Duratrax Evader EXB Assembly And Operation Manual

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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION MANUAL

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ITEMS

INCLUDED

The following items are included with your Evader EXB.

Chassis

Body

Body Clips (Qty 3)

Transmitter

Transmitter Antenna

Receiver Antenna Tube

Decal Sheet

Instruction Manual

Exploded View/Parts Listing

Transmitter Frequency Flag

YOU WILL

NEED

PIRANHA™ 6-CELL 7.2V 2000MAH NIMH STICK

DTXC1900

PIRANHA AC/DC DIGITAL PEAK CHARGER

DTXP4005

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THINGS TO

SPECIFICATION AND

DESCRIPTION CHANGES

STRESS-TECH™ PARTS

GUARANTEE

KNOW

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When the safety precautions are followed, the Evader EXB will provide years of enjoyment. Use care and good sense at all times when operating this radio controlled buggy. 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 EXB near people. Spectators should be behind the driver or at a safe distance away from the vehicle.

• Make sure to read the instructions with the battery and charger before charging.

• Do not leave any charger unattended during charging. If the battery or charger become hot at any time, disconnect the battery from the charger immediately! Failure to do so may cause permanent damage to the charger and battery and may cause bodily harm.

• Do not cover the air intake holes on the charger during charging. This may cause the charger to overheat.

• Do not allow the electronic speed control (ESC) or radio equipment to come into contact with moisture. Water can cause the electronics to short out and can cause permanent damage.

• Always turn on the transmitter before turning on the electronic speed control.

• Before turning on your radio, check to make sure that no one else is running on the same frequency as your Evader EXB.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Avoid working over a deep pile carpet. If you drop a small part or screw, it may be difﬁ cult to ﬁ nd.

• Place a mat or towel over your work area. This will prevent parts from rolling off and will protect the work surface.

• Avoid running the buggy in cold weather. The plastic and metal parts can become brittle at low temperatures. In addition, grease and oil become thick, causing premature wear and poor performance.

• Test ﬁ t all parts before attaching them permanently.

All pictures, descriptions and speciﬁ cations found in this instruction manual are subject to change without notice. DuraTrax maintains no responsibility for inadvertent errors in this manual. Visit www.duratrax. com for the latest updates and information for your model.

WARRANTY

• DuraTrax® guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. DuraTrax will warranty this kit for 90 days after the purchase date. DuraTrax will repair or replace, at no charge, the incorrectly made part.

• Make sure you save the receipt or invoice you were given when you bought your model! It is your proof of purchase and we must see it before we can honor the warranty. Further, DuraTrax reserves the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.

• In that DuraTrax has no control over the ﬁ nal user assembly or material used for ﬁ nal user assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of the ﬁ nal user-assembled product. By the act of using the user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.

To return your Evader EXB for repairs covered under warranty you should send your buggy to:

Hobby Services

3002 N. Apollo Drive Suite 1

Champaign, Illinois 61822

Attn: Service Department

Phone: (217) 398-0007 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Central Time M-F

E-mail: hobbyservices@hobbico.com

www.hobbyservices.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.

We have engineered the Evader EXB to take the rough and tumble abuse that makes R/C fun. We are so conﬁ dent of the quality and durability of the Stress-Tech plastic parts that we will replace any Stress-Tech plastic part you break during the ﬁ rst 12 months you own the buggy. Just send in the part to us and we will send you a FREE replacement. Please see the Evader EXB parts list for the items covered under the Stress-Tech guarantee.

To receive your free replacement part please send the following to the Hobby Services address listed under the warranty on the left.

❏ 1. The broken part must be included.

❏ 2. The part number and description of the

broken part.

❏ 3. Copy of your dated invoice or

purchase receipt.

❏ 4. Your name, phone number and

shipping address.

REPAIR SERVICE

Repair service is available anytime.

• After the 90 day warranty, you can still have your Evader EXB repaired for a small charge by the experts at DuraTrax’s authorized repair facility, Hobby Services.

• To speed up the repair process, please follow the instructions listed below.

❏ 1. Under most circumstances return

the ENTIRE vehicle. The exception would be sending in a Stress-Tech part. See the instruction under the Stress-Tech Guarantee.

