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DRIVING YOUR MODEL

Not all batteries can be used in wet environments. Consult your

battery manufacturer to see if their batteries can be used in

wet conditions.

The Traxxas TQ transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to

wet conditions such as rain.

Do NOT operate your model during a rain storm or other inclement

weather where lightning may be present.

Do NOT allow your model to come in contact with salt water (ocean

water), brackish water (between fresh water and ocean water), or

other contaminated water. Salt water is highly conductive and highly

corrosive. Use caution if you plan to run your model on or near a beach.

Even casual water contact can reduce the life of your motor. Special

care must be taken to modify your gearing and/or your driving style

in wet conditions to extend the life of the motor (details below).

Before Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions

Consult the section “After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions”

before proceeding. Make sure you understand the additional

maintenance required with wet running.

The wheels have small holes molded in to allow air to enter and exit

the tire during 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 (4mm or 3/16” diameter) in each tire. Each hole should be near

the tire centerline, 180 degrees apart.

Conﬁrm that the receiver box O-ring and cover are installed correctly

and secure. Make sure the screws are tight and the blue O-ring is not

visible protruding from the edge of the cover.

Conﬁrm that your batteries can be used in wet conditions.

Use lower gearing (smaller pinion gears) when running in mud, deep

puddles, snow, or other similar situations that will restrict the tires

and put much higher loads on the motor.

Motor Precautions

Motor life can be greatly reduced in mud and water. If the motor

get excessively wet or submerged, use very light throttle (run the

motor slowly) until the excess water can run out. Applying full

throttle to a motor full of water can cause rapid motor failure. Your

driving habits will determine motor life with a wet motor. Do not

submerge the motor under water.

Do not gear the motor by temperature when running in wet

conditions. The motor will be cooled by water contact and will not

give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing.

After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions

1. Drain the tires by spinning the tires at full throttle to “sling” the water

out. An easy way to do this is to remove the body and set the truck

upside down on a ﬂat surface. Apply full throttle so the tires spin and

throw the excess water out of the holes you cut into the tires.

2. Remove the battery.

3. Rinse excess dirt and mud off the truck with low-pressure water, such

as from a garden hose. Do NOT use a pressure washer or other high-

pressure water. Avoid directing water into the bearings, transmission,

differentials, etc.

4. Blow off the truck with compressed air (optional, but recommended).

Wear safety glasses when using compressed air.

5. Remove the wheels from the truck.

6. Spray all the bearings, drivetrain, and fasteners with WD-40

or similar

water displacing light oil.

7. Let the truck stand or you may blow off with compressed air. Placing

the truck in a warm sunny spot will aid drying. Trapped water and oil

will continue to drip from the truck for a few hours. Place it on a towel

or piece of cardboard to protect the surface underneath.

8. As a precautionary step, remove the sealed receiver box cover. While

unlikely, humidity or tiny amounts of moisture or condensation may

enter the receiver box during wet running. This can cause long-term

problems with the sensitive electronics in the receiver. Removing

the receiver box cover during storage allows the air inside to dry. This

step can improve the long-term reliability of the receiver. It is not

necessary to remove the receiver or unplug any of the wires.

9. Additional Maintenance: Increase your frequency of disassembly,

inspection and lubrication of the following items: This is necessary

after extended wet use or if the vehicle will not be used for an

extended period of time (such as a week or longer). This additional

maintenance is needed to prevent any trapped moisture from

corroding internal steel components.

• Stub axle housing bearings: Remove, clean, and re-oil the bearings.

• Front and rear differential: Remove, disassemble, clean, and re-

grease the differentials. Refer to your exploded view diagrams for

help with disassembly and reassembly.

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