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Getting Acquainted with Your AfterBurner
Review the components of the AfterBurner to ensure that your kit
is complete before you begin final assembly. (See Figure 1)
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B
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Figure 1 - AfterBurner Contents
Kit Contents:
A. AfterBurner Nitro-Powered High-Speed Funny Car
B. 2-Channel Radio Transmitter
C. Body Washers and Clips
D. Decal Sheet (Not Shown)
Make sure that you have received all parts shown.
If something is missing, call Megatech toll-free at 1-201-662-2800
Safety Warnings
This is a high-speed vehicle and should be treated with care and respect!
Use extreme caution when operating your AfterBurner. Keep your hands,
fingers and any article of clothing away from the wheels and gears.
Model engine fuel is almost invisible when it burns. Always keep a fire
extinguisher nearby when using model engine fuel. This fuel is dangerous,
poisonous, and highly flammable. Use a fuel dispenser with a fueling probe
to fill the fuel tank. Do not pour fuel into the tank directly from a can or
any other method which can spill raw fuel.
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This vehicle is not a toy and must be operated by an adult who will
handle this car safely and take responsibility to avoid any injury.
This model is designed to be operated only in appropriate areas.
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If all of the precautions are followed and your AfterBurner is oper-
ated in a safe and responsible manner, it is an exciting, safe and fun
hobby for you and all who watch.
Required Running Equipment
To operate yourAfterBurner, you will need the following items, which
should be available from your local hobby shop.
1.12 AA alkaline batteries: 8 “AA” alkaline batteries for the
transmitter and 4 “AA” alkaline batteries for the receiver*
2.Glow plug ignitor*
3.Glow plug wrench*
4.Racing Fuel (We recommend
Megatech’s High Velocity
Racing Fuel)*
5.Fuel-filler bottle*
6.Flat head screw driver
* These items are available in Megatech’s
Gas Car/Truck Completer Kit, #MTC 7500
(Pictured right).
The AfterBurner Radio System
Figure 2 - Completer Kit
The AfterBurner comes with a two-channel radio completely installed. The
transmitter has one channel for digital proportional steering and one channel
for digital proportional throttle control. The receiver and receiver batteries
sit in the sealed radio box. Before running the vehicle, always turn on the
transmitter first and then the receiver. When finished running your After-
Burner for the day, always turn the receiver off first, then the transmitter.
WARNING/CAUTION
THE TRANSMITTER IS ALWAYS THE FIRST TO BE SWITCHED
ON AND THE LAST TO BE SWITCHED OFF. NEVER TURN THE
TRANSMITTER OFF WHILE OPERATING THE CAR. THIS WILL
CAUSE THE AfterBurner TO RUN OUT OF CONTROLAND CAUSE
A DANGEROUS CONDITION.
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Fuel
Fuel is the most critical component for making your engine perform
properly. Improper fuels will cause hard starting, poor performance,
and excessive wear on the engine. Fuel for your vehicle must
contain a blend of BOTH synthetic oil and castor oil. Use a high-
quality blended fuel. We only recommend Megatech’s High
Velocity Racing Fuel or another premium quality car/truck fuel with
25% Nitro content.
CAUTION: ALWAYS FOLLOW THE PRECAUTIONS
PRINTED ON THE CONTAINER OF FUEL. KEEP IT AWAY
FROM OPEN FLAMES AND CHILDREN. THE MIXTURE
IS FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS.
Your AfterBurner features a competition fuel tank and priming
system. The tank uses a spring-loaded filler cap over a wide filler
neck for fast, easy fueling. Simply pull open the lid and it will spring
closed when you remove the nozzle. Remember to use a fuel filler
bottle with an attached long nozzle that can be inserted into the filler
neck. Never pour fuel from an open can into the tank or use a funnel.
Preparing to Race
Your AfterBurner comes fully assembled and nearly ready to race right
from the box. Very little setup is required, however, proper
preparation is crucial to maximizing the performance and enjoyment
of your vehicle.
