Team Associated Rival MT10 Hat Bushing Set Steering Block Spares AS25819

Overview

The Team Associated Rival MT10 Hat Bushing Set AS25819 is an essential maintenance and repair component for anyone running a Team Associated Rival MT10 RC short course truck. Whether you're a serious competitor, weekend basher, or an RC enthusiast looking to keep your truck performing at its peak, this genuine replacement set is designed to refresh key pivot points in your steering and suspension assemblies. The Rival MT10 is a popular choice in the RC truck community across the UK, and maintaining it with authentic OEM parts ensures you maintain the precise steering response and dependable handling that makes this truck a joy to drive on any terrain.

Designed and manufactured by Team Associated, one of the most respected names in RC racing heritage, this hat bushing set provides the convenient spares you need for routine maintenance and repairs. Over time, the bushings and hats that form critical connection points in your truck's steering blocks and caster blocks can wear, affecting the responsiveness of your steering and the overall handling characteristics of your vehicle. By replacing these components with genuine Team Associated parts, you can restore your MT10 to factory specifications and maintain the tight, precise feel that makes this truck so competitive on the track or in the park.

Available now at competitive prices from RC Model Shop, the AS25819 is an affordable way to keep your Rival MT10 running smoothly and ensure you always have spares on hand for quick maintenance between races or weekend driving sessions. If you're serious about your RC car UK hobby, having quality replacement parts in your spares box is essential for minimising downtime and maximising your driving time.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Team Associated Parts — This is not an aftermarket imitation; these are authentic parts manufactured by Team Associated to the exact same specifications as the original components fitted to new Rival MT10 trucks, ensuring perfect fitment and performance every time.
• Refresh Steering Pivot Points — The set includes replacement steering block hats that directly improve your truck's steering response by eliminating wear in the steering assembly, allowing your servo to translate your transmitter inputs more precisely into vehicle movement.
• Maintain Suspension Performance — The caster block hat bushings are critical to maintaining the correct geometry and responsiveness of your suspension system, ensuring your truck handles consistently through corners and over rough terrain.
• Routine Maintenance Essential — Regular replacement of these wear items is part of responsible RC truck ownership, keeping your MT10 in peak condition and preventing more serious damage to steering components down the line.
• Complete Set Included — You receive everything needed in one convenient pack, with four caster block hat bushings and four steering block hats, providing a full set of replacements for your truck's steering and suspension geometry points.

Technical Performance

The Team Associated Rival MT10 is engineered to exacting standards as a competitive short course truck, and every component, including these hat bushings and steering block hats, plays a vital role in the overall performance envelope. The bushings themselves are designed to maintain precise clearances whilst allowing smooth movement at the steering block pivot points. Over extended use, particularly in competitive racing or aggressive bashing, these components experience significant wear from the constant articulation of the suspension and steering inputs. The caster block hat bushings specifically control the angle and positioning of the front wheels, directly affecting how the truck handles acceleration, braking and cornering inputs. Similarly, the steering block hats form the critical connection point where your servo linkages meet the steering blocks, and any wear here translates directly to slop in your steering response. By replacing these items with genuine Team Associated parts, you ensure that the MT10's steering geometry remains true and responsive, maintaining the truck's reputation for precision handling at high speeds and in competitive racing environments. These are precision-engineered components manufactured to exacting tolerances, ensuring they integrate seamlessly with your existing suspension and steering systems without any adjustment or modification required.

What's in the Box

• 4x Rival MT10 Caster Block Hat Bushings
• 4x Rival MT10 Steering Block Hats

Frequently Asked Questions

• How often should I replace the hat bushings and steering block hats on my Rival MT10? — This depends entirely on how frequently you use your truck and how aggressively you drive it. If you're racing competitively, you should inspect these components after every 3-4 race meetings, and replace them if you notice any wear or play in the steering. For casual weekend driving, annual replacement is usually sufficient. The signs you need new ones include loose or sloppy steering response, slight rattling noises from the front end, or visible wear on the plastic components.
• Are these parts compatible with other Associated models? — These parts are specifically designed for the Rival MT10 and are not interchangeable with other Associated models without modification. Always ensure you're ordering the correct part number for your specific truck model to avoid fitment issues.
• Will these parts improve my truck's performance? — If your current bushings are worn, replacing them with new genuine parts will absolutely restore your truck's steering precision and responsiveness, which many drivers notice immediately as improved handling and more predictable cornering behaviour. However, if your current bushings are in good condition, the performance improvement will be minimal.
• Is this a difficult job to fit myself? — These are relatively straightforward parts to replace, but you'll need basic RC tools including a hex driver set and possibly a small punch or bearing press to remove and install the bushings properly. If you're not confident, your local RC hobby shop can fit them for you, often whilst you wait.
• Can I use aftermarket alternatives? — Whilst aftermarket parts may be cheaper, genuine Team Associated parts are engineered to the exact specifications of your truck and will maintain the precision and handling characteristics that make the Rival MT10 special. Aftermarket alternatives may result in looser tolerances and compromised handling.

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 RIVAL MT10 HAT BUSHING SET AS25819 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.