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  • Page 1 MODEL 6808 owner s manual ’...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Even if you are an experienced R/C enthusiast, it’s important to MAINTAINING read and follow the procedures in this manual. YOUR MODEL Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day ADVANCED TUNING to assure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction ADJUSTMENTS possible.

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement Traxxas.com identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online E-mail: support@Traxxas.com at BuyTraxxas.com. You can save time, along with shipping...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate your model Recycling Your Traxxas Power Cell NiMH Battery sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and those...

  • Page 5: Tools, Supplies And Required Equipment

    Required Equipment (sold separately) 7-cell NiMH battery pack with 4 AA alkaline NiMH battery charger* Traxxas High-Current Connector* batteries *Battery and charger style are subject to change and may vary from images. SLASH 4x4 • 5...
  • Page 6 Suspension Arm Spur Gear Caster Block Battery Hold-Down (C-Hub) Front Body Battery Turnbuckle Mount Front (Rear Camber Link) Shock Tower Traxxas High-Current Connector Chassis Front Bumper Rear Drive Shaft Body Mount Rear Bumper Shock (Oil Damper) Motor Receiver Box Rear Shock Tower...

  • Page 7: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1.
  • Page 8 It happens for a very short period as the signals from the electronic speed control and the motor Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter Applying the Decals synch with each other. The VXL-3s electronic speed control is with Traxxas Link ™...
  • Page 9 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM handling, high capacity, and can last up to 1000 charging cycles. Trim - The fine-tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the Good charging procedures are required to reduce the possibility servos, made by adjusting the throttle and steering trim knobs To prevent loss of radio range of developing a “memory”...

  • Page 10: Velineon Brushless

    TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM Your model is equipped with the newest Traxxas 2.4 GHz ESC/Motor Wiring Diagram transmitter with Traxxas Link. ™ The transmitter has two channels Traxxas High-Current for controlling your throttle and steering. The receiver inside the...

  • Page 11: Installing Transmitter Batteries

    TQ 2.4GHz RADIO AND VELINEON POWER SYSTEM INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Your TQ transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery compartment Use the included charger to charge the included battery pack. The Use the Right Batteries is located in the base of the transmitter. battery pack should be removed from the vehicle before charging.
  • Page 12 Molex connector. the battery hold-down over The Traxxas connector’s gold-plated terminals with a large contact the post. Secure the battery surfaces ensure positive current flow with the least amount of hold-down with body clip in resistance.
  • Page 13 TQ 2.4GHz RADIO AND VELINEON POWER SYSTEM TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another, the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds Remember, always turn the of turning on the transmitter.
  • Page 14 TQ 2.4GHz RADIO AND VELINEON POWER SYSTEM USING THE TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM Range-Testing the Radio System The TQ 2.4GHz Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The Using Reverse: While driving, Before each running session with your model, you should range-test adjustment should be checked before running the model, in case of push the throttle trigger your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
  • Page 15 TQ 2.4GHz RADIO AND VELINEON POWER SYSTEM 2. Press and hold the receiver’s LINK button as you switch on the becomes. Decreased steering sensitivity may be helpful when driving speed control by pressing the EZ-Set button. on low-traction surfaces, when driving at high speed, or on tracks To prevent loss of radio that favor sweeping turns where gentle steering inputs are required.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    Battery connector: To operate the speed control and test programming, place batteries). If the LED is solid green, then Low-Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED. Traxxas High-Current Once Green the vehicle on a stable block or stand so that all of the driven...
  • Page 17 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL VXL-3s Profile Selection 3. When the LED blinks red three The speed control is factory set to Profile #1 (100% forward, brakes, and times, release the EZ-Set button. Patent-Pending Training reverse). To disable reverse (Profile #2) or to allow 50% forward and 50% 4.

  • Page 18: Driving Your Model

    • The Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to wet can be charged, it’s impossible to give exact run times for the model.
  • Page 19 6. Spray all the bearings, drivetrain, and fasteners with WD-40 ® or similar water 4. Apply small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the displacing light oil. wire clamp. 7. Let the truck stand or you may blow it off with compressed air. Placing the truck 5.

  • Page 20: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    Rear toe-in can be adjusted settings. The more progressive using accessory rear axle carriers, Traxxas Part #1952X. suspension settings help These can add or remove 1.5° reduce body roll (increased roll toe per side, for a total of 1 to stiffness), dive during braking, 4 degrees per side.
  • Page 21 (Learn more about adjusting the slipper If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1-888-TRAXXAS clutch in the sidebar.) (1-888-872-9927) (U.S.

  • Page 22: Maintaining Your Model

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it require attention. Always 8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is check your wheel nuts and or suspension.
  • Page 23 3. Remove the 3x15 button-head cap screw from the steering link under the chassis. gear, 3mm set screws can be 4. Pull the front suspension assembly away from the chassis. installed into these holes to limit dirt entry. Use Traxxas Removing the rear suspension module Rear Suspension Part #2743 (sold separately).

  • Page 24: Advanced Tuning Adjustments

    ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Gearing Compatibility Chart: CAMBER GAIN • Front Roll Center The chart below shows Front C-hub recommended gear combination To lower the roll center on Slash 4x4 has provisions for adjusting the camber gain geometry of ranges for your model. the front suspension, move the front and rear suspension.
  • Page 25 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS When using higher gear ratios, it is important to monitor the #6808 35+mph 40+mph 40+mph 45+mph 60+mph 60+mph temperatures of the battery and motor. If the battery is extremely Slash 4x4 Velineon 3500 Specs hot (150°F), and/or the motor is too hot to touch (200°F), your Pinion/Spur 19/54 19/54...
  • Page 26 Traxxas part #4091 can aid you in monitoring your motor temperature. Generally, try to Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas offers SAE 10,000W, keep your motor below 200° F. If necessary, 30,000W, and 50,000W viscosity oil (see your parts list). The...
  • Page 27 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS 4. Remove 3x15mm button-head screw from diff tie bar. 3. Remove the 3x20mm button-head screw from the bumper mount and tie bar. 5. Slide tie bar off truck. 4. Slide bumper assembly off of the chassis. 6. Remove two 3x15mm button-head screws from diff cover. Do not remove the two screws that secure the shock tower.

  • Page 28: Tq 2.4Ghz Advanced Tuning Guide

    TRAXXAS LINK trim until it is moved back to its clockwise to its stop will eliminate all brake action). Traxxas Link is an exclusive, patent-pending feature of the TQ 2.4GHz original position saved in memory. Throttle Trim transmitter. Each time the transmitter is bound to a new receiver, it...
  • Page 29 TQ 2.4GHz ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Model Lock 5. Press SET once. The status LED will blink red once repeatedly. The Traxxas Link feature can store up to twenty models (receivers) in its 6. Press MENU once, the LED will blink red twice repeatedly. Failsafe memory.
  • Page 30 3. Press SET. The red LED will blink in single intervals to indicate Steering Dual Rate has been selected. Model Locking Press Unlock Traxxas-Link Press 4. Press MENU twice. The red LED will blink three times repeatedly to One Blink Green One Blink Red Four Blinks Green indicate Steering Percentage has been selected.
  • Page 31 TQ 2.4GHz ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function MENU TREE FORMULAS knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) To select functions and make adjustments to the TQ 2.4GHz transmitter without green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode...
  • Page 32 ’ 1100 Klein Road, Plano Texas 75074 1-888-TRAXXAS 100112 KC1234-R01...

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