First we do recommend that you
tighten down all of the bolts, as they
may have come lose in transit. Be
especially careful with the engine
mounting bolts as shown in
Figure 3. Because the engine has
such high RPMs, it is important to
make sure the bolts have not
vibrated loose after every use.
Figure 3 - Tighten engine mounting bolts
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Installing the Antenna
Remove the antenna from the slot on top
of the transmitter. Slide it into the hole
on top of the transmitter and turn clock
wise until snug. Do not over-tighten.
Figure 4 - Install Antenna
Installing the Batteries
A. Be sure that both the transmitter and receiver switches are in the
“off” position.
B. Install 8 fresh “AA” alkaline dry
cell batteries in the transmitter
(see Figure 5) paying careful
attention to proper “+” and “-”
polarity. Turn the transmitter on to
make sure the LED light glows
green. Fresh batteries will provide
2 hours of power to the
transmitter. When the red LED
light glows, immediately install
fresh batteries. Failure to do so will result
in loss of control and (most likely) a crash.
Figure 5 - Transmitter Batteries
C. To install the receiver batteries, lift
up on the clasp and gently lift the
cover to the battery box. Then, lift
out the battery guard and the
battery case. Install 4 fresh “AA”
alkaline dry cell batteries and
carefully put everything back into
the battery box (see Figure 6).
Figure 6 - Vehicle Batteries
D. Turn on the transmitter power switch, located
inside the door on the back of the transmitter
(see Figure 7). Next turn on the vehicle’s power
switch and listen for the servos to move slightly.
Move the steering control wheel and the throttle
trigger on the transmitter, making sure that the
steering control operates the front wheels and
Figure 7 - Power Switch
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the throttle trigger operates the slide carburetor. If the servos do not
respond, remove the batteries and make sure they are installed
correctly.
E. Turn off the power switch on the car and then on the transmitter.
Steering Trim
Although your AfterBurner comes factory-assembled, it is
important to finely adjust the steering trim before operating.
1. Turn on the transmitter and
Neutral
then the receiver, but do not
start the engine. Position the
steering trim knob into the
neutral (center) position
(see Figure 8).
2. On a smooth, level, paved
surface, roll the car forward a
few feet at a time. Make sure
it rolls straight, not veering left
or right. If it does not roll
Figure 8 - Set Trim to Neutral
straight, adjust the steering knob until the vehicle rolls straight on
its own.
3. It’s also a good idea to test the steering functions while you are checking
the trim. Just like in a car, turning the wheel on the transmitter to the left
makes the vehicles wheels turn left and vice versa.
4. Range Check: Turn on the transmitter and extend the antenna fully then
switch on the model. walk about 150 feet away and make sure the ve-
hicle responds reliably to the controls.
Operating your AfterBurner
Rnce vehicle capable of
reaching speeds of over 60 MPH. It is capable of causing serious injury or
damage if not operated properly. Your AfterBurner is not a toy. It is
designed for operation by or under close supervision of a responsible adult.
Finding the Right Location
Always drive your car in a wide open area, free from trees, cars and other
obstructions. Do not operate this vehicle on highways or in large crowds of
people. Never operate in heavy winds, rainy weather or after dark. Do not
operate your AfterBurner at times or in locations where the engine’s noise
will be objectionable. Wear hearing protection if you are sensitive to engine
noise. Never operate any Nitro- or gas-powered vehicle in dry bush, dry
grass or dry leaves! This creates a very dangerous fire hazard.
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Breaking In Your Engine
Important! For best performance, maximum enjoyment and longest
service, your Q 1.6 HP engine must be properly broken in before you
adjust it for maximum power. Breaking in your engine enables match-
ing surfaces and parts to establish the correct running tolerances. Prop-
erly breaking in the engine during the first tanks of fuel will
determine how well your engine will run for its entire life.
