The Tamiya TA-05 chassis platform has been tearing up the race track and parking lots since July 2005. Since its release, it has gone through some refinements and evolutions to give consumers the best mid level touring car in the R/C industry.
With the introduction of the TA-05 IFS (Inboard Front Suspension), many consumers want to know; "Can I convert my standard TA-05 into an IFS?" The answer is YES! We have a simple parts chart below to show you what you need. The chart reflects two options. One option is using stock IFS parts and the second option reflects using Hop Op Options to do the same thing. | | Option one: Stock parts | ITEM# | DESCRIPTION | QUANTITY REQUIRED | | 51294 | TA05-IFS N Parts | 1 | | 9805840 | 3x9.5mm Step Screw | 1 | | 9808126 | 5x9.5mm Rocker Nut | 1 | | 9805185 | Metal Bushing. Bag 850 2pc | 2 | | 9804205 | 5mm Ball Connector 4 pcs. | 2 | | 50875 | TA04 5mm Ball cup Connector Set | 1 | | 9804236 | Turnbuckle Shaft 3x28 | 1 | | 50380 | E-ring set | 1 | | 53899 | Reversible LW Sus Set | 1 | | 53836 | 48mm Swing Shafts | 2 |
Option two: Hop Ups Options
| Item # | Description | Quantity Required | Replaces | | 53991 | TA05-IFS N Parts carbon reinforced | 1 | 51294 | | 53993 | TA05-IFS Rocker Arm Set aluminum | 1 | 51294 | | 53992 | TA05-IFS Rocker Nut Aluminum | 1 | 9808126 | | 42111 | 850 Teflon Sealed Bearing 2pcs. | 2 | 9805185 | | 53642 | 5mm Aluminum Ball Connector | 1 | 9804205 | | 53601 | 5mm Adjuster Low Friction 8pcs | 1 | 50875 | | 53527 | 3x32mm Titan Turnbuckle | 1 | 9804236 | | 49325 | Alum Turnbuckle Shafts 3x32mm Red 2pcs | 1 | 9804236, 53527,53601 |
| | The lightweight suspension is also available as the Short Lightweight Reversible Suspension Set (item 54083). This set uses suspension arms that are 1mm shorter. The result of this design is enhanced mechanical grip. When using item 54083, be sure to use swing shafts 51092 and 53724.
To complete the fitting of the IFS parts on your standard TA-05, please reference the IFS instruction manual HERE This manual is available in .pdf format and will help guide you through any issues or questions you have regarding installation. | | | | |
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