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Summary of Contents for Traxxas RUSTLER VXL BRUSHLESS
- Page 1 owners manual MODEL 37076 MODEL 36076 MODEL 24076 extreme brushless power system...
- Page 2 Even if you are an experienced R/C enthusiast, it’s important to ADVANCED TUNING read and follow the procedures in this manual. ADJUSTMENTS Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day ADVANCED to assure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction TUNING GUIDE possible.
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Page 3: Before You Proceed
Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement are trademarks or registered identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online trademarks of Traxxas. Other at BuyTraxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate your model Recycling Your Traxxas Power Cell NiMH Battery sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and those... -
Page 5: Tools, Supplies And Required Equipment
7-cell NiMH battery pack with NiMH battery charger* Gear see page 25 pistons (on parts tree) see page 22 washers Traxxas High-Current Connector* Required Equipment (sold separately) 4 AA alkaline batteries *Battery and charger style are subject to change and may vary from images. -
Page 6: Front Shock Tower
Steering Block (Rear Camber Link ) EZ-Set ® Button (On/Off Button) Half Shaft Caster Block Rear Battery Compartment Shock Tower Traxxas High- Current Connector Rear Body Mount Turnbuckle (Front Camber Link ) Chassis Transmission Front Battery Hold-Down Body Mount Brushless Motor (Velineon ®... - Page 7 ANATOMY OF THE STAMPEDE VXL Shock (Oil Damper) Steering Block Half Shaft Electronic Speed Control (VXL-3s) Suspension Traxxas High- Arm (Rear) Current Connector Rear Body Mount Chassis Brushless Motor (Velineon ® 3500) EZ-Set Button ® Battery Caster Block (On/Off Button)
- Page 8 ANATOMY OF THE BANDIT VXL Turnbuckle Battery Electronic Speed (Rear Camber Link ) Steering Block Compartment Control (VXL-3s) Half Shaft Caster Block Traxxas High- Battery Hold-Down Current Connector Rear Shock Tower EZ-Set Button ® Chassis (On/Off Button) Rear Body Mount...
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Page 9: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed
QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1. - Page 10 INTRODUCTION the signals from the electronic speed control and the motor synch with each other. The VXL-3s electronic speed control is Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Applying the Decals optimized to virtually eliminate cogging. Traxxas Link ™...
- Page 11 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM Good charging procedures are required to reduce the possibility Trim - The fine-tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the of developing a “memory” effect and shortened run times. servos, made by adjusting the throttle and steering trim knobs To prevent loss of radio range on the face of the transmitter.
- Page 12 CH1 - Steering Servo Steering CH1 - Channel 1* * Not used ** Accessory sensor port for use with TQi Docking Base Trim (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information) VXL-3s ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Multi-Function Knob Traxxas High-Current Sensor Expansion...
- Page 13 AC peak-detecting charger that plugs directly into an AC wall weak batteries (flashing red freshly charged batteries. The power indicator outlet, such as the Traxxas EZ-Peak™ (part #2931) or the Traxxas light) to avoid losing control. light does not indicate the charge level of the EZ-Peak Plus™...
- Page 14 The Traxxas connector’s gold-plated terminals with a large contact the Molex connector. surfaces ensure positive current flow with the least amount of resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give. Part #3060...
- Page 15 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS • In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another, the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds Remember, always turn the of turning on the transmitter. The transmitter LED will flash fast TQi transmitter on first and red indicating a failure to link.
- Page 16 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM USING THE RADIO SYSTEM Range-Testing the Radio System The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The Before each running session with your model, you should range-test Using Reverse: While driving, adjustment should be checked before running the model, in case of your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
- Page 17 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM 3. When the transmitter and receiver’s LEDs turn solid green, the on low-traction surfaces, when driving at high speed, or on tracks system is bound and ready for use. Confirm that the steering and that favor sweeping turns where gentle steering inputs are required.
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Page 18: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control
2. Connect a fully charged battery pack to the VXL-3s. (depending on low-voltage detection setting) Traxxas High-Current 3. Press and release the EZ-Set button to turn the VXL-3s on. If the LED is solid indicating the VXL-3s is on and at neutral (D). - Page 19 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL VXL-3s Profile Selection The speed control is factory set to Profile #1 (100% forward, brakes, and reverse). 4. The LED will blink and then turn solid green (Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) Patented Training Mode To disable reverse (Profile #2) or to allow 50% forward and 50% reverse (Profile or red (Low-Voltage Detection DISABLED).
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Page 20: Driving Your Model
• The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to wet can be charged, it’s impossible to give exact run times for the model. - Page 21 DRIVING YOUR MODEL Before Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions 9. Additional Maintenance: Increase your frequency of disassembly, inspection 1. Consult the section “After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions” before and lubrication of the following items: This is necessary after extended wet proceeding.
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Page 22: Basic Tuning Adjustments
For increased stability add one- to two-degrees of toe in to each suspension geometry of the model. The offsets and dimensions front wheel. Use the turnbuckles to adjust the alignment. designed into the model’s wheels are intentional; therefore, Traxxas cannot recommend the use of other non-Traxxas wheels with Adjusting the Camber °... - Page 23 6. Install the servo horn onto the servo output shaft. The servo horn If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at should face toward the center of the chassis and be perpendicular 1-888-TRAXXAS to the servo body.
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Page 24: Maintaining Your Model
If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it vibrations may loosen condition of the batteries. is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is hardware over time and require attention. Always 8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure part #2362. -
Page 25: Advanced Tuning Adjustments
ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Gearing Compatibility Chart: Gearing LiPo Batteries The chart below shows recommended One of the more significant advantages to your model’s transmission LiPo batteries are intended only for the most advanced users that are gear combination ranges when using a NiMH battery pack to power your model. -
Page 26: Tq I Advanced Tuning Guide
TRAXXAS LINK MODEL MEMORY Function knob) will not adjust the clockwise to its stop will eliminate all brake action). Traxxas Link Model Memory is an exclusive, patent-pending feature trim until it is moved back to its Throttle Trim of the TQi transmitter. Each time the transmitter is bound to a new original position saved in memory. - Page 27 With Traxxas Link To delete a model: Model Memory, there is no need remember which transmitter goes...
- Page 28 3. Press SET. The red LED will blink in single intervals to indicate Steering Dual Rate has been selected. Model Locking Press Unlock Traxxas-Link Press 4. Press MENU twice. The red LED will blink three times repeatedly to One Blink Green One Blink Red Four Blinks Green indicate Steering Percentage has been selected.
- Page 29 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function MENU TREE FORMULAS 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 30 Traxxas Link Module and the Traxxas When you equip your model The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store) gives you Link application, visit with sensors, the Traxxas Link complete control over the operation and tuning of your Traxxas model Traxxas.com.
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