Duratrax Micro street force RTR Installation and operating instructions

Warranty
• DuraTrax will warranty this kit for 90 days after the purchase date from defects in materials or workmanship.DuraTrax will either repair
or replace, at no charge, the incorrectly made part.
• Make sure you save the receipt or invoice you were given when you purchased your model. It is your proof of purchase and we must
see it before we can honor the warranty.
• To return your Micro Street Force for repairs covered under warranty you should send your model to:
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Drive Suite 1
Champaign, Illinois 61822
Attn: Service Department
Phone: [phone]:00 am-5:00 pm Central Time M-F
E-mail:
[e-mail]
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return this
kit immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
© Copyright 2003 DTXZ1103 For Kit DTXD10**
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION MANUAL
Length: 8-1/8" [207mm]
Width: 4-1/8" [105mm]
Height: 2-11/16" [69mm]
Weight: 13.5oz [383g]
Wheelbase: 5-7/8" [150mm]
Radio: 2-Channel
™
Technical Support Information
For technical assistance, contact:
DuraTrax Product Support
3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822
[phone], Ext. 5
carsuppor[email protected]
®

INTRODUCTION................................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................2
HELPFUL HINTS...............................................................2
STRESS TECH PARTS......................................................2
REPAIR SERVICE .............................................................3
SPECIFICATION AND DESCRIPTION CHANGES..........3
FINISHING THE MICRO STREET FORCE .......................3
RUNNINGTHE MICRO STREET FORCE.........................4
CHANGING WHEEL TRACK (WIDTH)..............................5
CHANGING WHEELBASE (LENGTH)..............................5
ASSEMBLY GUIDE ...........................................................7
MAINTENANCE TIPS......................................................19
Thank you for purchasing the DuraTrax Micro Street Force.
This manual contains the instruction you need to build,
operate and maintain your new electric R/C vehicle. Read
over this manual thoroughly before building or operating the
Micro Street Force.
When the safety precautions are followed, the Micro Street
Force will provide years of enjoyment. Use care and good
sense at all times when operating this radio controlled
vehicle.Failure to use this vehicle in a safe, sensible manner
can result in injury or damage to property.You and you alone
must insure that the instructions are carefully followed and
all safety precautions are obeyed.
• Do not operate the Micro Street Force near people.
Spectators should be behind the driver or at a safe
distance away from the vehicle.
• Make sure to read the instructions before charging
the battery.
• Do not leave the charger unattended during charging. If
the battery or charger become hot at any time disconnect
the battery from the charger immediately! Failure to do
so may cause permanent damage to the charger and
battery and may cause bodily harm.
• Do not cover the charger during charging. This may
cause the charger to overheat.
• Do not allow the electronic speed control (ESC) or radio
equipment to come into contact with moisture. Water
can cause the electronics to short out and cause
permanent damage.
• Always turn on the transmitter before turning on the
electronic speed control.
• Before turning on your radio, check to make sure that no
one else is running on the same frequency as your Micro
Street Force.
• Avoid working over a deep pile carpet.If you drop a small
part or screw, it will be difficult to find.
• Place a mat or towel over your work surface.This will prevent
parts from rolling off and will protect the work surface.
• Test fit all parts before attaching them permanently.
We have engineered the Micro Street Force to take the
rough and tumble abuse that makes R/C fun. We are so
confident of the quality and durability of the Stress-Tech
plastic parts that we will replace any Stress-Tech plastic part
you break during the first 12 months you own the vehicle.
Just send in the part to us and we will send you a FREE
replacement.Please see the Micro Street Force parts list for
the items covered under the Stress-Tech guarantee.
To receive your free replacement part please send the
following to the Hobby Services address listed on the front
cover of this manual.
❏1.The broken part must be included.
❏2.The part number and description of the broken part.
❏3. Dated copy of your invoice or purchase receipt.
❏4.Your name, phone number and shipping address.
STRESS-TECH™PARTS GUARANTEE
HELPFUL HINTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2

