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The following Traxxas High-
Current Connector packages
are available from your
hobby dealer. When using
adapters, be careful not to
exceed the current rating of
the Molex connector.
Part #3060
Part #3080
Single Male/Female
2-Pack Female
Part #3061
Part #3070
Male Charge Adapter
2-Pack Male
Part #3062
Female Charge Adapter
8 • STAMPEDE 4X4
GETTING STARTED
INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK
Install the battery pack with
the battery wires facing the
rear of the model. Insert the
tabs of the battery hold-down
into the slots in the rear hold-
down retainer and then place
the battery hold-down over
the post. Secure the battery
hold-down with a body clip in
the hole in the post. Do not
connect the battery pack yet.
Using a Different Battery Configuration
The battery hold-down is capable of accommodating side-by-side
racing style packs, "hump packs" with a stacked seventh cell, or the
more common stick packs. The battery compartment is configured for
stick packs from the factory. The number on each side of the hold-
down indicates the battery height in millimeters that hold-down can
accommodate. Note that one side is labeled "25" and the other side is
labeled "23". The 25mm side is for use with typical stick type battery
packs. If you are using side-by-side racing packs, simply flip the hold-
down over to the 23mm side and use it on the opposite side of the
chassis. Note: For taller batteries, an extended battery hold-down, part
#6727X, is available (sold separately). For shorter batteries (6-cell), use
the included foam block in the front of the battery compartment.
25mm side: Standard
NiMH stick pack setup
23mm side: Side-by-side
NiMH pack setup
The Traxxas High-Current Connector
Your model is equipped with the Traxxas High-
Current Connector. Standard connectors restrict
current flow and are not capable of delivering
the power needed to maximize the output of the
electronic speed control. The Traxxas connector's gold-plated terminals
with large contact 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.
To run this model, your batteries must be equipped with Traxxas High-
Current Connectors. Batteries can either be purchased new with Traxxas
connectors installed or Traxxas connectors can be purchased to install
on battery packs you already own. See sidebar on this page for packages
available from your hobby dealer.
The typical Molex-style connector is inadequate for
use in your model. It creates resistance that becomes
a bottleneck to current flow. If your battery pack is
equipped with a Molex connector, it must be replaced
with a Traxxas High-Current Connector to mate with the
electronic speed control.
Molex
connector
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