❏ 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 during the day. If you expect the repair to be covered under warranty, be sure to include a proof of date of purchase (your store receipt or purchase invoice).

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FINISHING

THE EVADER EXB

TRANSMITTER PREPARATION

• Slide the batttery tray door off and install eight “AA” batteries into transmitter, making sure the polarity is correct.

Battery

Tray Door

–

Battery Light

• Insert the antenna into the top of the transmitter and tighten.

• Turn the transmitter on and check the battery light. If the red light glows steadily, the batteries have enough voltage. If the red light blinks, the batteries are low and should be replaced.

RECEIVER ANTENNA INSTALLATION

• Route the receiver antenna through the holes in the chassis as shown.

• Thread the receiver antenna through the antenna tube.

The antenna will be longer than the antenna tube.

• Press ﬁ t the antenna tube into the hole in the chassis.

• Tip: Run the antenna wire through your ﬁ ngers to

straighten out the kinks before running through the antenna tube. Also, applying a small amount of soap and water to the antenna wire will help lubricate the wire for threading into the antenna tube. Use a piece of tape to hold the excess antenna wire to the antenna tube.

DO NOT CUT THE ANTENNA WIRE!

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6-CELL BATTERY INSTALLATION

Wheels turn right when transmitter

steering is turned to the right.

• Charge the 6-cell battery (not included) on the charger (not included). See Safety

Precautions before charging and charge the battery according to the instructions that came with your charger.

• Remove the clip from the battery strap post and remove the battery strap from the Evader EXB.

Battery Strap

Battery

Strap Post

Battery Strap

Battery

Battery Slot

Clip

RADIO SYSTEM CHECK

• Turn the transmitter on. Then turn the receiver on.

Battery

Strap Post

• Install the charged 6-cell battery into the battery slot. Re-install the battery strap and the clip into the battery strap post.

Steering

Servo

Reverse

Switch

Clip

ALWAYS CHECK THE RADIO

OPERATION BEFORE EACH RUN

Steering

Tr im

Throttle

Tr im

• Turn the transmitter wheel to the right—the front wheels should turn to the right. If not, move the steering servo reverse switch.

• When running, adjust the steering trim so the buggy tracks straight.

On/Off

Throttle

Servo

Reverse

Switch

Reverse

Forward

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SPEED CONTROL SET UP

• Connect the battery pack to the ESC. Turn on the Tx, and then the ESC.

• The Sprint™ 2 sets up automatically.

• Do not touch the throttle trigger for 2-3 seconds.

• The green light will ﬂ ash and then glow steadily.

• Ready to use!

• Do not run the car near water! Never allow water, moisture, or any foreign material inside the case of the ESC.

• Never use more than a 6-cell, 7.2 volt battery pack.

• Do not attempt to connect the battery pack to the ESC in reverse, as permanent damage to the ESC could result.

• Never cut or splice the ESC input wires. Do not connect a battery to the receiver’s (Rx) “battery” slot. The Rx receives power through the ESC itself which plugs into the Rx’s throttle channel slot.

• Always disconnect the battery pack from the ESC when not in use.

• Be careful not to touch the heat sink during use as it can become very hot.

APPLY THE DECALS

• Carefully remove the body’s clear plastic protective covering.

• Decal the body to your liking. Use the photos on the box as a reference.

• Install the body onto the chassis using two body clips.

• Install the wing by pressing the two wing wires into the two wing mount holes in the top of the rear shock tower.

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SPEED CONTROL

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

NOTE: The Sprint 2 has built-in circuitry to sense the excessive heat caused by current overload. If the ESC overheats, it will automatically shut down, as indicated by ﬂ ashing red and green LEDs. This is to protect all on-board components and prevent permanent damage. The ESC can again be used once the internal temperature returns to an acceptable level. Reset by cycling the power.

IF YOUR ESC DOES NOT WORK

Problem: Motor and/or steering servo are dead.

• Recharge dead batteries.

• Check for faulty power connections.

• Check for a damaged connection between ESC and Rx.

• Internal damage. Unit may require service. See “Repair

Service” on page 3.

IF ESC WORKS BUT OTHER PROBLEMS EXIST

Problem: Steering servo works but motor is dead.

• Motor brushes are dirty or the motor is bad. Clean with a motor spray (such as DuraTrax Power Shot, DTXC2458) or replace the motor.

