Primal RC QUICKSILVER User manual

1/5th SCALE ELECTRIC DRAGSTER
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Safety Guidelines
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE, INJURY OR DEATH
The dragster is not a toy. The dragster requires an advanced set of skills and is not intended for use by children or minors under the age of
18. The dragster is intended to be purchased and operated by competent, adult R/C users possessing qualified skills and experienced driving
ability. The user of this vehicle should be practical, mature, intelligent, and display good sense.
Caution must be taken to ensure the safety of yourself and others around you. This dragster is very large and is capable of high speed and
quick acceleration. Collisions of a critical nature (injury, death, severe property damage) can result if the dragster is operated in a careless or
unsafe manner. Always take great care to make sure all systems are working properly before operating. The user must be aware of their
limits and abilities. Make certain to have adequate space where the dragster can be run safely.
Terms of Use
This product is sold by Primal RC with the understanding that the buyer accepts full responsibility for all actions associated with its use.
Serious injury, property damage, or death can result from driving the dragster or using any of the included accessories in an unsafe or
irresponsible way. The buyer assumes all liability with this product including any actions that occur due to a failure to follow its safety and
operating instructions resulting in unsafe or improper use or any action that violates pertinent laws or regulations. Primal RC, and all Primal
RC dealers, will not be held accountable under any circumstances with the use of this product resulting in property damage, personal injury,
or death. This includes any willful or unintentional damages that may arise out of the assembly or use of the product or its accessories. The
user accepts all liability by the act of using and operating the dragster and releases Primal RC, and all Primal RC dealers of any and all
liability associated with its use. Primal RC requests that you do not use this product if you as a user do not accept liability of ownership. If you
don’t accept liability, please do not open any of the enclosed accessories, do not attempt to start it, and contact us to make arrangements to
return the product. Used vehicles cannot be accepted for returns or exchanges under any circumstances. The material included in this
manual can be changed without notice. Primal RC reserves the right to make improvements to the products with no commitment to integrate
those improvements into products sold previously. If you have any questions regarding this Terms of Use, stop and do not go any further. Do
not run your vehicle and contact Primal RC at [email protected].
Safety is your responsibility
•Your radio may be subject to radio interference from many sources that are out of your control. Please be aware that radio
interference may cause a temporary loss of control. Allow adequate space in all directions when running your model to prevent
collisions if radio interference should occur.
•Test the range of your radio in the area to be driven in. Make sure not too drive too far and go out of range. After testing the range,
start by driving slowly in the area to make sure there is no interference that can cause temporary losses of control.
•Always test the failsafe system every time before use to ensure it’s working properly (instructions are in the radio manual).
•Use new or freshly charged batteries in order to boost signal output power and range.
•Drive in the proper area. This product is not designed to be used in heavy traffic areas where its operation would cause pedestrian
and vehicle interruptions. This is recommended to prevent collisions causing property damage, injury, or death.
•Try to always bring a friend while driving. Another set of eyes is helpful to identify potential hazards such as an animal or person
crossing in the driving path.
•Always have a clear view of the model when driving. Don’t drive at night or when your vision may be blocked in any way.
•Don’t drive the model too close to you, other persons, or property where collisions may occur. Allow a comfortable amount of space
to maneuver the vehicle.
•Be sure to check over the model after each session used. Check for damage or any loose parts and correct any issues right away
before using again. Make sure to check and tighten the wheel nuts before each session.
•Do not pick up the model by its wheels or tires. Keep your hands free and clear of any moving parts when the batteries are in use.
•Gravel, dirt, sticks, and other debris can be kicked up from the rear wheels during aggressive starts. Avoid standing directly behind
the dragster and make sure other watchers are at a safe distance to avoid being hit. Eye protection is always recommended.
•Avoid making changes not shown or suggested in the instruction manual. You can cause damage to the model and injury to others
if the product is altered in a way not intended.
•VERY IMPORTANT: Always turn off the dragster first, then the transmitter. Otherwise throttle servo damage will occur if dragster is
left on.
•Remember: safety first. Create a safe environment to run in and use good common sense always. This will ensure maximal
enjoyment while using the product.
