Xray X10 Instruction Manual

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BEFORE YOU START

The X10 is a high-competition, high-quality, 1/10 pan car intended for persons
aged 16 years and older with previous experience building and operating RC
model racing cars. This is not a toy; it is a precision racing model. This model
racing car is not intended for use by beginners, inexperienced customers, or
by children without direct supervision of a responsible, knowledgeable adult.
If you do not fulll these requirements, please return the kit in unused and
unassembled form back to the shop where you have purchased it.

Before building and operating your X10, YOU MUST read through all of the
operating instructions and instruction manual and fully understand them
to get the maximum enjoyment and prevent unnecessary damage. Read

carefully and fully understand the instructions before beginning assembly.

Make sure you review this entire manual, download and use set-up book from
the web, and examine all details carefully. If for some reason you decide The X10
is not what you wanted or expected, do not continue any further. Your hobby
dealer cannot accept your X10 kit for return or exchange after it has been
partially or fully assembled.

Contents of the box may dier from pictures. In line with our policy of continuous
product development, the exact specications of the kit may vary without prior
notice.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Contains:
LEAD (CAS 7439-92-1) ANTIMONY (CAS 7440-36-0)
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
CAUTION: CANCER HAZARD
Contains lead, a listed carcinogen. Lead is harmful if ingested. Wash thoroughly after
using. DO NOT use product while eating, drinking or using tobacco products. May
cause chronic eects to gastrointestinal tract, CNS, kidneys, and blood. MAY CAUSE
BIRTH DEFECTS.

When building, using and/or operating this model always wear protective glasses
and gloves.

Take appropriate safety precautions prior to operating this model. You are
responsible for this model‘s assembly and safe operation! Please read the
instruction manual before building and operating this model and follow all safety
precautions. Always keep the instruction manual at hand for quick reference, even

after completing the assembly. Use only genuine and original authentic XRAY parts
for maximum performance. Using any third party parts on this model will void
guaranty immediately.

Improper operation may cause personal and/or property damage. XRAY and
its distributors have no control over damage resulting from shipping, improper
construction, or improper usage. XRAY assumes and accepts no responsibility for
personal and/or property damages resulting from the use of improper building
materials, equipment and operations. By purchasing any item produced by XRAY,
the buyer expressly warrants that he/she is in compliance with all applicable federal,
state and local laws and regulation regarding the purchase, ownership and use of
the item. The buyer expressly agrees to indemnify and hold harmless XRAY for all
claims resulting directly or indirectly from the purchase, ownership or use of the
product. By the act of assembling or operating this product, the user accepts all
resulting liability. If the buyer is not prepared to accept this liability, then he/she
should return this kit in new, unassembled, and unused condition to the place of
purchase.

IMPORTANT NOTES – GENERAL

• This product is not suitable for children under 16 years of age without the direct
supervision of a responsible and knowledgeable adult.

• Carefully read all manufacturers warnings and cautions for any parts used in the
construction and use of your model.

• Assemble this kit only in places away from the reach of very small children.

• First-time builders and users should seek advice from people who have building
experience in order to assemble the model correctly and to allow the model to
reach its performance potential.

• Exercise care when using tools and sharp instruments.

• Take care when building, as some parts may have sharp edges.

• Keep small parts out of reach of small children. Children must not be allowed to
put any parts in their mouth, or pull vinyl bag over their head.

• Read and follow instructions supplied with paints and/or cement, if used (not
included in kit).

• Immediately after using your model, do NOT touch equipment on the model such
as the motor and speed controller, because they generate high temperatures. You
may seriously burn yourself seriously touching them.

• Follow the operating instructions for the radio equipment at all times.

• Do not put ngers or any objects inside rotating and moving parts, as this may
cause damage or serious injury as your nger, hair, clothes, etc. may get caught.

• Be sure that your operating frequency is clear before turning on or running your
model, and never share the same frequency with somebody else at the same time.
Ensure that others are aware of the operating frequency you are using and when
you are using it.