• Check for faulty motor connections.

Problem: Motor or power plugs overheat.

• Motor is geared too high. Change to a lower gear setup.

• Binding in the vehicle’s drivetrain. Check to make sure

nothing is interfering with the model’s drivetrain.

• The motor is shorted electrically. Check the motor for shorts and replace if necessary.

• Check for faulty motor connections.

Problem: Motor runs backwards but forward LEDs glow.

• Motor is wired backwards. Swap the motor wires.

Problem: Motor runs backwards and the reverse LED glows when forward command is given.

• Move the Tx throttle reversing switch to the opposite position.

Problem: Model runs properly, then motor goes dead.

• The built-in thermal protection may be automatically shutting down power to the ESC due to overheating conditions. Check for binding drivetrain, bad motor or incorrect gear ratio. Adjust gear mesh, replace motor or change gear ratio. Allow the ESC to cool and try again.

TIPS

Before Each Run

1. Check to make sure that all screws are tight and no screws are missing.

2. Check to make sure that the transmitter batteries are not low.

3. Check to make sure that all of the moving parts of the Evader move freely and do not bind.

4. Check for broken or damaged parts. Replace any broken or damaged parts before running the Evader EXB. Running the buggy with broken or damaged parts could result 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.

7. IMPORTANT! Check the slipper clutch setting. The Evader EXB transmission is equipped with a slipper clutch. When properly adjusted, the slipper clutch will help to extend the life of the transmission by providing a point that slips when the kit encounters bumps, and jolts that would otherwise transfer strain to the internal gears. Although there is no perfect setting for every situation, following the recommended procedure on page 9 will provide a good starting point. Final adjustments will need to be made with the kit on the actual surface it will be running on.

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 EXB.

3. Check for any broken or damaged parts. This way parts may be replaced before the next run.

After Every 10 Runs

1. Check the servo saver for proper operation. During normal maintenance, check the operation of the servo saver by grasping the servo arm and linkage and turning one of the front tires left and right. If the wheels turn without moving the linkages and servo arm, the unit is operating properly. If the linkage and servo arm move, loosen the knurled adjustment nut on the left side servo saver shaft. If the servo saver becomes clogged with dirt, it may not work properly which could cause servo or linkage damage. The servo saver needs to be disassembled, cleaned and readjusted. To safely adjust the servo saver, loosen the knurled aluminum collar on the left side steering post completely. Then reinstall 1-1/2 turns onto the post. Retest the servo saver as described above. Adjust the servo saver tighter or looser if needed.

2. Check to make sure that the bushings are free of dirt and debris and roll smoothly.

3. Check the shocks for oil leakage. If the shocks have leaked any shock ﬂ uid out, you should properly reﬁ ll the shocks for best performance. Inspect the shock shafts for deep scratches.

4. Check for proper gear mesh between the spur and pinion gears.

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TUNING

GUIDE

When tuning the Evader EXB make sure that you have equal length shocks, camber rods and steering rods on both sides (left and right). They do not have to be the same front to rear.

WHEELBASE

CASTER

30° Caster

Caster refers to the angle formed by the kingpin and the surface when viewed from the side. 0° of caster means that the kingpin is straight up and down. The Evader EXB comes stock with 30° of caster and is not adjustable.

CAMBER

2° Negative Camber

Adjust

Wheelbase is the distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel. Lengthening the wheelbase of the Evader increases steering, but decreases rear traction because it puts more weight on the front wheels. Decreasing the wheelbase of the Evader will increase rear traction, but decrease steering.

BATTERY PLACEMENT

More Front

Traction

Foam

Spacer

Battery

Foam

Spacer

More Rear

Traction

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 top of the tire and wheel lean inward and positive camber is when the tire and wheel lean outward. Typically you want 0° to 2° 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 TOE-IN AND TOE-OUT

1° 1°

Front wheels pointed towards each other.

Toe-in and toe-out refer to the angle which the tire is at when viewed from above. Toe-in increases stability under acceleration, but 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 setup with 0° to -2° of toe-in.

The battery placement of the Evader can be adjusted with the foam spacers which will affect the buggy’s rear traction. Forward position will reduce rear traction, but enhance steering. A rear position will create more rear traction with less steering.

