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  • Page 1 MODEL 59076-3 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 RACING ENGINE We know you’re excited about getting your new Slayer Pro 4X4 Slayer Pro 4X4 is made to be a complete package that starts with DRIVING YOUR on the road, but it’s very important that you take some time to...

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    Traxxas. identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online Other brand names and marks are at BuyTraxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping...
  • Page 4 Never run the engine indoors. greater than 140°F / 60°C), disconnect the battery from the charger and support equipment. • Do not operate your Slayer Pro 4X4 at night, or anytime your line of sight to discontinue charging immediately. Previous experience with the model may be obstructed or impaired in any way.

  • Page 5: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    TOOLS, SUPPLIES, AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Your Slayer Pro 4X4 comes with a set of specialty metric tools. You’ll need to purchase other items, available from your hobby dealer, to operate and maintain your model. For more information on radio SUPPLIED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT system batteries, see Use the Right Batteries on page 10.
  • Page 6 ANATOMY OF THE SLAYER PRO 4X4 Throttle Linkage to Hex Hub Axle Carrier TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Throttle/Brake Servo see pg. 15 for details Pivot Ball (below filter) Access Plug (for two-speed adjustment) Suspension Arm Exhaust Header Roll Hoop Rocker...

  • Page 7: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your Slayer Pro 4X4 running, from opening the box to breaking in and tuning your engine. Refer to the pages indicated for details on each step. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages.

  • Page 8: Radio System

    TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM INTRODUCTION NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with batteries offer high current handling, and much greater resistance To prevent loss of radio range Traxxas Link Model Memory.

  • Page 9: Transmitter And Receiver

    RADIO SYSTEM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter. The transmitter has two channels: channel one operates the steering, and channel two operates the throttle. The receiver inside the model has three output channels. Your model is equipped with two servos and a receiver.

  • Page 10: Installing Transmitter Batteries

    Optional Accessory: Rechargeable Receiver Battery 3. Reinstall the battery compartment door and snap it closed. The Slayer Pro 4X4 can be upgraded with the RX 4. Turn on the transmitter and check the status LED for a solid green Power Pack NiMH rechargeable receiver battery light.
  • Page 11 (center) point of the steering channel. procedure will help to prevent your model from receiving stray Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely signals from another transmitter, or other source, and running turned off while adjusting steering trim. See page 13 for TSM out of control.
  • Page 12 1. Turn on the radio system and check its operation as described in result in air pockets. the previous section. 2. Have a friend hold the model with the engine off. 5,9,10 5,9,10 12 • SLAYER PRO 4X4...
  • Page 13 Drive with TSM on and off to test how it is making your control of the vehicle easier and more precise. For more information, visit Traxxas.com/tsm. Note: TSM must be completely turned off while adjusting steering trim. SLAYER PRO 4X4 • 13...

  • Page 14: 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. 14 • SLAYER PRO 4X4...
  • Page 15 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE ILLUSTRATED Glow Plug Slayer Pro 4X4’s fuel tank Idle Speed Two-Stage is equipped with a built-in Screw Air Filter sintered bronze fuel filter. Head Protector PowerTune Head ™ (Cylinder Head) EZ-Start Drive Unit ®...
  • Page 16 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-in Usually the fault of an excessively lean fuel mixture or glow exactly.
  • Page 17 On a Traxxas model this is done by holding your finger Leaning the mixture - Turning either the high-speed and/or low-...
  • Page 18 Engines. No one knows more about the specific fuel requirements of A commonly asked question is “what is the difference between20% Traxxas engines, than Traxxas engineers. We strongly urge you not to and 33% fuels?” Increasing the nitro in the fuel is almost like adding take chances with your engine investment and use the Traxxas fuel extra oxygen to the combustion process.

  • Page 19: The Air Filter

    ATV engines. This type of filter oil is available at motorcycle fuel bottle, and squeeze to dispense pro-shops. Apply a total of 24 drops of Traxxas air filter oil, evenly the fuel. distributed between the top, bottom, and sides of the filter element.
  • Page 20 Richening the fuel mixture increases the amount of fuel in the (atomization). air/fuel mixture ratio and leaning the fuel mixture decreases the amount of fuel in the air/fuel mixture ratio. Cold Air (More Dense) (Warm Air) Less Dense 20 • SLAYER PRO 4X4...
  • Page 21 ELECTRIC STARTING SYSTEM for maximum performance. CHARGER LED INDICATION MEANING The Traxxas EZ-Start brings the convenience of push-button electric Solid Red LED Ready for Charging engine starting to your model. The EZ-Start consists of a hand-held control unit and an on-board motorized starter.
  • Page 22 EZ-Start is in protection mode. corrosion. Always be careful not to touch the exhaust pipe after running. It can become very hot. 7,12 7,12 22 • SLAYER PRO 4X4...
  • Page 23 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 deposits to form on the plug leading to plug failure.
  • Page 24 2 seconds 15 minutes Apply throttle gradually. 3 seconds Reduce idle speed if necessary. Full 3 seconds Do not allow shifting to high gear. Full 5 seconds Accelerate over 3 second count, hold for 2 seconds. 24 • SLAYER PRO 4X4...
  • Page 25 220°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. SLAYER PRO 4X4 • 25...
  • Page 26 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. 26 • SLAYER PRO 4X4...
  • Page 27 The following procedures require an optional infrared temperature probe, and no signs of abnormal running, then avoid running the engine at its an on-board temperature gauge, or the Traxxas telemetry temperature maximum lean setting. Watch closely for any signs of overheating.
  • Page 28 Driving Tips and the idle is set…now it’s time to have some fun! Before you go on, • Slayer Pro 4X4 is very fast. Select a large area to drive with few here are some important precautions to keep in mind.

