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  • Page 1 MODEL 59074 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 The advanced design of the TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to has a special break-in procedure that has been developed and assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. We proven to produce the best-performing engine possible.
  • Page 3 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 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BELOW TEXT HAS BEEN UPDA All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new Slayer. Operate • Do not cut the antenna “stinger” or any other part of the antenna wire. your Slayer sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun Cutting the antenna will reduce range.
  • Page 5 10% quart - #5010 20% quart - #5020 33% quart - #5030 10% gallon - #5060 20% gallon - #5070 33% gallon - #5080 Traxxas Top Fuel After-run oil to protect Small flat-blade screwdriver Air filter oil ™ 8 AA alkaline batteries...
  • 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 Transmission Driveshaft (Half Shaft) Push Rod...
  • Page 7 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. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1.
  • Page 8 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM INTRODUCTION NiMH – Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH batteries offer high-current handling and much greater Your model includes the TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. When powered To prevent loss of radio range resistance to the “memory” effect. NiMH batteries generally...
  • Page 9 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ 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

    This battery eliminates the 4-cell battery holder weak batteries (flashing red model is to always turn the transmitter on first and off last. and the need to replace alkaline batteries. Traxxas LED) to avoid losing control. recommends the #2933 EZ-Peak Plus for recharging the 3036 battery.
  • Page 11 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS Reversing a channel reverses the direction of the corresponding servo. For example, if you turn the steering wheel to the right and the model Make certain the model’s turns left, you would reverse Channel 1 to correct the servo direction.
  • Page 12 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM USING THE RADIO SYSTEM Range-Testing the Radio System Before each running session with your model, you should range-test The TQ 2.4GHz Radio System has been adjusted at the factory for Always use the idle speed adjustment screw (see page 15) your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
  • Page 13 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM TQ 2.4GHz Binding Instructions TRANSMITTER LED CODES For proper operation, the transmitter and receiver must be To prevent loss of radio range, LED Color / Pattern Name Notes electronically ‘bound.’ This has been done for you at the factory.

