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When tuning the Evader ST Pro make sure that you have
equal length shocks on both sides (left and right), camber
rods and steering rods. Also, make sure to have the shock
pre-load adjusters at the same setting from left to right. They
do not have to be the same front to rear.

CASTER

Caster refers to the angle which the kingpin is at in relation to
the surface when viewed from the side. 0 degrees of caster
means that the kingpin is straight up and down. The Evader
comes stock with 30 degrees of caster and is not adjustable.

CAMBER

Camber refers to the angle at which the tire and wheel ride in
relation to the ground when viewed from the front or rear.
Negative camber is when the tire and wheel lean inward and
positive camber is when the tire and wheel lean outward.Typically
you want 0 to 2 degrees of negative camber. Never put in positive
camber. Make sure that both sides have equal amounts of
camber by keeping the camber turnbuckles equal in length.

FRONT/REAR TOE-IN  AND TOE-OUT

Toe-in and toe-out refer to the angle which the tire is at when
viewed from above. Toe-in increases stability under

acceleration. However, toe-in also decreases steering when
entering a corner. Toe-out will increase steering into corners,
but will decrease the overall stability during acceleration. The
front typically is set-up with 0 to -2 degrees of toe-in.

Rear toe-in affects the traction of both the front and rear of
the truck. Rear toe-in increases the amount of traction in the
rear, but decreases steering. Decreasing rear toe-in will
increase steering, but will give less rear traction. Notice that
placing the rear suspension arm mount screws in different
locations on the aluminum rear plate changes the rear toe-in.

REAR ANTI-SQUAT

Increasing rear anti-squat will increase traction and give you
more on-power stability. However, the truck will have less grip
when decelerating into a corner. This could cause the truck to
spin out entering the corner. More anti-squat allows the truck
to accelerate better through the rough parts of the track.

WHEEL BASE

Wheel base is the distance from the center of the front wheel
to the center of the rear wheel. Lengthening the wheel base
of the Evader increases steering, but decreases rear traction
as a result of increased weight distribution to the front
wheels. Decreasing the wheel base of the Evader will
increase rear traction, but decrease steering.

Front

Long

Middle

Short

Two Washers

In Front

One Washer

Either Side

Two Washers

In Rear

1˚  Anti-squat

3˚ Anti-squat

2˚ Anti-squat

One Washer

One Washer

No Washers

0˚ Toe-in

1-1/2˚ Toe-in

3˚ Toe-in

1˚ Toe-in

Front wheels pointed towards each other

2º Negative Camber

Adjust

30˚ Caster

TUNING GUIDE

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Summary of Contents for Evader ST Pro

Page 1: ...ois 61822 Attn Service Department Phone 217 398 0007 9 00 am 5 00 pm Central Time M F E mail hobbyservices hobbico com If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product the buyer is advised to return this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase READTHROUGHTHIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNI...

Page 2: ...ovide years of enjoyment Use care and good sense at all times when operating this radio controlled truck Failure to use this vehicle in a safe sensible manner can result in injury or damage to property You and you alone must insure that the instructions are carefully followed and all safety precautions are obeyed Do not operate the Evader ST Pro near people Spectators should be behind the driver o...

Page 3: ...NTIRE system vehicle and radio The exception would be sending in a Stress Tech or Graphite part See the instructions under Graphite and Stress Tech Parts Guarantee above 2 Make sure the transmitter is turned off and all of the batteries are removed 3 Send written instructions which include a list of all items returned a THOROUGH explanation of the problem the service needed and your phone number d...

Page 4: ...ttery not included on your charger not included See Safety Precautions before charging See your charger s instructions for proper charging procedure and charge times 1 Locate and remove from the parts bag two 2 steering servo mounts one 1 servo arm determine which servo arm is required for your radio system one 1 4 40 ball stud one 1 foam washer two 2 3x8mm pan head screws and two 2 4 40 x 5 16 fl...

Page 5: ...l stud on the servo 6 Install the servo brace onto the chassis using the two 2 4 40 x 3 8 socket head machined screws and two 2 4 40 x 3 4 socket head cap screws Re install the two 2 4 40 x 3 4 socket head cap screws into the upper plate 1 Install the receiver onto the chassis as shown Remove the protective backing from one side of the included 1 4 thick piece of foam tape and install it onto the ...

