Associated Electrics Nomad-DB8 User manual

#80941 NOMAD-DB8 Desert Racing Buggy RTR

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:: Introduction
:: Nomad DB8 Platform Features
:: Other Helpful Items
Associated Electrics, Inc.
26021 Commercentre Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
http://www.TeamAssociated.com · http://www.RC10.com · http://twitter.com/Team_Associated · http://bit.ly/AEonFacebook
Customer Service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Thank you for purchasing this Team Associated product. This manual contains instructions and tips for starting, building,
and maintaining your new vehicle. Please take a moment to read through it an 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.
The Nomad-DB8 is a tough, powerful, all terrain dominating Desert Buggy. Based on the race proven RC8 platform, the
Nomad-DB8 features a screen printed body attached to a roll cage, detailed driver figure and interior, 17mm hex wheels and
high grip General Grabber truck tires.
If you’re looking for a caged vehicle with big performance that will handle everything you throw at it, look no further. Rip up any
terrain with Team Associated’s Nomad-DB8.
• The Nomad-DB8 transfers all the power to the ground with its strong, efficient, metal gear, 4WD powertrain featuring
adjustable fluid differentials front, center and rear, and General grabber tires to put the power to the ground
• The Nomad-DB8 suspension absorbs all of the imperfections of the dirt with oil-filled shocks for smooth and consistent
dampening.
• The durable suspension has been tuned and proven with the RC8 line of vehicles
• Team Associated’s XP and Reedy electronics installed in the NOMAD-DB8 are completely modular, allowing easy access to the
receiver, steering servo, and the new 4s Reedy electronic speed control with reverse.
• Screen printed body mounted to a roll cage, with a detailed driver and co-pilot.
Your Nomad DB8 RTR requires the following items to complete your kit:
• Transmitter batteries AA (#302 recommended)
• 4S 14.8v LiPo battery pack with T-plug connector (AE #756, 757)
• Battery charger (peak detection charger recommended) (AE #27201, or 27200)
• Silicone Shock Fluid / Differential Fluid (Refer to catalog for complete listings) • Shock Shaft Pliers (AE #1675)
• Needle nose pliers • Hobby knife • Reamer/hole punch
• Ride Height Gauge (AE #1449) • FT Threadlock (AE #1596) • Soldering Iron
• Body Scissors (AE #1737) • Wire cutters • FT WHeel Nut Wrench (AE #1571)
• FT Turnbuckle Wrench (AE #89240) • Calipers or a Precision Ruler • Green Slime (AE #1105)
• FT Nut Drivers (AE #1507) • FT Hex Driver (AE #1500, 1501, 1503)
:: Additional Items Needed

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3x8mm (25201)
3x10mm (25202)
3x12mm (25203)
3x14mm (89208)
3x16mm (89224)
3x18mm (89209)
3x20mm (89210)
3x22mm (89455)
3x26mm (89211)
4x6mm (89213)
4x12mm (89214)
4x14mm (89217)
steering bearing
(89161)
5x10mm (25237)
6x10mm (31404)
8x16mm (25236)
15x21mm (89162)
2.5x8mm (89222)
3x8mm (89223)
3x10mm (25620)
3x12mm (89454)
3x16mm (89224)
3x18mm (25191)
3x20mm (25192)
3x22mm (89474)
3x24mm (89225)
3x26mm (89226)
3x28mm (89227)
3x40mm (89228)
3x45mm (89279)
3x50mm (89452)
2.5x3mm (89201)
2.5x6mm (31520)
3x6mm (31531)
3x8mm (31532)
3x10mm (25211)
3x12mm (89202)
3x14mm (25187)
3x16mm (89203)
3x18mm (2308)
3x20mm (25188)
3x24mm (89204)
3x26mm (89205)
3x35mm (89453)
4x10mm (89206)
4x12mm (89207)
:: Hardware - 1:1 Scale View
Cap Head (shcs)Flat Head (fhcs)
Ball Bearings
Button Head (bhcs)
3x3mm (25225)
3x5mm (89219)
3x10mm (4671)
4x5mm (25226)
4x12mm (89220)
5x4mm (89221)
Set Screws
Ballstud Washer (9630)
3x5.6mm Steel Washer
(89528)
2.5mm Washer (89278)
3x8mm Thin Washer
(89218)
Diff Washer (89120)
Diff Shim (89117)
Shims and Washers

