TM4 – Build Article

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TeamC Racing TM4 - Tony Phalen - Review
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When you think of 1:10 scale 4WD buggies, your mind probably heads right for big dogs like Team Associated, TLR, Kyosho and maybe even XRay. Team C may not be a household name, but their 4WD buggy, the TM4, is putting down some hot laps and having those other guys take notice.

We’ve got our hands on the TM4 for a build and I have to say I’m really liking this car! Parts quality is excellent and aside from a few minor build issues, this buggy went together well.

Following is our step-by-step build, explaining the standard steps as well as keying in on some of the areas to pay a little more attention too. We’ll be using the following support parts in the TM4:

• Savox SC-1257TG Servo,
www.savoxusa.com
• Hobbywing Xerun 120A V3.1 Brushless ESC,
www.hobbywing.com
• Savox 6.5T Brushless Motor,
www.savoxusa.com
• Racers Edge 7.4V 75C 4000 Race Edition Short LiPo Battery,
www.racers-edge.com
• Futaba 4PX Transmitter,
www.futaba-rc.com
• Proline ION Tires (F/R),
www.prolineracing.com
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Part 1 – Main Chassis Prep
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Part 2 – Differentials
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Part 3 – Gearboxes
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Part 4 – Center Clutch
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Part 5 – Steering
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Part 6 – Top Deck/Shock Towers
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Part 7 – Front Suspension
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Part 8 – Rear Suspension
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Part 9 – Shocks
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Part 10 – Electronics
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Part 11 – Wheels, Tires & Body

Source: T. Phalen