  • Page 29: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    Optional springs available from Traxxas are listed below. Refer to your should be checked to ensure tune Slayer Pro 4X4 to perform well on a variety of surfaces. parts list for a complete part number listing. Higher rate springs are proper operation of the suspension.

  • Page 30: Alignment Settings

    The alignment settings are critical for optimizing the performance Shock Oil of Slayer Pro 4X4. Adjust your alignment as carefully and precisely as The 4 oil-filled aluminum shocks (dampers) effectively control the you possibly can. suspension movement by preventing the wheels and tires from Toe Adjustment continuing to “bounce”...
  • Page 31 The wheels can be set to have either Adjusting the Slipper Clutch For caster, roll center, and positive or negative camber (see illustration Your Slayer Pro 4X4 is equipped optional rocker arm tuning, below). The camber angle changes as the with an adjustable Torque-Control ™...
  • Page 32 BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the Two-Speed Transmission Adjusting the Spur Gear/Clutch Bell Gear Mesh Slayer Pro 4X4 comes equipped with an adjustable two-speed The ideal spur gear/clutch bell gear mesh transmission. When the shift point on the transmission is adjusted for Slayer Pro 4X4 is 0.1mm.

  • Page 33: Steering System

    BRAKE SETUP & ADJUSTMENT Brake Pad Wear and Replacement Slayer Pro 4X4 is equipped with a disc brake that rides on the yoke of During normal use the brake pads should wear at a relatively slow rate. the transmission’s front output shaft. The brake is preset at the factory However, if the brake pads wear down close to the metal pad holders, and should not require attention.
  • Page 34 MAINTAINING AND STORING YOUR SLAYER PRO 4X4 Your Slayer Pro 4X4 requires timely maintenance in order to stay in should be replaced. Measure the top running condition. Neglecting the maintenance could allow dirt, pad thickness using calipers or If the engine is worn or...
  • Page 35 2. Turn the Slayer Pro 4X4 over and locate the 6. Place a rag or paper towel over the engine to catch any WD-40 flywheel through the cutout in the chassis.

  • Page 36: Advanced Tuning Adjustments

    Refer to Rate Travel suspension is compressed. the chart on page 37 for proper settings. Stock, the Slayer Pro 4X4 is setup to increase rear toe-in during acceleration. Note that rear toe-out is not used. 36 • SLAYER PRO 4X4...
  • Page 37 11.38 Lower Thin Shim Adjusting the Gear Ratio 16T/40T 14.76 15.58 16.40 The gear ratio on Slayer Pro 4X4 can be adjusted for different (Close) 11.16 11.78 12.40 Thick Shim conditions that may require either increased acceleration or increased Upper 18T/38T 14.76...
  • Page 38 Tuning The Sealed Gear Differentials 5. Remove the shock shaft with piston Multi-tool Shock Functions Slayer Pro 4X4’s front and rear gear differentials allow the left and right from the shock body out through the Use higher viscosity wheels to spin at different speeds while turning so that the tires do top of the shock body.

  • Page 39: Tq I Advanced Tuning Guide

    ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Your Traxxas transmitter has a programmable Multi-Function knob that can be Steering Percentage (Dual-Rate) set to control various advanced transmitter functions (set to Traxxas Stability The Multi-Function knob can be set to control the amount (percentage) of Starting Over: Management (TSM) by default, see page 13).
  • Page 40 50% steering throw setting you selected simply turn them on and drive. With Traxxas Link Model 1. Switch on the transmitter and receiver you wish to delete. previously. Likewise, setting the Multi-Function knob to Memory, there is no need to remember which transmitter 2.
  • Page 41 Transmitter is restored to default Press C onfirm Deletion Delete Model Two Blinks Green One Blink Red *Torque Control is a feature designed only for use with the power system in the Traxxas Funny Car Race Replica (Model #6907). TRAXXAS • 41...
  • Page 42 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE MENU TREE FORMULAS Set Multi-Function knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) To select functions and make adjustments to the TQi transmitter without green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode referencing the Menu Tree, turn your transmitter on, find the function in the...
  • Page 43 Real-Time Telemetry Traxxas Link For more information The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store℠ or on When you equip your model about the Traxxas Link Google Play™) gives you complete control over the operation and tuning...
  • Page 44 ’ MODEL 59076-3 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TX 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 230309 KC2856-R01...

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