• Use a transmitter designed for ground use with RC cars. Make sure that no one
else is using the same frequency as yours in your operating area. Using the same
frequency at the same time, whether it is driving, ying or sailing, can cause loss
of control of the RC model, resulting in a serious accident.

• Always turn on your transmitter before you turn on the receiver in the car. Always
turn o the receiver before turning your transmitter o.

• Keep the wheels of the model o the ground when checking the operation of the
radio equipment.

• Disconnect the battery pack before storing your model.

• When learning to operate your model, go to an area that has no obstacles that can
damage your model if your model suers a collision.

• Remove any sand, mud, dirt, grass or water before putting your model away.

• If the model behaves strangely, immediately stop the model, check and clear the
problem.

• To prevent any serious personal injury and/or damage to property, be responsible
when operating all remote controlled models.

• The model car is not intended for use on public places and roads or areas where its
operation can conict with or disrupt pedestrian or vehicular trac.

• Because the model car is controlled by radio, it is subject to radio interference
from many sources that are beyond your control. Since radio interference can
cause momentary loss of control, always allow a safety margin in all directions
around the model in order to prevent collisions.

• Do not use your model:

- Near real cars, animals, or people that are unaware that an RC car is being
driven.

- In places where children and people gather

- In residential districts and parks

- In limited indoor spaces

- In wet conditions

- In the street

- In areas where loud noises can disturb others, such as hospitals and
residential areas.

- At night or anytime your line of sight to the model may be obstructed or
impaired in any way.

To prevent any serious personal injury and/or damage to property, please be
responsible when operating all remote controlled models.

Failure to follow these instructions will be considered as abuse and/or neglect.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

XRAY Europe

K Vystavisku 6992
91101 Trenčín
Slovakia, EUROPE
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

We have made every eort to make these instructions as easy to understand as possible.
However, if you have any diculties, problems, or questions, please do not hesitate to
contact the XRAY support team at [e-mail]. Also, please visit our Web site at
www.teamxray.com to nd the latest updates, set-up information, option parts, and many
other goodies. We pride ourselves on taking excellent care of our customers.

You can join thousands of XRAY fans and enthusiasts in our online
community at: www.teamxray.com

XRAY USA

RC America, 2030 Century Center Blvd #15 Irving,
TX 75062
USA
Phone: [phone] * [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

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IMPORTANT NOTES – ELECTRICAL

• Insulate any exposed electrical wiring (using heat shrink tubing or electrical tape)
to prevent dangerous short circuits. Take maximum care in wiring, connecting
and insulating cables. Make sure cables are always connected securely. Check
connectors for if they become loose. And if so, reconnect them securely. Never
use R/C models with damaged wires. A damaged wire is extremely dangerous,
and can cause short-circuits resulting in re. Please have wires repaired at your
local hobby shop.

• Low battery power will result in loss of control. Loss of control can occur due to a
weak battery in either the transmitter or the receiver. Weak running battery may
also result in an out of control car if your car‘s receiver power is supplied by the
running battery. Stop operation immediately if the car starts to slow down.

• When not using RC model, always disconnect and remove battery.

• Do not disassemble battery or cut battery cables. If the running battery short­circuits, approximately 300W of electricity can be discharged, leading to re or
burns. Never disassemble battery or cut battery cables.

• Use a recommended charger for the receiver and transmitter batteries and follow
the instructions correctly. Over-charging, incorrect charging, or using inferior

chargers can cause the batteries to become dangerously hot. Recharge battery
when necessary. Continual recharging may damage battery and, in the worst
case, could build up heat leading to re. If battery becomes extremely hot during
recharging, please ask your local hobby shop for check and/or repair and/or
replacement.

• Regularly check the charger for potential hazards such as damage to the cable,
plug, casing or other defects. Ensure that any damage is rectied before using
the charger again. Modifying the charger may cause short-circuit or overcharging
leading to a serious accident. Therefore do not modify the charger.