CAMBER LINK PLACEMENT

Short Camber Link Position:

More Stable, Less Traction

Long Camber Link Position:

Less Stable, More Traction

The camber link placement affects the traction and handling on rough tracks. Using a long mounting position will increase traction but decrease stability. Shortening the link will increase stability, but decrease traction.

FRONT

Short Camber Link Position:

More Stable, Less Traction

Long Camber Link Position:

Less Stable, More Traction

REAR

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SHOCK OILS AND SHOCK SPRINGS

Many different combinations can be used between the shock oils and shock springs. Some basic guidelines for setting up the Evader are that if the rear end is stiff, the buggy will have more steering and less rear traction. Stiffening the front shocks will result in less steering and more rear traction. DuraTrax offers different rate (stiffness) springs to suite most running conditions. The springs are color coded for easy identiﬁ cation:

Front Rear

Silver (Extra Soft) DTXC9244 DTXC9261 White (Soft) Included Included Yellow (Medium) DTXC9245 DTXC9230 Green (Hard) DTXC9246 DTXC9231

Thinner shock oil will make the shocks react faster, but makes the buggy less stable and may cause the buggy to bottom out over large jumps. Thicker shock oil makes the buggy smoother over large jumps and in straights, but less reactive over rough sections. We have ﬁ lled the shocks with 20-weight oil, which is a good choice for most driving conditions.

FRONT SHOCK ADJUSTMENT

Top Shock Outer Positions:

More Steering,

Faster Suspension Reaction

Inner Mount Positions:

More Slow Speed Steering

Top Shock Inner Positions:

Slower Steering,

Smoother Over Bumps

Outer Mount Positions:

More High Speed Steering

Moving out the tops of the shocks will increase steering and produce quicker suspension reaction, but will result in slower steering reaction. Mounting the bottoms of the shocks in the inside hole of the arms will improve slow-speed steering but reduce high-speed steering.

SLIPPER CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

IMPORTANT! To protect the transmission gears, it is imperative that the slipper is properly set. If too tight, or locked, gear damage will occur.

Slipper Adjustment Nut

Tighten Nut:

Less Slip

Loosen Nut:

More Slip

1. Tighten the slipper adjustment nut all the way down.

2. Loosen the adjustment nut two full turns.

3. Set the buggy on a work surface and try to rotate the spur gear by hand. It should be hard to turn with both the rear wheels resting on your work surface.

4. If it turns easily, the slipper adjustment nut needs to be tighter. Tighten the adjustment nut 1/8th of a turn and try to rotate the spur gear again.

5. If the gear will not turn, the slipper is too tight. Loosen the adjustment nut 1/8th of a turn and try to rotate the spur gear again.

6. For the ﬁ nal adjustment, use a fully charged pack to run the buggy. Place the buggy on the surface it will be run on and give it a short 1-2 second burst of full throttle. When adjusted correctly it should slip for 1-2 feet without the tires spinning. If the tires spin, the slipper nut needs to be loosened. If it slips for more than the recommended 1-2 feet, the nut should be tightened.

7. Repeat each step as needed to get the desired setting.

REAR SHOCK ADJUSTMENT

Top Shock Outer Positions:

More Steering,

More Control Over Bumps

Inner Mount Positions:

Less Steering,

Smoother Over Bumps

Top Shock Inner Positions:

Smoother Over Bumps

Outer Mount Positions:

Less Control Over Bumps

Moving in the tops of the shocks will result in more traction in the corners and greater smoothness over bumps. Moving out the tops of the shocks will give the buggy more steering and enable it to handle large jumps better.

More Rear Grip,

More Steering,

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MAINTENANCE

GUIDE

The following section is provided to help you with maintenance and repairs to your Evader EXB. Pay extra attention to the notes and tips for proper assembly.

Bulkhead, Bulkhead Brace, Front Suspension Arm,

1. Attach the front bulkhead (51) to the chassis (1) using the bulkhead hinge pin (103).

2. Secure the bulkhead hinge pin in place using the 3mm set screw (K).

3. Attach and secure the front suspension arms (38,39) to the front bulkhead using the front inner hinge pins (95).

4. Secure the rear of the front inner hinge pin with a

2.5mm e-clip (S).

