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#30129 Apex2 Spport Datsun 620, Ready-To-Run
1:10 Scale Ready-To-Run 4WD Electric On Road Datsun 620 Manual
1:10 Scale Ready-To-Run 4WD Electric On Road Datsun 620 Manual

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:: Introduction:: Introduction
:: Vehicle Features:: Vehicle Features
:: Additional:: 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:: Other Helpful Items
• Steel dog bones and drive axles
• Sealed front and rear gear differentials
• Adjustable hook and loop battery straps
• 550-sized brushed motor
• Programmable ESC (with aftermarket program card)
• Injection-molded brake calipers and rotors
• Aluminum motor plate
• Adjustable shock mounting locations
• Bolt-on steering plates
• Molded one-piece tire rods and steering links
• Adjustable body post height locations
• 25T injection molded servo saver
• Active rear toe suspension design
• Plastic tub main chassis
• Removeable battery box with “shorty” and standard configuration
• POM-filled injection molded pivot balls
• Oilite Bushings
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” or standard packs).
• 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
http://www.AssociatedElectrics.com · http://www.instagram.com/teamassociatedrc/ · http://www.facebook.com/TeamAssociated/
Customer Service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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:: Hardware - 1:1 Scale View:: 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)
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)
Shoulder Screw 3x4x10mm (42070)
4x12mm Screw Pin (42022)
Pin 2x11mm (42019)
3x6mm (41089)
3x10mm (41090)
3x16mm (41093)
3x20mm (41091)
3x7mmx1mm (42260)
3x7mmx2mm (42260)
3x7x3mm (42260)
3x7x5mm (42260)
3x7x7mm (42260)

:: Table of Contents:: Table of Contents
:: Notes:: Notes
1................... Cover
2................... Introduction
3...................1:1 Hardware “Fold Out”
4................... Table of Contents
5 - 7..............Quick Start Guide
8....................Shock Build
8....................Gear Differential Build
9 - 11...........Front / Rear Suspension Build
11 - 12........Chasssis Build
12 - 14........Electronics Build
14 - 15.........Tires and Body Build
17..................Optional Battery Configuration
18................ 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
http://www.AssociatedElectrics.com · http://www.instagram.com/teamassociatedrc/ · http://www.facebook.com/TeamAssociated/
Customer Service
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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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 front of the vehicle.
2. Secure the hook and loop strap near the rear shock
tower.
3. 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.
Peak Detection
Quick Charger
1
2 3

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:::: Quick Start GuideQuick Start Guide - (cont.)- (cont.)
:::: Quick Start GuideQuick Start Guide - (cont.)- (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 GuideQuick Start Guide - (cont.)- (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.):: 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!
trim so front
wheels point
straight.
21173
Body Clips
31929
Apex2 Sport
Datsun 620 Body
(Set, Tan)
x4x4

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Build 4
Build 2
:: Shocks Build:: Shocks Build
:::: Gear DiffGear Diff BuildBuild -- Step 1Step 1
:::: Gear DiffGear Diff BuildBuild -- Step 2Step 2
42041
Shock
Bushing,
Long
42041
Shock
Bushing,
Short
31902
Spring
Cup
31902
Shock
Spring
31902
Spring
Collar
31902
Damper
Shock Set
31902
Damper
Shock Set
31859
Diff Case
92143
Diff
Shim
31884
Gear Diff
Outdrive
91563
10 x 15 x 4
Bushing
31887
Ring and
Pinion Gear
31902
Damper
Shock Set
31902
Damper
Shock Set
92133
Diff O-Ring
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
92132
Sun Gear
31872
Diff Pin
2x9mm
31350
2.5x10mm
FHCS
92132
Planet Gear
Shim
92132
Planet Gear
92133
Diff
Gasket
x4x4
x4x4
x4x4
31860
Gear Diff
Cross Pin
Diff fluid
5,000 cst
#5453
Diff fluid
80000cst
#5448
31902
Shock
Spring
31902
Spring
Collar
31902
Damper
Shock Set
Shock
Bushing,
Long
42041
Shock
Bushing,
31902
Spring