• Always unplug charger when recharging is nished.

• Do not recharge battery while battery is still warm. After use, battery retains heat.
Wait until it cools down before charging.

• Do not allow any metal part to short circuit the receiver batteries or other
electrical/electronic device on the model.

• Immediately stop running if your RC model gets wet as may cause short circuit.

• Please dispose of batteries responsibly. Never put batteries into re.

WARRANTY

XRAY guarantees this model kit to be free from defects in both material and
workmanship within 30 days of purchase. The total monetary value under warranty
will in no case exceed the cost of the original kit purchased. This warranty does
not cover any components damaged by use or modication or as a result of wear.
Part or parts missing from this kit must be reported within 30 days of purchase. No
part or parts will be sent under warranty without proof of purchase. Should you
nd a defective or missing part, contact the local distributor. Service and customer
support will be provided through local hobby store where you have purchased the
kit, therefore make sure to purchase any XRAY products at your local hobby store.
This model racing car is considered to be a high-performance racing vehicle. As such
this vehicle will be used in an extreme range of conditions and situations, all which
may cause premature wear or failure of any component. XRAY has no control over
usage of vehicles once they leave the dealer, therefore XRAY can only oer warranty
against all manufacturer‘s defects in materials, workmanship, and assembly at point
of sale and before use. No warranties are expressed or implied that cover damage
caused by what is considered normal use, or cover or imply how long any model
cars‘ components or electronic components will last before requiring replacement.

Due to the high performance level of this model car you will need to periodically
maintain and replace consumable components. Any and all warranty coverage
will not cover replacement of any part or component damaged by neglect, abuse,
or improper or unreasonable use. This includes but is not limited to damage
from crashing, chemical and/or water damage, excessive moisture, improper
or no maintenance, or user modications which compromise the integrity of

components. Warranty will not cover components that are considered consumable
on RC vehicles. XRAY does not pay nor refund shipping on any component sent
to XRAY or its distributors for warranty. XRAY reserves the right to make the nal
determination of the warranty status of any component or part.

Limitations of Liability

XRAY makes no other warranties expressed or implied. XRAY shall not be liable
for any loss, injury or damages, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential, arising from the use, misuse, or abuse of this product and/or any
product or accessory required to operate this product. In no case shall XRAY‘s
liability excess the monetary value of this product.

Take adequate safety precautions prior to operating this model. You are
responsible for this model’s assembly and safe operation.

Disregard of the any of the above cautions may lead to accidents, personal injury,
or property damage. XRAY MODEL RACING CARS assumes no responsibility for
any injury, damage, or misuse of this product during assembly or operation, nor
any addictions that may arise from the use of this product.
All rights reserved.

QUALITY CERTIFICATE

XRAY MODEL RACING CARS uses only the highest quality materials, the best
compounds for molded parts and the most sophisticated manufacturing processes of
TQM (Total Quality Management). We guarantee that all parts of a newly-purchased
kit are manufactured with the highest regard to quality. However, due to the many
factors inherent in model racecar competition, we cannot guarantee any parts once

you start racing the car. Products which have been worn out, abused, neglected or
improperly operated will not be covered under warranty.
We wish you enjoyment of this high-quality and high-performance RC car and wish
you best success on the track!

In line with our policy of continuous product development, the exact specications of the kit may vary. In the
unlikely event of any problems with your new kit, you should contact the model shop where you purchased it,
quoting the part number.
We do reserve all rights to change any specication without prior notice. All rights reserved.

R/C & BUILDING TIPS

• Make sure all fasteners are properly tightened. Check them periodically.

• Make sure that chassis screws do not protrude from the chassis.

• For the best performance, it is very important that great care is taken to ensure the
free movement of all parts.

• Clean all ball-bearings so they move very easily and freely.

• Tap or pre-thread the plastic parts when threading screws.

