1:14 SCALE 4WD ON ROAD READY-TO-RUN

#20178 REFLEX 14R HOONICORN

1:14 Scale 4WD Electric On Road RTR Manual

:: Introduction

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.

:: RC14R RTR Features

• Reflex 14R with licensed 1965 Ford Mustang Hoonigan Hoonicorn and officially licensed American Racing VF503 Wheels
• Injection molded brake calipers and rotors with 12mm hex
• 2.4GHz 2-channel radio system
• Reedy brushed speed control and 3-pole brushed motor
• High-Torque Digital Servo with spring-style servo saver
• Molded front universals and rear dog bones
• Sealed front and rear gear differentials
• Center spool with 58T spur (70T included) and protective cover
• Bushings with Oilite® coating
• Molded one-piece tie rods and steering links
• Adjustable body post height locations
• Molded front and rear shock towers with adjustable shock positions
• Fluid damped coilover shock absorbers
• Molded tub chassis with covered center driveshaft
• Adjustable battery tray
• Aluminum center driveshaft
• Serrated wheel screw with 2.0mm hex and 5.5mm nut drive
• Foam front bumper

:: Notes

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.

This symbol indicates a special note or instruction in the manual.

:: Additional

Your new Reflex 14R RTR comes assembled. The following items are needed for completion

• 6-cell NiMh or 2 LiPo battery
• Suitable battery charger
• (4) AA batteries

Tools included:

• Multi-wrench

:: Other Helpful Items

• Silicone Shock Fluid
• Reamer / Hole Punch (#1499)
• Wire Cutters
• Needle Nose Pliers
• FT Dual Turnbuckle Wrench (#1114)
• Silicone Diff Fluid
• Shock Pliers (#1681)
• Soldering Iron
• Hobby Knife
• FT Universal Tire Balancer (#1498)
• Body Scissors (AE Part # 1737)
• FT Hex/Nut Wrenches (AE Part # 1519)
• Green Slime shock lube (AE Part # 1105)
• Calipers or a Precision Ruler

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21062 Bake Parkway
Lake Forest, CA 92630

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:: Hardware – 1:1 Scale View

Cap Head (shcs)

           2.5x12mm (8691)

Button Head (bhcs)

                    2.5x3mm (89201)

                 2.5x6mm (31520)

                    3x6mm (31531)

Button Head (bhst)

           2.5x12mm (21582)

                  2.6x6mm (21546)

                2.6x8mm (21546)

             2.6x10mm (21546)

Pin

                         1.5×3.8 (21516)

Flat Head (fhcs)

               2.5x10mm (21546)

Flat Head (fhst)

                      2x8mm (21546)

                   2.6x8mm (21546)

                2.6x10mm (21546)

Set Screws

                         3×2.5mm (31500)

                           3x3mm (25225)

                        3x8mm (4670)

Nuts (lock/plain)

   M2.5 Locknut (89215, 21546)

Bushings

                 4x7x2.5mm (21580)

                  4x8x3mm (21580)

              7x11x3mm (21580)

          8x12x3.5mm (21580)

Shims and Washers

          2.7×6.7×0.5mm (21546)

               4x8x0.5mm (21516)

Notes:

 

 

 

 

:: Quick Start Guide

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.

Peak Detection
Quick Charger

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.

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.

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

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!

1. Push trigger for Brake
2. Neutral
3. Pull trigger for Throttle

1. Adjust steering trim with this knob so wheels point straight.

Install body and body clips.
Ready to go!

:: Step 1

1. 21516
   Washer
   4x8x0.5mm
2. 21530
   O-Ring
   3.8 x 1mm
3. 21529
   Diff case
4. 21524
   Diff outdrive

1. 21516
   Washer
   4x8x0.5mm
2. 21530
   O-Ring
   3.8 x 1mm
3. 21529
   Diff cap
4. 21524
   Diff outdrive

1. 21529
   Diff sun gear
2. 21516
   Pin
   1.5 x 6mm

:: Step 2

1. 21529
   Diff sun gear
2. 21516
   Pin
   1.5 x 6mm

1. 21529
   Diff cross pin
2. 21529   x3
   Diff planetary gear

:: Step 3

1. 21546   x3
   M2x8mm
   FHST
2. 21526
   Diff ring gear (37T)

1. 21580   x2
   8x12x3.5mm
   bushing

Build 2 (1 front, 1 rear)

:: Step 4

Install pin before installing outdrive into spool mount!

