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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

COVERS MODEL 4510

KC1149    Rev 081210

Summary of Contents for 4510 Nitro Sport

Page 1: ...OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COVERS MODEL 4510 KC1149 Rev 081210 ...

Page 2: ...abuse and or neglect INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Traxxas Nitro Sport This manual contains the instructions you will need to operate and maintain your Nitro Sport Look over the manual and examine the Nitro Sport carefully before running it If for some reason you think the Nitro Sport is not what you wanted then do not continue any further Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept a N...

Page 3: ...ng position that the servos seek when the transmitter controls are at the neutral setting NiCad Abbreviation for nickel cadmium The original rechargeable hobby pack NiCad batteries have very high current handling high capacity and can last up to 1000 charging cycles Good charging procedures are required to reduce the possibility of developing a memory effect and shortened run times NiMH Abbreviati...

Page 4: ...o system was pre adjusted before it left the factory however the adjustment should be checked prior to running the truck 1 Before you ever turn your radio system on you must clear your frequency There are six different channels numbered 1 through 6 Each of the six channels is represented by a color Look at the crystal in the back of the transmitter to determine which of the channels your truck is ...

Page 5: ...e that has not been fully charged may not deliver enough power to crank the engine over at the appropriate rpm to keep the piston from sticking at top dead center TDC A new engine will typically have a tight fit between the piston and the top of the sleeve This is a tapered fit and a tight piston sleeve fit on initial startup is desirable for those who want the best performing engine Make sure you...

Page 6: ...carburetor the engine should quickly start and idle 6 Disconnect the EZ Start controller from the model 7 Proceed with the engine break in 8 Do not rev your engine with no load wheels off the ground BREAKING IN THE ENGINE VERY IMPORTANT Once your engine is running it must be broken in The key to breaking in your engine is patience The break in time will take about 1 to 1 hours During the break in ...

Page 7: ...n make several more high speed runs and retest 7 When the low speed needle is set correctly the engine s throttle response should be very quick Idle Speed Adjustment Once the high and low speed mixtures have been set reduce the idle speed to the minimum reliable idle speed Remember this adjustment should be made while the engine is running at normal operating temperature 1 Turn the throttle trim o...

Page 8: ...unique Nitro Sport feature is the ability to change the gear ratios The final drive ratio of the gearbox is 2 81 to 1 Use the following formula to calculate the overall ratio Nitro Sport comes with a 70 tooth spur gear and a 20 tooth pinion clutch bell gear This combination will provide the best overall acceleration and top speed If you want more acceleration and less top speed then use a smaller ...

Page 9: ... the crystal Connect the red and black cable from the battery holder to the batt terminal on the receiver The red wire is positive and the black wire is negative Place fresh AA batteries in the transmitter and turn the power switch on Slide the throttle and steering trim adjustments to the center position Now install fresh AA batteries into the battery holder and turn the power switch to the on po...

Page 10: ...xxas makes three glow plugs The standard hot plug part 3230 is the stock replacement plug for Pro 15 engines The optional heavy duty part 3231 and super duty part 3232 plugs will last longer in most cases however it is a medium temperature plug so performance may be reduced slightly Do not use plugs with idle bars Carburetor Dirt is the main enemy to your carburetor If you notice a sudden change i...

Page 11: ...ture is too lean Richen the high speed mixture page 7 24 Idle speed set too low Increase idle speed page 7 25 Fuel flow blocked Check that all fuel lines are clear with no pin hole leaks Check for dirt blockage in the carburetor fuel inlet and high speed needle seat Install inline fuel filter 26 Air bubble in the fuel line Prime the engine to force the air through Check for pinhole leaks in the fu...

Page 12: ...the engine from the chassis Turn the engine so that the throttle linkage to the carburetor will come out STEP 9 Changing the piston and sleeve assembly Use a 5 16 inch nut driver to remove the glow plug and copper gasket STEP 10 Use a 2 5mm allen wrench to remove the four 3x12mm cap head screws that fasten the cylinder head Rock the cylinder head gently from side to side to release it from the sle...

Page 13: ...in also Rinse thoroughly with denatured alcohol and lube with after run oil STEP 13 Pull the sleeve straight up and out of the crankcase If the sleeve will not move rotate the crankshaft until the sleeve pushes up STEP 14 Rotate the crankshaft to bottom dead center Lightly grab the connecting rod with a pair of needlenose pliers and gently pull it off of the crankshaft journal STEP 17 Removing the...

Page 14: ...see step 14 STEP 25 To assemble the connecting rod and piston place a drop of castor oil in the top end of the connecting rod Insert the wrist pin through the piston and the top of the connecting rod Secure the wrist pin with the G clip Make sure the G clip fits securely into the groove machined in the piston Be careful not to scratch the sides of the piston STEP 26 Reinstall the crankshaft into t...

Page 15: ...unauthorized alteration or modification or items that are considered consumable Traxxas will not pay for the cost of shipping or transportation of a defective component from you to us Your Hobby Dealer s Role All warranty claims are handled directly by Traxxas Your dealer can assist you in contacting Traxxas and determining which components might be defective but he is under no obligation to provi...