Copyright 2016 Primal RC
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Thank you for purchasing the Primal RC 1/5 Scale Electric Dragster.
This manual contains the instructions you need to operate and
maintain your dragster. It is very important that you take the time
to read and understand the instruction and radio manual. Make
sure you read and follow the precautions and warnings in the
Safety Guidelines section which can be found on the back of the
front cover. These guidelines will educate you on how to run your
dragster safely and maximize its longevity and performance.
This dragster requires advanced R/C user experience and
expertise. You must be 18 years of age or older to operate this
vehicle. Even if you are an experienced R/C driver, it is important
to read and follow the safety guidelines in this manual.
If you have any questions regarding this vehicle or this manual:
Stop, do not use this vehicle and contact us at
www.PrimalRC.com.
Thank you again for your purchase and we look forward to
exceeding your expectations.
Before You Drive
It is extremely important that you read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manuals included
with this product in order to prevent serious damage to your dragster, yourself, and your property. If the
user fails to follow these instructions, it will be considered negligence.
Before starting your dragster, read and understand all manuals and familiarize yourself with the model
completely. If you decide this model is not the right choice for you or you do not want to assume
responsibility for your safety, then do not attempt to start it. Do not run the ve hicle at all and please
contact us to make arrangements to return your vehicle.
If your vehicle arrives with damage from transit please do not run the vehicle and contact us.
Used vehicles cannot be accepted for returns or exchanges under any circumstances.
If you have any questions about your dragster, please email us at [e-mail]. Maintenance
and replacement parts may be purchased directly from www.PrimalRC.com.
Your satisfaction is our primary goal at Primal RC!
Table of Contents
2 Before you Drive
3 Receiver connection
4 Radio Operations
5 Assembly
5 Gear Box
6 Chassis
7 Rear Arm
9 Motor assembly
10 Gear mesh
13 Brake system
14 Front End
19 Lower Chassis
20 Body
23 Front Tire
23 Rear Tire
25 Exploded View
27 Parts List
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To prevent serious personal injury and/or property damage, operate all remotely controlled models in a
responsible manner as outlined herein.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLACE TO OPERATE YOUR R/C MODEL.
INSPECT YOUR MODEL BEFORE OPERATION.
AFTER OPERATION OF YOUR R/C MODEL.
Do not run on public streets or highways. This could cause serious accidents, personal injuries, and/or damage.
Never run R/C models near people or animals.
To avoid injury, do not run in confined spaces.
Do not run where loud noises can disturb others, such as hospitals and residential areas.
Never run indoors. There is high risk of fire and/or damage.
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Make sure that screws and nut are properly tightened. It is also a good idea to use removable thread lock wherever metal
screws go into metal, especially for engine mounts and the engine pilot shaft.
Always use fresh batteries for your transmitter and for your receiver to avoid losing control of the model.
Always test the brakes and throttle before starting your engine to avoid losing control of the model.
Make sure no one else is using the same radio frequency as you are using.
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Turn off receiver first, then turn off transmitter, this will prevent runaways.
Be careful when handling batteries, they will be hot after running.
Replace any batteries that have been dented or have frayed wires, short circuits can cause fire.
Be sure to keep your R/C model clean of excess dirt and grease, this will increase the life.
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CAUTIONS
Equipment needed
14.8V 4S Li-Po battery
Receiver Connection
×2
Charger
AA battery ×4
14.8V 4S Li-Po battery
-
Negative
Black
-
Negative
Black
+
Positive
Red
+
Positive
Red
14.8V 4S Li-Po battery
QS2136
Brushless Motor 960KV
Steering Servo
Receiver
QS2135
Brushless ESC 200A
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Steering Wheel
Servo Sub-Trim
To be used for centering
the steering and throttle.
Model Select
Allows you to store and retrieve
programming Data for any
model 0 through 9.
Programming a receiver to
recognize the code of only
one specific transmitter.
Selecting menus and
programming the
transmitter.
Steering Dual Rate
Adjustment the throttle
and steering when it is
reverse.
To be used to adjust
steering servo throw.
End point adjustments allow you to
set the limits of all channels.
