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BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS

Maximum Alignment Limits (using stock push rod length)

E-Revo’s maximum toe and camber alignment settings can be 
limited by the ride height setting. Do not exceed the maximum 
limits or you could experience interference between suspension 
components. The ride height is controlled by where the push rod is 
installed in the lower suspension arm. First determine which of the 
following configurations you are using:

a. Stock Configuration

 – When the pushrod is in the middle 

position of the lower control arm.

b. Raised Configuration

 - When the pushrod is in the raised 

position to increase the vehicle’s ride height (innermost hole in 
lower control arm).

c. Lowered Configuration

 - When the pushrod is in the lowered  

position to decrease the vehicle’s ride height (outermost hole in  
lower control arm).

d. Long Travel Configuration

 – When the pushrod is in the middle 

position of the lower control arm with the Long Travel rockers 
installed.

Front Suspension

The following are suggested maximum settings for the front 
suspension in order to avoid interference between suspension 
components:

 

Rear Suspension

The following are suggested maximum settings for the rear 
suspension for all configurations. Toe out is not normally used on  
the rear of E-Revo.

TRANSMISSION TUNING

Adjusting the Slipper Clutch

The E-Revo is equipped with 

an adjustable Torque Control 
slipper clutch which is built 
into the large spur gear. The 
purpose of the slipper clutch 
is to regulate the amount of 
power sent to the rear wheels 
to prevent tire spin. When it slips, 
the slipper clutch makes a high-pitch, 
whining noise.  

The slipper clutch is integrated into the main spur gear on the 

transmission. The slipper clutch is adjusted using the spring-loaded 
locknut on the slipper shaft. Use the supplied universal wrench. 
To tighten or loosen the slipper nut, insert the 2.0mm hex wrench 
into the hole in the end of the slipper shaft. This locks the shaft for 
adjustments. Turn the adjustment nut clockwise to tighten (less 
slippage) and counter-clockwise to loosen (more slippage). 

WHEELS AND TIRES

Many types of aftermarket tires and wheels can be adapted for 
use on your model. Most will affect the overall width and the 
suspension geometry of the model. The offsets and dimensions 
designed into the model’s wheels are intentional; therefore, Traxxas 
cannot recommend the use of other non-Traxxas wheels with 
different specifications. The diameter of the wheels is an innovative 
design, and there is a variety of different tires available for you to 
experiment with in addition to the included tires on the model 
(listed in your parts list). Experimentation with different types of 
tires is recommended to see which ones work the best on the 
terrain where the model is run. When selecting tires, consider the 
overall diameter and the rubber compound (hard or soft). If the 
overall diameter of the tire is significantly increased, you will need 
to use a smaller pinion gear to compensate for the larger tire. Soft 
compound tires with many short spikes generally work better 
on hard, dry surfaces. In loose dirt, a tire with large spikes should 
perform better. See your parts list for accessory wheels and tires.

Configuration

Available 

Camber 

(degrees)

Available Toe 

(degrees)

Toe  In Toe  Out

Stock

+3 to -5

3

3

Raised

+3 to -1

1

1

Lowered

+3 to -5

3

3

Long travel

+3 to -1

1

1

Configuration

Available 

Camber 

(degrees)

Available Toe 

(degrees)

Toe  In Toe  Out

All

+3 to -5

3

2

Tighten

Loosen

To achieve a good starting 
point for the slipper clutch, 
tighten the slipper clutch 
adjusting nut clockwise until 
the slipper clutch adjusting 
spring fully collapses (do not 
over tighten), and then turn 
the slipper clutch nut counter-
clockwise ¼ to ½ turn.

Summary of Contents for E Revo Brushless Edition 56087

Page 1: ...MODEL 56087 3 OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...el Traxxas Support Traxxas support is with you every step of the way Refer to the next page to find out how to contact us and what your support options are Quick Start This manual is designed with a Q...

Page 3: ...ill be exciting safe and fun for you and those around you Failure to operate your model in a safe and responsible manner may result in property damage and serious injury The precautions outlined in th...

Page 4: ...r other components Disconnect the Batteries Always disconnect the batteries from the speed control when not in use Transmitter on First Switch on your transmitter first before switching on the speed c...

Page 5: ...on on batteries see Use the Right Batteries on page 11 A peak detecting charger is recommended for best performance and longest battery life See Traxxas com for more information Battery and charger st...

Page 6: ...per Rear Body Mount Hex Hub Rear Suspension Arm Axle Carrier Pivot Ball Toe Link Turnbuckle Receiver Box Light Pipe Skid Plate Steering Servo Steering Servo Front Body Mount Battery Compartment Door B...

Page 7: ...ge 26 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline batteries sold separately Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your model and keep it in excellent running condition 4 Install batter...

Page 8: ...nd servos to be powered by the main battery pack in an electric model This eliminates the need to carry a separate pack of 4 AA batteries to power the radio equipment Brushless Motor A D C brushless m...

