The Build - Part 9
Team Associated's B64 comes with shiny, steel turnbuckles. While they're not titanium, I'm certainly glad they're not the black steel ones!
Build Notes:
» Threading in turnbuckles can sometimes be a bit of a pain, so I suggest using something to lubricate the threads - in this case, Chapstick. If you use the strawberry flavor your turnbuckles will smell good as well.
» The center of the turnbuckle (the adjustment block) has a notch in it; this notch should be facing the same direction on all your links when they are installed. This makes it easier to discern which direction to turn them for adjustment.
Step 1: The B64 comes with 2 different lengths of turnbuckles; a short one for the drag link and six others for the camber and steering links.
Step 2: Follow the instructions to build the links, but make sure you keep them separated! Your final product should look like this.
Step 3: Attach the drag link, steering links and front camber links as shown. Note the adjustment notch is facing the same direction on all the turnbuckles.
Step 4: Insert the CVA bone into the diff outdrive and attach the rear camber links. Note the notches are facing the same direction as the ones on the front turnbuckles.
Pretty easy, yes? The lengths supplied by AE in the manual appear to be spot on, but you can make any adjustments during the final prep right before we hit the track. Next up: Shocks!
Opening Page
Part 1 - Differentials
Part 2 - Chassis
Part 3 - Steering
Part 4 - Front Bulkhead
Part 5 - Front Suspension
Part 6 - Servo
Part 7 - Rear Bulkhead
Part 8 - Rear Suspension
Part 9 - Turnbuckles
Part 10 - Shocks
Part 11 - Electronics
Part 12 - Body, Wheels and Tires
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