To be used to adjust steering
and throttle channel control
exponential.
Exponential
To be used for centering
the steering and throttle.
Servo Trim Anti-Lock Braking System
Primarily used on gasoline or glow
models that feature a throttle servo.
Model naming
Allows you to name each of the
10 different models.
Binding
Fail-safe setup
Before beginning the binding process, connect the switch harness, servos, and the receiver battery
to your MR-3D receiver. Make sure that both the transmitter and the receiver are turned OFF.
1. Turn the transmitter ON.
2. Press and hold the receiver setup button, then turn the power switch on the
ON position. The receiver LED will flash quickly. Release the setup button
after 1 second.
3.Press and hold the binding button on the transmitter for 1 second until the
LED on the receiver is continuously lit.
1. Move the steering wheel or throttle trigger to the position where you want
the servo to move, press and hold the receiver setup button for 2 second
until the red LED on the receiver flash slowly, then press and hold the
receiver setup button again within 5 seconds until the receiver LED is
continuously lit, that's mean the F/S function has been correctly set.
2.Verify if the failsafe function has been correctly set. Turn off the
transmitter, then check if the servos moves to the position that you set.
Attention Note Direction
Do not mix batteries of different ages or types.
Bind Switch
Throttle Trim
3CH Switch
Power Switch
Steering Trim Steering Dual Rate Throttle Trigger
To be used for throttle operation.
Forward Stop(Neutral)
Brake / Reverse
Straight (Neutral)
Left turn Right turn
Antenna
Built-in
Radio Function & Operations
To be used for centering
the steering. To be used to adjust steering
servo throw.
ON OFF
L R
F
DEC
INC
B
To be used for centering
the throttle.
This switch is used for
optional parts.
Programming End Point / EPAReverse Switch
Programming Window
Battery Level Indicator
Exchange Batteries
Battery/Switch Harness
Setup button
Antenna Wire
Receiver
Auxiliary(Channel 3)
Throttle(Channel 2)
Steering(Channel 1)
When the battery level indicator(LED)
blinks in red, replace the batteries with
new ones immediately.
Good Batteries
Low Batteries
(Light Blinks)
Voltage Monitor
S
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Gear Box
M4×6mm
M4×14mm
QS2217
QS2218
Bearing 20×32×7mm
QS2098
QS2096
Bearing 12×24×6mm
O-Ring
23×30×3.5mm
QS2012
M4 Locking Washer
QS2201
M4×16mm
QS2219
Bearing 17×30×7mm
QS2097
PIN 4×18mm
QS2059
PIN 4×24mm
QS2012
QS2219
M4×16mm
QS2217
M4×6mm
QS2051
Drive gear 20
Tooth
QS2059
Drive gear shaft
QS2052
Idler gear 30
Tooth
QS2046
Diff shaft
QS2012
Pin 4×24mm
×1
×4
×10
×1
×2
×2
×2
×2
×1
×2
QS2096
Bearing 12×24×6mm
QS2218
M4×14mm
QS2201
M4 locking
washer
QS2047
Gear box set
QS2059
Pin 4×18mm
QS2059
C-Clip 10.5mm
QS2050
Gear 48 Tooth
QS2047
Gear box set
QS2047
Gear box set
QS2097
Bearing 17×30×7mm
QS2098
Bearing 20×32×7mm
QS2012
O-Ring 23×30×3.5mm
QS2012
Gear mount
QS2219
M4×16mm
QS2047
Gear box set
QS2113
Completed
gear set
GREASE
1
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Chassis Assembly
M5×12mm
QS2232
M4×16mm
QS2231
QS2024
Reinforcement
plate
QS2011
Rear chassis
plate QS2231
M4×16mm
QS2232
M5×12mm
QS2232
M5×12mm
QS2013
Rear arm mounting seat
2
×10
×6
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Rear Arm
Rear Arm
Caution : Adjust the Drive Shaft
into the groove.
