ENGINE INSTALLATION
(Continued)
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Step 5. Hook the two ends of the clutch spring (156) together to form
a loop as shown. Stretch the looped spring (156) over the two clutch
shoes (157) so that the clutch shoes (157) form a circle. Make sure
that the holes in the clutch shoes are on opposite sides of the circle
as shown
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Th clutch shoes may come in a single
piece, and must be completely separated to operate properly. Bend
the shoes along the cut and pull the two halves apart.
Tip: LIGHTLY sanding the surface of the clutch shoes can improve
their performance. Sand the shoes using a 400 grit, or finer sandpa-
per. Sand the shoe surface lengthwise, not across the shoe sideways.
DO NOT use a sanding block, or lay the sandpaper on a flat sur-
face. Too much sanding may cause flat spots to develop on the
shoes.
Step 6. Slide the clutch shoe assembly over the clutch nut (155). Place
each shoe (157) over a clutch pin (151) and slide the shoes (157) all
the way against the flywheel (152). In order for the shoes (157) to
slide over the clutch nut (155), they will have to be pulled apart slightly,
stretching the springs (156).
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Make sure that the clutch shoes are
facing the correct direction as illustrated. Position the clutch so that
the shoes are separated one on top, one on bottom. The top clutch
shoe should be attached to the pin at the left side of the flywheel, as
shown in Figure 75, when looking at the engine from the front.
Step 7. Insert a 1/4" x 3/8" clutch bearing (158) into each side of the
clutch bell (159).
Step 8. Slide the clutch bell (159) over the clutch nut (151) so that the
gear faces out. Push the clutch bell (159) all the way against the
clutch assembly.
Step 9. Place the clutch spacer (160) over the clutch nut (151) and
against the clutch bell (159). Secure the assembly by pushing the 1/4"
clutch nut clip (161) over the end of the clutch nut (151) and into the
groove in the clutch nut (151).
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The bearings used in the clutch con-
tain a special grease that does not migrate. It is important that these
bearings only be replaced with Team Losi's replacement clutch bear-
ings. It is also important not to oil the bearings in the clutch. Any oil
that is put on the bearings can find its way into the clutch assembly
and cause the clutch to slip.
Figure 74
Figure 75
Figure 76
Figure 74
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156
157
155
152
156
151
Figure 75
151
160
159
161
158
158
Figure 76
160
158
161
