Page 2 - Even if you are an experienced; BEFORE YOU PROCEED; Traxxas Support; Refers you to a page with a related topic.; INTRODUCTION
2 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the new T-Maxx 3.3. This T-Maxx is our biggest and meanest Maxx ever and we are confident it will reward you with many hours of exciting monster truck action. We know you’re excited about getting your new T-Maxx 3.3 on the road, but ...
Page 3 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Important Points to Remember
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new T-Maxx 3.3. Operate your T-Maxx 3.3 sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and those around you. Failure to operate your T-Maxx 3.3 in a safe and responsible manner ...
Page 4 - • Safety glasses
4 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL T-Maxx 3.3 comes with a set of specialty metric tools. You’ll need to purchase other items, available from your hobby dealer, to operate and maintain your model. SUPPLIED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT (sold separately) ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT (sold separat...
Page 6 - Tire Gluing; Remove a wheel from T-Maxx 3.3 using the; Applying the Decals; Learn the proper way to use the EZ-Start electric starting system.; GLUING TIRES AND DECORATING YOUR T-MAXX 3.3
6 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL Tire Gluing The factory tires on your T-Maxx 3.3 are already glued to the rims. The tires must be glued to the rims to prevent the rims from spinning inside the tires. The instructions here are provided to show you how to glue replacement tires to the rims in the future....
Page 7 - THE TRAXXAS TQ-3 RADIO SYSTEM; RADIO SYSTEM TERMINOLOGY
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 7 THE TRAXXAS TQ-3 RADIO SYSTEM CH.3 CH.2 CH.1 Your T-Maxx 3.3 is equipped with the TQ-3 radio system. The TQ-3 is a 3-channel system that provides up to a quarter mile range and control for up to three servo outputs. Antenna Throttle Neutral Adjust Steering Wheel Throttle...
Page 8 - INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES; Use the Right Batteries
8 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL On/Off Switch 4-cell battery holder NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH batteries offer high current handling, and much greater resistance to the “memory” effect. NiMH batteries generally allow higher capacity than NiCad batteries. They can la...
Page 9 - THE TQ-3 RADIO SYSTEM; SETTING UP THE ANTENNA; Throttle Neutral Adjustment; TQ-3 RADIO SYSTEM RULES
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 9 THE TQ-3 RADIO SYSTEM SETTING UP THE ANTENNA 1. Locate the black antenna wire that exits the receiver box. 2. If there are any kinks in the black antenna wire, it will be more difficult to push through the antenna tube. Pull the wire straight by sandwiching it between yo...
Page 10 - USING THE TQ-3 RADIO SYSTEM; CZjigVa; TQ-3 RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS; Servo Operation
10 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL USING THE TQ-3 RADIO SYSTEM The TQ-3 Radio System was pre-adjusted at the factory. The adjustment should be checked before running the model, in case of movement during shipping. Here’s how: 1. Fully extend the chrome antenna mast on the transmitter and turn the switch ...
Page 11 - THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE; TERMS TO KNOW
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 11 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE INTRODUCTION The TRX ® 3.3 Racing Engine is the next generation of TRX nitro power. The larger displacement and advanced porting generate class-leading horsepower while still maintaining the TRX Racing Engine characteristics of broad, linear po...
Page 13 - TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE ILLUSTRATED; Needle
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 13 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE ILLUSTRATED Head Protector PowerTune ™ Head (Cylinder Head) EZ-Start ® Drive Unit EZ-Start ® Motor Engine Mount Low-Speed Needle Throttle Arm Crankshaft Flywheel Carburetor Air Intake Fuel Intake High-Speed Needle Idle Spe...
Page 14 - THE FUEL; Use the Right Fuel; FILLING THE FUEL TANK; Fuel Tank Seal Adjustment
14 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL THE FUEL Use the Right Fuel It’s imperative that you use the correct fuel in your TRX 3.3 Racing Engine for maximum performance and engine life. Traxxas Top Fuel ™ should be used to ensure correct engine lubrication, performance, and ease of tuning. Traxxas Top Fuel has...
Page 15 - THE AIR FILTER; You will not; THE CARBURETOR; Understanding the Carburetor Adjustments; Air
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 15 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE THE AIR FILTER The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine in this model is equipped with a specially designed two-stage air filter to deliver maximum filtering efficiency and performance while protecting your engine from dust and dirt during extended operating ...
Page 16 - Water Valve; Lean; See; on page 20 for complete
16 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL The maximum possible fuel flow is always controlled by the high-speed needle. It works like the main water valve on a garden hose. Turn it clockwise to close the valve, counter-clockwise to open it. When the throttle is at idle or partially open, the low-speed needle me...