5. Install the front bulkhead brace (50) onto the two front inner hinge pins.

6. Secure the front bulkhead brace using 2.5mm e-clips (S).

7. Attach the front shock tower (49) to the front bulkhead using four 3x10mm round head screws (C).

8. Attach the front bumper (2) to the front bulkhead using four 4-40x5/16" ﬂ at head screws (B).

Front Shock Tower, Front Bumper

104

103

1. Attach the front hub carriers (28) to the front suspension arms (38,39) using the front outer hinge pins (104).

2. Secure the hinge pins with two 2mm e-clips (R).

3. Install the front axles (91) into the knuckle arms (24,25).

4. Install two spacers (Y) onto each kingpin (94).

5. Insert the knuckle arms into the front hub carriers and then secure them in place with the kingpins. Note: The spacers go

on the top of the hub carriers.

6. Secure the kingpins in place using 2mm e-clips (R).

7. Install the short ball studs (81) into the outer holes of the knuckle arms.

Front Knuckle Arm, Hub Carrier, Axle

104

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Steering Servo Saver Assembly

102

1. Insert the brass bushings (105) into the mounting holes in the chassis.

2. Insert the short servo saver post (99) into the right brass bushing (105).

3. Install two short ball studs (81) into the right servo saver (46) in the holes shown.

4. Insert a plastic bushing (48) into each end of the right servo saver. Again, make sure the bushings are fully seated.

5. Slide the assembled right half onto the short servo saver post (99).

6. Install two short ball studs (81) into the lower left servo saver (44) in the holes shown.

7. Insert the threaded aluminum servo saver hub (101) into the bottom of the lower left servo saver. Note: The aluminum servo saver hub is designed to key into the

bottom of the lower left servo saver. Make sure that the hex in the hub fully seats in the servo saver.

8. Install a short ball stud (81) into the upper left servo saver (45).

9. Slide the upper left servo saver onto the hub. The upper and lower left servo savers are designed to key together.

10. Place the servo saver spring (98) on top of the two left servo saver halves.

11. Secure the left servo saver assembly together with the servo saver adjustment collar (102). Note: The servo saver adjustment collar is machined on one side for the

servo saver spring to ﬁ t into. Make sure this side goes down against the servo saver spring. The servo saver tension will need to be properly adjusted once the

101

entire servo saver assembly has been installed onto the Evader EXB.

12. Insert a plastic bushing (47) into each end of the left servo saver assembly. Again, make sure the bushings are fully seated.

13. Install the long servo saver post (100) into the left brass bushing (105).

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14. Slide the assembled left servo saver assembly onto the long servo saver post.

15. Attach the left and right servo savers together with the one piece molded link (43).

Servo, Servo Brace, Front Brace

1. Attach the steering servo mounts (6) to the front of the servo mounting lugs using two 3x8mm S/T screws (L).

2. Install a short ball stud (81) into the steering servo horn (8).

3. Install the steering servo horn onto the servo with a

2.6x8mm S/T screw (T). Note: Make sure the transmitter,

steering servo and servo horn are properly centered before securing the servo horn to the servo.

4. Secure the servo to the chassis with two 4-40x5/16" ﬂ at head screws (B).

5. Attach the servo brace (56) to the chassis by installing two 3x10mm screws (C) into the two rear holes.

6. Connect the servo horn to the servo saver assembly using the adjustable steering servo link (5,90).

7. Install two brass bushings (105) into the underside of the front brace (52). Note: The brass bushings may need to

be slightly tapped into place. The bushings must be fully seated in the front brace.

8. Install the front brace onto the servo brace and servo saver assembly. Make sure the servo saver posts insert into the bushings in the front brace. Secure the front brace with four 3x20mm screws (E) into the chassis and two 4-40x5/16" ﬂ at head screws (B) into the bulkhead.

Servo

105

Servo Saver

Post s

105

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Rear Shock Tower, Rear Transmission Plate,

Rear Bulkhead, Rear Suspension Arm

1. Attach the rear chassis plate (41) to the chassis (1) using four 3x10mm round head screws (C).

2. Attach the rear suspension arms (36,37) to the rear chassis plate using the inner rear hinge pins (97).

3. Secure the front of the inner rear hinge pins in place using two 2.5mm e-clips (S).

4. Install the rear shock tower (40) and transmission brace (42) onto the chassis using four 3x12mm round head screws (V).