• Self-tapping screws cut threads into the parts when being tightened. Do not use
excessive force when tightening the self-tapping screws because you may strip out
the thread in the plastic. We recommended you stop tightening a screw when you
feel some resistance.

• Ask your local hobby shop for any advice.

Please support your local hobby shop. We at XRAY Model Racing Cars support all local
hobby dealers. Therefore we ask you, if at all possible, to purchase XRAY products
at your hobby dealer and give them your support like we do. If you have diculty
nding XRAY products, please check out www.teamxray.com to get advice, or contact
us via email at [e-mail], or contact the XRAY distributor in your country.

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SYMBOLS USED

L=R

2x

CA

OIL

Part bags used Assemble left and right

sides the same way

Assemble in the specified

order

Pay attention here Assemble as many times

as specified (here twice)

Apply CA glue

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

Apply oil

05

Assembly view

Cut

Apply grease

Follow Set-Up Book

Electric Motor &

Pinion Gear and Set-screw

Transmitter Steering ServoReceiver Bearing Oil

(HUDY #106230)

Speed Controller

Lexan™ Paint

Battery Charger

Tires

LiPo BatteryBody Shell

Double-sided Tape
(HUDY #107875)

Fibre Tape

(HUDY #107870)

Tighten screw gentlyEnsure smooth

non-binding movement

Detail view

DETAIL

NOT INCLUDED

XRAY offers wide range of optional tuning parts
which are listed in tables like these. Please refer
to the exploded view of each main section to verify
which part is included in the kit while all other parts
are available only as optional parts and must be
purchased separately.

TOOLS REQUIRED

EQUIPMENT INCLUDED

HUDY Premium Silicone

Oil 700cSt (#106370)

Oil 10000cSt (#106510)

Side Cutters

(HUDY #189010)

Sandpaper

Turnbuckle Wrench

4mm (HUDY #181040)

Turnbuckle Wrench

3mm (HUDY #181030)

Reamer

(HUDY #107600)

or

(HUDY #107601)

Combination Pliers

(HUDY #189020)

HUDY TOOLS:

Diff Grease

(HUDY #106211)

Scissors

(HUDY #188990)

4.0 mm

3.0 mm

SAMPLE OF
OPTIONAL PARTS

#37XXXX OPTION 1

#37XXXX OPTION 2

#37XXXX OPTION 3

Socket: 5.5mmAllen: 1.5mm Allen: 2.0mm Allen: 3.0mmAllen: 2.5mm

Tire Truer

(HUDY #102003)

Pocket Hobby Knife

(HUDY #188981)

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GRAPHITE PART PREPARATION

To protect and seal edges of graphite parts, sand edges smooth and then apply CA glue.

PREPARE ALL GRAPHITE PARTS

Fine sandpaper

Use fine sandpaper to sand smooth the
edges of all graphite parts.

CA

Apply CA glue to all adges
of the graphite parts.

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CASTER

1. FRONT SUSPENSION

373120-O

SHIM 5.3x7.8x0.5

303121-O

SHIM 3x6x0.5

372011

3x12mm

3x10mm

5.3x7.8x0.5mm

3x6x0.5mm

Marked "L"

COMPOSITE BALL

2x

REACTIVE CASTER SETTING

= 2.5°
= 5° INITIAL SETTING
= 7.5°

Use same bushings on both left & right sides.

965019

372021

377220

964032

372294
372293
372292

903312

371013

372180

373241

960030

373240

964032

372290

375220

372221

373120-O

372650

901304

902310

965019

372280

372150
372290

960030

372131

371061

902310

372620

372316-O

372122

303121-O

372315

902312

371050

372112

372211

372315

372131

LOWER SUSPENSION ARMS

#372112 R - HARD INCLUDED
#372113 R - GRAPHITE OPTION
#372122 L - HARD INCLUDED
#372123 L - GRAPHITE OPTION

UPPER ARM MOUNTS

#372010 R - MEDIUM OPTION
#372011 R - HARD INCLUDED
#372012 R - GRAPHITE OPTION
#372020 L - MEDIUM OPTION
#372021 L - HARD INCLUDED
#372022 L - GRAPHITE OPTION

Marked "R"

UPPER ARM POSITION ADJUSTMENT SHIMS

The shims influence the camber gain change.

