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The motor temperature sensor is factory installed and provides
accurate telemetry data and thermal overload protection for
the motor. If you remove the temperature sensor for vehicle
maintenance, be certain to reinstall it correctly. The sensor should
be installed so the thermistor (the small component at the top of
the temperature sensor) is on the top of the motor (the side where
the wires exit the motor). The sensor should also be centered
on the motor. If the sensor is installed incorrectly, inaccurate or
false readings will be sent to the speed control, and your model's
performance may be compromised. Do not operate the X-Maxx
without the temperature sensor. If the sensor is missing or
incorrectly installed, overheating and permanent motor damage
may occur. Damage caused by overheating is not covered by the
limited warranty.
The X-Maxx also features factory installed cooling fins. These
cooling fins help pull the heat away from the motor. Also, the
electronic speed control features a cooling fan to assist in cooling
the VXL-8s in high current motor applications.
Tuning the Sealed Gear Differentials
The action of the front and rear gear differentials can be tuned
for different driving conditions and performance requirements
without major disassembly or removal of the suspension system.
From the factory, the differentials are sealed to maintain consistent
long-term performance. Changing the oil in the differential with
either lower or higher viscosity oil will vary the performance
characteristics of the differentials. Changing to higher viscosity oil
in the differential will reduce the tendency for motor power to be
transferred to the wheel with the least traction. You may notice
this when making sharp turns on slick surfaces. The unloaded
wheels on the inside of the turn have the least traction and tend
to spin up to extremely high rpms. Higher viscosity (thicker)
oil causes the differential to act like a limited-slip differential,
distributing more equal power to the left and right wheels.
X-Maxx will generally benefit from higher viscosity oil when
climbing or racing on low traction surfaces. Note: Heavier oil will
allow power to be transferred, even with one or more tires off the
ground. This can make the vehicle more likely to overturn on high-
traction surfaces.
From the factory, the front differential is filled with SAE 10,000W
viscosity silicone oil. The rear differential is filled with 30,000W oil.
Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas offers
SAE 10,000W, 30,000W, and 50,000W viscosity oil (see
your parts list). The differentials have to be removed
from the vehicle and disassembled to change/replace
oil. Follow the steps below to access and refill the front
and rear differentials:
Front and Rear Differential Removal:
1. Remove the two 4x20mm button-head cap screws
that secure the bumper to the skid plate. Rotate the
front bumper up and out of the way.
2. Remove the 4x12mm button-head cap screw (1) and
the 4x16mm button-head cap screws (4) that secure
the differential cover.
Note: To reach the screws at the bottom of the cover,
slide your screwdriver through the slots in the lip of
the skid plate.
3. Remove the differential cover.
4. Remove the differential from the housing. The drive
axles will slide out of the differential cups. To install
the differential, follow the steps in reverse order.
Refilling the Differential:
Refer to the X-Maxx Front Assembly in the Service and Support Guide
included with your model, or online at Traxxas.com/support for the
complete differential assembly.
1. Remove the four 3x15mm cap screws to pull the differential case
and ring gear apart. Work over a towel to collect any fluid that
drips from the differential.
2. Drain the fluid from the differential. You may wish to remove the
spider gears from the differential to make this easier.
3. Place the spider gears back into the differential case (if you
removed them). Fill the differential case with fluid until the
spider gears are submerged half way.
4. Rejoin the ring gear and differential case, using care to align
the screw holes. Be sure the rubber gasket is in place or the
differential may leak.
5. Install the four 3x15mm cap screws and tighten securely.
ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS
Front Differential Removal
1.
4x20mm
BCS
2.
4x12mm BCS (1)
4x16mm BCS (4)
Rear Differential Removal
1.
4x20mm
BCS
2.
4x12mm BCS (1)
4x16mm BCS (4)
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