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18-21..........Front Suspension Assembly
22-23.........Rear Gearbox Assembly
23-25.........Rear Suspension Assembly
25-26.........Center Bulkhead Assembly
27-28.........Shocks Install
28-33.........Radio Tray Assembly
33-37.........Roll Cage Assembly
38-39.........Wheel, Tires, Body Assembly
40-42.........TechTips
43-53.........Catalog
53................Contact Info
54................Back Cover
:: Table of Contents
1....................Cover
2....................Introduction
3....................1:1 Hardware “Fold Out
4....................Table of Contents
5-7................Quick Start Guide
8-9...............Front and Rear Diff Assembly
10-11..........Center Diff Assembly
11-12..........Steering, Servo, and Rear
Camber Links Assembly
12-14..........Shocks Assembly
14.................Chassis Assembly
14-16..........Steering Assembly
16-17..........Front Geaerbox Assembly
This symbol indicates a special
note or instruction in the manual.
Scanning this QR code will take
you to Team Associated’s Tech Tips
videos. These videos will help you
with your build and setup!
This symbol indicates a Racers Tip.
Associated Electrics, Inc.
26021 Commercentre Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
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Customer Service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
!
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.
:: Notes

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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. Install the three hook and loop straps until
snug on the battery.
Peak Detection
Quick Charger
1
2
1/17

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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.
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.)
Install body and body clips.
Ready to go!
Adjust steering
trim so front wheels
point straight. Install antenna wire
through antenna tube,
then install antenna
tube as shown.
trim so front wheels
Neutral
Push for
Brake
Pull for Throttle

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:: Front/Rear Differential Assembly
:: Front/Rear Differential Assembly (cont.)
:: Front/Rear Differential Assembly (cont.)
89120
Spider
gear
assembly
89120
Diff
outdrive
pin
89120
Sun gear
25236
8x16mm
bearing
89496
Diff outdrive,
16mm
89121
Diff
O-Ring
89115
Diff
housing
Align pin with
groove in sun gear
!
#6588
black grease
89120
Diff
washer
89121
Diff
O-Ring
#6588
black grease
x2

:: Front/Rear Differential Assembly (cont.)
:: Front/Rear Differential Assembly (cont.)
:: Front/Rear Differential Assembly (cont.)
89120
Diff
outdrive
pin
89116
Diff
gasket
89113
Diff ring
gear
89121
Diff
O-Ring
Align pin with
groove in sun gear
!
#6588
black grease
89120
Sun gear
89120
Diff
washer
89208
3x14mm
fhcs
x4
Tighten screws
evenly and firmly.
Fill with diff fluid to
top of gears.
!
!
Build
front and
rear diffs!
!
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x2
Sun gear
black grease
25236
8x16mm
bearing
89496
Diff outdrive,
16mm
89121
Diff
O-Ring
#6588
black grease
#6588
black grease
Diff fluid
5,000cst
#5453

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:: Center Differential Assembly
:: Center Differential Assembly (cont.)
:: Center Differential Assembly (cont.)
89120
Spider
gear
assembly
25236
8x16mm
bearing
89496
Diff outdrive,
16mm
89121
Diff
O-Ring
89115
Diff
housing
#6588
black grease
89120
Diff
washer
89121
Diff
O-Ring
#6588
black grease
x2
89120
Diff
outdrive
pin
89120
Sun gear
Align pin with
groove in sun gear
!
89519
Plastic
spur gear
(46T)
25236
8x16mm
bearing
89496
Diff outdrive,
16mm
89121
Diff
O-Ring
#6588
black grease