MORE shims = less camber gain, reduced initial
steering, reduced steering sensitivity (less twitchy).

LESS shims = more camber gain, increased initial
steering, increased steering sensitivity.

Use same shim thickness on both left & right sides.

UPPER SUSPENSION ARMS

#372130 MEDIUM

OPTION

#372131 HARD INCLUDED

M3 NUTS

#960030 STEEL SILVER INCLUDED
#960031 ALU SILVER OPTION
#296530-O ALU ORANGE OPTION

#371014
X10’18 ALU FLEX 2.0MM CHASSIS - 7075 T6

ALU ECCENTRIC BUSHINGS

#372316-O 0mm INCLUDED
#372317-O 0.5mm OPTION
#372318-O 1.0mm OPTION

BAG

303121-O ALU SHIM 3x6x0.5MM - ORANGE (10)
371013 X10‘18 CHASSIS - 2.5MM GRAPHITE
371050 X10 GRAPHITE 2.5MM MOUNTING PLATE RISERS (2)
371061 X10 GRAPHITE 2.5MM ARM MOUNT PLATE
372011 COMPOSITE FRONT UPPER ARM MOUNT - RIGHT - HARD
372021 COMPOSITE FRONT UPPER ARM MOUNT - LEFT - HARD
372112 SUSPENSION ARM - FRONT LOWER - RIGHT - HARD
372122 SUSPENSION ARM - FRONT LOWER - LEFT - HARD
372131 FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION ARM & BALL JOINT - HARD
372150 COMPOSITE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT (2)
372180 FRONT COIL SPRING 3.6x6x0.5MM; C=3.5 - GOLD (2)
372211 COMPOSITE STEERING BLOCK - RIGHT - HARD
372221 COMPOSITE STEERING BLOCK - LEFT - HARD
372280 KING PIN (2)
372290 ALU SHIM 3.2x4.8x0.5 (4)
372292 STEEL SHIM 0.2MM - SILVER (2)
372293 STEEL SHIM 0.4MM - BLACK (2)
372294 STEEL SHIM 0.6MM - GOLD (2)

372315 COMPOSITE ECCENTRIC BUSHINGS + CASTER CLIPS (2)
372316-O ALU ECCENTRIC BUSHING 0.0MM - ORANGE (2)
372620 ADJ. TURNBUCKLE M3x17 MM - HUDY SPRING STEEL™ (2)
372650 BALL-END 4.2MM - THREADED - HUDY SPRING STEEL™ (2)
373120-O ALU SHIM 5.3x7.8x0.5MM - ORANGE (10)
373240 PIVOTBALL UNIVERSAL 6.0 MM - HUDY SPRING STEEL™ (2)
373241 COMPOSITE PIVOTBALL UNIVERSAL 6.0 MM (2)
375220 FRONT WHEEL AXLE - HUDY SPRING STEEL™ (2)
377220 FRONT UPPER PIVOT PIN 2x31MM (2)

901304 HEX SCREW SB M3x4 (10)
902310 HEX SCREW SH M3x10 (10)
902312 HEX SCREW SH M3x12 (10)
903312 HEX SCREW SFH M3x12 (10)
960030 NUT M3 (10)
964032 WASHER S 3.2 x 4.8 x 0.2 (10)
965019 E-CLIP 1.9 (10)

902312

SH M3x12

902310

SH M3x10

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CAMBER

CASTER

The flat of the nut must be PARALLEL to the lower arm.