Note: Make sure the screws pass through the shock tower, chassis and into the transmission brace.

5. Install two long ball studs (30) into the appropriate holes

in the transmission brace. Note: The stock setting is the

lower inner holes. Make sure that the ball studs are in the same hole location on both sides.

108

107

108

123

Rear Hub, Rear Axles

1. Install two 5x10mm bushings (108) in both rear hubs (26,27).

2. Install a short ball stud (81) into the center hole of the rear hubs.

3. Place one 3mm plastic spacer (58) on each side of the rear hubs. Secure the rear hubs to the rear suspension arms (36,37) with the 3mm outer rear hinge pins (107).

4. Secure the outer rear hinge pins with 2.5mm e-clips (S).

5. Install the rear axles (9) through the bushings in the hubs.

6. Install a spring pin (123) into each of the rear axles.

7. Install one joint spring (22) into each of the axles.

8. Install a dogbone (79) into each of the axles.

123

108

107

108

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Spring

Pin Hole

110

Keyed

Section

Bushing

Mount

110

Spring

Pin Hole

Differential

1. Place one 10x16mm bushing (110) on the bushing mounts on the diff gear case (18) and another on the diff gear case cover (12).

2. Install the outdrives (10) through the diff gear case and the gear cover. Install the spring pins (11) into the spring pin holes.

3. Align the keyed section of the large planetary gears (13) on the spring pins that you just installed in the outdrives.

4. Center the diff cross pin B (19) through the opening in the diff cross pin A (15) and install a small planetary gear (14) onto both ends of both diff cross pins.

5. Place the planetary gear and diff shaft assembly into the diff gear case.

6. Place a small amount of grease on each of the planetary gears. Rotate the gears to spread the grease evenly. There should be enough to evenly coat each tooth of all the gears. Add or remove grease as needed.

7. Place the diff gear case cover onto the diff gear case and secure it with the four 2.5x5.25mm ﬂ at head screws (X).

8. Install one dogbone spring into each open end of the outdrives.

Left

108

109

Differential

116

109

108

Gearbox

Note: When installing the bushings, make sure they are fully seated. If the bushings are not fully seated the gearbox halves may not ﬁ t together properly and cause binding.

1. Install a 5x10mm bushing (108) into the upper hole of the left gearbox half (20).

2. Install the top shaft (83) into the 5x10mm bushing that was just installed on the left gearbox half.

3. Install a 5x11mm bushing (109) into each side of the idler gear (17).

4. Install the idler gear shaft (89) into the idler gear bushings.

5. Install the idler gear into the left gearbox half.

6. Install the assembled differential into the bottom hole in the left gearbox half.

7. Assemble the two gearbox halves. Make sure they are seated properly.

8. Secure the two halves with the 3x12mm round head screw (D).

9. Install the 2x10mm spring pin (116) into the top shaft.

10. Install the gearbox dust cover (7) onto the right side gear box half (21).

11. Install the motor plate (96) on the side of the gearbox and attach it with three 3x25mm round head screws (G) and 3mm spring washers (P).

Right

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Slipper Clutch

1. Install the inner slipper plate (84) onto the top shaft (83). Make sure the notch in the inner slipper plate keys onto the 2x10 spring pin (116) in the top shaft.

2. Place the slipper pad (64) and outer slipper plate (85) onto the top shaft. Make sure the slipper pad is properly centered between the two plates.

3. Install the slipper bushing (86) into the spur gear (16).

4. Slide the spur gear onto the top shaft and secure it to the outer slipper plate using two 3x6mm screws (J) and two 3mm spring washers (P).

5. Slide a 3mm ﬂ at washer (Q), 3mm brass washer (W), and then another 3mm washer onto the top shaft.

6. Install the slipper spring (87), 3mm washer, and a 3mm lock nut (O). Refer to page 9 for adjusting the slipper.

Motor

Mounting

Holes

Flat

Area

Motor Plate

Mounting Holes

Motor Installation

1. Install a 3mm spring washer (P) onto both of the 3x8mm motor mount screws (H).

2. Align the mounting holes on the motor with the mounting holes in the motor plate. Secure the motor with the two 3x8mm screws. Note: Do not fully tighten the 3x8mm screws at this time.

