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ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL
Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might need
to make adjustments for better driving performance
Adjusting the Slipper Clutch
The model is equipped with an
adjustable slipper clutch, which
is built into the large spur gear.
The purpose of the slipper
clutch is to regulate the
amount of power sent to
the rear wheels to prevent
tire spin. When it slips, the
slipper clutch makes a
high-pitch, whining noise. Remove the rubber slipper clutch plug
on the transmission cover in order to adjust the slipper. Use the
4-way wrench to turn the adjusting nut clockwise to tighten and
counterclockwise to loosen. Place the model on a high-traction
surface, such as carpet. Adjust the slipper so that you can hear it slip
for approximately two feet from a standing, full throttle start. (Learn
more about adjusting the slipper clutch in the sidebar left.)
Fine Tuning the Shocks
The four shocks on the model greatly
in uence its handling. Whenever you
rebuild your shocks or make any changes
to the pistons, springs, or oil, always make
changes to them in pairs (front or rear).
Piston selection depends on the range of
oil viscosities that you have available. For
example, using a two-hole piston with a
lightweight oil will, at one point, give you the
same damping as a three-hole piston with
heavier oil. We recommend using the two-
hole pistons with a range of oil viscosities
from 10W to 50W (available from your hobby
shop). The thinner viscosity oils (30W or less)
ow more smoothly and are more consistent,
while thicker oils provide more damping.
Use only 100% pure silicone shock oil to prolong seal life. The
model's ride height can be adjusted by adding or removing the
clip-on, spring pre-load spacers. Adjust the ride height so that the
suspension arms are slightly above being parallel to the ground.
Observe how the model handles in turns. Proper set-up will add
stability and help prevent spin outs. Experiment with di erent
springs and shock oils to nd what works best for your current track
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Wheels and Tires
Many types of aftermarket tires and wheels can be adapted for
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use on your model. Most will a ect the overall width and the
suspension geometry of the model. The o sets and dimensions
designed into the model's wheels are intentional; therefore, Traxxas
cannot recommend the use of other non-Traxxas wheels with
di erent speci cations. The diameter of the wheels is an innovative
design, and there is a variety of di erent tires available for you to
experiment with in addition to the included tires on the model
(listed in your parts list). Experimentation with di erent types of
tires is recommended to see which ones work the best on the
terrain where the model is run. When selecting tires, consider the
overall diameter and the rubber compound (hard or soft). If the
overall diameter of the tire is signi cantly increased, you will need
to use a smaller pinion gear to compensate for the larger tire. Soft
compound tires with many short spikes generally work better
on hard, dry surfaces. In loose dirt, a tire with large spikes should
perform better. See your parts list for accessory wheels and tires.
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To achieve a good starting
point for the slipper clutch
in these models, tighten the
slipper clutch adjusting nut
clockwise until the slipper
clutch adjusting spring
fully collapses (do not over
tighten), and then turn the
slipper clutch nut counter-
clockwise one full turn.
Do not run your model with
the slipper clutch adjusting
spring fully compressed. The
minimum recommended
slipper clutch setting is 1/2
turn counterclockwise from
fully compressed.
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