Denatured alcohol
(available from
home centers and
paint supply stores) in a
spray bottle is an extremely
effective cleaner. Be sure to
wear safety glasses and
gloves when working with
denatured alcohol. Remove
the radio system and ESC
before cleaning with
denatured alcohol or other
cleaners.
Always wear eye
protection when
using compressed air
or spray cleaners and
lubricants.
Your E-Maxx requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top
running condition. The following procedures should be taken
very seriously.
Inspect the vehicle for obvious damage or wear. Look for:
1.
Cracked, bent, or damaged parts
2.
Check the wheels and steering for binding.
3.
Check the operation of the shock absorbers.
4.
Check the wiring for any frayed wires or loose connections.
5.
Check the tightness of the front pivot balls.
6.
Check the mounting of the receiver and servo and electronic
speed control.
7.
Check the tightness of the wheel nuts with a wrench.
8.
Check the operation of the radio system, especially the
condition of the batteries.
9.
Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure or
suspension.
10.
The steering servo saver will wear out over time. If the
steering becomes loose, the servo saver should be replaced.
11.
Inspect the gears for wear, broken teeth, or debris lodged
between the teeth.
12.
Check the tightness of the slipper clutch.
Other periodic maintenance:
Slipper clutch pegs
(friction
material): The slipper clutch
pegs will wear over time and
require replacement. The life
of the pegs depends on how
the slipper clutch was
adjusted and how the
E-Maxx was used. If the slipper will not tighten or you are
seeing signs of wear on the face of the gear, then the pegs
should be replaced.
Chassis:
Keep the chassis clean of accumulated dirt and
grime. Periodically inspect the chassis for damage
Steering:
Over time, you may notice increased looseness in
the steering system. There are several components which will
wear out from use: the servo saver (Traxxas part#3744), the
bellcrank bushings (Traxxas part #4943), and the tie rod ends
(Traxxas part #2742). Replace these components as needed
to restore factory tolerances. The bellcrank bushings may be
replaced with 5x8mm ball bearings (Traxxas part #2728).
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 of the motor with a drop of light-
weight electric motor oil.
Shocks:
Keep the oil level in the shocks full. Use only 100%
pure silicon shock oil to prolong the life of the seals. If you
are experiencing leakage around the top of the shock,
inspect the bladder in the top cap for signs of damage or
distortion from overtightening. If the bottom of the shock is
leaking, then it is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit
for two shocks is part#2362.
Suspension:
Periodically inspect the truck for signs of
damage such as bent or dirty suspension pins, bent
turnbuckles, loose screws, and any signs of stress or bending.
Replace components as needed.
Driveline:
Inspect the driveline for signs of wear such as
worn drive yokes, dirty axle half shafts, and any unusual
noise or binding. If a U-joint pops apart then it is time to
replace the part. Remove the gear cover and Inspect the
spur gear for wear and check the tightness of grub screws in
the pinion gears. Tighten, clean, or replace components as
needed.
Storage
When you are through running the E-Maxx for the day, blow it
off with compressed air or use a product such as denatured
alcohol to remove dirt and grime from the truck. When using
denatured alcohol, unplug and remove the batteries. Be careful
not to spray it directly on the electronic components or into the
motors. Allow the E-Maxx to dry completely before recon-
necting the batteries.
Denatured alcohol is flammable and
should not be used where a spark may occur (such as in the
motors or battery connectors).
Always disconnect and remove the batteries from the E-maxx
whenever the E-Maxx is stored. If the E-Maxx will be stored for a
long time, then also remove the batteries from the transmitter.
The following section addresses some very basic ESC and radio
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