Hyperdrive Pro 3 Solid Chassis User manual

Hyperdrive Pro 3 Solid Chassis
© 2007 Hyperdrive Racing
Published September 2006

Congratulations! You now own a state of the art 1/10
scale oval race car. The Hyperdrive Pro 3 Solid Chassis
has gone through months of testing by our factory
drivers to insure that you get a car that has maximum
performance and adjustability built in. In purchasing this
kit you have not only helped the hobby and sport of Oval
pan car racing by supporting your local hobby shop but
you have also bought the quality of a Hyperdrive Racing
performance product.
How well your car performs is dependant upon the
assembly of your car kit. Take your time and assemble
your car as shown in this manual. This will give you a
good starting point from which you can make adjustments
dependant upon the track you are racing on.
The following items are required to complete your car:
• Two channel Surface Radio
• Electronic Speed Control
• Batteries (4 cell)
• 05 Electric Motor
• Shock Oil
• Tires
• Body
Tools needed in the construction of your car:
• Phillips Screwdriver
• Hobby Knife
• Allen Wrenches; 3/32, 1/16 & 0.050
• Pliers or appropriate sized Nut Drivers/Sockets
Introduction

Using part numbers FB-7045 (Woven Bumper), HD-7307
(Solid Chassis) locate two 8-32 flat head screws and two
8-32 hex nuts (the 8-32 hardware is located in the bag
containing the Associated #8400 Front Suspension Kit).
Install the 8-32 flat head screws through the bottom of the
chassis using the front bumper mounting holes. Place the
bumper on top of the chassis. Using the 8-32 hex nuts,
secure the bumper firmly to the chassis plate.
Step 1 - Front Bumper Installation
1

Secure the Narrow Locator Plate (LP-7050) in the front
position of the mounting holes on the chassis using four
5/16” FH screws and four aluminum 4-40 lock nuts.
Step 2 - Locator Plate Installation
2

Assemble the front suspension (8400-003) as detailed
in the Associated 8400 Front Suspension Kit instruction
sheet, replacing the stock plastic castor blocks with
HY-8060R Red Aluminum caster blocks. Insert four 8-32
screws through the bottom of the chassis and narrow
locator plate. Place a red #10 washer over each screw.
Fasten the a-arms to the chassis.
Step 3 - Front Suspension Assembly
3

Locate the T-plate (HP-1516), 2 Teflon Coated Aluminum
Pivot Balls (HY-8376), 8-button head mounting screws
(2-56 x 0.25” lg) and the plastic pivot housings
Place one of the pivot balls into one side of the socket.
Then place the other half of the socket onto the ball
and align the four screw mounting holes. Now mount
the socket assemblies onto the T-bar with the four 2-56
screws. Be careful not to over tighten the screws and also
note the orientation of the T-plate.
Note: when assembling the socket assemblies onto the
T-bar it is very important that the pivot balls move freely in
the socket housings. Not loose but smooth free movement.
Step 4 - T-Plate Assembly
4

Locate the Bottom Plate (HD-7365), Right Side Pod Plate
(HD-7340), Left Side Pod Plate (HD-7341), three .075
black t-plate spacers, four 1/4” FH screws, three 3/8” FH
screws and 3 4-40 Aluminum lock nuts.
Insert the three 3/8” FH screws threw the bottom of the
bottom plate using the right most set of holes. Next, place
the .075 t-plate spacers over each screw. Place the t-plate
over the screws and secure the t-plate with 3 4-40 locknuts
as shown in figure 5. Finally, using the 1/4” FH screws,
install both the right and left side pod plates to the bottom
plate as shown in figure 5.
Step 5 - Rear Pod Assembly
5

Locate the Nerf Wing (HD-7303), two 5/16” FH screws,
and two 4-40 aluminum lock nuts. Insert two 5/16” FH
screws through the bottom of the chassis on the right hand
side to mount the Nerf Wing. Place the nerf wing over the
screws, and attach with two 4-40 locknuts.
Step 6 - Nerf Wing Installation
6

Using the rear pod from step 5, insert one 1/2” FH screw
through the bottom of the chassis. Place the front t-plate
pivot ball over the screw, and secure with a 4-40 lock nut.
Refer to figure 7 for proper placement.
Step 7 - Pod Installation
7
Slider Chassis Pictured
8

Assemble the Center Shock Mount with the supplied SHC
screws and 4-40 lock nuts as shown in figure 9. Secure
the finished shock mount to the chassis with two 1/4” FH
screws. Refer to figure 7 for proper placement, and figure
9 for the finished configuration.
Secure the Cross Brace (HD-7326) using a 1/2” FH screw
through the chassis and rear pivot ball, one 5/16” FH
screw in the right, and a 5/16” FH screw in the left hand
side location. Refer to figure 7 for proper placement, and
figure 9 for the finished configuration.
Step 8 - Cross Brace and Center Shock Mount Installation
9