Page 17 - Installing the EZ-Start Battery; ELECTRIC STARTING SYSTEM; Use the Right Charger
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 17 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE The Traxxas EZ-Start brings the convenience of push-button electric engine starting to your T-Maxx. The EZ-Start consists of a hand-held control unit and an on-board motorized starter. • Power for the EZ-Start system comes from a 7.2-volt recha...
Page 18 - BREAKING IN YOUR TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE; The procedure outlined here was
18 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine uses a ringless, aluminum-brass-chrome (ABC) piston/sleeve construction. This type of engine design relies on a very precise running fit between the piston and sleeve for cylinder sealing. Engine break-in is necessary to allow the piston and sl...
Page 20 - Never run; Continue this procedure until there is no longer any performance; If any one of the following conditions occurs, the fuel; TUNING YOUR TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE
20 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE The engine’s performance depends on the fuel mixture. Turn the mixture needles clockwise to lean the fuel mixture and counterclockwise to richen it. Leaning the fuel mixture will increase engine power up to the engine’s mechanical limits. Never...
Page 21 - Idle Speed Adjustment; Turn the screw counterclockwise to reduce the idle speed, or; Fine-Tuning the Carburetor; signs of; Fuel Mixture Adjustment Chart
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 21 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE Idle Speed Adjustment Once the high and low-speed mixtures have been set, reduce the idle speed to the minimum reliable idle speed. Remember, this adjustment should be made while the engine is running at normal operating temperature. 1. Turn th...
Page 22 - Driving Tips
22 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL Your TRX 3.3 Racing Engine is broken in, the fuel mixture is balanced, and the idle is set…now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on making adjustments to your T-Maxx 3.3. Before you go on, here are some important precautions to keep in mind....
Page 23 - TUNING ADJUSTMENTS; SUSPENSION TUNING; Adjusting the Pivot Ball Caps; Wheel Force vs. Wheel Travel; Less Firm
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 23 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS SUSPENSION TUNING Adjusting the Pivot Ball Caps The pivot ball caps should be adjusted so that the pivot balls operate freely in the axle carriers with no excess play. Use the provided four-way suspension multi-tool to tighten or loosen the pivot ball...
Page 24 - ALIGNMENT SETTINGS; Static Camber Adjustment; TRANSMISSION TUNING; Adjusting the Slipper Clutch; Positive Camber
24 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL for tuning with the inner pair of lower shock mounting positions on the arm (1,2). It is not compatible with lower shock mounting positions 3 and 4. Other combinations may be used to achieve individualized suspension settings. Upper Shock Mounting Positions The upper sh...
Page 25 - Adjusting the Two-Speed Transmission; With 20T Clutch Bell; The gear ratio chart above shows the available combinations
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 25 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS slippage. This will make the truck easier and more forgiving to drive by helping to reduce the amount of wheel spin. Loosening the slipper adjustment can also improve performance on extreme high traction surfaces by preventing the front end from lifti...
Page 26 - BRAKE SETUP & ADJUSTMENT; Brake Shoulder Screw Adjustment; WHEELIE BAR SETUP & ADJUSTMENT; Wheelie Bar Installation; Slowly bend the end of the skid plate downward, and then key the; Wheelie Bar Setup Instructions; gap; Position 2
26 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL acceleration by reducing engine rpm loss when shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear. The wide ratio gear set is designed for wide open areas and will increase top speed, but reduce acceleration due to greater rpm loss when shifting gears. BRAKE SETUP & ADJUSTMENT T-Max...
Page 28 - Fine; Engine performance sluggish:
28 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL The following section addresses some very basic engine and radio questions you may have about your T-Maxx 3.3. Most questions arise from simple user errors or minor adjustments that are easy to correct. If you can’t find a solution for your T-Maxx 3.3 here, then visit o...
Page 29 - Clearing a Flooded Engine; TROUBLESHOOTING
T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL • 29 Clearing a Flooded Engine If the engine is primed for too long during startup, then it can become flooded with fuel. When the engine is flooded it will no longer turn due to excess fuel in the combustion chamber preventing upward movement of the piston. Use the followin...
Page 30 - INDEX
30 • T-MAXX 3.3 OWNERS MANUAL .15: 11.20: 11ABC: 11Address: 3After-run: 11, 27 oil: 4 Air filter: 5, 11 foam: 12housing: 13pre-filter: 4, 12primary filter: 4, 12 Air/fuel mixture: 15, 16Air/fuel ratio: 14, 15Alignment settings: 24Altitude: 19, 21Antenna receiver antenna: 7 crimp nut: 9mount: 5, 9nut...
Page 32 - owners manual
080327 KC1122 Part #5198X 1100 Klein Road, Plano Texas 75074 1-888-TRAXXAS owners manual MODEL 4908
