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ting is optimum for general on and off road running, but 
the spring pressure and ride height is fully adjustable for 
different tracks and conditions. 
 

Setup Step 3

 - Steering Trim 

Although the Tempest Gladiator is factory assembled and 
set up, it is important to finely adjust the steering trim 
before operation. Turn on the transmitter, then the re-
ceiver, but do not start the engine. Position the steering 
trim knob in the neutral (center) position. 
 
On a smooth, level, paved surface roll the truck forward a 
few feet at a time, and verify that the truck rolls straight, 
not turning towards one side or another. Also check the 
steering function. If the truck does not roll straight, adjust 
the steering trim knob until the truck rolls straight on its 
own. (In the event of damage or excessive wear, you can 
also adjust the steering arms on the truck using a small 
open end wrench or adjustable wrench on the hex shaped 
portion of the metal rod. Adjusting the steering arms this 
way also requires that you adjust 

both

 of the steering arms 

to maintain the correct toe-in setting at the same time.) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Operation 

 
The Tempest Gladiator is a contest quality, 

advanced 

hobbyist class

 remote controlled vehicle. It is not a “toy-

class” vehicle. This is a high-performance vehicle with the 
capability to exceed 45 MPH and cause serious  injury and 
damage. The Tempest Gladiator is designed for operation 
by or under the supervision of a responsible adult.  
 
Do not ever operate this vehicle in a manner  
 

 

that causes or risks injury to people or animals, or  

 

in a manner that causes or risks damage to pri-
vate or public property, or 

 

in a manner that could cause a motor vehicle ac-
cident.  

 
Do not operate this vehicle on public or private roads or 
highways, or in large crowds of people. Do not operate 
this vehicle during times or in locations where the en-
gine’s noise is objectionable. If you are sensitive to engine 
noise, wear hearing protection.  
 

Megatech shall not be liable 

for any loss or damages due 

to operator negligence, misconduct, intentional or acciden-
tal misuse of this product or any related products and ac-
cessories, and in all cases Megatech’s limit of liability 
shall be a maximum of USD $1.00 
 
Your new Tempest Gladiator will provide years of on and 
off road fun, deliver thrilling performance, and awesome 
action for you and your spectators if operated safely and 
responsibly. The Tempest Gladiator is suitable for sport 
and competition on: 
 

 
 
The Tempest Gladiator is 

NOT

 designed for: 

 

 

Rock Climbing 

 

Curbs 

 

Brush 

   Tall Grass 

 

Demolition Derby 

 

Crashes 

 
Operating your Tempest Gladiator under these 

unap-

proved

 conditions is unsafe for people and property, will 

void the warranty, and release Megatech  from any and all 
liabilities. Never operate 

any 

Nitro or gas powered vehicle 

in dry brush, dry grass, or dry leaves! This creates a very 

 

Paved Tracks 

 

Dirt Tracks 

 

Off-Road 

 

Grass 

 

Gravel 

 

Sand 

 

Standard Jumps 

 

Standard Obstacles

 

Tempest Gladiator 6 

Adjustments for Steering and Toe-In 

Adjustments For Ride Height  

and Camber (rear) 

Steering 

Summary of Contents for MTC 7805

Page 1: ...ed Ready to Run Monster Truck Operating Instructions and Owner s Manual Megatech International 8300 Tonnelle Ave North Bergen NJ 07047 Replacement Parts Tech Support 201 662 2800 Fax Orders 201 221 80...

Page 2: ...ating a lean mixture Unscrewing the needle valve open allows more fuel and creates a rich mixture Nitro Nitro Methane an additive to racing fuel that increases the explosive power of the fuel when bur...

Page 3: ...s If you are sensitive to engine noise wear hearing protec tion Megatech shall not be liable for any loss or damages due to operator negligence misconduct intentional or accidental misuse of this prod...

Page 4: ...ditional items for proper operation and adjustment We highly recommend purchasing Megatech s Gas Car Truck completer kit MTC 7500 which contains many of these items The items should be available throu...

Page 5: ...the battery holder making sure to install them in the correct direction as shown by the markings in the battery slots With the switch in the off position plug the red battery connector into the red re...

Page 6: ...of a responsible adult Do not ever operate this vehicle in a manner that causes or risks injury to people or animals or in a manner that causes or risks damage to pri vate or public property or in a...

Page 7: ...d safer engine starting The primer is located on the top of the fuel tank next to the filler cap To prime the engine fill the tank with fuel close the filler cap and press the spring loaded primer 5 t...

Page 8: ...he throttle trig ger is set at idle speed Break In procedure Attach a fully charged 1 5 volt glow plug igniter to the engine and wait three seconds to allow the glow plug to heat up Start the engine u...

Page 9: ...r As you become more famil iar with the Tempest Gladiator you may continue to ad just the high speed needle valve 1 8 of a turn at a time until maximum speed and power are produced When the truck star...

Page 10: ...retor barrel fully open full throttle put three of four drops of after run oil into the carburetor and then replace the filter cover and retaining screw Pull the engine starter handle three of four ti...

Page 11: ...engine may be flooded with too much fuel Allow all excess fuel to drip from the glow plug hole re install glow plug and re start en gine If starter handle still will not turn engine remove the glow p...

Page 12: ...n and your Tempest Gladiator engine is running Disconnect the start ing battery and the truck is ready for competition without lugging around the extra weight of the battery Warranty Megatech 90 Day L...

Page 13: ...Y IS IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER FOR MER CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS TH...

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