TEAM ASSOCIATED 20177 Reflex 14R Hoonitruck On Road RTR Owner’s Manual

: June 12, 2024
: TEAM ASSOCIATED

Table of Contents

Introduction
RC14R RTR Features
Additional
Quick Start Guid
Battery Installation:
References
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TEAM ASSOCIATED 20177 Reflex 14R Hoonitruck On Road RTR Owner’s Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Team Associated product. This assembly manual contains instructions and tips for building and maintaining your new vehicle. Please take a moment to read through the manual and familiarize yourself with the steps.

We are continually changing and improving our designs; therefore, actual parts may appear slightly different than the illustrations.

New parts will be noted on supplementary sheets located in the appropriate parts bags. Check each bag for these sheets before you start to build

RC14R RTR Features

Reflex 14R with licensed 1965 Ford Mustang Hoonigan Hoonicorn and officially licensed American Racing VF503 Wheels
Injection molded brake calipers and rotors with 12mm hex
2.4GHz 2-channel radio system
Reedy brushed speed control and 3-pole brushed motor
High-Torque Digital Servo with spring-style servo saver
Molded front universals and rear dog bones
Sealed front and rear gear differentials
Center spool with 58T spur (70T included) and protective cover
Bushings with Oilite® coating
Molded one-piece tie rods and steering links
Adjustable body post height locations
Molded front and rear shock towers with adjustable shock positions
Fluid damped coilover shock absorbers
Molded tub chassis with covered center driveshaft
Adjustable battery tray
Aluminum center driveshaft
Serrated wheel screw with 2.0mm hex and 5.5mm nut drive
Foam front bumper

Notes

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. Each part in the foldout has a number assigned to it for ordering replacement parts.

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Additional

Your new Reflex 14R RTR comes assembled. The following items are needed for completion

6-cell NiMh or 2 LiPo battery
Suitable battery charger
(4) AA batteries
Tools included:
Multi-wrench

Other Helpful Items

Silicone Shock Fluid
Silicone Diff Fluid
Body Scissors (AE Part # 1737)
Reamer / Hole Punch (#1499)
Shock Pliers (#1681)
FT Hex/Nut Wrenches (AE Part # 1519)
Wire Cutters
Soldering Iron
Green Slime shock lube (AE Part # 1105)
Needle Nose Pliers
Hobby Knife
Calipers or a Precision Ruler
FT Dual Turnbuckle Wrench (#1114)
FT Universal Tire Balancer (#1498)

Hardware – 1:1 Scale View

Cap Head (shcs)

2.5x12mm (8691)

Button Head (bhcs)

2.5x3mm (89201)

2.5x6mm (31520)

3x6mm (31531)

Button Head (bhst)

2.5x12mm (21582)

2.6x6mm (21546)

2.6x8mm (21546)

2.6x10mm (21546)

Pin

1.5×3.8 (21516)

Flat Head (fhcs)

2.5x10mm (21546)

Flat Head (fhst)

2x8mm (21546)

2.6x8mm (21546)

2.6x10mm (21546)

Set Screws

3×2.5mm (31500)

3x3mm (25225)

3x8mm (4670)

Nuts (lock/plain)

M2.5 Locknut (89215, 21546)

Bushings

4x7x2.5mm (21580)

4x8x3mm (21580)

7x11x3mm (21580)

8x12x3.5mm (21580)

Shims and Washers

2.7×6.7×0.5mm (21546)

4x8x0.5mm (21516)

Quick Start Guid

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.

Peak Detection Quick Charge

Battery Installation:

Install the battery with the battery wires directed towards the rear of the vehicle.
Secure the battery strap using two body clips.

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.
Battery Installation

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

Battery Installation

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.
Tuning Controls
Throttle set to Neutral!

Tuning Controls

Install body and body clips. Ready to go!
Tuning Controls
Assembly Instructions

Build 2 (1 front, 1 rear)
Assembly Instructions

Warning Icon Top of set screw head should be flush with ! the top of the chassis
Assembly Instructions

Set The Gear Mesh:

To set the gear mesh, push the teeth of the motor mount cam #21531 into the corresponding tooth pattern of the motor mount insert. Once the teeth are seated, you should be able to rock the spur gear back and forth without making the pinion gear move. Exessive amounts of spur gear movement (loose gear mesh) will cause premature gear failure. If the spur gear mesh is tight, there will be no movement between the spur and pinion gears. A gear mesh that is too tight or too loose will reduce power and damage the gear teeth.
Assembly Instructions

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