3. Install the pinion gear (80), tooth side out, onto the motor shaft.

4. Rotate the pinion gear on the motor shaft until the set screw hole is aligned with ﬂ at area of the motor shaft.

5. Secure the pinion to the motor shaft with a 3x3mm set screw (K).

Gear Mesh

1. Setting the proper mesh between the spur and pinion gears is important. Improper mesh can result in damage to the spur and pinion gears, shorter run times and may make the motor run hot. Although setting the mesh correctly can be tedious, the process can be simpliﬁ ed with the aid of a simple scrap of standard notebook paper.

2. Place the scrap paper between the pinion and spur gear. Slide the motor forward so the pinion teeth mesh with the spur gears with the piece of paper pinched tight between them.

3. Tighten the motor screws to hold the motor in place, and slowly rotate the gears until the paper is pushed out from between the gears.

4. Rock the spur gear back and forth with light pressure. The gear should be able to move a small amount (about 1/4 of the size of one of the gear teeth) without moving the pinion.

5. If the spur moves more than the recommended amount, the gear mesh is too loose. Loosen the motor mount screws and move the motor closer to the spur gear.

6. If the spur moves less than the recommended amount, the gear mesh is too tight. Loosen the motor mount screws and move the motor away from the spur gear. Once the gear mesh is correct, tighten down the motor screws, and re-check the mesh to be sure it did not change as the motor screws were tightened. It is a good idea to check gear mesh every few runs and also make sure motor screws are still tight.

Motor

Screw

Pinion

Motor Back

Looser Mesh

Spur

Motor Forward

Tighter Mesh

Motor Screw

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Transmission Installation

1. Install the motor guard (3) to the top of the transmission, using two 4-40x1/4" F/H screws (A).

2. Install the transmission onto the rear chassis plate using two 3x10mm screws (C), and two more 3x10mm screws (C) to secure it to the transmission brace.

3. Secure the bottom of the motor guard to the rear holes in the chassis plate using two 3x6mm F/H screws (N).

75 (Front)

68 (Front) 69 (Rear)

76 (Rear)

114

106

122

70 (Front) 71 (Rear)

Shock Assembly

1. Install a 2.5mm e-clip (S) in the groove on the shock shafts (68,69) closest to the center of the shaft.

2. Place the shock piston (4) on top of the 2.5mm e-clip.

3. Secure the shock piston in place with a 2.5mm e-clip in the groove closest to the end of the shaft.

4. Install a shock O-ring (114), a shock seal spacer (35), and another shock O-ring (114) into the shock seal holder in the bottom of the shock body (75,76). Install a shock seal retainer spacer (55), and secure all of the parts in the shock seal holder using the shock seal retainer (33).

5. Install the shock shaft assembly into the shock body.

6. Fill the shock with ﬂ uid. Install the shock cap spacer (54), the shock diaphram (34) and the shock cap (77).

7. While tightening the shock cap down, work the shock shaft and piston up and down to help remove any air and excess oil that may be trapped in

the shock.

8. Thread the shock ball end (31) onto the end of the shock shaft. 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.

10. Install the upper spring clamp (122) and spring (70,71).

11. Secure the shock spring in place with the lower spring clamp (31).

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OTHER ITEMS AVAILABLE FOR THE EVADER EXB

Piranha™ NiMH

7.2V 2000mAh Battery DTXP4005

Aluminum Front Hub Carrier DTXC8032 Blue DTXC8033 Purple

Aluminum Front Hinge Pin Plate DTXC6613 Blue DTXC6614 Purple

Piranha Digital Charger DTXP4005

Aluminum Rear Hub Carrier DTXC8071 Blue DTXC8072 Purple

Aluminum Knuckle Arm DTXC8224 Blue DTXC8225 Purple

Aluminum Front Shock Set DTXC9221 Blue DTXC9222 Purple DTXC9223 Hard Anodized

Graphite Front Hub Carrier DTXC8034

Aluminum Rear Shock Set DTXC9226 Blue DTXC9227 Purple DTXC9228 Hard Anodized

Graphite Rear Hub Carrier DTXC8073

Graphite Knuckle Arms DTXC8226