  • Page 14: Air Filter Maintenance

    INTRODUCTION The TRX ® 3.3 Racing Engine is the next generation of TRX nitro Traxxas strongly discourages power. The larger displacement and advanced porting generate changing or modifying any class-leading horsepower while still maintaining the TRX Racing part of the TRX 3.3 Racing Engine characteristics of broad, linear power delivery and ease of Engine.
  • 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 extra oxygen to the combustion process. It burns more efficiently, Traxxas engines, than Traxxas engineers. We strongly urge you not to improves combustion, and delivers more power. When increased nitro...
  • Page 19 To fill your model, pull up on the 5. Oil the foam element with air filter oil. Use Traxxas filter oil (part# fuel cap handle, insert the tip of the 5263) or a high-quality, special-purpose foam-filter oil such as that fuel bottle, and squeeze to dispense used for off-road motorcycle and ATV engines.
  • Page 20 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE THE CARBURETOR THE FUEL MIXTURE NEEDLES Understanding the Carburetor adjustments The amount of fuel metered and atomized by the carburetor is See page 26 for more information on how air The carburetor performs several functions. It controls the engine’s controlled by the two mixture needles, the high-speed needle and density affects engine tuning.
  • Page 21 THE TRAXXAS Ez-START ELECTRIC STARTING SYSTEM amount of fuel in the air/fuel mixture ratio. See Tuning Your TRX 3.3 The Traxxas EZ-Start brings the convenience of push-button electric Racing Engine on page 25 Lean Rich engine starting to your model. The EZ-Start consists of a hand-held for complete information on control unit and an on-board motorized starter.
  • Page 22 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE Installing the EZ-Start Battery Protection Mode 1. Press the tab in the end of the battery The EZ-Start uses Smart Start technology to monitor the condition ™ Using Other Chargers compartment door to open (A). of the system and detect failures.
  • 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 See Important Points to deposits to form on the plug leading to plug failure.
  • Page 24 3-second count, hold for 2 more seconds, and then Only use the Traxxas break-in thousand two, and then stop. Repeat this starting and stopping gently apply the brake to stop. Count the five seconds out while procedure.
  • Page 25 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE Winter Break-in Tips • We do not recommend that you operate your engine below 35° During the break-in process, the piston and sleeve wear into Fahrenheit. If you insist on running your vehicle below 35°F, be aware When tuning for each other to form a precise fit.
  • Page 26 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE Before you begin tuning, the engine should be warmed up to its normal 2. Bring the vehicle in and pinch closed the fuel line going into the operating temperature and running slightly rich. All final tuning adjustments carburetor (use the engine shut-off clamp).
  • Page 27 (always with a visible stream of blue smoke coming from the optional infrared temperature probe or exhaust) . If engine temperature is exceeding 270°F with proper cooling on-board temperature gauge (Traxxas and no signs of abnormal running, then avoid running the engine at its on-board digital temperature gauge, maximum lean setting.
  • Page 28 DRIVING YOUR SLAYER PRO 4X4 INTRODUCTION Driving Tips Your TRX 3.3 Racing Engine is broken in, the fuel mixture is balanced, • Slayer Pro 4x4 is very fast. Select a large area to drive with few and the idle is set…now it’s time to have some fun! Before you go on, opportunities for collision until you become familiar with Slayer Pro here are some important precautions to keep in mind.
  • Page 29 In most cases, the basic information is all that is needed to 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.
  • Page 30 ° BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the Pivot Ball Caps the shock body with the suspension multi-tool. The excess oil will The pivot ball caps should be adjusted bleed out of the small hole in the shock cap. so that the pivot balls operate freely in 7.
  • Page 31 BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Static Camber Adjustment TRANSMISSION TUNING The wheels can be set to have either For caster, roll center, and Adjusting the Slipper Clutch positive or negative camber (see illustration optional rocker arm tuning see Your Slayer Pro 4x4 is equipped below).
  • Page 32 BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the Two-Speed Transmission Adjusting the Spur Gear/Clutch Bell Gear Mesh The ideal spur gear/clutch bell gear mesh Slayer Pro 4x4 comes equipped with an adjustable two-speed for Slayer Pro 4x4 is 0.1mm. To set the transmission. When the shift point on the transmission is adjusted gear mesh, place a strip of standard letter/ correctly, it will maximize acceleration and improve driveability.
  • Page 33 Slayer Pro 4x4. Optional steering servo horns are vehicle. The brake adjustment knob can sold separately for use with non-Traxxas servos. be threaded away from the spring for less braking power if desired. Do not adjust 41.8 mm...
  • Page 34 You must perform after-run maintenance on your is designed to be easy to • Perform after-run maintenance on the engine. This clears the engine Traxxas engine whenever the model will be stored for rebuild. Critical engine of destructive moisture and other corrosive deposits. This is extremely longer than a few hours.
  • Page 35 MAINTAINING AND STORING YOUR SLAYER PRO 4X4 3. With the fuel tank empty and the throttle at the idle position, try to Piston stuck at “top dead center” (TDC) start the engine. The engine will most likely start and run for a few “Top dead center”...
  • Page 36 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS This advanced tuning guide will take you one step further into the by bump steer. cutting edge technology that has been designed into Slayer Pro 4x4. In the rear, a small amount of bump steer can be used for advanced Follow the instructions provided here to take advantage of Slayer Pro tuning.
  • Page 37 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS #5359 Progressive 3 Rocker Arm Set REAR Gear Ratio Chart #5133 Pushrod Spacers (these are required to lengthen the pushrods to The illustrations and the following table detail the position of the outer The following gear ratio chart shows the maintain proper suspension travel.) toe link end for the rear suspension.
  • Page 38 Adjusting the gear ratio is accomplished by changing the viscosity silicone oil. Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas • Racing on low-traction clutch bell on the engine and/or the spur gear (slipper clutch gear) on sells SAE 10,000W and SAE 50,000W viscosity oil (see your parts smooth surfaces.
  • Page 39 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Shock assembly 1. Replace the stock piston with desired optional piston. Be careful not to lose the small washer located below the piston. 2. Position the new piston onto the shock shaft above the small washer. Grip the threads of the shaft with side cutters or needlenose pliers and tighten the nut with Piston Installation/Removal...
  • Page 40 ’ MODEL 59074 1100 Klein Road, Plano, Texas 75074 1-888-TRAXXAS 121204 KC1754-R01...

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