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  • Page 1 MODEL 53097-3 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 ADJUSTMENTS Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day and running in the shortest time possible. If you are an to assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible.

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement E-mail: support@Traxxas.com dealer absolutely cannot accept a model for return or exchange parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online Entire contents ©2019 Traxxas. after it has been run.
  • Page 4 1 2 3 3+ 4 5 All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new Revo. Operate your Revo BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and those around...

  • Page 5: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle Extra oiled air filter set Long Travel rocker 1.5mm “L”...
  • Page 6 ANATOMY OF THE REVO 3.3 Hex Hub Access Plug EZ-Start Motor (for two-speed adjustment) Pivot Ball Roll Hoop Air Filter Throttle/ Brake Servo Axle Carrier Shifting Servo TRX 3.3 Racing Engine (inside box) (inside box) see pg. 17 for details...

  • Page 7: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    Follow this procedure to make sure your radio system works properly at Look for the Quick Start logo at the bottom of a distance and that there is no interference from outside sources. Quick Start pages. REVO 3.3 • 7...

  • Page 8: Radio System

    NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH batteries offer high current handling, and much greater resistance Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with To prevent loss of radio range to the “memory” effect. NiMH batteries generally allow higher Traxxas Link ™...

  • Page 9: Transmitter And Receiver

    Voltage/Temp Sensor Port - V/T Voltage/Temp Senor Port - V/T OptiDrive ESM (Electronic Shift Module) * Not used Shifting Servo (micro servo) Power Switch Battery Compartment Throttle Servo Traxxas Link To Transmission Wireless Module (OptiDrive sensor) REVO 3.3 • 9...

  • Page 10: Charging The Receiver Battery

    RADIO SYSTEM CHARGING THE RECEIVER BATTERY INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES To power the radio system in the truck, your Revo 3.3 is equipped Your TQi transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery compartment If the radio system doesn’t is located in the base of the transmitter.

  • Page 11: Battery Care

    • Only use approved chargers for NiMH battery packs (such as the of malfunction, but the first, best defense against a runaway model Traxxas EZ-Peak Plus, part #2933). Do not exceed the maximum is to always turn the transmitter on first, and off last.
  • Page 12 When the throttle will flash red. The OptiDrive Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely trigger is pushed all the way forward, the brake should lock. will stay in failsafe mode until turned off while adjusting steering trim.
  • Page 13 5. Do not attempt to operate the model if there is any problem was engineered into your Traxxas adjust the engine idle speed. with the radio system or any external interference with your...

  • Page 14: Setting Up The Antenna

    For instructions on how to use the OptiDrive with aftermarket A. Turn transmitter off. radio systems, or to access advanced programming options, visit 14 • REVO 3.3 B. Hold both MENU and SET. Traxxas.com.

  • Page 15: The Trx 3.3 Racing Engine

    3-4 hours. An extra pre-lubed air filter set has been provided with this model to encourage you to maintain the engine’s air filter. REVO 3.3 • 15...
  • Page 16 Air Intake Engine Mount Carburetor Throttle Arm Flywheel Clutch Bell Crankshaft Tuned Pipe Glow Plug Wire EZ-Start Plug Ground Wire EZ-Start Positive Wire Controller Negative Wire Pressure Fuel Line Line Header Engine Shut-off Clamp Fuel Tank 16 • REVO 3.3...

  • Page 17: Terms To Know

    The break-in procedure can be different for Flame-out - Occurs when the engine stops running at high rpm. different makes of engines. Follow the Traxxas directions for break- Usually the fault of an excessively lean fuel mixture or glow in exactly.
  • Page 18 Leaning the mixture - Turning either the high-speed and/or low- to the tank. On a Traxxas model this is done by holding your finger speed needle(s) clockwise to decrease the amount of fuel the over the exhaust tip for one or two seconds while the engine is engine receives.
  • Page 19 Lower nitro percentages have their own fuel out of reach of small • Top Fuel is the only fuel which is 100% certified for use in Traxxas engines. advantages. Nitro is an expensive component in the children at all times! While •...

  • Page 20: The Air Filter

    Apply a total of 24 drops of The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine in this model Traxxas air filter oil, evenly distributed between the top, bottom and is equipped with a specially designed sides of the filter element. Squeeze the filter element repeatedly to two-stage air filter to deliver maximum filtering efficiency and help spread the oil throughout.
  • Page 21 • Slightly rich fuel mixtures deliver cooler running and more with the available air lubrication but with slightly less power. (atomization). Cold Air (More Dense) (Warm Air) Less Dense REVO 3.3 • 21...
  • Page 22 Solid green LED 100% charged Disconnect the battery. speed needle 3/4 turn if The Traxxas EZ-Start brings the convenience of push-button electric previously running 20% nitro engine starting to your Revo. The EZ-Start consists of a hand-held control CHARGER LED INDICATION...
  • Page 23 When the EZ-Start controller Make sure you are using a good quality battery pack that is fully bed on your Revo 3.3. When the red button on the controller is pressed, is in protection mode, wait charged (new batteries usually require several charge cycles to reach...
  • Page 24 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE BREAKING IN YOUR TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE • Keep extra Traxxas glow plugs handy. The break-in process can cause The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine uses a ringless, aluminum-brass-chrome See Important Points to deposits to form on the plug leading to plug failure.
  • Page 25 3-second count, hold for 2 more seconds, and then Only use the Traxxas break-in thousand two, and then stop. Repeat this starting and stopping gently apply the brake to stop. Count the five seconds out while procedure.
  • Page 26 220°F, and needs to cool down. If the water takes a long time or be a light stream of blue smoke coming from the exhaust. does not evaporate at all, then the engine is too cool. 26 • REVO 3.3...
  • Page 27 The low-speed mixture is always set after the high-speed needle is Higher Richer correctly adjusted. The low-speed mixture is set using the “pinch test”: 1. Once the engine is warm, do several high-speed runs to confirm that the high-speed needle is set correctly. REVO 3.3 • 27...
  • Page 28 Once the engine is tuned, then observe the temperature. Fine-Tuning the Carburetor The Traxxas Link application’s dashboard temperature gauge can aid you After fine-tuning your TRX 3.3 Racing Engine at the end of the break- in tuning by giving you a relative indication of how your adjustments are...
  • Page 29 • If your Revo gets stuck, stop driving immediately. Move the vehicle and then continue driving. • Never turn off the radio system while the engine is running. The truck could run out of control. REVO 3.3 • 29...

