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The radio system that is provided with the ready-to-run models

is covered by separate warranty on a separate page (included in

your documentation package). The radio system warranty does

not cover water damage.

This model is not intended for use by children without the

supervision of a responsible adult. Every precaution outlined in

this manual should be followed to help ensure safe operation.

Traxxas Corporation shall not be liable for any loss or damages,

whether direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential, aris-

ing from the use, misuse, or abuse of this product and any

accessory or chemical required to operate this product.

Traxxas corporation reserves the right to make changes, modi-

fications, and improvements to this product without notification,

and which may not be reflected in these documents. Upgrades

and improvements are not necessarily retroactive. Traxxas may

not provide improved or updated components free of charge for

models built prior to any change in specification.

• TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

If it has been determined that your model is somehow defective,

return it to Traxxas with a note describing the problem, and a

copy of the purchase receipt or invoice. Remove all batteries.

Remember that the warranty only covers brand new products

which are defective right out of the box. All other service will be

estimated on an individual basis. Be sure to include a return

address and a daytime phone number.

MAIL OR SHIP TO:

TRAXXAS CORPORATION

12150 SHILOH ROAD

DALLAS, TEXAS 75228

The Traxxas Villain IV, in its stock form, will run at speeds of

approximately 15-18 MPH (with the Stinger

™

20 turn motors).

Many different parts and accessories are available from aftermar-

ket manufacturers which can greatly enhance the speed of the

Villain. When all of the add-on accessories are combined with

high performance motors and batteries, speeds can reach, or

even exceed, 30MPH. Traxxas engineers have radar-clocked their

own test Villains in excess of 30MPH.

PROPS: New props are the least expensive and most beneficial

modification you can make to your Villain.

1 Octura X447 (LH) Beryllium copper prop

1 Octura X447 (RH) Beryllium copper prop

2 Octura OCGCSS prop shafts

WATER COOLING: Water cooling is highly recommended for all

levels of Villain modification and is mandatory for all 12-cell appli-

cations. The cooling system consists of aluminum tubing which

picks up water from underneath the boat, circulates it through

coils wrap-ped around the motors, and in some cases, the speed

control, and then exits through the side or rear of the boat. These

systems can remove up to 50% of the heat generated inside high-

performance boats.

The Traxxas water

cooling kit, part

#1575, includes all

the parts necessary

to water cool the

Villain.

MOTORS: Modified

motors are available

in reverse rotation for

perfect compatibility

with the Villain’s counter rotat-

ing props. Using approved modified motors will cause significantly

increased current draw through the boat's electrical components.

As the horsepower of your motors increases, so should the thick-

ness of the wires and the quality and current capacity of the

speed control and batteries.

PERFORMANCE TIPS

SPEED CONTROLS: The ultimate set-up is to use a fully pro-

portional electronic speed control which is designed to handle

the increased voltage and huge current draw. There are many dif-

ferent brands of these speed controls available, along with many

different features such as water cooling, reverse capability, and

thermal shutdown protection. Consult your hobby dealer to find

which suits your needs and budget.

Some final thoughts...Careful assembly is crucial to obtaining

the best results with the high-performance Villains. This means

making sure all the rotating mechanisms operate freely with as

little friction as possible. The left and right drive systems should

be equal to each other. If one side runs faster or is adjusted differ-

ently from the other side, the Villain will exhibit inconsistent per-

formance. Experiment with the trim adjustments on the drive

units to find which angle offers the best overall performance with

your particular motors, and gear ratios. Also, look for ways to

reduce weight and bottom surface drag. When all of these ele-

ments are combined, your Villain will be one of the fastest electric

V-hulls around.

For technical assistance, call 1-888-TRAXXAS or

(800) 323-0069.

For orders & other information, call (972) 613-3300.

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