M4×6mm
M4×14mm
QS2217
QS2218
QS2096
Bearing 12×24×6mm
PIN24mm
QS2053
M5×14mm
QS2221
QS2014
Rear arm
QS2054
Drive axle
QS2060
Rear hub carrier
QS2053
Wheel hex hub
24mm
QS2001
Drive shaft 15×88mm
L / R
QS2217
M4×6mm
QS2218
M4×14mm
QS2096
Bearing 12×24×6mm
QS2053
PIN 4× 24mm
QS2221
M5×14mm
3
4
×2
×2
×8
×4
×2
×10
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M4×12mm
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2212
M5×12mm
QS2214
QS2019
Rear wing mounting
seat
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2212
M4×12mm
QS2019
Rear wing mounting seat
QS2129
Rear upper plate
QS2214
M5×12mm
5
6
7
×4
×4
×6
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M4×12mm
QS2257
M4×12mm
QS2257
M4×12mm
QS2257
QS2096
Bearing 12×24×6mm
QS2096
Bearing 12×24×6mm
QS2096
Bearing 12×24×6mm
QS2058
Clutch bell
QS2126
Clutch house
QS2138
Pinion gear 17T
M5×5mm
QS2260
M5×5mm
QS2125
Clutch mount
QS2125
Clutch mount
QS2124
Motor mount
QS2124
Motor mount
QS2136
Brushless Motor 960KV
M4 Locking Washer
QS2201
M4 Locking Washer
QS2201
M4×16mm QS2219
M4×16mm
QS2219
M4×16mm
QS2231
M4×16mm
M5×16mm
QS2233
M5×16mm
QS2233
M5×16mm
QS2231
QS2233
×2
×4
×1
×4
×1
M4 Spring Washer
QS2246
M4 Spring Washer
QS2246
QS2260
×1
×2
×2
8Motor Assembly
QS2122
Clutch
QS2122
Clutch
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55 54 53 52 51 50
14 9.43 9.26 9.09 8.91
15 8.8 8.64 8.48 8.32 8.16
16 8.1 7.95 7.8 7.65 7.5
17 7.48 7.34 7.2 7.06
GEAR RATIO
9
10
10
M5×16mm
QS2233
M5×16mm
QS2233 ×2
M5×12mm
QS2214
M5×12mm
QS2214 ×1
M4×12mm
QS2212
M4×12mm
M4×10mm
QS2256
M4×10mm
M5×20mm
QS2223
M5×20mm
M4×10mm
QS2229
M4×10mm
M5×8mm
QS2212
QS2256
QS2223
QS2229
QS2202
QS2255
×2
×2
×2
×3
×1
×4
QS2096
Bearing 12×24×6mm
E-Clip 7×14×1mm
QS2202
E-Clip 7×14×1mm
×1
QS2096
Bearing 12×24×6mm
QS2127
Right side plate
QS2255
M5×8mm
QS2255
M5×8mm
QS2040
Gear cover set
QS2139
Spacer 3.5mm
QS2073
Spur gear holder
QS2076
Spur gear 53T
QS2128
Gear plate
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Adjust the motor position to get proper gear mesh.
To get a perfect gear mesh, place a piece of paper between the gears and tighten the motor mount screws.
The spur gear may be damaged if the gear mesh is wrong.
