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This aluminium setup system from HUDY has been specially designed for 1:10 touring cars.
It allows you to precisely adjust the entire car and accurately read the camber, toe and caster. Adjusting the
steering angle precisely is also a breeze.

Contents:

• 4 x setup gauges for right and left
• 1 x plexiglass plate for reading toe
• Nuts and bolts for mounting the system
• Storage box

How a setup system works on a 1:10 RC

For ambitious RC model car drivers, a precisely tuned vehicle is the key to success. A setup system helps to measure chassis parameters accurately and adjust them precisely – for better performance on the track. Here we explain how to use a setup system correctly on a 1:10 scale RC car.

What is a setup system?

A setup system is a specialised measuring tool used to analyse the suspension of an RC car. It usually consists of measuring plates, measuring rulers and angle gauges, which are fitted in place of the wheels. This allows you to

precisely measure and adjust

important parameters such as :

• toe (toe-in/toe-out)

• camber

• caster

• steering angle

• (Ackermann)

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Step-by-step guide: Using the set-up system

1. Prepare the vehicle

• Remove the tyres

• Ensure that all chassis components can move freely

• Position the vehicle on a level surface

2. Fit the set-up system

• Attach the set-up plates to the steering knuckles or wheel carriers (instead of the wheels)

• Ensure that the plates are securely and straightly fitted

3. Measure the toe setting

• Use the measuring scales to read the difference between the front and rear edges of the set-up plates

• Use the tie-rods to precisely adjust the toe-in or toe-out

4. Check camber

• Use the integrated camber gauge on the set-up plates

• Set negative or positive camber depending on track requirements (typically: -1° to -3°)

5. Adjusting caster and steering

• Check the caster angle using special caster tools or based on the set-up data

• Check the Ackermann (steering geometry) and adjust if necessary

6. Double-check

• Measure again after each adjustment

• Set up symmetrically on both sides

7. Document the set-up

• Record all values in writing (set-up sheet)

• This makes it easy to reproduce set-ups for different tracks or conditions

Why is a set-up system so important?

A precisely adjusted chassis ensures :

• Greater driving stability

• Better cornering

• Even tyre wear

• Predictable performance on different track surfaces

Particularly in the competitive arena of 1:10 RC car racing (e.g. Touring Cars or the Buggy class)

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a good set-up is the difference between victory and defeat.

Tip: Check regularly

Even after crashes or intensive use, it is advisable to re-measure the vehicle using the set-up system. Even the slightest deviations can significantly alter the handling.