Repair service is available anytime.
• After the 90 day warranty, you can still have your Micro
Street Force repaired for a small charge by the expert at
DuraTrax's authorized repair facility, Hobby Services, at
the address listed on the front cover of this manual.
• To speed up the repair process, please follow the
instruction listed below.
❏1.Under most circumstances return the ENTIRE system:
vehicle and radio. The exception would be sending in a
Stress-Tech part. See the instruction and Stress-Tech
Guarantee.
❏2. Make sure the transmitter is turned off and all of the
batteries are removed.
❏3. Send written instructions which include: a list of all
items returned, a THOROUGH explanation of the
problem, the service needed and your phone number
during the day. If you expect the repair to be covered
under warranty, be sure to include a proof of date of
purchase (your store receipt or purchase invoice).
❏4. Also be sure to include your full return address.
All pictures, descriptions and specifications found in this
instruction manual are subject to change without notice.
DuraTrax maintains no responsibility for inadvertent errors
in this manual.
❏1. Remove the Micro Street Force from the box.
❏2. Charge the included 6-cell battery with the included
wall charger. Connect the 6-cell NiCd battery to the
connector on the wall charger. Plug the wall charger into a
standard household 110V power outlet.The battery should
not be left on the charger longer than 3 hours.If at any time
during the charge the battery becomes warm to the touch,
it should be removed immediately to prevent damage to
either the battery or the charger. Note: The battery is fully
charged when it becomes warm to the touch.
❏3. Install the transmitter antenna by screwing it into the
hole on the top of the transmitter. Give the top of the
antenna a light tug to make sure that it is properly secured
to the transmitter.
❏4. Slide the battery door on the bottom of the transmitter
open. Install eight (8) “AA” batteries into the transmitter in
the configuration molded into the plastic on the battery
holder. Re-install the battery door.
FINISHING THE MICRO STREET FORCE
SPECIFICATION & DESCRIPTION CHANGES
REPAIR SERVICE
3

❏5.Turn on the transmitter using the on/off switch (see step
#3).The red light on the transmitter should light up. If there is
no light on, turn the transmitter off and check to ensure that the
batteries are making contact with the metal contacts in the
battery holder and are installed correctly. Turn the transmitter
on. If the red light appears, turn off the transmitter. If the red
light blinks, the batteries are low and should be replaced.
❏6. Straighten the receiver antenna. Route the antenna
under the upper deck of the chassis and up through the
antenna mount located at the rear of the car. Run the
receiver antenna wire through the included antenna tube.
DO NOT CUT OR COILTHE ANTENNA WIRE.Press fit the
antenna tube into the antenna mount hole. TIP: Run the
antenna wire through your finger to straighten out the kinks
before running through the antenna tube. TIP: Applying a
small amount of soap and water to the antenna wire will
help lubricate the wire for threading into the antenna tube.
❏7.Remove the body pin from the battery holder and insert
the charged 6-cell battery pack into the chassis.
❏8. Re-install the battery clip onto the battery holder.
❏9. Program the ESC. Start by centering the trim knobs on
the transmitter. Turn the transmitter “on” then turn the ESC
“on.” Push and hold the set button until the red and green
LEDs begin to flash.Push and hold the set button again until
the green LED begins to flash. Pull the throttle trigger to full
throttle and hold it. Push and hold the set button again until
the red LED begins to flash. Push the throttle trigger all the
way forward and hold it then push the set button one last
time and release the throttle trigger to neutral. Both the red
and green LEDs should be constantly lit. The ESC should
be programmed at this time.
❏10. Decal the body as desired and install it onto the
chassis, securing it in place with the four included body clips.
❏11. The transmitter features an adjustable steering rate
knob labeled “D/R” on the top of the transmitter. Turning it
fully clockwise will give you the greatest amount of steering
travel.Turning it counter clockwise will reduce the amount of
steering travel.
❏1. Fully extend the transmitter antenna.
❏2. Turn on the transmitter and check to make sure the
transmitter LED is lit.If it is blinking or not lit, check the batteries.
❏3.Turn on the ESC.
❏4. Check that the steering is functioning properly.
❏5. HAVE FUN!
❏6. Once the car begins to slow down drastically when
running, it is time to stop the car. This is a sign that the
battery is getting low.
❏7. Always turn off the ESC before the transmitter to
prevent your car from running away.
❏8.Turn off the transmitter.
❏9. Carefully collapse the transmitter antenna.
❏10. Remove the battery from the car and allow it to fully
cool before recharging.
RUNNINGTHE MICRO STREET FORCE
7.2V Ni-Cd
600mAh
4

