TRAXXAS 5304 - Manual - manualsarea.com

Page 2 - • REVO PLATINUM EDITION; Even if you are an experienced R/C; Thank you again for going with Traxxas.; BEFORE YOU PROCEED; TRAXXAS SUPPORT; Refers you to a page with a related topic.; INTRODUCTION

2 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Traxxas Revo 2008 Platinum Edition. We believe you have purchased the most technologically advanced, track-ready R/C monster truck available. Revo proudly demonstrates Traxxas’ passionate commitment to innovation, ultimate performance...

Page 3 - REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 3; SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Important Points to Remember; Supplied Tools and Equipment

REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new Revo. Operate your Revo sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and those around you. Failure to operate your Revo in a safe and responsible manner may result in propert...

Page 4 - • REVO PLATINUM EDITION; CHARGING THE RECEIVER BATTERY; damage to the battery pack.; Typical Radio System Wiring; RADIO INSTALLATION AND BATTERY CARE

4 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION This model requires the installation of a radio system. The receiver box is designed to fit most standard size “mini” or “micro” receivers (actual dimensions of box are 32mm wide x 45mm long x 26mm tall [1.26" x 1.77" x 1.02"]). A rechargeable 5-cell nickel meta...

Page 5 - REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 5; TIRE GLUING; Always; PAINTING THE BODY; Note; DECALS; TIRE GLUING AND BODY DETAILING

REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 5 TIRE GLUING The tires on your Revo are pre-glued and ready for the track. Revo rims are equipped with a special bead design that helps retain the tires and reduces the stress places on the glue joint. Following are instructions for how to glue your wheels and tires in futur...

Page 6 - • REVO PLATINUM EDITION; The number one cause of premature engine wear; STARTER BOX AND GLOW IGNITER; Use the Right Fuel; THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE

6 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION INTRODUCTION The TRX ® 3.3 Racing Engine is the next generation of TRX nitro power. The large displacement and advanced porting generate class-leading horsepower while still maintaining the TRX Racing Engine characteristics of broad, linear power delivery and ease of tuning...

Page 7 - Handling the Fuel; BREAKING IN YOUR TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE; Engine Break-in Procedure; The procedure

REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 7 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE If 33% improves power, then it seems that the highest nitro content available (beyond 33%) should always be used in the engine. In reality, there are practical limitations. Engines are designed to run best within a range of nitro percentages. How t...

Page 8 - Factory Needle Settings

8 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE 3. Connect the glow igniter to the engine. 4. Place the model on a starter box and engage the starter. Watch for fuel moving through the fuel line up to the carburetor. Watch closely! The fuel moves very fast. If the fuel doesn’t move through the l...

Page 9 - TUNING YOUR TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE; Cutting out or sudden loss of power during acceleration.; Continue this procedure until there is no longer any performance; If any one of the following conditions occurs, the fuel

REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 9 THE TRX 3.3 RACING ENGINE TANK THROTTLE TIME COOL BODY NOTES 1 1/4 2 seconds 15 minutes Off Apply throttle gradually. 2 1/2 2 seconds 15 minutes On Apply throttle gradually. 3 1/2 3 seconds - On Reduce idle speed if necessary. 4 Full 3 seconds - On Do not allow shifting to ...

Page 10 - 0 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION; Low-Speed Fuel Mixture Adjustment; observe the temperature.; any; signs of overheating.; Fuel Mixture Adjustment Chart

10 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION Richen the fuel mixture to the optimum setting by richening the high- speed needle at least 1/8 turn counterclockwise and retest. This setting will extend engine component life. Low-Speed Fuel Mixture Adjustment The low-speed mixture is always set after the high-speed need...

Page 11 - REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 11; TUNING ADJUSTMENTS; Roll Center; Bump Steer Elimination Chart; REAR; Upper Control Arm; FRONT

REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 11 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Roll Center There are two holes on the bulkheads to mount each upper suspension arm. The roll center of the vehicle can be raised by mounting the upper control arm in the lower of the two holes. This will effectively increase the roll stiffness of the ve...

Page 12 - 2 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION; Ride Height Adjustment; Do not attempt to make large changes to the ride height; If suspension; Adjusting the Pivot Ball Caps; Rocker Arm

12 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION 90mm in the vertical direction. From the ride height position, the wheel will be able to travel 60mm in the upward direction (bump), and 30mm in the downward direction (droop). The Long Travel rocker arm increases total travel to 120mm. The progressive rate can be increase...

Page 13 - REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 13; Maximum Alignment Limits; SHOCK TUNING; Shock Pistons; Stock; Flipped

REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 13 your static camber, insert the supplied 2.5 mm hex wrench through the slit in the dust plug and engage the end of the pivot ball (compressing the suspension until the arms are parallel to the ground will allow for easier hex wrench engagement). The upper pivot ball is norm...

Page 14 - 4 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION; Shock disassembly; Only tighten the nut enough to; TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL TUNING; Adjusting the Slipper Clutch

14 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION To further alter the characteristics of the variable rate, the diameter of the bypass holes may be fine tuned by enlarging them - speeding even further the rebound rate. Optional pistons with bypass holes that are larger or smaller (1, 2, or 3) than the factory installed s...

Page 15 - REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 15; Adjusting the Two-Speed Transmission; Shift; With 14T Clutch Bell; Gear Ratio Chart

REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 15 Adjusting the Two-Speed Transmission Revo comes equipped with an adjustable two-speed transmission. When the shift point on the transmission is adjusted correctly, it will maximize acceleration and improve driveability. Use a 2mm hex wrench to adjust the shift point. To ma...

Page 16 - 6 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION; Tuning The Sealed Gear Differentials; DUAL SERVO STEERING SYSTEM; Adjusting The Steering System; BRAKE SETUP & ADJUSTMENT; Brake Shoulder Screw Adjustment; Steering Link Length Template; gap; Front of Truck

16 • REVO PLATINUM EDITION Tuning The Sealed Gear Differentials Revo’s front and rear gear differentials allow the left and right wheels to spin at different speeds while turning so that the tires do not scuff or skid. This decreases the turning radius and increases steering performance. The perform...

Page 17 - REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 17; Front brake bias; Brake Pad Wear and Replacement; SWAY BAR SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS; For smooth surfaces with high traction:; WING ADJUSTMENT

REVO PLATINUM EDITION • 17 Brake Set-up Tips • All four wheels should lock at the same time. This is the base setting for the brake system. If the brakes do not engage simultaneously, then thread the adjustment wheels in toward the brake levers until they actuate the brakes when pushing the transmit...

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