Duratrax Evader EXT2.4 Instruction Manual page 7

CAMBER LINK PLACEMENT
The camber link placement affects the traction and handling
on rough tracks. Using a long mounting position will increase
traction but decrease stability. Shortening the link will increase
stability, but decrease traction.
SHOCK OILS AND SHOCK SPRINGS
Many different combinations can be used between the shock
oils and shock springs. Some basic guidelines are that if the
rear end is stiff, the truck will have more steering and less
rear traction. Stiffening the front shocks will result in less
steering and more rear traction. Duratrax offers different
rate (stiffness) springs to suit most running conditions. The
springs are color coded for easy identifi cation:
Silver (Extra Soft)
White (Soft)
Yellow (Medium)
Green (Hard)
Green (Hard/Progressive) DTXC9018
Thinner shock oil will make the shocks react faster, but makes
the truck less stable and may cause it to bottom out over large
jumps. Thicker shock oil makes the truck smoother over large
jumps and in straights, but less reactive over rough sections. We
have fi lled the shocks with 30 weight shock oil, which is a good
choice for most driving conditions.
FRONT SHOCK ADJUSTMENT
Top Shock Outer Positions:
More Steering,
Faster Suspension Reaction
Inner Mount Positions:
More Slow Speed Steering
Moving the tops of the shocks out will increase steering and
produce quicker suspension reaction, but will result in slower
steering reaction. Mounting the bottoms of the shocks in the
inside hole of the arms will give more slow speed steering
but will take away some high speed steering.
Front Rear
DTXC9261 DTXC9260
Included Included
DTXC9230 DTXC9235
DTXC9231 DTXC9236
DTXC9019
Top Shock Inner Positions:
Slower Steering,
Smoother Over Bumps
Outer Mount Positions:
More High Speed Steering
REAR SHOCK ADJUSTMENT
Top Shock Outer Positions:
More Steering,
More Control Over Bumps
Inner Mount Positions:
Less Steering,
Smoother Over Bumps
Moving the tops of the shocks in will result in more traction in
the corners and greater smoothness over the bumps. Moving
the tops of the shocks out will give the Evader EXT2.4 more
steering and enable it to handle large jumps better.
CLEANING TIPS
1. Remove the ESC, motor, receiver and steering servo.
Wipe down using a slightly damp cloth.
2. Remove the wheels and wash with water. A small scrub
brush works well.
3. Rinse off the body and chassis with water.
4. Wipe dry thoroughly.
5. Relubricate the wheel bearings and servo saver. TIP: To
keep the metal parts from rusting, spray lightly with a light oil.
6. Reassemble making sure all parts move free.
SLIPPER CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT! The slipper MUST be properly set. If too tight,
or locked, gear damage will occur.
Slipper Adjustment Nut
Tighten Nut:
Less Slip
Loosen Nut:
More Slip
1. Tighten the slipper adjustment nut all the way down.
2. Loosen the adjustment nut two full turns.
3. Set the kit on the work surface and try to rotate the spur
gear by hand. It should be hard to turn with both the rear
wheels resting on your work surface.
4. If it turns easily the slipper adjustment nut needs to be
tighter. Tighten the adjustment nut 1/8th of a turn and try
to rotate the spur gear again.
5. If the gear will not turn, then the slipper is too tight. Loosen
the adjustment nut 1/8th of a turn and try to rotate the spur
gear again.
6. For the fi nal adjustment, use a fully charged pack. Place the
Evader on the surface it will be run on and give it a short 1-2
second burst of full throttle. When adjusted correctly it should
slip for 1-2 feet without the tires breaking loose. If the tires do
break loose, the slipper will need to be set looser. If it slips for
more than the recommended 1-2 feet, it is set too loose and
will need to be set tighter.
7. Repeat each step as needed to get the desired setting.
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Top Shock Inner Positions:
More Rear Grip,
Smoother Over Bumps
Outer Mount Positions:
More Steering,
Less Control Over Bumps