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:::: Front / Rear Suspension Build - Step 1
:::: FrontFront / Rear/ Rear Suspension BuildSuspension Build -- Step 2Step 2
:::: FrontFront // Rear Suspension BuildRear Suspension Build -- Step 3Step 3
Build 2
31870
E-Clip
31870
E-Clip
6299
E-Clip
6299
E-Clip
31885
Pinion Shaft,
Front
31885
Pinion Shaft,
Rear
91560
5 x 10 x 4
Bushing
91560
5 x 10 x 4
Bushing
x2x2
31887
Input Pinion
Gear
31887
Input Pinion
Gear
Save for Rear
Gearbox
Save for Front
Gearbox
25202
3 x 10mm
FHCS
31850
Arm Mount,
Lower
31850
Gear Box
42041
Pivot Ball
31886
Hinge Pin,
Lower
31854
Suspension
Arm, Lower
x4x4
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2 x2x2
25211
3 x 10mm
BHCS
25211
3 x 10mm
BHCS
31850
Gearbox
Cover
31850
Gearbox
Cover
x4x4
x4x4

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:::: Front / Rear Suspension BuildFront / Rear Suspension Build -- Step 4Step 4
:::: Front / Rear Suspension Build -- Step 5Step 5
:::: Front / Rear Suspension BuildFront / Rear Suspension Build -- Step 6Step 6
31522
2.5 x 10mm
BHCS
42019
Wheel Pin,
M2x11
x2
31853
Wheel
Hex
31852
Steering
Arm
Build Front
31522
2.5 x 10mm
BHCS
42019
Wheel Pin,
M2x11
x2
x2
31853
Wheel
Hex
31852
Steering
Arm
91563
10 x 15 x 4
Bushing
91560
5 x 10 x 4
Bushing
31882
Stub Axle
31852
Steering
Block
Build 4
Build 4
Build 2
31522
2.5 x 10mm
BHCS
31853
Brake
Caliper
x2x2
25187
3 x 14mm
BHCS
31882
Dog
Bone
2308
3 x 18mm
BHCS
89203
3 x 16mm
BHCS
31861
Link
42260
Shim
1mm
42041
Pivot Ball
31854
Suspension
Arm, Upper
x3x3
25201
3 x 8mm
BHCS
31850
Hinge Pin
Mount,
Upper
2308
3 x 18mm
BHCS
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
31886
Hinge Pin,
Upper
42260
Shim
2mm
31903
Front
Shock
Tower

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x2x2
42260
Shim
2mm
Shim
2mm
:::: Rear Suspension BuildRear Suspension Build -- Step 7Step 7
:::: Front / Rear Suspension BuildFront / Rear Suspension Build -- Step 8Step 8
Build Rear
Build Rear
21173
Body Clip
Small
31855
Body
Pivot
31855
Body Post
Rear
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
89203
3 x 16mm
BHCS
31903
Rear Shock
Tower
x2x2
2308
3 x 18mm
BHCS
x2x2
31886
Hinge Pin,
Upper
:: Chassis Build - Step 1:: Chassis Build - Step 1
Build Front Build Rear
2308
3 x 18mm
BHCS
2308
3 x 18mm
BHCS
25187
3 x 14mm
BHCS
25187
3 x 14mm
BHCS
#1596
thread lock
x2x231851
Steering
Post
31920
Battery
Box
31901
Chassis
91568
4 x 8 x 3
Bushing
x4x4
31851
Steering
Bellcrank
25215
M3
Locknut
25201
3 x 8mm
FHCS
x2x2
x2x2
x4x4
NOTE:
Standard battery
configuration on
page 17
!

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21173
Body Clip
Small
31855
Body
Pivot
31855
Body Post
Rear
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
25202
3 x 10mm
FHCS
31862
Front Bumper
Top Plate
Build Front Build Rear
41090
3 x 10mm
LP SHCS
1338
Pinion
20T, 48P
31879
Drive Gear
Shaft
31860
Drive
Gear, 30T
25225
3 x 3mm
Set Screw
31531
3 x 6mm
BHCS
31541
3 x 6mm
FHCS
31879
Motor
Mount
x2x2
91568
4 x 8 x 3
Bushing
x2x2
#1596
thread lock
#1596
thread lock
Note:
Set gear mesh!
!
:: Electronics Build - Step 1:: Electronics Build - Step 1
:: Chassis Build - Step 2:: Chassis Build - Step 2
:: Chassis Build - Step 3
25203
3 x 12mm
FHCS
25187
3 x 14mm
BHCS
x2x2
x5x5
31862
Front Bumper
Mount
31862
Front
Bumper
x3x3
25203
3 x 12mm
FHCS
x3x3
25202
3 x 10mm
FHCS x2x2 x5x5
31541
3 x 6mm
FHCS
31862
Rear
Bumper
25203
3 x 12mm
FHCS
NOTE:
Foam bumper may
need to be trimmed
to fit your body
!

