Cautionary notice: Because all engines are not the same, Associated Electrics, Inc. does not accept responsibility for any damage to the engine, engine parts, or other components arising from following the instructions given below. Please read your engine manual for the engine manufacturer's recommended steps for the following procedure. For more info or assistance, do not contact Associated; please contact your engine manufacturer.
Stripped Gears |
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Problem: |
Solution: |
Landing off jump strips spur gear. |
Stop landing off jumps with finger on trigger. |
When your truck lands on its rear off a jump, it creates a heavy load on the rear tires, almost locking them momentarily. If you are pulling the throttle trigger while the wheels are locked, and the Associated slipper clutch is set tight, then the spur gear's plastic teeth will bear the brunt of the engine load and give way. Do not pull the trigger when landing.
To check if this is the problem, do the following.
1. Ask yourself if you are or have been pulling the trigger during and after a jump. If
Yes, then this may be the problem. If No, then you can stop here and look elsewhere for a
solution.
If this is the problem, do the following.
1. Stop landing off jumps with throttle on.