Adjusting Your E-Maxx
Lower Shock Mounting Positions
In the out-of-the-box configuration, the shocks are installed in
position (A) on the shock tower and position (2) on the lower
suspension arm. This setting allows for moderate suspension
travel and ride height. The more vertical position of the shocks
allows for lower shock progression and the soft, plush feel that’s
characteristic of a Traxxas Maxx Truck.
The outer pair of holes on the lower suspension arm should be
used to lower the ride height of the E-Maxx, and increase the
spring force (at the wheel). This setting will improve high-speed
cornering on smoother terrain by lowering the center of gravity
and providing a firmer suspension feel. Body roll, brake dive, and
squat will be reduced.
Spring rate
(at the wheel) increases as the lower shock mounting
position is moved from position (1) to position (4). This is
equivalent to using stiffer springs. Use higher spring rate settings
for flatter terrain with smaller and fewer bumps, and lower spring
rate settings for bigger bumps.
Ride height
decreases as the lower shock mounting position is
moved from position (1) to position (4). Each pair of lower shock
mounting holes (1,2 and 3,4) has equal ride height. Use lower ride
height for high-speed cornering and flat terrain, and when racing
on relatively smooth tracks. Increase the ride height for rougher
terrain and tracks.
Upper Shock Mounting Positions
The upper shock mounting positions will have suspension effects
opposite from the lower shock mounting positions.
Spring rate
(at the wheel), increases as the upper shock
mounting position is moved from position (A) to position (B).
Ride height
is not affected by changes in the upper shock
mounting position.
Use the chart below to see the effect of the various shock
mounting positions. The horizontal length of the lines indicates
the amount of suspension travel. The angle or slope of the lines
indicates the spring rate (at the wheel).
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For easier access to
the rear-most shock
mounting screw,
remove the one end of the
rear turnbuckle. In the front,
remove the suspension pin
from the lower front
suspension arm to gain
easier access to the lower
shock mounting screws.
2.5
2
1.5
1
0.5
0
0
10
20
30
40
60
70
80
90
100
50
Wheel Force (lb)
Wheel Travel (mm)
Wheel Force vs. Wheel Travel
Lower Mount 1, Upper Mount 0
Lower Mount 2, Upper Mount 0
Lower Mount 1, Upper Mount A
Lower Mount 2, Upper Mount A
Lower Mount 3, Upper Mount A
Lower Mount 4, Upper Mount A
Lower Mount 1, Upper Mount B
Lower Mount 2, Upper Mount B
Lower Mount 3, Upper Mount B
Lower Mount 4, Upper Mount B
Less Firm
More Firm
Lower Mount 4
Lower Mount 3
Lower Mount 2
Lower Mount 1