Overview
The Team Associated AS6579 Diff Drive Ring is an essential factory replacement component designed for serious RC enthusiasts who demand reliability and precision from their RC cars. This genuine manufacturer part is engineered to maintain the smooth and consistent performance of your RC differential assembly, ensuring that your vehicle operates at peak efficiency during competition, weekend bashing, or routine maintenance. Whether you're an experienced RC racer running on UK tracks or a dedicated hobbyist maintaining your fleet of RC models, this differential component plays a crucial role in the drivetrain's functionality.
As an authorised Team Associated parts supplier, RC Model Shop stocks genuine OEM components that guarantee proper fit and dependable operation. The AS6579 Diff Drive Ring is specifically engineered to work seamlessly with a wide range of Associated RC vehicles, from classic RC10 models to modern TC series buggies. When you choose genuine manufacturer parts like this, you're investing in the long-term reliability of your RC car UK collection and ensuring that your vehicle maintains its performance characteristics over many seasons of use.
This is the kind of component that separates casual RC operators from serious enthusiasts who understand that quality spares and upgrades are fundamental to maintaining a high-performance RC car. By using the correct manufacturer part during routine maintenance or complete drivetrain rebuilds, you eliminate the guesswork and potential compatibility issues that come with aftermarket alternatives. The AS6579 represents Team Associated's commitment to excellence and their understanding of what competitive and recreational RC drivers need to keep their vehicles running perfectly.
Key Features
- Genuine Factory Replacement Component — This is an authentic Team Associated part manufactured to the original specifications, ensuring perfect compatibility and reliable operation within your differential assembly without any fitment concerns or performance compromises.
- OEM Quality Engineering — As a factory-original part, the AS6579 has been tested and validated by Team Associated engineers to deliver the exact performance characteristics your RC car needs for smooth, consistent differential operation.
- Wide Model Compatibility — The AS6579 Diff Drive Ring fits an extensive range of Team Associated RC vehicles including the B44, RC10B44.1, RC10B44.2, RC12L3, RC12L3O, TC3, TC4, and the limited edition AS6002RR RC10 Worlds Car Race Roller, making it a versatile spares option for multi-car collections.
- Essential Maintenance Component — This differential ring is the kind of part you'll need for routine maintenance intervals and complete drivetrain rebuilds, helping you maintain optimal performance and extend the lifespan of your RC differential assembly.
- Reliable Performance Under Load — Team Associated's precision engineering ensures this diff drive ring can handle the stresses of acceleration, cornering, and track conditions without premature wear or failure, keeping your RC car running smoothly.
- Easy Installation — As a factory replacement part, the AS6579 installs directly into your existing differential assembly with no modifications required, making maintenance straightforward for experienced RC enthusiasts.
Technical Performance
The Team Associated AS6579 Diff Drive Ring represents the kind of precision engineering that serious RC competitors and dedicated hobbyists have relied on for decades. This component is manufactured using Team Associated's exacting standards to ensure it delivers the exact performance characteristics your differential assembly requires. The drive ring works in concert with other differential components to manage power distribution between wheels during acceleration and cornering, which is absolutely critical for maintaining consistent handling characteristics on both off-road and on-road RC vehicles. Whether you're running tight competition courses where precision handling is paramount, or enjoying weekend bashings with friends, the quality of this component directly influences how your RC car UK responds to driver inputs and maintains traction. Team Associated's commitment to quality means that this part has been extensively tested under real-world conditions to ensure it can withstand the stresses of competitive racing, hard driving, and multiple seasons of use. The engineering tolerances are tight enough to ensure smooth operation without any binding or excessive play, which would compromise differential function and handling characteristics. For RC enthusiasts in the UK who understand that a properly functioning differential is essential to vehicle performance, this genuine factory part is the only sensible choice for maintenance and rebuilds.
