Associated Electrics HOONIGAN APEX2 HOONITRUCK User manual

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:: Introduction
:: Vehicle Features
:: Additional
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.
:: Other Helpful Items
• 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
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) • Peak Detection Charger or LiPo Compatible Charger
• 2/3S LiPo battery pack w/High Current T Plug (shorty packs only).
• Silicone Shock Fluid (Refer to website for complete listings) • Silicone Diff Fluid (Refer to website for complete listings)
• Green Slime shock lube (AE # 1105) • Cyanoacrylate glue (AE # 1597) • Hobby Knife
• Thread Locking Compound (AE # 1596) • Body Scissors (AE # 1737) • Wire Cutters
• 7 Piece Hex Driver Set (AE # 1650) • FT Nut Drivers (AE #1519) • Soldering Iron
• Calipers or a Precision Ruler • Reamer / Hole Punch • Needle Nose Pliers
Associated Electrics, Inc.
21062 Bake Parkway.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
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Customer Service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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:: Hardware - 1:1 Scale View
Flat Head Screws (fhcs) Socket Head Screws (shcs) Shims and Washers
Misc. Screws
Button Head Screws (bhcs)
LP Socket Head Screws (lp shcs)
Locknuts
Pivot Balls
Set Screws
Bearings
4x8x3mm (91568)
5x10x4mm (91560)
7x14x3.5mm (91474)
10x15x4mm (91563)
2.5x10mm (31350)
2.5x14mm (41077)
3x6mm (31541)
3x8mm (25201)
3x10mm (25202)
3x12mm (25203)
3x14mm (89208)
2x3mm (31509)
2.6x10mm, Self Tapping (41088)
3x4mm (91158)
3x5mm (31530)
3x6mm (31531)
3x8mm (31532)
3x10mm (25211)
3x12mm (89202)
3x14mm (25187)
3x16mm (89203)
3x18mm (2308)
3x20mm (25188)
3x22mm (25189)
3x24mm (89204)
3x26mm (89205)
3x28mm (41078)
Pivot Ball, Short (42041)
Pivot Ball, Long, Upper Shock (42041)
3x3mm (25225)
3x16mm (4689)
4x16mm (4677)
M3 Locknuts (25215)
Aluminum (31550)
M4 Locknut W/Flange (25391)
2x5mm (31511)
2x8mm (7187)
2.5x6mm (41079)
2.5x10mm (41087)
2.5x14mm (71032)
2.5x16mm (41086)
3x6mm (41089)
Shoulder Screw 3x4x10mm (42070)
Screw Pin (42022)
Pin 2x11mm (42019)
3x6mm (41089)
3x10mm (41090)
3x16mm (41092)
3x20mm (41091)
3x7mmx1mm (42260)
3x7mmx2mm (42260)
3x7x3mm (42260)
3x7x5mm (42260)
3x7x7mm (42260)
Drive Gear Shim (42027)

:: Table of Contents
:: Notes
1................... Cover
2................... Introduction
3...................1:1 Hardware “Fold Out”
4................... Table of Contents
5 - 7..............Quick Start Guide
8....................Shock Build
9....................Gear Differential Build
9 - 12...........Front / Rear Suspension Build
12 - 13........Chasssis Build
14 - 16........Electronics Build
16 - 19.........Tires and Body Build
20 - 21........Hoonigan
22................Back Cover
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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.
This symbol indicates a special
note or instruction in the manual.
This symbol indicates a Racers Tip.
!
Associated Electrics, Inc.
21062 Bake Parkway.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
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Customer Service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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:: Quick Start Guide
:: Quick Start Guide - (cont.)
:: Quick Start Guide - (cont.)
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:
1. Install the battery with the battery wires directed
towards the front of the vehicle.
2. Secure the hook and loop strap near the rear shock
t o w e r.
3. Secure the hook and loop strap near the front shock
t o w e r.
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.
Peak Detection
Quick Charger
2 3
1

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:: Quick Start Guide - (cont.)
:: Quick Start Guide - (cont.)
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!
1) Slide the battery cover to remove cover.
2) Install alkaline or rechargeable AA size
batteries into the battery holder.
3) Slide the battery cover back into place making
sure it is completely closed and secure.
4) Turn the power ON. If the power indicator LED
fails to light, check the batteries for insufficient
contact or incorrect polarity.
On/Off Switch

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:: Quick Start Guide - (cont.)
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.
Throttle set to Neutral!
:: Quick Start Guide - (cont.)
Adjust steering
trim so front
wheels point
straight.
Adjust steering
trim so front
Neutral
Push trigger
for Brake
Pull trigger
for Throttle
Install body and body clips.
Ready to go!
Install antenna wire
through antenna tube,
then install antenna
tube as shown.
trim so front
wheels point
straight.

