Associated Electrics TEAM ASSOCIATED Reflex 14MT User manual

4 WHEEL DRIVE

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:: Introduction:: Introduction
:: Reflex 14MT RTR Features:: Reflex 14MT RTR Features
:: Additional:: Additional
:: Other Helpful Items:: Other Helpful Items
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.
• New! Blue/green monster truck body
• New! Durable, impact-absorbing front bumper with LEDs
• New! Rugged adjustable wheelie bar
• New! High-traction all terrain monster truck tires
• New! Full metal diff ring and pinion gears
• _2.4GHz 2-channel radio system
• High-Torque Digital Servo with spring-style servo saver
• Powerful Reedy 4500kV brushless motor
• Water-resistant high-power Reedy brushless speed control with T-plug connector
• Three sealed differentials
• Threaded coil-over shock absorbers
• Adjustable turnbuckles
• Adjustable inserts for caster blocks and rear hubs
• Aluminum steering rack
• Front universal driveshafts
• Molded tub chassis with covered center driveshaft
• Aluminum center driveshaft
• 12mm drive hex
Your new Reflex 14MT RTR comes assembled. The following items are needed for completion
• 2s LiPo battery (#27331 *compact size, standard 2S LiPo will not fit in chassis) • Suitable battery charger • (4) AA batteries
Tools included: • Multi-wrench
• Silicone Shock Fluid (Refer to rc10.com for complete listings) • Silicone Diff Fluid (Refer to rc10.com for complete listings)
• Body Scissors (AE Part # 1737) • Reamer / Hole Punch (#1499) • Shock Pliers (#1681)
• FT Hex/Nut Wrenches (AE Part # 1519) • Needle Nose Pliers • Hobby Knife
• Calipers or a Precision Ruler • Green Slime shock lube (AE Part # 1105) • Wire Cutters
• FT Dual Turnbuckle Wrench (#1114) • FT Universal Tire Balancer (#1498) • Soldering Iron
:: Table of Contents:: Table of Contents
1................... Cover
2................... Introduction
3...................1:1 Hardware “Fold Out”
4 - 5............. Quick Start Guide
6 - 17............Steps 1- 34
18................ Back Cover
:: Notes:: Notes
This symbol indicates a special note or instruction in the manual.
!
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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:: Hardware - 1:1 Scale View:: Hardware - 1:1 Scale View
3x2.5mm (31500)
3x3mm (25225)
3x8mm (4670)
Set Screws
Notes:
M2.5 Locknut (89215, 21546)
M4 Locknuts:
Serrated Steel (Silver)(91826)
FT Aluminum (Blue) (31551)
Serrated Aluminum (Black) (91738)
Nuts (lock/plain)
Flat Head (fhcs)
2.5x10mm (31350)
2.5x6mm (31520)
Button Head (bhcs)
2.6x6mm (21546)
2.6x8mm (21546)
2.6x10mm (21546)
Button Head (bhst)
Ball Bearings
4x7x2.5mm (21512)
4x8x3mm (21512)
8x12x3.5mm (21512)
2.7x6.7x0.5mm (21546)
4x8x0.5mm (21516)
Shims and Washers
Flat Head (fhst)
2x8mm (21546)
2.6x8mm (21546)
2.6x10mm (21546)
Cap Head (shcs)
2.5x12mm (8691)

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:::: Quick Start GuideQuick Start Guide
:::: Quick Start GuideQuick Start Guide - (cont.)- (cont.)
:::: Quick Start GuideQuick Start Guide - (cont.)- (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 rear of the vehicle.
2. Secure the battery strap using two body clips.
Peak Detection
Quick Charger
1 2
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.

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:::: Quick Start GuideQuick Start Guide - (cont.)- (cont.)
:::: Quick Start GuideQuick Start Guide - (cont.)- (cont.)
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
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!
Adjust steering
trim so front
wheels point
straight.
Neutral
Push trigger
for Brake
Pull trigger
for Throttle Install body and body clips.
Ready to go!
Adjust steering
trim so front
wheels point
straight.

