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8. As a precautionary step, remove the sealed receiver box
cover. While unlikely, humidity or tiny amounts of moisture or
condensation may enter the receiver box during wet running.
This can cause long-term problems with the sensitive electronics
in the receiver. Removing the receiver box cover during storage
allows the air inside to dry. This step can improve the long-term
reliability of the receiver. It is not necessary to remove the receiver
or unplug any of the wires.
9.
Additional Maintenance
: Increase your frequency of disassembly,
inspection, and lubrication of the following items. This is necessary
after extended wet use or if the vehicle will not be used for an
extended period of time (such as a week or longer). This additional
maintenance is needed to prevent any trapped moisture from
corroding internal steel components. Refer to your exploded view
diagrams for help with disassembly and reassembly.
•
Stub axle housing bearings
: Remove, clean, and re-oil the
bearings.
•
Differentials
: Remove, disassemble, clean, and re-grease the
differential components. Use a light coating of Traxxas high-
performance grease (part #5041) on the metal gear teeth.
•
Rear Drivetrain and Transmission Planetary Gears
: Remove,
disassemble, clean, and re-grease the drivetrain components.
Use a light coating of Traxxas high-performance grease (part
#5041) on the metal gear teeth. Remove, clean, and re-oil the
bearings.
•
Rear Center Driveshaft:
Apply small amounts of high-
performance grease (part #5041) at the pin location on each
end of the driveshaft. Make sure the driveshaft rotates freely
without binding.
•
Transmission Output Shaft:
Apply small amounts of high-
performance grease (part #5041) to the rear transmission
output shaft for a smooth fit to the bearings. Remove, clean,
and re-oil the bearings.
RECEIVER BOX:
MAINTAINING A WATERTIGHT SEAL
Removing and Installing Radio Gear
The unique design of the receiver box allows the removal and
installation of the receiver without losing the ability to maintain
a watertight seal in the box. The patented wire clamp feature
gives you the ability to also install aftermarket radio systems and
maintain the watertight features of the receiver box.
Removing the Receiver
1. To remove the cover, remove the two 3x8mm button-head cap
screws.
2. To remove the receiver from the box, simply lift it out and set
to the side. The antenna wire is still inside the clamp area and
cannot be removed yet.
3. Remove the wire clamp by removing the two 2.5x8mm cap head
screws.
4. Unplug the servo cables from the receiver and remove the
receiver.
Receiver Installation
1. Always install the wires into the
receiver box before installing the
receiver.
2. Install the antenna wire and the
servo cables into the receiver box.
3. Arrange the wires neatly using the
wire guides in the receiver box. The excess
wire will be bundled inside the receiver
box. Label which wire is for which channel.
4. Apply a small bead of silicone grease
(Traxxas part #1647) to the wire
clamp.
5. Install the wire clamp and tighten
the two 2.5x8mm cap head screws
securely.
6. Using double-sided adhesive foam
tape, install the receiver into the box.
Note: For best performance, it is recommended that the receiver
be installed in the original orientation as shown.
7. Plug the wires into the receiver. Refer to page 13 for the wiring
diagram.
8. Make sure the box light pipe is aligned with the receiver LED.
Make sure the O-ring is properly seated into the groove in the
receiver box so that the cover will not pinch it or damage it in
any way.
9. Install the cover and tighten the two 3x8mm button-head cap
screws securely.
10. Inspect the cover to make sure that the O-ring seal is not visible.
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