XTM Racing Baja Outlaw Operating Instructions Manual

XTM Racing Baja Outlaw Operating Instructions Manual

4wd nitro truck

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OPERATING
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the XTM Racing Baja Outlaw 4WD nitro truck. These Operating Instructions and separate Quick
Start Guide are provided to help you enjoy your new Baja Outlaw nitro truck without any of the hassles you might expect.
Please read through all of the literature that is provided with your truck. Doing so will help you become familiar with how
your truck, engine and radio system operates.
IMPORTANT
Before running your new truck, please read and understand the warnings listed on the next page. Failure to do so could lead
to bodily harm and/or injury. The Baja Outlaw 4WD nitro truck is not intended for those under 12 years of age, unless
closely supervised by an adult.
XTM Racing products are distributed exclusively by Global Hobby Distributors 18480 Bandilier Circle, Fountain Valley, CA 92728
All contents copyright © 2001, Global Hobby Distributors Version V1.0 May 2001
Need help or have any questions? Email us at service@globalhobby.net
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  • Page 1 Thank you for purchasing the XTM Racing Baja Outlaw 4WD nitro truck. These Operating Instructions and separate Quick Start Guide are provided to help you enjoy your new Baja Outlaw nitro truck without any of the hassles you might expect.
  • Page 2: For Your Information

    # 14 the replacement parts that are available for purchase. When you need to purchase any parts, please check with your local XTM Racing dealer. If your local dealer does not carry XTM Racing products you can order replacement parts directly from us by calling us at the phone number listed above.
  • Page 3: Our Recommendations

    Our Recommendations This section lists the recommended items necessary to run and maintain your new Baja Outlaw nitro truck. We have tested these items extensively with the Baja Outlaw and found that they offer the best in reliability and value.
  • Page 4 Small flat blade screwdriver to make engine adjustments Adjustable wrench to make chassis adjustments Becoming Familiar with Your Baja Outlaw Nitro Truck Each radio system comes with crystals and stickers on the back of the transmitter and on the receiver showing which frequency the radio operates on (either in the 27Mhz or 75Mhz band).
  • Page 5 Shock: The shocks used on the Baja Outlaw are oil-filled and use a spring that is well suited for most off-road conditions. The shocks can be easily tuned for different driving conditions.
  • Page 6 Preparing to Run Your Baja Outlaw Nitro Truck Now that you are familiar with the major component parts of your truck, and with the functions of the Hitec Lynx Sport transmitter, it's time to prepare your model for it's first run.
  • Page 7 Pull back on the throttle trigger. The carburetor rotor should open completely. Let go of the trigger and the carburetor rotor should go back to its idle position - open about 1/16". If the carburetor rotor does not open when you pull back on the trigger, flip the throttle servo reversing switch on the top of the transmitter to change the direction.
  • Page 8: Breaking In The Engine

    Please refer to the photo below to familiarize yourself with your engine's carburetor. You should have a small flat blade screwdriver handy to make adjustments to the carburetor. For even more information about the XTM engine in your Baja Outlaw nitro truck, refer to the separate XTM Engine Instructions included with your truck kit.
  • Page 9 WARNING - Please Read Before Starting your Engine If at any time the pull-start becomes very tight or difficult to pull - STOP! The engine has become flooded and the excess fuel must be removed or damage to the pull-start and/or engine could occur. To remove the excess fuel from the engine follow the steps listed below: Completely close the high speed needle valve (turn clockwise) until it bottoms out.
  • Page 10 Castor is the angle of the front wheel spindles. With a lower degree of castor angle the steering will become much more sensitive than with a higher degree of caster angle. The Baja Outlaw comes stock with 20 degree castor blocks. You can purchase after-market 5 degree castor blocks if you plan on running your truck mostly on-road.
  • Page 11 If you are running on rough surfaces, use a lighter weight oil. We recommend using only 100% Silicon Shock Oil. Do not use motor oil. The shock oil in the Baja Outlaw's shocks is good for most off-road applications.
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    Maintenance Following a simple maintenance schedule will ensure that your truck, engine and radio system operate in top condition every time you use them. It is strongly suggested. Check the foam air filter element for dirt blockage. If the After cleaning the chassis and engine with Nitro Car Cleaner foam is dirty, remove it from the rubber filter housing and wash it you should oil the moving parts of the chassis.
  • Page 13 A) Tighten all engine mounting bolts 6) Engine does not idle down A) Idle stop screw out of adjustment A) Adjust idle stop screw so carb barrel stays open 1mm XTM Racing Baja Outlaw Nitro Truck Chassis PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION...
  • Page 14: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Listed below and on the next few pages are the replacement parts that are available for your XTM Baja Outlaw nitro truck. The part numbers for each part are provided for ordering convenience. Replacement parts are available through your local authorized XTM Racing dealer or directly from us.
  • Page 15 148912 148913 148914 148916 Copper Ball - For Links Shock Tower - Rear Sway Bar Set Output Joints - To Driveshafts 148917 148918 148919 148920 Body Pins - Bag of 12 Main Gear Assembly Brake Cam Camber Linkage Set 148921 148922 148923 148924...
  • Page 16 148939 148940 148941 148942 Universal Joints - Front Turnbuckles - Upper Exhaust Manifold Set Exhaust Gasket 148944 148945 148946 148947 Flywheel for SG Shaft Clutch Shoes w/Spring Clutch Spring Air Filter Set 148948 148955 148956 148957 Clutch Nut/E-Clip for SG Shaft Chassis Plate Upper Plate - Radio Tray Fuel Tank Assembly...
  • Page 17 148995 148996 148998 149000 Ball Bearings 8 x 14 x 4 (2) Center Gear Wheel Nuts Ball Bearings - 5 x 10 x 4 (4) 149001 149002 149003 149005 3mm Nylon Insert Nuts (4-pack) 4mm Grub Screws (4) Shock Springs (1 pair) E Clips for Shock Mounting 149006 149007...
  • Page 18 Need help or have any questions? Call us at 1-714-963-0329...
  • Page 19 Need help or have any questions? Email us at service@globalhobby.net...
  • Page 20 If your Baja Outlaw is out of the warranty period you may request an estimate of services at the time you return your truck for service. An omission of this request implies permission for XTM Racing to service your truck at our discretion.

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