Page 9: ...sensors and wiring are not required Servo Small motor unit in your model that operates the steering mechanism Solder Tabs Accessible external contacts on the motor that allows for easy wire replacemen...

Page 10: ...h Wires 121g Connector Type 6 5mm bullet Your model is equipped with the TQi 2 4GHz transmitter with the Traxxas Link Wireless Module The transmitter has two channels for controlling your throttle and...

Page 11: ...ion as indicated in the battery compartment 3 Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed 4 Turn on the transmitter and check the status indicator for a solid green light If the status LED flashes r...

Page 12: ...itioned to the front of the battery compartment against the foam rubber cushion however you can reposition the batteries to change the weight distribution and handling if desired The E Revo includes a...

Page 13: ...mply turn off the transmitter and start over Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS Throttle Neutral Adjustment The throttle neutral adjustment is...

Page 14: ...tance you plan to operate the model 4 Operate the controls on the transmitter once again to be sure that the model responds correctly 5 Do not attempt to operate the model if there is any problem with...

Page 15: ...es with very little traction loose dirt smooth concrete ice snow increase TSM to maximize acceleration and control Drive with TSM on and off to test how it is making your control of the vehicle easier...

Page 16: ...utions to keep in mind Make Sure The Axle Nuts Are Tight Before Each Run Before operating your E Revo Brushless Edition take a moment to make sure the axle nuts are tight as they may have loosened dur...

Page 17: ...re available and the methods with which they can be charged it s impossible to give exact run times for the model Another major factor that affects run time is how the model is driven Run times may de...

Page 18: ...ng normal running Water will enter these holes and get trapped inside the tires if holes are not cut in the tires Cut two small holes 3mm or 1 8 diameter in each tire Each hole should be near the tire...

Page 19: ...th a flat blade screwdriver To prevent corrosion and ensure maximum bearing life lubricate the bearings with a light oil available at your local hobby store Following these steps will extend motor lif...

Page 20: ...d is recommended for advanced users SUSPENSION TUNING Springs The front and rear springs on E Revo have different spring rates The rear springs are about 20 stiffer than the front springs The spring s...

Page 21: ...Shock Oil The 4 oil filled aluminum shocks dampers effectively control the suspension movement by preventing the wheels and tires from continuing to bounce after rebounding from a bump Changing the o...

Page 22: ...of travel Static camber is the camber angle at the wheel when the vehicle is set at its normal stationary ride height The suspension pivot balls located in the axle carriers adjust the static camber...

Page 23: ...ed locknut on the slipper shaft Use the supplied universal wrench To tighten or loosen the slipper nut insert the 2 0mm hex wrench into the hole in the end of the slipper shaft This locks the shaft fo...

Page 24: ...wrench to slide the motor mount Slide the motor and pinion gear into the spur gear Retighten the motor mount screw and then remove the strip of paper You should be able to run a fresh strip of paper t...

Page 25: ...the other side following the same procedure If necessary fine tune the length of the second steering link to eliminate any load on the steering system in the neutral position If you are using afterma...

Page 26: ...mage Motors Every 10 15 runs remove clean and lubricate the motors Use a product such as electric motor cleaning spray to flush dirt out of the motors After cleaning lubricate the bushings at each end...

Page 27: ...icle will tend to add traction to the opposite end For example increasing roll resistance in the rear by installing the upper arms in the lower holes will provide more traction for the front wheels an...

Page 28: ...effect of the various rocker arms on wheel force as the suspension is compressed On the progressive rate wheel force is light at first and increases as the suspension is compressed Bump Steer Elimina...

Page 29: ...ck oil up to the top of the shock body Slowly move the piston up and down always keeping it submerged in oil to release the air bubbles Let the shock sit for a few minutes to allow any remaining air b...

Page 30: ...rews 4 Locate push rods Make sure that all four of the suspension push rods are located and secured into the middle position marked LT on the lower suspension arms 5 Reinstall shock absorbers Reinstal...

Page 31: ...Link The TQi radio system automatically keeps track of what vehicles it has bound to and what settings were used for each up to 30 models total Traxxas Link provides a visual interface to name the mo...

Page 32: ...r more information Flashing medium red 0 25 sec on 0 25 sec off Low Battery Alarm Put new batteries in the transmitter See page 11 for more information Flashing fast red 0 125 sec on 0 125 sec off Lin...

Page 33: ...for left and right travel on the steering channel and throttle brake travel on the throttle channel This allows you to fine tune the servo settings to prevent binding caused by the servo moving steeri...

Page 34: ...deleted You may also bind multiple TQi transmitters to the same model making it possible to pick up any transmitter and any previously bound model in your collection and simply turn them on and drive...

Page 35: ...the TQi transmitter s various settings and functions Press and hold MENU to enter the Menu Tree and use the following commands to navigate through the menu and select options MENU When you enter a men...

Page 36: ...LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x3 Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 Turn steering wheel to desired max left and right travel x8 Press SET to save each position Turn steering wheel to test settin...

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