:::: Step 3Step 3
:::: Step 2Step 2
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:::: Step 1Step 1
Build 2 (1 front, 1 rear)
21529
Diff
case
21530
O-Ring
3.8 x 1mm
21530
O-Ring
3.8 x 1mm
21516
Washer
4x8x0.5mm
21516
Washer
4x8x0.5mm
21524
Diff
outdrive
21529
Diff
cap
21524
Diff
outdrive
x3x3
x3x3 x2x2
21529
Diff
planetary
gear
21546
M2x8mm
FHST
21512
8x12x3.5mm
bearing
21563
Metal diff
ring gear
(37T)
21529
Diff
cross pin
21529
Diff sun
gear
21529
Diff sun
gear
21516
Pin
1.5 x 6mm
21516
Pin
1.5 x 6mm
#6588
black grease

:::: Step 6Step 6
:::: Step 5Step 5
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:::: Step 4Step 4
21529
Diff
case
21530
O-Ring
3.8 x 1mm
21516
Washer
4x8x0.5mm
21516
Washer
4x8x0.5mm
21530
O-Ring
3.8 x 1mm
21529
Diff
cap
21524
Diff
outdrive
21524
Center
diff
shaft
21529
Diff
cross pin
x3x3
x3x3
21512
8x12x3.5mm
bearing
21512
4x8x3mm
bearing
21512
8x12x3.5mm
bearing
21546
M2x8mm
FHST
21529
Diff
planetary
gear
21516
Pin
1.5 x 6mm
21516
Pin
1.5 x 6mm
21516
Pin
1.5 x 6mm
21529
Diff sun
gear
21526
Pinion
gear
(15T)
21529
Diff sun
gear
#6588
black grease

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:::: Step 9Step 9
:::: Step 8Step 8
:::: Step 7Step 7
21524
Center
diff
outdrive
x12x12
x4x4
x2x2
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
21504
Gear box
cap, front
21504
Drive shaft
cover
21504
Drive shaft
cap
21504
Gear box
cap, rear
4670
3x8mm
set screw
21570
Chassis
21512
4x8x3mm
bearing
21516
Pin
1.5 x 6mm
21520
Drive
shaft
21563
Metal
pinion
gear
(15T)
Top of set screw head
should be flush with
the top of the chassis
!

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:::: Step 1Step 122
:::: Step 1Step 111
:::: Step 10Step 10
x2x2
x2x2
x4x4
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
21505
Wire clip
21505
Servo
Mount
21509
Hat
bushing
21510
Steering
post
21512
4x7x2.5mm
bearing
89215
M2.5
locknut
21522
Ball stud
12.5mm
21509
Steering
rack
21505
Steering
bellcrank
(left)
21505
Steering
bellcrank
(right)
x2x2
x2x2
x4x4
21546
M2.5x10mm
FHST
31350
M2.5x10mm
FHCS
21546
M2.5x10mm
FHST
21505
Battery
Mount,
(rear)
21505
Battery
Mount,
(front)
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
21546
Washer
2.7x0.5mm
31520
M2.5x6mm
BHCS
21504
Top plate
x4x4
x2x2
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
21621
Body post
21503
Shock
tower,
front
x2x2
21173
Body clips
21621
Body post
mount

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:::: Step 1Step 155
:::: Step 144
:::: Step 1Step 133
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
21511
Inner
hinge pin,
3x47mm
21502
Front
arms
21502
Front arm
spacers
21501
Arm
mount, A
21501
Arm
mount, B
21546
M2.6x10mm
BHST
21546
M2.6x6mm
BHST
21505
Shock
tower
support,
rear
x2x2
21501
Arm mount
bushing
x4x4
21546
M2.6x10mm
BHST
x4x4
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
29277
LED
21621
Bumper
brace
21621
Front
bumper
x4x4
x2x2
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
21621
Body post
21503
Shock
tower,
rear
x2x2
21173
Body clips
21621
Body post
mount
21621
Wheelie
bar brace

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:::: Step 18Step 18
:::: Step 17Step 17
:::: Step 16Step 16
x2x2
x6x6
x2x2
21511
Outer
hinge pin,
2x25mm
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
21517
Universal
drive shaft
21546
M2.5x10mm
FHST
21546
M2.5x8mm
BHST
21621
Skid
plate,
front
21507
Caster
block,
left
21507
Caster
block
insert, 0
25225
M3x3mm
set screw
21508
Steering
block,
left
21521
Crush
tube
21508
Wheel
hex
x2x2
21522
Ball stud
12.5mm
x2x2x2x2 21512
4x8x3mm
bearing
21523
Caster block
bushings
21516
Pin
1.5 x 8mm
Build left and right sides!
Build left and right sides!