12
11
M3×6mm
QS2250
M3×6mm
QS2250 ×3
M4×10mm
QS2229
M4×10mm
QS2229
M4×10mm
M4×8mm QS2258
M4×8mm
QS2258
M4×8mm
M3×5mm
QS2259
M3×5mm
QS2135
Brushless ESC 200A
QS2137
Velcro 400mm
QS2130
Battery
mounting plate
QS2229
QS2258
QS2259
×4
×4
×4
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M4×12mm
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2131
Side plate
QS2131
Side plate
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2028
Chassis joint block
M5×14mm
M4 Nylon Nut
QS2230
QS2221
QS2238
M5×12mm
QS2214
M5×12mm
M5×12mm
QS2214
M5×12mm
QS2214
M5×12mm
QS2214
QS2214
QS2071
Roll cage set
QS2221
M5×14mm
QS2238
M4 Nylon Nut
QS2071
Roll cage set
QS2132
Brake system base
QS2071
Roll cage set
13
14
15
×6
×4
×8
×4
×2
QS2140
Brake system
QS2140
Brake system
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16
17
M4×16mm
QS2231
M4×16mm
QS2231
M4×16mm
M3×12mm
M3×10mm
QS2225
M3×10mm
QS2140
Brake system
QS2140
Brake system
QS2140
Brake system
QS2140
Brake disk
QS2140
Brake system
QS2140
Brake system
QS2140
Brake system
M4×4mm
QS2245
M4×4mm
M3×20mm
M3×35mm
QS2254
M3×35mm
QS2252
M3×20mm
QS2226
M3×12mm
QS2226
M3×12mm
QS2231
QS2226
QS2225
QS2245
QS2252
QS2254
×8
×4
×4
×2
×4
×4 L / R
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Front
QS2025
Chassis reinforcement bar
QS2037
Chassis 1
QS2038
Chassis 2
QS2027
Frame cage
M4×16mm
QS2231
M4×12mm
QS2230
QS2231
M4×16mm
QS2230
M4×12mm
18
×12
×10
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Front
×2
Front
QS2002
Front axle
QS2031
Front hub carrier
QS2032
Front hex hub 12mm
QS2030
Front suspension arm
M3×3mm
QS2242
PIN 2×11mm
QS2032
Bearing 5×10×4mm
QS2093
M3×10mm
QS2208
PIN Bushing 3×4.5×5.2mm
QS2031
M4×16mm
QS2231
QS2093
Bearing 5×10×4mm
QS2242
M3×3mm
QS2032
PIN 2×11mm
QS2031
PIN Bushing 3×4.5×5.2mm
QS2208
M3×10mm
QS2231
M4×16mm
19
20
×2
×2
×4
×4
×4
×4
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16
QS2035
Servo arm
M3×8mm
QS2224
M4×12mm
QS2230
M3×8mm
QS2207
M3×10mm
QS2208
Washer 3×8×1mm
QS2249
QS2003
Steering post
QS2034
Servo mount
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2224
M3×8mm
QS2207
M3×8mm
QS2208
M3×10mm
QS2249
Washer 3×8×1mm
QS2103
NO.712 Servo
21
22
×4
×4
×4
×1
×1
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17
QS2062
5.8mm ball
QS2033
Steering system
M3 Nylon Nut
QS2237
M3×18mm
QS2228
M3×16mm
QS2227
M3×30mm
QS2244
Bearing 6×10×3mm
QS2094
×2
×2
QS2228
M3×18mm
QS2227
M3×16mm
36 mm
QS2062
5.8mm ball
QS2244
M3×30mm
QS2237
M3 Nylon Nut
QS2237
M3 Nylon Nut
QS2094
Bearing 6×10×3mm
QS2094
Bearing 6×10×3mm
QS2062
5.8mm ball end
QS2062
5.8mm ball end
QS2061
5.8mm ball QS2061
5.8mm ball
QS2061
Turnbuckle 3×48mm
QS2061
5.8mm ball end
QS2061
5.8mm ball end
QS2062
3mm spacer
12 mm
23
×2
×2
×2
×2
×4
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QS2045
Front chassis cover
QS2039
Front wing mount plate
QS2080
Front wing
M3 Nylon Nut
QS2237
M3×16mm
QS2227
M4×10mm
QS2211
M3×12mm
QS2226
M3×4mm
QS2206
M4×16mm
QS2231
M4 Flanged Nylon Nut
QS2241
QS2211
M4×10mm
QS2237
M3 Nylon Nut
QS2226
M3×12mm
QS2227
M3×16mm
QS2206
M3×4mm
QS2241
M4 Flanged Nylon Nut
QS2231
M4×16mm
×1
×2
×2
×2
×3
×2
×2
24
25
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Chassis Assembly
M4×12mm
QS2230
M4×16mm
QS2231
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2230
M4×12mm
QS2231
M4×16mm
QS2231
M4×16mm
26
27
×4
×6
M3×10mm
QS2208
M3×10mm
QS2208
Washer 3×8×1mm
QS2249
Washer 3×8×1mm
QS2133
Servo mount
QS2103
No.712 Servo
QS2249
×4
×4
M3×8mm
QS2224
M3×8mm
QS2224 ×4
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