  • Page 30: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    Make sure you fully understand the basic adjustments before experimenting Optional springs available from Traxxas are listed below. Refer to your with the advanced adjustments. Improper combinations of parts list for a complete part number listing. Higher rate springs are adjustments can adversely affect the performance of the truck, stiffer.
  • Page 31 Damping should be increased (with higher viscosity oil) if the model is bottoming easily over jumps. Damping should be decreased (with thinner viscosity oil) if the model is hopping over small bumps and feels unstable. The REVO 3.3 • 31...

  • Page 32: Alignment Settings

    Negative camber Under certain conditions, toe-in can be increased to a maximum of 3-degrees. To avoid potential interference of suspension components with the Long Travel rockers installed, see the maximum alignment limits table on page 33. 32 • REVO 3.3...
  • Page 33 Do not Camber (degrees) Configuration (degrees) overtighten the slipper nut or you could damage the slipper bearings, Toe In Toe Out pressure plates, or other components. +3 to -5 REVO 3.3 • 33...
  • Page 34 Adjusting The Steering System a turn. On larger tracks it may be necessary to allow earlier shifts for 1. Remove the servo horns and steering links from the servos. increased speed. Disconnect the steering links from the servo saver. 34 • REVO 3.3...
  • Page 35 (see parts list for details). Do not use this However, if the brake pads wear down close to the metal pad holders, spring with standard Traxxas high-torque servos. they should be replaced. Any more wear than this could cause damage to the brake parts and improper operation of the brake system.
  • Page 36 You must perform after-run maintenance on your to extremely high quality • Perform after-run maintenance on the engine. This clears the engine Traxxas engine whenever the model will be stored for standards and should under of destructive moisture and other corrosive deposits. This is extremely longer than a few hours.
  • Page 37 A 5/16 or 8mm nut driver will also work. 3. Turn the model upside down and plug in the EZ-Start controller. If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1-888-TRAXXAS 4. Push the EZ-Start button for several seconds to clear the engine of excess fuel.

  • Page 38: Advanced Tuning Adjustments

    This provides a very “plush” correctly will maintain the original factory geometry and eliminate the feeling suspension with seemingly bottomless suspension travel. unwanted steering angle changes caused by bump steer. 38 • REVO 3.3...
  • Page 39 (roll Progressive Rate Travel center), the tall center hollow Tall Center ball should be used as shown. Hollow Ball Upper Constant Rate Travel Wheel Travel REVO 3.3 • 39...
  • Page 40 Be careful not to lose the 1st gear to 2nd gear. The wide ratio gear set is installed in the Revo 3.3. small washer located below the piston.
  • Page 41 (Wide) 15.45 16.31* 17.17 Using lower viscosity silicone oil. Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas sells SAE 10,000W With 15T Clutch Bell # of Spur Gear Teeth (thinner) oil for: (standard) and SAE 50,000W viscosity oil (see your parts list). The differentials have to be...

  • Page 42: Tq I Advanced Tuning Guide

    Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Traxxas countries.
  • Page 43 In this illustration, the steering servo’s travel (and with it, the steering motion of the ignores the actual position of the trim (set to Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) by default, see page 13). model’s front wheels) corresponds precisely with the steering wheel. The ranges are knob.
  • Page 44 Turning the Multi-Function knob fully clockwise will not completely center the servo. When selected, Sub- transmitter via Traxxas Link Model Memory. deliver maximum steering throw; turning the knob Trim allows finer adjustment to the servo output shaft’s...
  • Page 45 With Traxxas Link Model Memory, there is no need remember which transmitter goes with which model and there is never a need to have to select any model from a list of model memory entries.
  • Page 46 6. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. Press C onfirm Deletion Delete Model *Torque Control is a feature designed only for use with the power system in the Traxxas Funny Car Race Replica (Model #6907). One Blink Red Two Blinks Green...
  • Page 47 Press SET Press MENU twice Press SET Press SET to reverse Press/hold MENU servo green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks green LED blinks (x3) red LED blinks servo direction returns to driving mode REVO 3.3 • 47...
  • Page 48 ’ MODEL 53097-3 6250 Traxxas Way, McKinney, Texas 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 191213 KC2784-R00...

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