Does any one else with a NTC3 notice that their is some loose play in the whole steering link assembly? The problem is the poor quality ball cups used. Is there any available upgraded heavy duty ball cups available?

There are upgrades for every part on the TC3 - Just go to different sites like towerhobbies.com or some others and search around.

spurgear - i have 2 NTC3's and they both did that. here is a solution

the problem is caused by two seperate parts.

1st - the bellcrank bushings are too loose and need to be replaced with bearings. AE makes this upgrade and it can be found anywhere.
2nd - ur right about the ball cups. replace them with a set from RPM similar to the rear toe in ball cups. these will solve the problem

is this problem in the ready to run or the team kit as well, i thought the team kit came full bearings?

shozz - it is with the team kit as well. all my ntc3 are team kits. and all have this problem, and all have bushings in the bellcrank. the bearings are only in the drivetrain

ok, i will probably end up on here asking about it again when that day comes thati getthe kit... lol at least now though i know it will be fixable.

Do you know which model RPM ball cups will fit? I have to order it online.

these are the best fit

http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXEV19&P=7