Locate the Shock & Body mounts (HD-7320), 2 Aluminum
Ball studs, 8 1/4” BH screws, 4 .020 shims, and 2 4-40
lock nuts.
Install a ball stud from the front of the shock mount using
the second hole down from the top. Place two .020” shims
over the threaded shank of both ball studs. Secure them
using a 4-40 lock nut. Repeat for the opposite side. Using
two 1/4” BH screws each, attach the completed shock
mount to the cross brace. Refer to figure 10 for proper
placement.
Using the remaining four 1/4” BH screws, attach the body
mounts to the cross brace.
Step 9 - Body & Side Shock Mount Installation
10
11

Locate the Center/Offset top plate (HD-7315), four 1/4”
BH screws, three aluminum ball studs, and three 4-40 lock
nuts. From the top of the top plate, insert one ball stud in
the right most forward hole and secure it with a 4-40 lock
nut from the bottom of the plate. Insert two more ball studs
in the right most hole locations securing each with a 4-40
lock nut. Install the finished top plate onto the rear pod
using the remaining four 1/4” BH screws. Refer to figure 12
as needed.
Step 10 - Top Plate Installation
12

Assemble the Center shock (TAM-1000R) and the side
shocks (SK-1000R) as per the instructions included
with each shock. Hyperdrive suggests using high quality
silicon shock oils in your shocks. A good starting point on
the shock setup is 40 wt. in the center shock and 30 wt.
in both side shocks. Also start with the softer of the
provided springs. At this time also attach the side shocks
onto the ball ends. Make sure to use the included
Associated Heavy Duty Ball Cups on both ends of the side
shocks to attain proper shock length. The center shock will
require a SHC screw and 4-40 lock nut supplied with the
center shock mount for installation.
Step 11 - Shock Assembly and Installation
13

Locate the Ride Height Set (PP-2312) and choose the
two adjusters with the holes in the center. Depending on
the Final ride height of your car these may have to be
changed. Note: Always install the same adjuster on each
side of the pod in the same orientation. Failure to do this
will cause the rear axle to bind and possibly destroy your
bearings.
Insert the two adjusters into the Pod sides. Press them in
until they are flush with the inside of the Pod sides. Install
a Rear Axle / Right Hub Bearing (1/4” x 3/8” flanged) into
each of the Ride Height Adjusters (see figure 14).
Step 12 - Bearing Carrier Installation
14

Locate the following for the Diff and RearAxle assembly:
Rear Axle (RA-0401), Offset Diff Hub (RA-2405R), Left
Side Wheel Hub (RA-2410R), Micro-Washers (RA-0403),
Spur Gear Bearing (RA-0408-NF), Rear Axle and Right
Hub Bearings (RA-0408), Diff Centering Set (RA-0411R),
Diff balls (DB-0901), Diff Rings (DR-1002) and Spur Gear
(SG-0116).
Install the Spur Gear Bearing (1/4” x 3x8” flangeless) into
the center of the Spur Gear. At this time also install the Diff
Balls into the outer ring of holes in the Spur Gear. Install
two of the Rear Axle / Right Hub Bearings (1/4” x 3/8”
flanged) into the Diff Hub. Place one of the Diff rings onto
the shoulder of the axle.
Place a small amount of diff lube on each of the diff
balls installed in the spur gear and place the spur gear
assembly onto the axle. Now place the second diff ring
onto the spur gear and slide the Diff Hub down over the
axle making sure the diff ring aligns onto the shoulder of
the hub.
Install the Diff Centering cone over the end of the axle and
secure it with the supplied nylon nut. Tighten just enough
to hold the assembly firmly together.
Step 13 - Rear Axle / Differential Assembly
15

Place three micro washers over the free end of the axle.
Insert through the right bearing carrier. Place one more
micro washer, and two wide axle spacers, and the left
side clamping hub on the free end of the axle and tighten
assembly.
Step 14 - Axle Installation
16

Finally install your electronics, Motor, Battery, Tires and
Body. The location of your Steering Servo, Electronic
Speed Control and Receiver are entirely up to you. Take
great care when mounting these to the Chassis as their
location effects the balance of the car. Also care should
be taken when drilling, filing or sanding on any of the
graphite components of your car as graphite dust is
hazardous to your health. Tires are not included with
this kit because every track and driver will have different
preferences. If you are unsure of which tires to put on your
car, consult your local hobby shop staff and they should be
able to help you get the right combination for the track you
are racing on.
Final Assembly