What's in the Box
- 1x Team Associated AS6579 Diff Drive Ring
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a diff drive ring and why do I need to replace it? — The differential drive ring is a critical component within your RC car's differential assembly that helps distribute power to the wheels during acceleration and cornering. Over time, with regular use and maintenance, this component may wear and require replacement to maintain smooth, consistent differential operation. Replacing it with a genuine factory part ensures your RC vehicle continues to handle predictably and perform at its best. This is a routine maintenance item that serious RC enthusiasts keep on hand for their spares collection.
- Is the AS6579 compatible with my Team Associated RC car? — The AS6579 Diff Drive Ring is compatible with a wide range of Team Associated vehicles including the B44, RC10B44.1, RC10B44.2, RC12L3, RC12L3O, TC3, TC4, and the limited edition AS6002RR RC10 Worlds Car Race Roller. Always consult your specific vehicle manual or official parts list to confirm that this is the correct component for your model before ordering, as differential specifications can vary between different RC car platforms.
- Should I use genuine Team Associated parts or aftermarket alternatives? — Genuine factory parts like the AS6579 are engineered and tested specifically by Team Associated for your vehicle, guaranteeing perfect fit and reliable operation. When you invest in genuine OEM components during maintenance, you're ensuring compatibility, maintaining your RC car's performance characteristics, and avoiding potential issues that can arise from using non-standard aftermarket parts. For serious RC enthusiasts, genuine parts are always the best choice.
- How do I know if my differential ring needs replacing? — If you're performing routine differential maintenance or a complete drivetrain rebuild, replacing the drive ring as part of the service is standard practice for keeping your RC car in peak condition. If you notice inconsistent differential behaviour, noise from the differential, or uneven power distribution to the wheels, the differential ring could be worn and may need replacement. When in doubt, consult the maintenance section of your vehicle manual or contact our team for advice.
- Can I order this part online from RC Model Shop? — Yes, the Team Associated AS6579 Diff Drive Ring is available online at RC Model Shop. We offer free UK shipping on orders over £100, and standard shipping is available to most of the UK for just £3.95, with express shipping available for £6.95. We typically ship orders the next business day, and you can also visit our physical store in Walsall if you prefer to view products in person before purchasing.
- Is this part stocked at RC Model Shop? — The AS6579 is usually in stock with shadow stock availability, meaning you can expect next-day shipping on most orders. If stock is temporarily depleted, you can request a stock notification and we'll email you automatically when it comes back into stock. Pre-order options are also available for customers who want to secure their item now and arrange payment and collection later.
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 ASSOCIATED DIFF DRIVE RINGS AS6579 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: AS6579
- Component Type: Differential Drive Ring
- Part Classification: Factory Replacement / OEM Spare Part
- Barcode: 784695065796
- Fitment: Standard Part
- Compatible Models: B44, RC10B44.1, RC10B44.2, RC12L3, RC12L3O, TC3, TC4, AS6002RR Limited Edition RC10 Worlds Car Race Roller
- Stock Status: Usually ships next business day
- Shipping Options: Standard UK £3.95, Express UK £6.95, Free UK shipping over £100, Worldwide shipping available
- Installation: Direct replacement, no modifications required
We want to make sure your delivery goes smoothly, so here are some important details about our service:
- 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.
- Most of our products include delivery in the price. If your order is under £90, a small delivery fee will apply but do not worry this will always be clearly shown at checkout before you complete your purchase.
- Depending on what you choose at checkout, your order will usually be delivered either the next working day or within 2 working days. For next day delivery please place your order before 2:00pm. Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday only. Some items may take a little longer and if that is the case we will always show the expected delivery time on the product page.
- If your order includes items with different dispatch times we will normally wait and send everything together once all items are in stock. If one of the items is going to take a while we will give you the choice either wait for everything to arrive or let us send the available items now and deliver the rest later. It is up to you.
- We use trusted delivery partners to make sure your order gets to you safely and on time. We use DPD for next working day deliveries and Royal Mail for the 2 day option.
- As soon as your order is on its way we will send you a tracking number by email. If you provide your mobile number at checkout we will also send delivery updates straight to your phone so you can keep an eye on progress.
- If a product is marked as "Dispatched within 3 working days" delivery usually takes around 3 to 5 working days from when your order is placed.
- 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.