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92149
Spur Gear
72T, 48P
#1596
thread lock
31532
3 x 8mm
BHCS
x4x4
x4x4
91563
10 x 15 x 4
Bushing
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
31872
Diff Pin
2x9mm
31888
Diff
Outdrive
31863
Diff Spool
31472
2.5x8mm
FHCS
31888
Diff
Pumpkin
31888
Diff Cap
:: Electronics Build - Step 4:: Electronics Build - Step 4
:: Electronics Build - Step 3:: Electronics Build - Step 3
:: Electronics Build - Step 2:: Electronics Build - Step 2
x6x6
25211
3 x 10mm
BHCS
31901
Center
Gear Box
Case, Top
31885
Drive Shaft,
Center
x2x2
31859
Outdrive,
Center
31859
Outdrive,
Center
42022
4 x 12mm
Screw Pin
42022
4 x 12mm
Screw Pin
x2x2
41090
3 x 10mm
LP SHCS
25211
3 x 10mm
BHCS
31851
Servo
Mount
x4x4
x2x2
x2x2
31851
ESC Plate
89202
3 x 12mm
BHCS
2308
3 x 18mm
BHCS
42041
Pivot Ball
x2x2
25202
3 x 10mm
FHCS 31920
Servo
Horn
31851
Steering
Rack
6727
Servo
Tape
Receiver

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:: Electronics Build - Step 5:: Electronics Build - Step 5
:::: Electronics Build - Step 6
:::: Tires and Body Build - Step 1Tires and Body Build - Step 1
31914
Insert
31914
Wheel
31914
Tire
:: Electronics Build - Step 7
25203
3 x 12mm
FHCS
42070
3 x 10mm
Shoulder Screw
x2x2
x2x2
89210
3 x 20mm
FHCS
x2x2
25211
3 x 10mm
BHCS
x4x4
42070
3 x 10mm
Shoulder Screw
x2x2
31901
Top Plate
Front
71050
Hook and
Loop
x2
71050
Hook and
Loop
x2
x2
Battery
ESC
6727
Servo
Tape
89210
3 x 20mm
FHCS
25204
3 x 16mm
FHCS
x2x2
x2x2
25189
3 x 22mm
BHCS
25201
3 x 8mm
FHCS
x2x2
x2x2
31901
Top Plate
Rear
NOTE:
Standard battery
configuration on
page 17
!

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:::: Tires and Body Build - Step 2Tires and Body Build - Step 2
:::: Tires and Body Build - Step 3Tires and Body Build - Step 3
25391
M4
Flanged
Locknut
x2x2
31929 - Datsun 620 Body Set (RTR)
31930 - Datsun 620 Body Set (Clear)
31931 - Datsun 620 Body Accessories
31932 - Datsun 620 Decal Sheet
31532
3 x 8mm
BHCS
31931
Side Mirror
Grommet
31931
Wiper
Grommet
31532
3 x 8mm
BHCS
31520
2.5 x 6mm
BHCS
x2x2x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x2x2
x4x4
31931
Wiper
31931
Side Mirror
(Left/Right)
31931
Rear Wing
Mount
31931
Rear
Wing
31931
Front
Grill
31931
Front Grill
Mount
31931
Headlight
Lense
31931
LED Clip
x4x4
x4x4

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:::: Tires and Body Build - Step 4Tires and Body Build - Step 4
21173
Body Clips
x4x4

:::: Optional Battery ConfigurationOptional Battery Configuration
17
31920
Battery
Box
31920
Battery Tray for
Standard Size
31901
Chassis
25215
M3
Locknut
25201
3 x 8mm
FHCS
x2x2
x4x4
71050
Hook and
Loop
x2x2
Battery