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:::: Step 21Step 21
:::: Step 20Step 20
:::: Step 19Step 19
x2x2
x2x2
21502
Rear
arms
21502
Rear arm
spacers
21501
Arm
mount, D
21501
Arm
mount, C
x2x2
21501
Arm mount
bushing
x2x2
21546
M2.6x6mm
BHST
x6x6
21546
M2.5x10mm
FHST
21501
Skid
plate,
rear
21518
Dog
bone
axle
21507
Rear
hub,
right
21521
Crush
tube
21522
Ball stud
12.5mm
x2x2
21512
4x8x3mm
bearing
21507
Caster
block
insert, 0
25225
M3x3mm
set screw
21508
Wheel
hex
21516
Pin
1.5 x 8mm
Build left and right sides!
21518
Rear dog
bone
x2x2
21511
Inner
hinge pin,
3x47mm
21511
Outer
hinge pin,
2x25mm

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:::: Step 24Step 24
:::: Step 23
:: Step 22
x2x2
Build x2 (right and left side)
Build x2 (right and left side)
Build x2 (right and left side)
Orient the flange
to the left throughout the
car. It indicates which end
has the left hand threads!
!
Orient the flange
to the left throughout the
car. It indicates which end
has the left hand threads!
!
Orient the flange
to the left throughout the
car. It indicates which end
has the left hand threads!
!
21513
M3x35mm
turnbuckle
21513
M3x35mm
turnbuckle
21513
M3x35mm
turnbuckle
21514
Ball Cup
19.50mm
Steering Turnbuckle
20.00mm
Front Camber Turnbuckle
23.25mm
Rear Camber Turnbuckle
Step 22
Step 22
!
x2x2
21514
Ball Cup
x2x2
21514
Ball Cup
21577
Pivot
ball
21577
Pivot
ball
8691
M2.5x12mm
BHCS
8691
M2.5x12mm
BHCS

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:::: Step 27Step 27
:::: Step 26Step 26
:::: Step 25Step 25
Build x4 (x2 front, x2 rear)
Some residual shock
fluid may appear from
your first few runs
around the shock cap
as a result of bleeding.
Leave a gap when
installing the shock cap.
Compress shock shaft half way.
Let shock fluid bleed from cap, then
tighten cap.
For less rebound, compress shock
shaft farther before tightening the
shock cap.
For more rebound, do not
compress shock shaft as far
before tightening the shock cap.
!
!!
shock
fluid
Front Shock Fluid:
30wt #5422
Rear Shock Fluid:
30wt #5422
installing the shock cap.
x2x2
21538
E-clip
21537
Shock
piston
21535
Shock shaft,
front (3x37mm)
21534
Shock body,
front (short)
21534
Shock body,
rear (long)
21537
Seal spacer
21530
Shock
o-ring
21536
Shock
cap
21530
Shock
cap o-ring
21537
Shock
end
21537
Shock
pivot ball
21536
Bottom
shock cap
21535
Shock shaft,
rear (3x43mm)
21536
Shock spring
collar
21537
Shock cup
21533
Shock spring

:::: Step 29Step 29
:::: Step 30Step 30
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:::: Step 28Step 28
x2x2
x6x6
x4x4
x3x3
31520
M2.5x6mm
BHCS
21546
M2.6x10mm
BHST, silver
21577
Pivot
ball
21577
Pivot
ball
21582
M2.5x12mm
BHCS
31521
M2.5x8mm
BHCS
31521
M2.5x8mm
BHCS
25182
M2.5x12mm
BHCS
31521
M2.5x8mm
BHCS
21582
M2.5x12mm
BHCS
21532
Pinion
gear, 16T
31500
M3x2.5mm
set screw
Build x2 (right and left side)
21531
Motor mount
cam
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
21504
Body mount,
rear
21531
Motor mount
insert
21504
Center diff
cap
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
21621
Wheelie
bar wheel
21621
Wheelie
bar arm
21621
Wheel
spacer
21621
Wheel
support

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:::: Step 31Step 31
:::: Step 32Step 32
21514
Steering link
ball Cup
21505
Servo
saver
21546
M2x8mm
FHST
21522
Pivot
ball
21513
Steering
link rod
17.40mm
Steering Link
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
x4x4
21546
M2.6x8mm
BHST
21546
M2x8mm
FHST
21522
Pivot ball
x4x4
x2x2
21546
Washer
2.7x0.5mm
x2x2
21546
M2.5x8mm
FHST
21501
Bottom spur
cap (58T)
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.

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:::: Step 33Step 33
:::: Step 34Step 34
x2x2
x2x2
91738
M4 serrated
nuts, black
21620
14MT
mounted
wheel and
tire
21505
Battery
strap
x2x2
21173
Body
clips
Receiver
On/Off
Switch
ESC
Battery
x4x4
21173
Body
clips
21622 - Reflex 14MT Body Set, Clear
21623 - Reflex 14MT Body Set, Blue/Green