Page 6: ...iver 1 Remove the rear wheel that is on the same side as the spur gear this will make installing the motor pinion and gear cover easier 2 Using the two included 3x8mm screws secure the motor to the motor plate Note Do not tighten the motor screws down yet 3 Install the included pinion onto the motor shaft Make sure the set screw is placed over the flat spot on the motors shaft Line the pinion up w...

Page 7: ...ery strap to rest in Re install the body clip into the battery strap post 1 Clean the body thoroughly using a small amount of dish soap and water Make sure that all of the soap is rinsed out of the body Let the body completely air dry 2 Apply the included window masks to the inside of the body Try to get as much air as possible out from under the mask during application 3 Use Hobbico Master Mask l...

Page 8: ...lt in damage to other parts 5 Check to make sure that the receiver and speed control are still properly secured to the chassis 6 Check to make sure that all wires are properly connected AFTER EACH RUN 1 Clean any large globs of dirt or debris from the chassis and moving parts 2 Disconnect and remove the battery from the Evader 3 Check for any broken or damaged parts This way parts may be replaced ...

Page 9: ...o saver spring adjuster is machined on one side for the servo saver spring to fit into Make sure this side goes down against the servo saver spring The servo saver spring will need to be properly adjusted once the entire steering bellcrank assembly has been installed on to the Evader ST Pro 12 Insert a plastic bushing 48 into each end of the left steering bellcrank assembly Again make sure the bus...

Page 10: ...o plate 56 and steering bellcrank assembly Make sure the steering bellcrank posts insert into the bushings in the upper plate Secure the upper plate with four 4 40x3 4 E socket head screws and two 4 40x5 16 B flat head screws bulkhead C E 52 T 8 6 81 5 90 56 L Rear Shock Tower Rear Transmission Plate Rear Bulkhead Rear Suspension Arm 1 Attach the rear chassis plate 41 to the chassis using four 4 4...

Page 11: ... the other differential thrust washer 121 and install it on top of the 1 16 thrust balls 113 and holder 19 4 Insert the screw and thrust ball assembly into the right outdrive 92 5 Apply a small amount of silicone grease to one of the differential rings 120 and place it onto the right outdrive The grease should hold the differential ring in place 6 Install a 5x9mm bearing onto the right outdrive 7 ...

Page 12: ...o the top shaft 6 Install the slipper spring 87 3mm washer V and then the 3mm lock nut O Refer to page 16 for adjusting the slipper MOTOR 119 80 P H J V O 87 W 86 16 86 64 85 P Rear Hub Rear Axles 1 Install the bearing spacer 88 and two 5x10mm bearings 108 in both of the rear hubs 26L or 27R 2 Install a ball stud 81 into the center hole of the rear hubs 3 Place a 3mm plastic spacer 58 on each side...

Page 13: ...to each side of the idler gear 17 7 Install the idler gear shaft 89 into the idler gear bearings 8 Install the idler gear into the right gearbox half 21 9 Install a 12x18mm bearing 110 into the lower hole in the right gear box half 21 10 Install the ball differential into the 12x18mm bearing that was just installed into the right gear box half 21 11 Insert a 12x18mm 110 and 5x10mm bearing 108 into...

Page 14: ...d excess oil that may be trapped in the shock 8 Thread the shock shaft end 31 onto the end of the shock shaft 77 or 78 Note To hold the shock shaft use needle nose pliers with a piece of cloth to protect the shaft 9 Install the shock ball 106 in the shock end 31 10 Install the shock spring 70 or 71 onto the shock body 75 or 76 11 Secure the shock spring in place with the shock retainer 32 1 Fill t...

Page 15: ... the overall stability during acceleration The front typically is set up with 0 to 2 degrees of toe in Rear toe in affects the traction of both the front and rear of the truck Rear toe in increases the amount of traction in the rear but decreases steering Decreasing rear toe in will increase steering but will give less rear traction Notice that placing the rear suspension arm mount screws in diffe...

Page 16: ... more steering and enable it to handle large jumps better Moving the bottom of the shock in will give the car a smoother feel through bumps but will reduce stability Moving the bottom of the shock out will cause the car to exit corners more stable but not be as smooth through rough sections of the track SHOCK OILS AND SHOCK SPRINGS Many different combinations can be used between the shock oils and...

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