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transmitter is required, then it may be necessary to re-center
the throttle servo. Now operate the throttle trigger to ensure
that you have full forward and reverse operation, and that the
motor stops when the throttle trigger is at neutral.
5) Operate the steering control on the transmitter (channel 1).
Check for rapid operation of the steering servo and that none of
the steering mechanism is loose or binding. If the servo operates
slowly, check for weak batteries. Turn the "steering trim" control on
the transmitter to adjust the servo so that the front wheels are
pointing straight ahead. Check to be sure that the wheels do not
turn more in one direction than in the other. If you cannot align
the front wheels, you will have to re-center your steering servo
(see "Centering Your Servos" in the Adjustments section).
Hold the steering wheel with just your fingertips! If you
grip the wheel with your entire hand, you may be able to
exert enough force to break the steering mechanism by
overturning. Overturning the wheel is not covered by warranty.
6) The radio system should be range-tested before each session
of running. With the radio system on, have a friend carry the
radio away from you a distance equal to the maximum range
you plan to operate the the model. At distance, once again test
for complete radio control. Never attempt to run the model if the
radio appears to be malfunctioning in any way. The model could
run out of control.
VISUAL INSPECTION
Form the habit of visually inspecting the mechanical integrity of
the Street Sport before each run.
1) Check the wheels and steering for binding.
2) Check the operation of the shock absorbers.
3) Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connections.
4) Check the mounting of the receiver, servos, and speed control.
5) Check the tightness of the wheel nuts with a wrench.
6 Check the operation of the radio system, especially the condition
of the batteries.
7) Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure or suspension.
8) The steering servo saver will wear out over time. If the steering
becomes loose, the servo saver should be replaced.
DRIVING PRECAUTIONS
• Allow the motor and battery to cool between runs
• The radio system is not waterproof. Avoid driving through pud-
dles or mud. If water gets into the electronics it could damage
them.
• Do not continue to operate Street Sport with low batteries or
you could lose control of it. After the battery power drops below
a certain point, the model will continue with the last command it
had from the transmitter. Indications of low battery power
include slow operation and sluggish servos (slow to return to
neutral). Stop immediately at the first sign of weak batteries.
When the batteries in the transmitter become weak, the red
power light will begin to flash. Stop immediately and install new
batteries, or you could lose control of your model.
• Do not drive the Street Sport at night, on public streets, or in
large crowds of people.
• If the Street Sport becomes stuck against an object, do not con-
tinue to run the motor. Remove the obstruction before continu-
ing to drive.
• Do not attempt to push objects or tow objects with the Street
Sport.
• Because the Street Sport is controlled by radio, it is subject to
radio interference from many sources beyond your control.
Since radio interference can cause momentary losses of con-
trol, allow a safety margin of space in all directions around the
Street Sport in order to prevent collisions.
Contact Traxxas for assistance: 1-888-TRAXXAS. 972-613-3300 (outside USA). E-Mail us at support@traxxas.com
• Use good, common sense whenever you are driving your Street
Sport. Intentionally driving in an abusive and rough manner will
only result in poor performance and broken parts. Take care of
your car, so that you can enjoy it for a long time to come.
ADJUSTMENTS
• CAMBER
The camber angle of both the front and rear wheels cannot be
adjusted using the stock camber rods. The wheels are set to 0
degrees of camber (wheel is perpendicular to the ground). By
installing optional turnbuckles (see your parts list), the camber
angles can be adjusted. These adjustments should be set with
the car positioned at its normal ride height. Use a square or right-
angle triangle to set the camber accurately.
Negative
camber
• TOE IN
Geometry and alignment specs play an important roll in your
car's handling. Take the time to set them correctly. Set the steer-
ing trim on your transmitter to neutral. Now, adjust your servo
and tie rods so that both wheels are pointing straight ahead and
are parallel to each other (0 degrees toe in). This will ensure the
0
same amount of steering in both directions.
For increased stability add 1-2 degrees of toe in to each front
wheel. Use the turnbuckles to adjust the alignment. (Toe-in and
Toe-out photos shown below are exaggerated. Do not adjust visu-
ally to illustrations).
Positive
camber
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Toe-in
Toe-in
Toe-out
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