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THE TRAXXAS it’s important to read and follow the procedures in this manual. TQ RADIO SYSTEM Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day ADJUSTING THE to assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible.
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Skill Level = Myriad Semi Bold SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Allow the battery pack to cool off between runs Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, (before charging).
Turn the rim over and repeat the typical decal placement. process for the inside of the rim/tire. Repeat for the other three wheels. 4. Reinstall the wheels, make sure none of the axle pins have fallen out from behind the hex hubs. TRAXXAS • 5...
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Push Rod Rocker Front Bumper Front Body Mount Rocker Electronic Speed Oil Shock Control (XL-2.5) (Damper) Push Rod Motor (Titan ® 380) Front Rear Suspension Transmission Suspension Arm Steering Servo Spring Pre-load Traxxas High-Current Adjuster Connector Chassis 6 • TRAXXAS...
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Push Rod Rocker Front Bumper Front Body Mount Oil Shock Electronic Speed (Damper) Control (XL-2.5) Rocker Motor (Titan ® 380) Front Traxxas High-Current Suspension Arm Connector Push Rod Transmission Steering Servo Spring Pre-load Rear Adjuster Suspension Arm Chassis 7 • TRAXXAS...
Quick Start pages. 8. Range test the radio system • See page 15 Follow this procedure to make sure your radio system works properly at a distance and that there is no interference from outside sources. 8 • TRAXXAS...
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THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM 1/16 SLASH 4WD & E-REVO Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ Radio System is a 2-channel XL-2.5 Wiring Diagram WIRING DIAGRAM system that provides high-power output up to a quarter mile. Your Channel 1 model uses one steering servo and an electronic speed control.
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Frequency band - The radio frequency used by the transmitter to batteries to power the radio equipment. rechargeable batteries are send signals to your model. All Traxxas RTR models operate on a Channel - The 27 MHz frequency band is divided into 6 channels fully charged according 27 MHz frequency band.
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When flow is constricted, energy is converted to heat and is the supplied battery in lost. Traxxas power systems are optimized to reduce electrical approximately six hours. resistance and the resulting power-robbing heat. Unplug the battery from...
THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES SETTING UP THE ANTENNA Your TQ transmitter uses 8 AA batteries (see sidebar, page 10). 1. Locate the black antenna wire that If the power indicator The battery compartment is located in the base of the transmitter.
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Secure, long-lasting, not to pinch the Battery Orientation and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector is engineered to extract all battery wires. Be sure the power your battery has to give. both release tabs are fully engaged with the door. Do not connect the battery pack to the ESC at this time.
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THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM TQ RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS Electronic Throttle Trim Don’t push the transmitter The electronic throttle trim located on the face of the transmitter antenna down from the adjusts the neutral (center) point of the electronic speed control.
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THE TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM TQ RADIO SYSTEM RULES 4. The on/off switch is integrated into the speed control. With Channel 1 the transmitter on, press the ESC set button for ½ second, until Each time you prepare to run your model, you...
Push the throttle trigger to the and forth. After the speed control cools down to a safe level, the LED will full reverse and hold it there (C). Twice Red continuously shine green. The ESC will once again function normally. 16 • TRAXXAS...
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(indicating the Release Solid Green Profile numbers). 3. When the light blinks red twice, release the EZ-Set button. 4. The light will then turn green and the model is ready to drive. TRAXXAS • 17 *Patent-pending...
Another major factor which affects run time is how the model is driven. 18 • TRAXXAS...
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The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not conditions. give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing. The Traxxas TQ transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions wet conditions such as rain.
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Use the molded-in wire guides to align the servo and speed control leads and antenna wire (B). 3. Apply a small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp (C). 4. Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2.5x8mm screws securely (D).
The excess oil will bleed out of the small hole in the small changes in ride height should be required to fine-tune the shock cap. vehicle’s handling for your particular surface. 7. Tighten the shock cap until snug. TRAXXAS • 21...
Higher viscosity (thicker) oil causes the differential to act like a limited-slip differential, distributing more equal power to the left and right wheels. Your model will generally benefit from higher viscosity oil when climbing, rock 22 • TRAXXAS...
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From the factory, both the differentials are filled with SAE 30,000W 25.20 range of gear combinations. The running with dual batteries viscosity silicone oil. Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas stock ratio for 1/16 E-Revo is shown 23.10 and/or frequent stopping sells SAE 10,000W and SAE 50,000W viscosity oil (see your parts list).
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If you wish to install tires with a The holes for brushless motors are spaced 19mm apart and accept diameter greater than 4 inches or 100mm, Traxxas suggests you 3mm screws. configure the transmission for ‘underdrive’ gearing. Details on making this simple modification are available at Traxxas.com.
If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it 4. Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connections. is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 5. Check the mounting of the receiver and servo(s) and part #5462.
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