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Build 4
:: Shocks Build - Step 2
:: Shocks Build - Step 3
:: Shocks Build - Step 1
Front/Rear
Shock: 30wt
Step 9-10
Stroke:
12mm
Free Length:
60mm
Step 1-3 Step 3-4 Step 5-6 Step 7
Shock Bleeding Steps:
1. Pull shock shaft down.
2. Fill shock body 3/4 full with silicone
fluid.
3. Slowly move the shock shaft up and
down to remove air from under piston.
4. Wait for bubbles to come to surface.
5. Fill shock body to top with silicone fluid.
6. Place a drop of oil in the cap and on
cap threads.
7. Install cap and tighten completely.
8. 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.
9. Slowly pull shaft out.
10. Unscrew the cap 3/4 turn and tilt the
shock at a slight angle.
11. Slowly compress the shaft to push
out excess oil and air. You should see
bubbles coming out from under the
cap.
12. 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.
Shock fluid
#5422
Shock fluid
#5422
31864
Shock Cap
(Molded)
Shock Cap
down to remove air from under piston.
Wait for bubbles to come to surface.
Fill shock body to top with silicone fluid.
Free
Length
Stroke
x2
6299
E-Clips
31865
O-Ring
Spacer
42041
Shock
Bushing,
Long
42041
Shock
Bushing,
Short
21557
Shock
Spring
5407
Red
O-Ring
31874
Shock Shaft
31865
Shock
Piston
31865
O-Ring
31866
Shock
Body
31864
Shock
Bottom
Cap
x2
31864
Spring Cup
31864
Spring
Collar

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:: Gear Diff Build - Step 1
:: Front / Rear Suspension Build - Step 3
:: Gear Diff Build - Step 2
Build 2
91563
10 x 15 x 4
Ball Bearing
31887
10 x 15 x 4
Ball Bearing
92133
Diff O-Ring
91560
5 x 10 x 4
Ball Bearing
31887
Input Pinion
Gear
31885
Pinion Shaft,
Front
31350
2.5x10mm
FHCS
92132
Planet Gear
Shim
92132
Planet Gear
92133
Diff
Gasket
92132
Sun Gear
31872
Diff Pin
2x9mm
x2
x2
x2
x4
x4
x4
31860
Gear Diff
Cross Pin
31859
Diff Case
92143
Diff
Shim
31884
Gear Diff
Outdrive
31870
E-Clip
6299
E-Clip
Diff fluid
5,000 cst
Save for Front
Gearbox

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:: Front / Rear Suspension Build - Step 4
:: Front / Rear Suspension Build - Step 5
:: Front / Rear Suspension Build - Step 6
Build 1 Front
and 1 Rear
!
91563
10 x 15 x 4
Ball Bearing
91560
5 x 10 x 4
Ball Bearing
25211
3 x 10mm
BHCS
31522
2.5 x 10mm
BHCS
42019
Wheel Pin,
M2x11
31882
Stub Axle
25202
3 x 10mm
FHCS
31850
Arm Mount,
Lower
31850
Gear Box,
Bottom
42041
Pivot Ball
31886
Hinge Pin,
Lower
31854
Suspension
Arm, Lower
31850
Gearbox
Top
x4
x2
x4
x2
x2
x2 x2
31852
Steering
Block
31853
Wheel
Hex
31852
Steering
Arm
6299
E-Clip
31870
E-Clip
31885
Pinion Shaft,
Rear
91560
5 x 10 x 4
Ball Bearing
x2
31887
Input Pinion
Gear
Save for Rear
Gearbox
Build 2
Build 4
Build 2 - 1 Front, 1 Rear