Breaking in simply requires you
to run three tanks of fuel
through the engine at reduced
power. It’s a great opportunity
to get used to driving your
AfterBurner before it
reaches maximum speed. After
the break in, you may adjust
your engine for maximum
power.
The engine is adjusted at the
factory for the correct break in
Figure 9 - Closing the high speed valve
settings. If your settings somehow
get changed, simply close both the high speed and slow speed needle valves
by turning them clockwise, then:
• open the high speed needle valve three
complete turns
counterclockwise
• open the slow speed needle valve four full
turns
NOTE: Never force the needle valves closed .
Only close them until you feel slight resistance.
Figure 10- slow speed valve
Shutting Off Your Engine
Before you start the engine, it’s important to
know the correct way of shutting it off. To do
this, carefully use needle nose pliers or your
fingers to squeeze the fuel supply line closed. If
you use your fingers to squeeze the tube, use
care or you might get burned. You should wrap
thick tape around the jaws of the pliers to
prevent damaging the fuel line. Squeezing this
tube closed for a few seconds is the only method
Figure 11- stop the engine
you should use to stop the engine.
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NOTE: Read the “Shutting Off Your
Engine” Section Before Continuing!
Starting Your Engine
First, fully extend your antenna and turn the transmitter on. If the
green light ever goes dark or the red light comes on, your transmitter
batteries are low. You should replace them right away. Next turn on
the car’s receiver.
After filling the fuel tank, prime the
engine by pressing the priming button
three times. Then pull the engine starter
handle two or three times to circulate the
fuel into the engine.
Attach a fully charged 1.5 volt glow
plug ignitor to the engine and wait three
Figure 12- Prming the engine
seconds to allow the glow plug to heat up (See Figure 13). During
break in, it may be necessary to leave
the glow plug ignitor attached to the
engine to keep it running while the
air-fuel mixture is adjusted.
Megatech’s MegaNitor rechargeable glow
plug ignitor allows easy starting, and can be
left on the engine to keep it running reliably
during break in.
F
Important: Start the engine using short quick
pulls on the starter handle straight away from
the engine. Do not pull the handle all the way
out or at an angle. Always let the starter handle
back in slowly after each pull. Do not let the
handle go and snap back into the engine.
Once the engine is running, make sure the
throttle trigger is set at idle. If the speed is
too high, open the low speed valve
Figure 14- Use short, quick
pulls
(counterclockwise) until the engine speed slows to a safe idle. If the
engine stops or runs too rich (lots of smoke and liquid fuel droplets
coming from the exhaust), then close the low speed needle valve
(clockwise) until the engine reaches a reliable idle speed. Adjust the low
speed needle valve so the engine idles as rich as possible while still
running. If the engine will not keep running consistently at idle, turn the
idle speed screw 1/4 turn clockwise to increase minimum speed.
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Once you are able to keep the engine running (with the glow plug
ignitor attached if necessary) at a reliable ultra-rich idle, run two full
tanks of fuel through the engine at the rich idle setting.
If the cylinder head temperature gets too hot (260 degrees F), shut
down the engine, let it cool completely and start again.
After you complete the break in, the low speed needle valve can now
be adjusted for performance. Start by running the throttle at idle
for 2 seconds. Then apply full throttle briefly and carefully listen
to the engine. If it accelerates slowly with lots of smoke and liquid
drops of fuel, your air-fuel mix is too rich and you should turn the
low speed needle valve clockwise 1/8 of a turn at a time until the
engine accelerates briskly and reliably. Retest the throttle after each
adjustment.
After this is set correctly, slowly increase the engine speed to
approximately 50% of full throttle. Adjust the high speed needle
valve so the engine again runs as richly as possible. (You actually
want it to be producing lots of oily smoke and spitting oil droplets
from the exhaust).
Run your AfterBurner on a smooth surface at low to medium speed
for another full tank of fuel. Be careful not to maneuver it too harshly or
use any more than half throttle.