❏1. Remove the wheel cover from the wheel. You can do
this by using a small screwdriver and gently prying the
wheel cover from the wheel.
❏2. Remove the three small Phillips head screws from
the wheel.
❏3. Rotate the wheel to the desired location.
❏4. Re-install the Phillips head screws in the new location.
❏5. Re-install the plastic wheel cover onto the wheel.
❏6. Make sure both sides are set the same for optimal
performance.
NOTE: A micro servo and optional short belt are
required to run the 140mm wheelbase.
❏1. Detach the front of the rear shock from the upper plate
ball stud.
❏2.Remove the two 2.6x8mm flat head self tapping screws
that attach the upper plate standoffs to the main chassis.
❏3. Remove the two 2x8mm pan head self tapping screws
that hold the front of the upper plate to the front gearbox.
❏4. Remove the upper plate from the chassis.
❏5. Remove the shock ball stud located on the upper plate
and re-install it in the hole #2 located directly in front of the
stock mounting hole (#1).
❏6.Remove the two 2.6x8mm flat head self tapping screws
that secure the rear axle to the main chassis.
❏7. Slide the rear axle assembly to the short position.
Hole #2 Hole #1
CHANGING WHEELBASE (LENGTH)
TO FIT OTHER BODIES
CHANGING WHEEL TRACK (WIDTH)
5

❏8. Remove the long belt from the diff pulley.
❏9. Remove the outer 2x8mm screw that attaches the left
(when viewed from the front) front shock to the upper
suspension arm. NOTE: Be careful not to lose the shock
spring or shock end when removing them.
❏10. Remove the left front upper hinge pin that holds the
upper suspension arm to the front gear box.
❏11. Remove the two 2.6x8mm flat head screws that
secure the lower front suspension arm to the main chassis.
NOTE: Be careful not to lose the ride height spacer
located below the lower suspension arm.
❏12. Remove the long belt from the front differential pulley.
❏13. Install the short belt onto the front differential pulley.
❏14. Re-install the ride height spacer and lower
suspension arm onto the main chassis, securing them in
place with the two 2x8mm flat head screws previously
removed. NOTE: Make sure you get the front dog bone
installed into the differential drive cup before securing
the lower suspension arm to the chassis.
❏15. Secure the upper suspension arm to the front
gearbox using the previously removed upper hinge pin.
❏16. Re-install the shock onto the suspension arm,
securing it in place with the 2x8mm screw.
❏17. Install the short belt onto the rear differential pulley.
❏18. Re-install the two 2.6x8mm flat head self-tapping
screws into the rear pod.
❏19.Re-install the upper plate onto the main chassis using
the previously removed screws.
Ride
height
spacer
6

7
Oil
Oil
Oil
52
51 49
87 50
Make sure the bearings are fully
seated to prevent binding.
USETHIS GUIDE FOR MAINTENANCE AND
ASSEMBLY OFYOUR MICRO STREET FORCE
53
54
53
D
D
52
55
87
49
Make sure the bearings are fully
seated to prevent binding.
84
39
89
J
F
84
F42
26
Make sure the bearings are fully
seated to prevent binding.
6x10mm Ball Bearing
..........1 (87)
1.5x16mm Shaft
..........1 (54)
2x5mm Cap Screw
..........2 (F)
3x8mm Ball Bearing
..........2 (84)
2x6mm Screw
..........1 (J)
3.8mm Ball
..........1 (26)
6x10mm Ball Bearing
..........1 (87)
2x6mm S/T Screw
..........2 (D)
ASSEMBLY GUIDE

8
M61 63
58 57 56
60
63
62
M
85 41
N
59
40
Use threadlock
Make sure the set
screw is secured
onto the flat spot
on the shaft.
5x8mm Ball Bearing
..........1 (85)
3mm Set Screw
..........1 (N)
M2 Nut
..........1 (M)
Oil
Oil
2.7mm
4.5mm
M2 Nut
..........1 (M)

9
L
9
11
EE
E
11
10
E
35
36
Be careful not
to get any glue
on the gear teeth.Add the CA Glue
Make sure the gear mesh is not too tight,
causing binding, or too loose, causing the
gears to strip.
2.6x8mm S/T Screw
..........4 (E)
2x4mm Screw
..........2 ( )
2mm Washer
..........2 (L)
1mm
CA
Glue
Stock
Optional (included)