5.2mm

5.2mm

NOTE

ORIENTATION

2mm

1+0.5mm

NOTE
ORIENTATION

STEEL BALL

2x

2x 2x

2x

Marked "R"

Marked "L"

NOTE

ORIENTATION

NOTE

ORIENTATION

DETAIL

Moves freely

DETAIL

Make sure that arm moves freely.

DETAIL

DETAILDETAIL

The thickness of shims changes the steering linkage
angle. Thicker shims gives decreased in-corner
steering, but car becomes easier to drive.

#303122-O SHIM 3x6x1
#303123-O SHIM 3x6x2

UPPER SUSPENSION ARMS

#372130 MEDIUM

OPTION

#372131 HARD INCLUDED

If the arm does not have enough
play, remove the clips and thin
the clips slightly with sandpaper.
The arms must have free
movement and not bind.

M3 NUTS

#960030 STEEL SILVER INCLUDED
#960031 ALU SILVER OPTION
#296530-O ALU ORANGE OPTION

1. FRONT SUSPENSION

901304

SB M3x4

960030

N M3

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RIDE HEIGHT

RIDE HEIGHT

TRACK-WIDTH

The thickness of shims used affects
the ride height of the car, so
determine the proper amount of
shimming based on tire diameter.

Moves freely

2x

2x

RIDE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

INITIAL SETTING

above upper arm (0.5mm)
above steering block (1.3mm)
below steering block (0.2mm)

0.5mm

0.5mm

0.2mm

0.2mm
(4x)

OIL

use HUDY Silicone Oil

Use 0.6mm shim (#372294 - GOLD)
The number of washers used affects the ride height of the
car, so determine the proper amount of shimming based
on tire diameter.

LEFT RIGHT TRACK-WIDTH

+1mm

+0.5mm

0mm

-0.5mm

-1mm

193mm

192mm

191mm

190mm

189mm

+

=

INITIAL SETTING

INITIAL SETTING

The X10 has adjustable front track-width. There
are 3 different bushings - 0mm centric (included
in kit), or 0.5mm or 1.0mm eccentric (optional).
Use the same bushing in front and rear, and also
use the same orientation of the bushing on both
left & right sides.

Use the proper matching bushings to achieve the desired
front track-width.

INITIAL SETTING

The different holes

for suspension mounting allows for

wheelbase adjustment.

FRONT COIL SPRINGS - SOFT

#372176 C=1.5 GOLD OPTION
#372177 C=2.0 SILVER OPTION
#372178 C=2.5 BLACK OPTION
#372179 C=3.0 GREY OPTION

FRONT COIL SPRINGS

#372180 C=3.5 GOLD INCLUDED
#372181 C=4.0 SILVER OPTION
#372182 C=5.0 BLACK OPTION
#372183 C=5.5 GREY OPTION

M3 NUTS

#960030 STEEL SILVER INCLUDED
#960031 ALU SILVER OPTION
#296530-O ALU ORANGE OPTION

ALU ECCENTRIC BUSHINGS

#372316-O 0mm INCLUDED
#372317-O 0.5mm OPTION
#372318-O 1.0mm OPTION

#371014
X10’18 ALU FLEX 2.0MM CHASSIS - 7075 T6

Arm Reamer 3.0mm

3.0 mm

The front suspension parts were
updated to eliminate play to ensure
better steering performance. The
updated holes in the steering
blocks may cause a tighter fit of the
kingpin in the steering block; it is
important that the steering block
moves freely but without excessive
play. If the kingpin does not insert
into the steering block easily, use
a 3mm arm reamer to enlarge the
hole. Be very careful to remove only
enough material so you can insert
the kingpin without a lot of force.

LOW traction & bumpy track

10K cSt (#106510 HUDY)

HIGH traction & smooth track

30K cSt (#106530 HUDY)

1. FRONT SUSPENSION

372290

S 3.2x4.8x0.5

964032

S 3.2x4.8x0.2

965019

C 1.9

903312

SFH M3x12

960030

N M3

902310

SH M3x10