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Assembly Instructions
This truck is shipped in two boxes. One box contains the main chassis with body installed, sticker sheets, two wheels, transmitter,
battery, charger and accessories. The second box contains front and rear axle, brake system, two wheels and four shocks.
Before assembling and starting your truck, read and understand all manuals and familiarize yourself with the truck completely. If you
decide this truck is not the right choice, or you do not want to assume responsibility for your safety, then do not attempt to assemble or
start it. Do not run the vehicle at all and please contact us to make arrangements to return the vehicle.
If your vehicle arrives with damage from transit please do not run the vehicle, and contact us instead. Used vehicles cannot be accepted
for returns or exchanges under any circumstances. If you have any questions about your truck, please email us at [email protected].
Maintenance and replacement parts may be purchased directly from www.PrimalRC.com.
If you are prepared to assemble the truck, visit our website and view the installation videos.
See instruction video on www.PrimalRC.com/Video/TruckInstructions
Then follow along the instructions provided below. If you do not feel comfortable completing the assembly below. STOP. Do not
use the
truck. Contact us and we can discuss the concerns with you on the phone or by email.
This truck is intended for users that have extensive experience with gas R/C vehicles and 2-Stroke engines.
1.
Position main frame and axles on a surface with enough clearance for assembly.
2.
Install the brake rotor on the driveshaft and install the drive shaft pin through the drive shaft and pinion gear shaft.
3.
Slide the drive shaft from the axle into the drive shaft coming out of the transmission. Make sure the brake rotor is
installed on the axle.
4.
Attach the axle to the four links already assembled on the main chassis.
5.
Install shocks on the main chassis and axles. Note: hardware is already installed on axles and chassis.
6.
Connect the two servo wires to the wires coming out of the receiver box. There is no preference for left or right
servos –either servo can go into either plug.
7.
Attach top sway bar links to already installed sway bar on the chassis. Then attach lower sway bar links to the axle.
8.
Install the brake calipers with one pad on each side of rotor (see diagram assembly instructions #66).
Note:
The two bolts that hold the brake pads to the caliper should be installed using RED lock tight at the right position.
Without lock tight, these screws will come undone very easily.
10.
Install the brake cables (see diagram assembly instructions #66). Make sure to route cables as smoothly as
possible for ease of operation. Cables should not be bent sharply. Zip-tie cable in strategic location to avoid snagging
during operation. Ensure suspension can travel smoothly without pulling on brake cable. See instruction video on
www.primalrc.com/video/TruckInstructions.
11.
Initial brake cable adjustment: First, ensure your throttle servo is working properly and giving full throttle to
carburetor. Then in neutral (i.e. your throttle is not being applied) slide the brake cables into the brake servo cable
splitter. Adjust the stop collars so that the breaks are about to apply as soon as you trigger the transmitter to brake
position. This adjustment is something that you will fine tune to your needs. Front and rear bias can also be adjusted at
the same time.
See instruction video on www.PrimalRC.com/Video/TruckInstructions.
12.
Install wheels using supplied lug wrench. The hex nuts have a serrated side, ensure it is facing the rim.
13.
Remove protective body film, then install stickers on the body.
Painted bodies may already have the film removed.
See instruction video on www.PrimalRC.com/Video/TruckInstructions.
14.
Charge the battery with included charger.
15.
Install batteries into transmitter.
16.
Follow the instructions in the “Before You Drive”, “Running Your Truck” and “After You Drive” sections of this manual.
Note:
Looking at the pictures of the truck on our website can guide you to ensure that you are assembling the truck correctly. Also
viewing the instruction videos will give you tips on how to install everything correctly and easily.
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