How to Install Traxxas Battery Expansion Kit
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How to Install Traxxas Battery Expansion Kit
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This is how to install the aftermarket Traxxas Battery Expansion Kit for any Traxxas Rustler/Bandit/Stampede
Remove Body
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Remove Battery
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Remove ESC
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Remove two screws and move the ESC to the side without stretching wires
Remove ESC Mount
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Remove four rear screws and take off ESC mount
Take Battery Pins Out
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The standard battery pins easily unscrew using the included traxxas multi-tool
Add ESC Spacers
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Find ESC mount spacers and install them with the included longer screws
Put Back on ESC
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When screwing back on ESC you may find the wires become a little short. Loosen the box where the wires come from and feed more out and problem will be solved.
COMPLETE!
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Good job! Put your battery back in and you are ready to race.