Overview
The Team Associated RC8B3 FT V2 Rear Hub Link Standard (AS81490) is a precision-engineered tuning component designed for serious RC buggy and truggy enthusiasts in the UK. This genuine spare part is an essential component of the Factory Team V2 rear hub system, allowing you to fine-tune your RC car's suspension geometry and handling characteristics. Whether you're competing in club races or enjoying weekend bashing sessions, this rear hub link gives you the advanced setup flexibility that separates championship-winning builds from standard builds.
As a dedicated spare part for the Team Associated RC8 platform, the V2 Rear Hub Link Standard is manufactured to the same exacting standards as original equipment. This is not a budget upgrade or aftermarket substitute—it's the genuine Team Associated component that will maintain compatibility with your existing RC8B3, RC8B3.1, RC8B3.2, RC8T3.2 and other RC8 variants. For RC enthusiasts across the UK seeking to maximise performance through suspension tuning, this standard hub link is an indispensable addition to your spares collection.
Key Features
- Precision Engineering — This component is CNC machined to exact tolerances, ensuring perfect fitment and reliable performance with your RC8 chassis. Precision manufacturing guarantees the durability and consistency you need for competitive racing or consistent weekend performance.
- Standard Height Option — The standard height version allows you to maintain conventional suspension geometry and axle position, providing a proven baseline setup for both beginners learning suspension tuning and experienced drivers who prefer this configuration on certain track conditions.
- G10 Construction — The hub links are fabricated from G10 material, chosen for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, dimensional stability, and resistance to the stresses generated during aggressive cornering and high-speed driving.
- Works with V2 Rear Hub System — This component is specifically designed to work with the RC8B3 FT V2 Rear Hubs (AS81489), enabling you to shift the upper and lower link pivot points for fine-tuning your buggy's rear roll centre and overall handling balance.
- Roll Centre Adjustment Capability — By working in conjunction with the V2 rear hub assembly, this link allows you to adjust your vehicle's roll centre, a critical tuning parameter that directly affects how your RC buggy handles during cornering, acceleration, and braking.
- Genuine Team Associated Component — This is an official factory part, not a third-party replica. You can be confident that you're getting the exact same component used by Team Associated race engineers and Factory Team competitors worldwide.
- Compatible Across Multiple RC8 Models — This part works with a wide range of RC8 variants including the RC8B3, RC8B3.1, RC8B3.2, RC8T3.2, RC8B3e, RC8B3.1e, RC8B3.2e, RC8T3.2e, RC8Be and RC8B4 models, making it a versatile spare for multi-vehicle enthusiasts.
Technical Performance
The RC8B3 FT V2 Rear Hub Link Standard represents Team Associated's commitment to precision engineering and performance tuning flexibility. As part of the advanced V2 rear hub system, this component enables sophisticated suspension geometry adjustments that were not possible with earlier hub designs. The standard height version of the hub link, when used in conjunction with the complete V2 rear hub assembly, gives you access to three different axle height positions (low, centre, and high) through molded axle height inserts. This multi-position capability means you can dial in the precise ride height needed for different track surfaces and racing conditions. The G10 material construction ensures that the hub link maintains dimensional accuracy under the extreme stresses of RC racing, preventing flex or deformation that could compromise your setup consistency. Combined with the anodised aluminium hubs and plastic inserts that achieve perfect bearing fit, this system delivers the kind of suspension geometry control that serious RC racers demand. The included hardware ensures everything integrates seamlessly with your existing RC8 platform, whether you're running the standard CVA configuration or the Universal setup. For racers building competitive RC8B3 buggies or RC8T3.2 truggies, this hub link is a foundational component that enables the suspension tuning necessary to extract maximum performance from your chassis.
What's in the Box
- RC8B3 FT V2 Rear Hub Link Standard (qty 1)
- Mounting hardware
What You Need to Complete
- RC8B3 FT V2 Rear Hubs (AS81489) — required as the hub link works as part of this complete rear hub system
- For CVA configuration: Qty 2 x 15x21x4mm bearing (AS91566) and Qty 2 x 8x16x5mm non-flanged bearing (AS91564)
- For Universal configuration: Qty 4 x 8x16x5mm non-flanged bearing (AS91564)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between the standard, mid and high height hub links? — Team Associated offers hub links in different heights to work with the molded axle height inserts in the V2 rear hubs. The standard height version is the baseline option, while mid and high options are available for users who want to adjust their axle height position for different track conditions or preferred handling characteristics. The standard height is the most commonly used configuration.
- Do I need the complete V2 rear hub assembly to use this hub link? — Yes, this hub link is designed to work as part of the RC8B3 FT V2 Rear Hubs system (AS81489). You'll need the complete rear hub assembly to utilize the roll centre adjustment and axle height positioning capabilities that make this tuning system effective.
- Which RC8 models are compatible with this rear hub link? — This part is compatible with RC8B3, RC8B3.1, RC8B3.1e, RC8B3.2, RC8B3.2e, RC8B3e, RC8Be, RC8T3.2, RC8T3.2e, RC8B4, RC8B4e, RC8T4 and RC8T4e models. Check your specific vehicle to confirm compatibility.
- What bearings do I need if I'm running the CVA configuration? — For CVA setup, you'll need Qty 2 of the 15x21x4mm bearings (AS91566) and Qty 2 of the 8x16x5mm non-flanged bearings (AS91564).
- What bearings are required for the Universal configuration? — If you're using the Universal setup, you'll need Qty 4 of the 8x16x5mm non-flanged bearings (AS91564).
- Is this suitable for beginners? — This is an advanced tuning component best suited to experienced RC enthusiasts and competitive racers who understand suspension geometry and setup tuning. Beginners should start with a complete pre-assembled RC8B3 buggy and progress to component-level tuning as their knowledge develops.
- What makes G10 material ideal for hub links? — G10 is a glass-filled fibreglass composite that offers excellent strength, dimensional stability, and resistance to the loads experienced during racing. It won't flex or deform under stress, ensuring that your carefully dialed-in suspension geometry remains consistent throughout your driving session.
- Can I use this hub link without the complete rear hub assembly? — No, this hub link is specifically engineered to work within the complete RC8B3 FT V2 Rear Hubs system, which includes the anodised aluminium hubs, bearing inserts, and axle height positioning components. Using it separately would not achieve the intended suspension tuning benefits.
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- Brand: Team Associated
- Model Number: AS81490
- Product Type: RC8B3 FT V2 Rear Hub Link
- Height Option: Standard
- Material: G10
- Part of System: RC8B3 FT V2 Rear Hubs (AS81489)
- Compatible Vehicle Models: RC8B3, RC8B3.1, RC8B3.1e, RC8B3.2, RC8B3.2e, RC8B3e, RC8Be, RC8T3.2, RC8T3.2e, RC8B4, RC8B4e, RC8T4, RC8T4e
- Function: Upper and lower link pivot adjustment for roll centre tuning
- Works with CVA Configuration: Yes (requires 2 x AS91566 15x21x4mm bearings and 2 x AS91564 8x16x5mm non-flanged bearings)
- Works with Universal Configuration: Yes (requires 4 x AS91564 8x16x5mm non-flanged bearings)
- Included: Qty 1 rear hub link with mounting hardware
- UPC/Barcode: 784695814905
- Product Status: Genuine Factory Team Component
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