio chart lists recommended starting gear ratios for the most widely used motor types. Gear ratios will vary depending upon motor brand, wind, and electronic speed control. Consult your motor and electronic speed control manufacturers for more information. Team Associated is not responsible for motor damage due to improper gearing.

Gear Ratio Chart (Internal Gear Ratio 2.60:1)

* Optional spur gear / pinion used

Set The Gear Mesh:

You should be able to rock the spur gear back and forth in the teeth of the pinion gear without making the pinion gear move. If the spur gear mesh is tight, then loosen the motor mounting screws and move the motor away, then try again. A gear mesh that is too tight or too loose will reduce power and damage the gear teeth.

Gearbox Height Adjustment:

Adjusting the gearbox height will effectively change rear driveshaft angle. This angle will change how the power is transmitted to the tires. Standard setting is 9mm. Lower setting might be more desirable for low traction conditions.

Slipper Clutch:

The assembly instructions give you a base setting for your clutch. Turn the nut on the shaft so that there is 6mm of thread showing. At the track, tighten or loosen the nut in 1/8 turn increments until you hear a faint slipping sound for 1-2 feet on takeoffs. Another popular way to set the clutch is to hold both rear tires firmly in place and apply short bursts of throttle. If the clutch is properly set, the front tires should lift slightly up off the surface.

Ride Height:

Ride height is the distance from the ground to the bottom of the chassis. The standard front ride height setting is 28mm (Ride Height Gauge). Check the front ride height by cycling the suspension up and down. After the suspension "settles" into place, measure ride height (Ride Height Gauge). Raise or lower the shock collars as necessary. The rear ride height setting you should use most often is 26mm (Ride Height Gauge). Check the rear ride height by cycling the suspension up and down. After the suspension "settles" into place, measure ride height (Ride Height Gauge). Raise or lower the shock collars as necessary.

Caster:

Caster describes the angle of the caster block as it leans toward the rear of the vehicle. Positive caster means the kingpin leans rearward at the top. The total caster angle is the sum of the kick-up angle and the caster block angle. For less entry steering and more exit steering, try 0º caster block angle.

Front Camber:

Camber describes the angle at which the tire and wheel rides when looked at from the front. Negative camber means that the tire leans inward at the top. A good starting camber setting is -1°. Positive camber, where the top of the tire is leaning out, is not recommended. A camber gauge can be used to more accurately set camber.

! Testing camber with camber gauge

Rear Camber:

Camber describes the angle at which the tire and wheel rides when looked at from the back. Negative camber means that the tire leans inward at the top. A good starting camber setting is -1°. Adding a small amount of positive camber, where the top of the tire is leaning out, will tend to improve straight-line acceleration on loose tracks. A camber gauge can be used to more accurately set camber.

Setup Sheet

This section contains a setup sheet template for recording various vehicle parameters such as ride height, camber, toe, electronics, drivetrain, shocks, tires, and body weights. It also includes fields for track information and vehicle comments. The sheet encourages users to visit RC10.com for more setups.