Team Associated AS30123 Hoonitruck RC Cars Instruction Manual
- October 30, 2023
- TEAM ASSOCIATED
Table of Contents
- Team Associated AS30123 Hoonitruck RC Cars
- Product Introduction
- Product Usage Instructions
- Introduction
- Vehicle Features
- Additional
- Other Helpful Items
- Hardware – 1:1 Scale View
- Quick Start Guide
- Shocks Build
- Gear Diff Build
- Front / Rear Suspension Build
- Chassis Build
- Electronics Build
- Tires and Body Build
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Team Associated AS30123 Hoonitruck RC Cars
Product Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Team Associated product. This assembly manual contains instructions and tips for building and maintaining your new RTR. Please take a moment to read through this manual to help familiarize yourself with these steps. We are continually changing and improving our designs; therefore, actual parts may appear slightly different than in the illustrations. New parts will be noted on supplementary sheets.
Vehicle Features
Your new RTR comes factory assembled including radio gear, motor, and ESC. However, there are some items you will need to complete your kit (refer to website for suggestions).
Hardware – 1:1 Scale View
The hardware section provides a list of screws and other items that may be required during assembly. Each part has a number assigned to it for ordering replacement parts. There is a 1:1 hardware foldout page in the front of the manual. To check the size of a part, line up your hardware with the correct drawing until you find the exact size.
Notes
The notes section provides additional information regarding symbols used throughout the manual and important tips for assembling and maintaining your RTR.
Quick Start Guide
The quick start guide provides steps for charging your RTR’s battery safely and correctly. It is recommended that you remove thebattery from the vehicle before charging, place it on a fire-resistant surface, avoid contact with water or other liquids, and select the correct charging mode for the type of battery you are charging.
Product Usage Instructions
- Refer to the hardware section and ensure you have all the required screws and other items for assembly.
- Review the table of contents to familiarize yourself with the manual’s contents.
- Follow the instructions provided in the manual to build and maintain your RTR.
- When charging the battery, remove it from the vehicle, place it on a fire-resistant surface, avoid contact with water or otherliquids, and select the correct charging mode for the type of battery you are using.
For any further queries or assistance, please contact Associated Electrics, Inc. customer service at Tel: 949.544.7500 or Fax: 949.544.7501.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Team Associated product. This assembly manual contains instructions and tips for building and maintaining your new RTR. Please take a moment to read through this manual to help familiarize yourself with these steps. We are continually changing and improving our designs; therefore, actual parts may appear slightly different than in the illustrations. New parts will be noted on supplementary sheets.
Vehicle Features
- A-arm front and rear independent suspension
- Steel dog bones and drive axles
- Threaded shock bodies
- Oil filled shocks
- Sealed front and rear gear differentials
- Steel ring and pinion gears
- Adjustable hook and loop battery straps
- Full metal ball bearings
- 550 sized brushed motor
- Programmable ESC [with aftermarket program card]
- Injection molded brake calipers and rotors
- Sealed center driveline
- Aluminum motor plate
- Adjustable shock mounting locations
- Bolt on steering plates
- Bleeder screws included on shock caps
- Molded one -piece tie rods and steering links
- Sealed receiver box
- Adjustable body post height locations
- Steel 25T servo horn
- Active rear toe suspension design
- G10 shock towers
- G10 main chassis
- ‘Shorty’ battery box
- POM filled injection molded pivot balls
Additional
Your new RTR comes factory assembled including radio gear, motor, and ESC.
However, there are some items you will need to complete your kit (refer to
website for suggestions):
- AA-size batteries for transmitter (#302 x4)
- 2/3S LiPo battery pack w/High Current T Plug (shorty packs only).
- Peak Detection Charger or LiPo Compatible Charger
Other Helpful Items
- Silicone Shock Fluid (Refer to website for complete listings)
- Green Slime shock lube (AE # 1105)
- Thread Locking Compound (AE # 1596)
- 7 Piece Hex Driver Set (AE # 1650)
- Calipers or a Precision Ruler
- Silicone Diff Fluid (Refer to website for complete listings)
- Cyanoacrylate glue (AE # 1597)
- Body Scissors (AE # 1737)
- FT Nut Drivers (AE #1519)
- Reamer / Hole Punch
- Hobby Knife
- Wire Cutters
- Soldering Iron
- Needle Nose Pliers
Hardware – 1:1 Scale View
Flat Head Screws (fhcs)
Button Head Screws (bhcs)
LP Socket Head Screws (lp shcs)
Socket Head Screws (shcs)
Set Screws
Pivot Balls
Locknuts
Bearings
Shims and Washers
Misc. Screws
Notes
This symbol indicates a special note or instruction in the manual.