1. 21577
   Center outdrive
2. 21573
   Spur gear spool mount
3. 21516
   Pin
   1.5 x 6mm

1. 21527
   Spur gear, 58T (Kit)
   Spur gear 70T (Included)
2. 21580
   4x8x3mm
   bushing
3. 21580
   8x12x3.5mm
   bushing
4. 21516
   Pin
   1.5 x 6mm
5. 21546   x3
   M2x8mm
   FHST

Install pin before bushing!

:: Step 5

1. 21526
   Pinion gear (15T)
2. 21516
   Pin
   1.5 x 6mm
3. 21580
   8x12x3.5mm
   bushing

:: Step 6

Top of set screw head should be flush with the top of the chassis

1. 4670   x4
   3x8mm
   set screw
2. 21570
   Chassis

:: Step 7

1. 21577
   Outdrive center, front
2. 21580   x2
   4x8x3mm
   bushing

1. 21516
   Pin
   1.5 x 6mm
2. 21526
   Pinion gear (15T)

:: Step 8

1. 21577
   Drive shaft

1. 21546   x10
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST
2. 21504
   Drive shaft cover
3. 21504
   Drive shaft cap
4. 21504
   Gear box cap, rear
5. 21504
   Gear box cap, front

:: Step 9

1. 21510   x2
   Steering post
2. 21505
   Steering bellcrank (right)
3. 31732   x4
   4x7x2.5mm
   bearing
4. 21505
   Steering bellcrank (left)

1. 21522   x2
   Ball stud
   12.5mm
2. 21509   x2
   Hat bushing
3. 21546   x2
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST
4. 21573
   Steering rack

:: Step 10

1. 21546  x2
   Washer
   2.7×0.5mm
2. 21546   x2
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST
3. 31520   x2
   M2.5x6mm
   BHCS
4. 21504
   Top plate

1. 21505
   Battery Mount, (front)
2. 21505
   Battery Mount, (rear)
3. 21546   x2
   M2.5x10mm
   FHCS

:: Step 11

1. 21505
   Servo Mount
2. 21505
   Wire clip
3. 21546   x4
   M2.5x10mm
   FHCS

1. 21573
   Shock tower, front
2. 21546   x4
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST

:: Step 12

1. 21573
   Shock tower support, rear
2. 21546   x2
   M2.6x10mm
   BHST

1. 21573
   Shock tower, rear
2. 21546   x6
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST

:: Step 13

1. 21579   x2
   Inner hinge pin, 3x47mm
2. 21574   x2
   Front suspension arms
3. 21501
   Arm mount, B
4. 21501   x2
   Arm mount bushing
5. 21574   x2
   Front arm spacers
6. 21501
   Arm mount, A

1. 21546   x2
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST

:: Step 14

1. 21573
   Skid plate, front
2. 21546   x6
   M2.5x10mm
   FHCS

1. 21575
   Caster block, left
2. 21575
   Steering block, left
3. 21523   x2
   Caster block bushings
4. 21580   x2
   7x11x3mm
   bushing

Build left and right sides!

:: Step 15

1. 21576
   Universal drive shaft
2. 21522   x2
   Ball stud
   12.5mm
3. 21575
   Wheel hex
4. 21546   x2
   M2.6x10mm
   BHST

1. 21546
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST
2. 21575
   Brake caliper
3. 21579
   Outer hinge pin, 2x22mm
4. 25225
   M3x3mm
   set screw

Build left and right sides!

:: Step 16

1. 21579   x2
   Inner hinge pin, 3x47mm
2. 21574   x2
   Rear suspension arms
3. 21501
   Arm mount, C
4. 21501   x2
   Arm mount bushing
5. 21574   x2
   Rear arm spacers
6. 21501
   Arm mount, D

1. 21546   x2
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST

:: Step 17

1. 21501
   Skid plate, rear
2. 21546   x6
   M2.5x10mm
   FHCS

1. 21576
   Dog bone, rear
2. 21577
   Axle, rear
3. 21575
   Wheel hex
4. 21580   x2
   7x11x3mm
   bushing
5. 21575
   Rear hub, right

:: Step 18

1. 25225
   M3x3mm
   set screw
2. 21579
   Outer hinge pin, 2x22mm
3. 21546
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST
4. 21575
   Brake caliper

1. 21574   x2
   Body post, rear, right
2. 21173   x2
   Body clip
3. 21546   x2
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST
4. 21574   x2
   Body post stand
5. 21574   x2
   Body post, rear, left

Build left and right sides!