Page 16: ...ng phone number and e mail address that the service department may use to contact you with questions or estimates regarding the repair Include a return shipping address It is surprising how often this is overlooked We must have a physical address in order to return your product It must be a street address We cannot ship to Post Office boxes Ship Items freight prepaid to Traxxas Attn Service Depart...

Page 17: ...rdened steel 6 00 1647 Silicone grease 2 00 Driveline Components 1952X Carriers stub axle blue anodized 6061 T6 aluminum rear 2 24 00 1952 Carriers stub axle rear 2 3 00 4628 Differential output yokes 2 3x5mm countersunk screws 2 3mm set set screws 4 4 00 4628X Differential output yokes hardened steel w U joints 2 19 50 1953 Half shaft pro pack internal splined 6 external splined 6 plastic shafts ...

Page 18: ...on arm rear 1 degree l r 2 00 2797 Mounts suspension arm rear 0 degree l r 2 00 4138 Shock tower rear 4 50 2753X Stub axles rear 2 5 00 2555 Suspension arms rear 2 10 00 1934 Wedges anti squat 1 5 3 0 degree 2 each 3 00 Shocks Aluminum 1965 Piston head set 2 sets of 3 types shock collars 2 spring retainers 2 2 50 1942 Rod ends 16 long 4 short hollow ball connectors 18 ball screws 2 7 00 2742X Rod ...

Page 19: ...wheels assembled glued 2 8 Jato Twin Spoke wheels Alias ribbed tires foam inserts nitro front 2 30 00 5572R Tires wheels assembled glued 2 8 Jato Twin Spoke wheels Alias tires foam inserts nitro rear 2 30 00 3777A Tires wheels assembled glued All Star black chrome wheels Anaconda tires foam inserts nitro front 1 left 1 right 33 00 3776A Tires wheels assembled glued All Star black chrome wheels Ana...

Page 20: ...4147 2675 3x10RST 3760A 3760 3290 3x8WST 3290 3x8WST 2675 3x10RST 2681 3x30RST 4147R Opt 5 0NL 4147 4147R Opt 5 0NL 3760A 3760 REV 080814 Specifications on this page are subject to change without notice Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this drawing however Traxxas cannot be held responsible for typographical or other errors Front Assembly ...

Page 21: ... assembly 2656T 3765A F 2458A R 4457A 1664T 3147 2548 4x12CM REV 080814 S pecific a tions on this page a r e subje c t t o change without noti c e E v e r y a t t empt has been made t o ensu r e the accu r a c y of this d r a win g h o w e v er T r axxas cannot be held r esponsible f or t ypog r aphical or other e r r or s Chassis Assembly ...

Page 22: ...T REV 080814 Specifications on this page are subject to change without notice Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this drawing however Traxxas cannot be held responsible for typographical or other errors Transmission Assembly 2682 3x8RST 2562 2 6x8RM 4578 2682 3x8RST 2649 3x15CST 5280 5116 5116 5116 5116 5116 4579 4581 ...

Page 23: ...7 5116 5x11x4BB 5116 5x11x4BB 5x11x4BB 5116 3762A 3762 1747R opt 4 0NL 3762A 3762 Rear Assembly Specifications on this page are subject to change without notice Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this drawing however Traxxas cannot be held responsible for typographical or other errors REV 080814 ...

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Page 25: ...both time and money over purchasing the parts and rebuilding the engine Plus you will have the peace of mind of a factory fresh completely new not rebuilt engine It s easy and a great deal Make the exchange at your local hobby shop to save shipping and handling charges and get your new engine today See your hobby dealer for details 85 plus 5 s h 110 plus 5 s h TRX 2 5 2 5R Racing Engine Exchange T...

Page 26: ...arately as part 5270 PRICE QTY TOTAL 25 25 25 50 TRX 3 3 Racing Engine Exchange PRICE QTY TOTAL 110 5 s h 115 00 Total 110 5 s h 115 00 Total 110 5 s h 115 00 Total 110 5 s h 115 00 Total q Traxxas Pro 15 TRX 15 q Traxxas TRX 2 5 q Traxxas TRX 2 5R q Traxxas TRX 3 3 q q q q Model 5207R TRX 2 5 2 5R with IPS Shaft and Recoil Pull Starter Model 5204R TRX 2 5 2 5R with IPS Shaft and No Starter Model ...

Page 27: ...in the U S 1 888 TRAXXAS Fax 972 265 8011 E mail support Traxxas com All prices are U S dollars Terms and conditions subject to change Return Procedure The electronic component being returned for repair should be removed from the vehicle and returned to Traxxas along with 1 Full payment in the form of a credit card number Visa MasterCard Discover or American Express or money order including shippi...

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Page 29: ...tal Total Order 5 00 Allow 3 4 weeks from the time this order is mailed for delivery of your parts and merchandise The cost of out of stock items will be refunded Orders are shipped United Parcel Service or Parcel Post International Orders Outside of the continental U S shipping charges are higher Call or fax us for an estimate of the shipping charges For faster service you may authorize Traxxas t...

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Page 31: ...tal Total Order 5 00 Allow 3 4 weeks from the time this order is mailed for delivery of your parts and merchandise The cost of out of stock items will be refunded Orders are shipped United Parcel Service or Parcel Post International Orders Outside of the continental U S shipping charges are higher Call or fax us for an estimate of the shipping charges For faster service you may authorize Traxxas t...

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