This symbol indicates a Racers Tip.
There is a 1:1 hardware foldout page in the front of the manual. To check the
size of a part, line up your hardare with the correct drawing until you find
the exact size. Each part in the foldout has a number assigned to it for
ordering replacement parts.
Quick Start Guide
Battery Charging Steps and Safety:
- Remove the battery from the vehicle before charging.
- Place battery on a fire resistant surface.
- Avoid any contact with water or other liquids.
- Be sure to select the correct charging mode for the type of battery you are charging.
- ALWAYS use a compatible charger for charging your batteries.
- Caution: Never leave the battery unattended while charging. Always disconnect the charger from the power source when finished charging.
- Caution: Always disconnect the battery when you are finished driving the vehicle.
Battery Installation:
- Install the battery with the battery wires directed towards the front of the vehicle.
- Secure the hook and loop strap near the rear shock tower.
- Secure the hook and loop strap near the front shock tower.
You may move the foam pad to either the front or the rear of the battery
compartment to adjust the weight balance of the vehicle.
Battery Notes and Tip:
Connect the battery as shown.
Disconnect the battery when not in use!
LiPo: LiPo batteries (lithium polymer) are high current rechargeable
batteries. LiPo batteries offer extended run time and peak performance over
NiMH batteries. They require a peak detection charger designed specifically
for LiPo batteries. These batteries require special care and handling.
LiPo batteries are recommended for advanced users only!
ALWAYS charge a LiPo battery in LiPo mode.
If using a 3S LiPo battery, use a smaller pinion gear as a starting point (use
part #1335 17T Pinion). This provides the correct gear ratio required for the
more powerful 3S LiPo battery. Gearing will depend on the surface you are
running on, and the size of the track/area that you are driving in.
Radio System Tuning and Controls:
RULE: Transmitter on First/Vehicle on Second, Vehicle off First/
Transmitter off Last!
- Slide the battery cover to remove cover.
- Install alkaline or rechargeable AA size batteries into the battery holder.
- Slide the battery cover back into place making sure it is completely closed and secure.
- Turn the power ON. If the power indicator LED fails to light, check the batteries for insufficient contact or incorrect polarity.
Radio System Tuning and Controls:
DO NOT hold the trigger when turning on the radio.
If using optional battery for transmitter, be sure to plug it in correctly.
Plugging in a battery backwards can cause damage.
Refer to Radio owners manual for more in-depth instructions on radio operation
and functions.
Install body and body clips. Ready to go!
Shocks Build
Shock Bleeding Steps:
- Pull shock shaft down.
- Fill shock body 3/4 full with silicone fluid.
- Slowly move the shock shaft up and down to remove air from under piston.
- Wait for bubbles to come to surface.
- Fill shock body to top with silicone fluid.
- Place a drop of oil in the cap and on cap threads.
- Install cap and tighten completely.
- Slowly compress shaft all the way to the top. If there is pressure at the top of the stroke, there is too much oil or air. You must bleed it out.
- Slowly pull shaft out.
- Unscrew the cap 3/4 turn and tilt the shock at a slight angle.
- Slowly compress the shaft to push out excess oil and air. You should see bubbles coming out from under the cap.
- With the shaft compressed, tighten the cap and re-check for pressure at the top of the stroke. If there is still pressure, repeat steps 9 thru11.
Gear Diff Build
Front / Rear Suspension Build
Chassis Build
Electronics Build
Tires and Body Build
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Associated Eledrics, Inc.
21062 Boice Parkway Lalce Forest, CA 92630 USA
- call: (949) 544-1500
- fax: (949) 544-1501
Cheek out the following web sites for all of our kits, current products, new
releases, setup help, tips, and racing info!
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