10
E
EE
E
EE
3
14
13
A micro servo is required for 140mm
wheelbase. The stock belt for the
Micro Street Force is 150mm.
..........2 (E)
2.6x8mm S/T Screw
2.6x8mm S/T Screw
..........4 (E)
Wheelbase 150mm
Wheelbase 140mm

11
G
J
36
26
43
G
46
15
46
7
8
G
0.2mm
30
27
29
28
..........2 (G)
2x6mm S/T Plate Screw
Front Brace (15)
...2 (46)
2x23mm Shaft
..........6 (G)
2x6mm S/T Plate Screw
..........2 (J)
2x6mm Screw
..........2 (36)
5x11mm Ball Bearing
..........2 (26)
3.8mm Ball
..........2 (30)
2x7.5mm Shaft
Make sure the bearings are fully
seated to prevent binding.
Tightening the screw too far
will cause binding.

12
21.5mm
18.6mm
B
B
B
32
33
34
..........4 (B)
2x8mm S/T Screw
..........2 (33)
Spring
ForWheelbase 150/140mm
ForWheelbase 150mm
14~16mm
19~21mm
TRANSMITTER
7.2V Ni-Cd
600mAh
Electronic
Speed
Control
RECEIVER
OR
90
29~36mm
40~44mm
Micro
Servo
Std
Servo

13
5
22
45
23
25 24
G
Standard
Servo Micro
Servo
1mm
2x30mm Shaft (45)
..........1 (G)
2x6mm S/T Plate Screw
RL
R
L
R
L
Double-sided
ServoTape
Single-sided
ServoTape
2mm

14
G
GH
C
17 26
19
B
CC
16
16
20
26
47 33 48
E
21
K
Wheelbase 150mm
Wheelbase 140mm
Wheelbase 150mm
Wheelbase 140mm
BeltTensioner
..........2 (E)
2.6x8mm S/T Screw
..........1 (33)
Spring
..........2 (G)
2x6mm S/T Plate Screw
..........1 (H)
2x6mm F/H Screw
..........1 (B)
2x8mm S/T Screw
..........3 (C)
2.6x8mm S/T Screw
..........1 (26)
3.8mm Ball
..........1 (K)
2x12mm Screw

15
68
67
66
64
G
69
BB
G
Outside Outside
CA
Glue CA
Glue
Front
Front
Rear
Rear
Thicker sidewall
to the outside.
Thicker sidewall
to the outside.
..........2 (G)
2x6mm Plate Screw
..........2 (B)
2xmm S/T Screw
Add the CA glue inside both on the rim and tire.
Caution: Don't overflow the glue over the tire surface
.

16
A
B
..........6 (A)
2x6mm S/T Screw
..........6 (B)
2x8mm S/T Screw

17
7.2V Ni-Cd
600mAh
RECEIVER
Electronic
Speed
Control
Nylon Strap
Nylon Strap
79
72
79
71
70
..........4 (79)
.......1 (72)

18
D
A
A
3
4
18
18
18
18
72
76
76
74
75
73
72
73
72
72
72
72
.......4 (72)
..........2 (D)
2x6mm S/T F/H Screw
..........2 (A)
2x6mm S/T Screw
..........2 (73)
....2 (72)
O-Ring

19
Universal Battery Case
Shock Collar
Shock Collar
Standard Hard
Use this battery box to hold the
included optional "AA" battery holder.
To raise the front ride height
of the car, add the included
shock collar as shown.
BEFORE EACH RUN
•Make sure the batteries in the transmitter are charged.
•Make sure there are no loose or damaged parts on the kit.
•Check the drive train for binding that could cause possible damage to the kit or the electronics.
•Check that the ESC and receiver are properly secured to the chassis.
•Check to make sure all wires are properly secured
AFTER EACH RUN
•Clean any large globs of dirt, carpet fuzz or any other debris from the chassis.
•Disconnect and remove the battery from the Micro Street Force.
•Check for any broken or damaged parts.This way parts may be replaced before the next run.
AFTER EVERY 10 RUNS
•Check to make sure the bearings are free of debris.
•Check for a smooth gear mesh.
•Check the tires to make sure they are still properly glued to the wheels.
MAINTENANCE TIPS

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