TC3 Carbon Fiber Parts

[twism86]

Hey, Ive been looking for carbon fiber shock towers for my tc3 and cant find any place that sells them. Ive found them on kits i see on ebay but not alone. I know penguinrc.com has some stuff but not towers alone. Anyone know a good source for these and other parts? Thanks!

[howielong]

Front (http://www.speedtechrc.com/store/ebproductdetail.asp?catmainid=339&id=1035)

Rear (http://www.speedtechrc.com/store/ebproductdetail.asp?catmainid=339&id=1037)

[twism86]

Thanks! A bit pricey tho. Another Q? Why is it either refered to as carbon fiber or graphite? I thought graphite looks like composite? Any other sources are welcome!!

[highroller]

Check the manual for parts number, the graphite shock towers were included in the Full Team version or as upgrade part for the Racer and Team version kits. Associated discontinued the TC3s but part number or parts may still be available, try Stormer Hobbies as well. Try using TC3 in the search, then all vehicles if you don't have the part number. Irrgang Racing Service (listed on Tower and Stormer hobbies) also made upgrades for the TC3 -can't remember if the shock towers were sold separately.

Graphite is normally lamenated sheets pressed in layers while composite is sometimes a mixture of plastic/graphite or other material like delron.