Overview
The Team Associated RC8B4 Shock Bushing Set (AS81508) is an essential genuine replacement part designed specifically for maintaining peak suspension performance on RC8B4-series vehicles. Whether you're a dedicated racer, weekend basher, or serious RC enthusiast in the UK, this shock bushing set is the perfect solution for refreshing worn components and ensuring your suspension operates at its best. Team Associated is renowned for precision engineering and quality manufacturing, and this spare part reflects that commitment to excellence. The RC8B4 platform has earned its reputation as a competitive 1/10 scale racing platform, and maintaining it with genuine parts ensures consistent, reliable performance lap after lap.
Shock bushings are critical suspension components that can wear over time with regular use, track sessions, or rebuilds. When bushings become worn or damaged, they can compromise the smooth operation of your shocks, leading to inconsistent handling and reduced performance. By replacing them with this genuine Team Associated set, you restore your suspension to factory specifications and maintain the responsive, predictable feel that makes the RC8B4 series so popular with UK racers and serious hobbyists. This is maintenance performed with confidence, using authentic parts from the manufacturer who engineered your vehicle.
The Team Associated RC8B4 Shock Bushing Set pairs naturally with the RC8B4 platform naming and part number for easy identification in your spares box and pit bag. Whether you're maintaining an RC8B4 or RC8B4e, this set provides the quality assurance and compatibility you need. Stock this genuine spare and you'll be ready for routine maintenance, suspension refreshes, or complete rebuilds whenever your racing schedule demands it.
Key Features
- Genuine Team Associated Component — Manufactured by Team Associated, the original equipment designer, ensuring perfect compatibility and authentic quality that matches the engineering standards of your RC8B4 vehicle, providing peace of mind that you are installing factory-correct parts.
- Designed for RC8B4 and RC8B4e Compatibility — This bushing set is engineered specifically for both the RC8B4 and RC8B4e models, making identification simple and guaranteeing proper fit without guesswork or compatibility concerns.
- Refresh Worn Suspension Components — Shock bushings wear during regular use and track sessions, and this set allows you to restore your suspension performance to factory specifications, maintaining the smooth, consistent handling characteristics your RC8B4 is known for.
- Perfect for Maintenance and Rebuilds — Whether you're performing routine maintenance or undertaking a complete suspension rebuild, this bushing set provides the quality replacement parts needed to bring your shock system back to optimum condition.
- Easy Identification and Storage — The part number AS81508 matches the RC8B4 platform naming convention, making it simple to identify and locate in your spares collection, pit bag, or workshop.
Technical Performance
The Team Associated RC8B4 Shock Bushing Set is engineered with the precision and attention to detail that characterises genuine Team Associated spare parts. Shock bushings are small but critically important components that allow the shock shafts to move freely whilst maintaining proper alignment within the shock body. Over time, these bushings can wear from the constant movement and forces experienced during racing, bashing, or practice sessions. When they wear, the suspension loses its smooth operation and responsiveness. This genuine replacement set restores that performance by providing new, factory-specification bushings that match the engineering standards of your RC8B4 or RC8B4e. The bushings are manufactured to exacting tolerances, ensuring they fit perfectly within the shock assembly and deliver the consistent performance you expect from a platform designed for competitive 1/10 scale racing. By using authentic Team Associated parts, you maintain the vehicle's engineering integrity and ensure that your suspension system performs exactly as the designers intended.
What's in the Box
- Team Associated RC8B4 Shock Bushing Set
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are shock bushings and why do they need replacing? — Shock bushings are small components inside the shock assembly that allow the shock shaft to move smoothly whilst maintaining proper alignment. Over time, with regular use in racing or bashing, these bushings wear out and can cause the suspension to feel less responsive or develop noise. Replacing them with this genuine Team Associated set restores smooth suspension operation and maintains consistent handling characteristics on your RC8B4 or RC8B4e.
- Is this shock bushing set suitable for both RC8B4 and RC8B4e models? — Yes, the Team Associated RC8B4 Shock Bushing Set (AS81508) is designed for compatibility with both the RC8B4 and RC8B4e, making it a versatile spare part for owners of either variant.
- When should I replace the shock bushings on my RC8B4? — Shock bushings should be inspected regularly, especially if your RC8B4 is used frequently for racing or bashing. If you notice the suspension feeling less smooth, hearing noise from the shocks, or if you're performing a complete suspension rebuild, this is the ideal time to replace the bushings with this genuine set.
- How do I know this is a genuine Team Associated part? — This shock bushing set carries the official Team Associated part number AS81508 and is supplied by RC Model Shop, an authorised retailer of Team Associated products. Genuine parts bear the manufacturer's branding and part number, ensuring authenticity and proper fit for your RC8B4 series vehicle.
- Can I use this set for routine maintenance on my RC8B4? — Absolutely. This bushing set is ideal for routine maintenance schedules, regular suspension refreshes, or complete rebuilds. It's a genuine spare that any RC8B4 owner should have on hand for keeping their vehicle in peak condition.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the TEAM ASSOCIATED RC8B4 SHOCK BUSHING SET AS81508 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Brand: Team Associated
- Model Number: AS81508
- Product Type: Shock Bushing Set
- Compatibility: RC8B4, RC8B4e
- Barcode: 784695815087
- Genuine OEM Part: Yes
- Application: Shock suspension maintenance and rebuilds
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