:: Step 19

Build x2 (right and left side)

1. 21577   x2
   Ballstud
   4.3mm
2. 21574
   Rod end link
3. 21582   x2
   M2.5x12mm
   BHST

1. 21574
   Rod end link

1. 21577   x2
   Ballstud
   4.3mm
2. 21574
   Rod end link
3. 21582   x2
   M2.5x12mm
   BHST

:: Step 20

1. 21571
   Shock body
2. 21571
   Shock shaft

1. 21571
   Shock holder
2. 21577
   Rod end ball, 4.3mm

1. 21571
   Shock spring collar
2. 21572
   Shock spring

1. 21571
   Shock Spring cup

Build x4 (x2 front, x2 rear)

:: Step 21

1. 21577
   Ballstud, 4.3mm
2. 21582   x2
   M2.5x12mm
   BHCS

1. 21577
   Ballstud, 4.3mm
2. 21582   x2
   M2.5x12mm
   BHCS

Build x2 (right and left side)

:: Step 22

1. 21574   x2
   Body post stand
2. 21173   x2
   Body clip
3. 21574   x2
   Body post, front
4. 21546   x2
   M2.5x10mm
   FHCS
5. 21573
   Front bumper mount

1. 21573
   Front bumper foam
2. 21546   x3
   M2.5x10mm
   FHCS

:: Step 23

1. 31500
   M3x2.5mm
   set screw
2. 31520   x2
   M2.5x6mm
   BHCS
3. Brushed motor
4. 21531
   Motor mount cam
5. 21532
   Pinion gear, 16T

1. 21546   x6
   M2.6x10mm
   BHST, silver
2. 21504
   Center diff cap
3. 21531
   Motor mount insert

:: Step 24

   

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.
Excessive 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.

1. 21501
   Bottom spur cap (58T)
2. 21546   x2
   M2.5x8mm
   FHST

:: Step 25

1. 21514   x2
   Steering link ball Cup
2. 21513
   Steering link rod

1. Steering Link
   17.40mm

1. 21546
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST
2. Steering servo
3. 21546
   M2x8mm
   FHST
4. 21522
   Pivot ball
5. 21505
   Servo saver

:: Step 26

1. 21546   x4
   Washer
   2.7×0.5mm
2. 21546   x4
   M2.6x8mm
   BHST
3. 21546
   M2x8mm
   FHST
4. 21522
   Pivot ball

1. 21505
   ESC mount
2. 21546   x2
   M2.6x10mm
   BHST
3. Receiver
4. 6727
   Servo tape

:: Step 27

1. Battery
2. 21173   x2
   Body clips
3. 21505
   Battery strap

1. 6727
   Servo tape
2. ESC

:: Step 28

1. 21569   x2
   Reflex 14R Hoonicorn mounted wheel and tire, rubber
2. 21583   x2
   Wheel screw

Install x4 wheel/tires

:: Step 29

1. 31531   x2
   M3x6mm
   BHCS
2. 21568   x2
   Spacer nut
3. 21568
   Diffuser
4. 21566 – Printed
   21567 – Clear
   Hoonicorn body, bumper

1. 21568   x2
   Taillight nut
2. 31531   x2
   M3x6mm
   BHCS
3. 21568   x2
   Taillight bucket

:: Step 30

1. 21568
   Spoiler
2. 21566 – Printed
   21567 – Clear
   Hoonicorn body
3. 21568   x2
   Spacer nut
4. 31520   x2
   M2.5x6mm
   BHCS

1. 31520   x2
   M2.5x6mm
   BHCS
2. 89215   x2
   M2.5mm
   Locknut

:: Step 31

1. 21568
   Turbo, right side
2. 21568
   Turbo, left side

1. 31520
   Manifold
2. 21568
   M2.5x6mm
   BHCS

:: Step 32

1. 89201   x3
   M2.5x3mm
   BHCS

1. 21173   x4
   Body clips

:: Step 33

HOONIGAN (HŌŌN’ • Î • G∃N) n.

A person who operates a motor vehicle in an aggressive and unorthodox manner, consisting of, but not limited to, drifting, burnouts, doughnuts as well as acts of automotive aeronautics.
One who hoons.

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