Overview
The Team Associated Turnbuckle M3 X 25.4MM (1") AS6260 is an essential genuine spare part for RC car enthusiasts across the UK who demand factory-specification components for their models. Whether you're maintaining your RC car collection or replacing worn components, this precision-engineered turnbuckle ensures your vehicle continues to perform at its best. As an authorised Team Associated retailer, RC Model Shop stocks genuine parts that match original specifications, giving you confidence that your RC model will run smoothly and reliably.
Turnbuckles are critical suspension adjustment components found on Team Associated RC models, allowing you to fine-tune steering response, suspension geometry and overall handling characteristics. Whether you're a weekend basher enjoying casual RC car fun or a serious hobbyist looking to maintain your competition-grade RC vehicle, having genuine Team Associated spares on hand ensures you can quickly get back on the track or circuit. This M3 turnbuckle is sized to factory specifications, making it an ideal replacement during regular maintenance or after wear-related damage that commonly occurs during intense RC racing and bashing sessions across UK terrain.
Choosing genuine Team Associated parts means you're investing in quality and reliability. Unlike generic aftermarket alternatives, the AS6260 turnbuckle is engineered to match the original specifications of your RC model, ensuring consistent performance and longevity. For RC car owners in the UK seeking authentic spares that deliver factory-standard quality, this turnbuckle represents excellent value and peace of mind.
Key Features
- Genuine Team Associated Part — This is an official Team Associated spare component, not a generic alternative, meaning it has been manufactured to the exact specifications and quality standards demanded by the brand's design engineers. Using genuine parts ensures perfect fitment and reliable performance on your RC model.
- M3 Thread Specification — The M3 thread size is a precision metric specification that ensures compatibility with Team Associated RC models designed around this standard, providing secure fastening and adjustment without slippage or cross-threading issues.
- 25.4mm (1 Inch) Length — This specific length measurement makes the AS6260 compatible with Team Associated suspension designs that utilise this exact dimension, ensuring proper geometry and handling characteristics when installed on your RC vehicle.
- Precision-Threaded Construction — The turnbuckle features precision threading that allows smooth, reliable adjustment of suspension settings, enabling fine-tuning of your RC car's handling characteristics for optimal performance on any surface or track condition.
- Factory-Spec Replacement — As a factory-specification component, this turnbuckle matches the original parts fitted to Team Associated RC models, maintaining the integrity of your vehicle's engineering and ensuring it performs exactly as designed by the manufacturers.
- Ideal for Maintenance — Whether you're performing routine maintenance on your RC collection or replacing damaged components after intensive driving sessions, this spare part keeps your model running smoothly and reliably without compromising on quality or performance.
Technical Performance
The Team Associated AS6260 Turnbuckle represents precision engineering designed specifically for RC car suspension systems. Constructed with high-quality materials and precision threading, this M3 x 25.4mm component is engineered to withstand the demands of RC driving whilst maintaining accurate adjustment capabilities. The turnbuckle's precise thread pitch ensures smooth operation without binding or slippage, critical for maintaining consistent suspension geometry during competitive racing or casual bashing. The 25.4mm length measurement is a factory-standard dimension that integrates seamlessly with Team Associated RC car designs, ensuring proper suspension travel, ride height and handling characteristics. Whether you're running a Team Associated RC10 Classic, SC10 4x4, RC8B4E, RC8B4.1E, RC10CC Classic Clear, RC10DS Classic, RC10 Kinwald Edition, or RC10 Worlds model, this turnbuckle provides the exact specification required for reliable operation. The precision construction ensures that suspension adjustments remain stable during driving, preventing unwanted geometry changes that could affect steering response, traction and overall vehicle behaviour on UK tracks and terrain.
What's in the Box
- 1x Team Associated Turnbuckle M3 X 25.4MM (1")
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Team Associated AS6260 Turnbuckle compatible with all Team Associated RC models? — The AS6260 is a standard part compatible with Team Associated models that utilise M3 x 25.4mm turnbuckle specifications. This includes popular models such as the RC10 Classic series, SC10 4x4, RC8 series, and RC10 Worlds and competition variants. Always check your specific model's parts diagram to confirm compatibility before ordering.
- What is a turnbuckle and why do I need one for my RC car? — A turnbuckle is a suspension adjustment component that allows you to modify your RC car's geometry by changing the length of suspension linkages. By adjusting turnbuckles, you can alter ride height, steering response, camber angles and overall handling characteristics. Turnbuckles are essential tuning components for both casual driving and competitive RC racing in the UK.
- How do I know if my turnbuckle needs replacing? — Inspect your turnbuckles regularly for signs of wear, damage or cross-threading. If you notice loose suspension geometry, inconsistent handling response, or visible damage to the threading, it's time to replace the component. Having genuine Team Associated spare turnbuckles on hand means you can quickly repair your RC model without downtime.
- Why should I choose genuine Team Associated parts over aftermarket alternatives? — Genuine Team Associated parts like the AS6260 are manufactured to exact factory specifications, ensuring perfect fitment and reliable performance. Aftermarket alternatives may have dimensional tolerances that affect suspension geometry and vehicle handling. Using genuine spares maintains your RC car's engineering integrity and performance characteristics.
- Can I use this turnbuckle as a preventative replacement? — Yes, many RC enthusiasts replace turnbuckles as part of regular maintenance schedules, particularly before important races or intensive driving sessions. Having fresh, undamaged turnbuckles ensures your suspension operates optimally and reduces the risk of mid-drive failures that could result in lost race days or bashing sessions.
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 Turnbuckle M3 X 25.4MM (1") AS6260 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: AS6260
- Part Type: Turnbuckle
- Thread Size: M3
- Length: 25.4mm (1 inch)
- Barcode: 784695062603
- Product Category: Spares and Upgrades
- Fitment: Standard Part
- Compatible Models: Team Associated RC10 Classic, SC10 4x4, RC10 Worlds, RC8B4E, RC8B4.1E, RC10CC Classic Clear, RC10DS Classic, RC10 Kinwald Edition
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- For orders above £120, we offer delivery to most mainland UK addresses. For orders under £120, we can still deliver to Northern Ireland and the outlying isles, as long as the item can be sent by Royal Mail, weighs less than 30kg, and fits within 61cm × 46cm × 46cm. Some highland and remote areas may carry an extra delivery charge as couriers often apply surcharges in these locations. If you live in one of these areas, feel free to contact us before ordering so we can confirm the delivery options and costs for you.
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- For customers in Inverness and other parts of the Scottish Highlands deliveries can take up to 2 working days even if you select next day delivery as couriers do not currently offer a guaranteed next day service to those areas.
