Overview
The Team Associated RC10B74.2 Diff Pinion Gear Shims are essential genuine spare parts designed for serious RC enthusiasts who demand precision engineering and authentic manufacturer components for their vehicles. These differential pinion gear shims measuring 5x6.5x1mm are specifically engineered by Team Associated to maintain optimal performance in the differential assembly of compatible RC vehicles. Whether you're a competitive racer, a weekend basher, or an experienced RC car UK hobbyist, these shims are critical components for maintaining your vehicle's drivetrain integrity and performance characteristics.
When servicing your RC10B74.2 or compatible Team Associated models, using genuine OEM spares like these shims ensures that your vehicle operates exactly as the manufacturer intended. The differential is one of the most important systems in any RC car, allowing the inside and outside wheels to rotate at different speeds during cornering whilst maintaining traction and stability. Proper shimming of the differential pinion ensures smooth engagement, reduces wear, and prevents binding that could compromise your vehicle's handling and longevity. These shims are produced to exact specifications by Team Associated, the company that engineered your vehicle, guaranteeing perfect fitment and reliability.
RC Model Shop stocks genuine Team Associated spares, including differential components, suspension parts, drivetrain upgrades, and maintenance items for the complete RC10B74.2 platform. Whether you're replacing worn shims during routine maintenance or building a race-ready setup, these authentic parts deliver the quality and precision that competitive RC drivers demand. Available at our UK store with fast shipping and expert advice from experienced RC enthusiasts.
Key Features
- Genuine Team Associated OEM Part — These shims are authentic original manufacturer components, not aftermarket replacements, ensuring they meet exact specifications for your RC10B74.2 and compatible vehicles without any fitment issues or performance compromises.
- Precise 5x6.5x1mm Dimensions — The carefully engineered shim size has been specifically calculated by Team Associated to maintain proper pinion mesh in the differential assembly, directly affecting handling, acceleration response, and driveline efficiency.
- Differential Pinion Assembly Application — These shims are designed for use around the differential pinion mechanism where manufacturers specify this exact size, playing a crucial role in controlling gear preload and ensuring smooth, consistent power delivery.
- Direct Compatibility with RC10B74.2 — Specifically engineered for the Team Associated RC10B74.2 and RC10B74.2D models, these shims guarantee perfect fitment without modification, allowing you to maintain factory specifications during servicing and repairs.
- Essential Maintenance Component — Regular inspection and replacement of differential shims during routine servicing prevents excessive wear, binding, and potential drivetrain damage that could sideline your vehicle during important races or events.
- Professional Grade Quality — Manufactured to Team Associated's rigorous quality standards, these shims deliver the precision and durability expected by professional racers and serious hobbyists throughout the UK RC community.
Technical Performance
The differential assembly in any high-performance RC vehicle is engineered with precision tolerances to ensure optimal power distribution between the front and rear wheels whilst allowing independent wheel rotation during turns. Team Associated's 5x6.5x1mm differential pinion gear shims are manufactured from materials selected specifically for durability, dimensional stability, and resistance to wear under the demanding conditions of competitive RC racing. The shim dimensions have been calculated to maintain the exact preload specifications that Team Associated engineers determined during the development and testing of the RC10B74.2 platform. Proper shimming is essential for achieving the differential's designed performance characteristics, preventing excessive gear mesh clearance that could result in noise, slop, and inconsistent handling, whilst avoiding over-tightening that would cause binding and premature wear. These genuine OEM components are produced to exacting standards, ensuring that each shim maintains its dimensional integrity through repeated heat cycles and the mechanical stresses inherent in competitive RC driving. The engineering precision built into these shims reflects Team Associated's 75-year heritage as a leading manufacturer of high-performance RC vehicles and components.
What's in the Box
- Team Associated RC10B74.2 Diff Pinion Gear Shims 5x6.5x1mm (AS92319)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the exact purpose of differential pinion gear shims in an RC10B74.2? — Differential pinion shims control the preload and mesh clearance of the pinion gear within the differential assembly. Proper shimming ensures smooth gear engagement, prevents binding during acceleration and cornering, and maintains the precise engineering tolerances that Team Associated designed into the vehicle's drivetrain. Without correct shimming, your differential could experience noise, reduced efficiency, and accelerated wear.
- Are these shims compatible with my Team Associated RC10B74.2? — Yes, these 5x6.5x1mm shims are genuine Team Associated OEM parts specifically designed for the RC10B74.2 and RC10B74.2D models. They are also compatible with several other Team Associated platforms including the Apex2, Apex2 Sport variants, RC10B84 series, RC10B84D Classic, RC10 4x4 Rally, and RC10T84, provided your kit manual specifies this shim size for your application.
- How do I know when my differential shims need replacing? — Inspect your differential shims during regular maintenance intervals, typically after every 10-15 hours of running on a competition vehicle or whenever you notice unusual noise, binding, or inconsistent handling during acceleration and cornering. Over time, shims can wear or shift position, compromising the precise mesh specifications your vehicle requires for optimal performance.
- Where exactly do these shims go in the differential assembly? — These shims are positioned around the differential pinion gear assembly to maintain the correct mesh clearance between the pinion and ring gears. Refer to your official Team Associated RC10B74.2 kit manual for the exact location, quantity required, and proper installation sequence, as incorrect shimming can negatively affect your vehicle's handling and reliability.
- Should I use shims when servicing my RC10B74.2 differential? — Absolutely. These shims are not optional upgrades but essential engineering components specified by Team Associated for maintaining your vehicle's factory performance characteristics. Whether you're performing routine maintenance or rebuilding your differential after a season of racing, using the correct genuine shims ensures your vehicle performs exactly as engineered.
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 RC10B74.2 Diff Pinion Gear Shims 5x6.5x1mm 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: AS92319
- Product Type: Differential Pinion Gear Shims
- Shim Dimensions: 5 x 6.5 x 1mm
- Application: Differential pinion assembly
- Vehicle Compatibility: RC10B74.2, RC10B74.2D, RC10B74, RC10B74.1, RC10B74.1D, Apex2, Apex2 Sport, Apex2 Sport A550, Apex2 Sport ST550, Apex2 Sport Nissan Z, Apex2 Hoonigan, RC10B84, RC10B84D, RC10B84 Classic, RC10B84D Classic, RC10 4x4 Rally, RC10T84
- Product Status: Active
- Barcode: 784695923195
- Packaging: Individual spare part
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