In this week’s Product Spotlight we take a closer look at some recent JConcepts products that were developed for the Team Associated RC10, RC10B2 & RC10B3.
Our popular Mono wheels are now available in the original offset for the RC10, RC10B2 and RC10B3. Starting with the front wheels, these 2.2″ wheels are inspired by the originals and feature the iconic dish shape and seat non-flanged 3/16 x 3/8″ bearings. To make these compatible with today’s tires the inner wheel width has been slightly enlarged and each wheel includes a vent hole on the outer diameter.
We also added an outer “catch” to reduce the chances of glue running down the face of the wheel during the gluing process. There are available in either bright white (which are faster BTW 🙂 ) or fluorescent racing yellow and each package includes 4 wheels. Do take note that in order for the track width to be just like the original, it’s important to use either the front Team Associated axles (#6220) or the new JConcepts axles (#2308) which I’ll go over in a little bit.
The new Mono 2.2″ rear wheels are also compatible with the RC10, RC10B2 & RC10B3 and available in either bright white or fluorescent racing yellow. They also use the original offset and iconic dish shape along with utilizing the pin drive setup for 3/16″ axles.
They also have been slightly widened on the inside of the wheel to make them compatible with today’s tires too and also include a vent hole. They also use the “catch” feature to help track down runaway glue and each package includes 4 wheels.
Mono – RC10, RC10B2, RC10B3 2.2″ front wheel (white) – 4pc
Part# 3403W
UPC Code – 845937021908
Retail price – $13.00
Map price – $11.05
(Fits – Team Associated RC10, RC10B2, RC10B3 w/ #2308 JC front axle)
Mono – RC10, RC10B2, RC10B3 2.2″ front wheel (yellow) – 4pc
Part# 3403Y
UPC Code – 845937021915
Retail price – $13.00
Map price – $11.05
(Fits – Team Associated RC10, RC10B2, RC10B3 w/ #2308 JC front axle)
Mono – RC10, RC10B2, RC10B3 2.2″ rear wheel (white) – 4pc
Part# 3404W
UPC Code – 845937021922
Retail price – $15.00
Map price – $12.75
(Fits – Team Associated RC10, RC10B2, RC10B3)
Mono – RC10, RC10B2, RC10B3 2.2″ rear wheel (yellow) – 4pc
Part# 3404Y
UPC Code – 845937021939
Retail price – $15.00
Map price – $12.75
(Fits – Team Associated RC10, RC10B2, RC10B3)
As I mentioned earlier, when using the new Mono 2.2″ front wheels to get the correct track width you need to use the original Team Associated axle (#6220). Since this part is no longer manufactured you either have to scour the internet or the bargain bin of your local hobby shop to still find them.
So to make life easier we have re-created these OEM parts which are comprised of 7075 Aluminum and anodized black. The outside of the axles are threaded to accept the original style nylon wheel nut and the inside is also threaded for a 4-40 set screw which is not included.
JConcepts – RC10 | RC10B2 | RC10B3 aluminum, standard front axles, 2pc.
Part# 2308
UPC Code – 845937022035
Retail price – $20.00
Map price – $17.00
(Fits – RC10 | RC10B2 | RC10B3)
2 thoughts on “Product Spotlight: Mono 2.2″ Wheels & Aluminum Standard Front Axles For The RC10, RC10B2 & RC10B3”
I agree with Kurt! I brought my 1987 RC10, with 1/4″ rear axles, back to life and I find it is now down to finding rear wheels (with the same perfect offset as the JConcepts Mono’s for the 3/16″ axle) that simply don’t exist. I have forced-fit the fantastic Jconcepts Mono’s but they won’t last. If JConcepts released wheels for 1/4″ axles or replacement axles, I’m positive they would sell very well and in quantity. There are many, many of these cars out there (they’re well made) yet AE has let everyone down by discontinuing parts for them. Heck, even axle sleeves or a sleeved wheel nut (for wheel centering of the current JConcepts Mono RC10’s) would be great!
I really wish you had made the rear wheels compatible with the original RC10 axle or had offered up an axle replacement. Retrofitting these cars with an axle that fits these wheels is practically impossible due to the lack of parts from AE. Thanks for all the effort otherwise!
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