To adjust the high speed needle valve, carefully turn the high speed needle
valve clockwise 1/8 of a turn at a time. This allows the engine to run
faster and at a higher pitch sound. Your vehicle will now run faster and
smoother.
Your First Run
Steering
When you begin operating your AfterBurner, it might be wise to hold the
radio horizontal to the ground with the wheel side up. Then the wheel acts
like a steering wheel in a car (see Figure 15). Turn the wheel right and the
car goes right. Turn the wheel left and the car goes left. If you find your
AfterBurner going to one direction or another without any steering input,
you will need to adjust the steering trim. Simply turn the steering trim
knob in the opposite direction that the AfterBurner is pulling (See Steering
Trim on page 7). If the vehicle requires excessive amounts of trim, check
for damage, loose parts or excessive wear in the steering parts.
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Figure 15- Turn the wheel
right and the car goes right.
Turn the wheel left and the
car goes left.
The Brake System
Before running your AfterBurner, be
sure to do a brake check. With the car
runing at idle, roll it forward. It should roll
freely. Now roll the car forward again and
push the throttle trigger forward. The car
should come to a stop almost immediately.
If it does not stop instantly, adjust the brake
actuation rod to give more grip to the brake
pads. If the vehicle does not roll freely, then
adjust the rod in the opposite direction.
Figure 16- brake actuation rod
Adjusting the Throttle Trim
If your AfterBurner accelerates or stalls while in the neutral position, you
will need to adjust the throttle trim control. The throttle trim adjusts the
center point of the throttle servo, allowing you to fine tune the
operation of the transmitter throttle trigger.
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Maintenance
Proper care and simple maintenance should keep your AfterBurner
running well for a long time.
Make sure you thoroughly check your vehicle after each run to
make sure no parts were bent or broken. Also check to make sure
the screws, fasteners, bolts and hardware are secure and tight after
each run. Should you find that any parts are bent, broken or show
excessive wear, you must repair or replace them immediately before
attempting to operate your AfterBurner again. See your local hobby
dealer first for replacement parts. The list on page 3 provides a handy
guide.
Thoroughly clean your AfterBurner after each run to remove oil, fuel
and dirt. We recommend Megatech’s MegaWash, a safe and effective
spray cleaner.
Important: Never leave any fuel in the vehicle’s fuel tank or engine.
The Nitro fuels used in these high-performance vehicles may cause
corrosion and damage your engine. Whenever possible, use up the
fuel in the engine by running the vehicle until it quits, leaving no
fuel in the tank, fuel tube or engine.
Always remove the used batteries from the transmitter and the receiver
box if the vehicle is going to be stored for more than a few days. Also
place two drops of Mega Metal-Guard (after-run oil) down the carburetor
and two drops down the glow plug hole and turn the engine over by pull-
ing on the pull-starter a few times.
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Parts Listing
Part#
Description
781026
Rear Wing
1685
5*8*2.5 Premium Bearing (2 Pack) 781027
Tuned Pipe
16109
Side Exhaust Header
Air Filter
781029
781030
781031
781033
781035
781040
781043
781044
781045
781046
781048
781053
781060
781072
781073
781101
781102
781103
781104
Front Axle
780201
780203
780204
780205
780206
780207
780215
780218
780222
780224
780225
780226
780227
780234
780238
780239
780241
780242
780243
780245
780248
780279
780293
780294
780296
780297
780299
780301
780304
780305
780310
781013
781014
781018
781019
781021
Steering Servo Mount (2)
Tie Rod Set (2)
Flywheel
Radio Box
Front Steering Knuckles (2)
Front Coil Spring
2-speed Spur Gear 42t
2-speed Spur Gear 38t
Suspension Hinge Pins (50mm)
Brake Pads (Pr)
Center Ring Gear & Pinion
Radio Tray
King Pin (2)
Brake Disc
Front Suspension Arms
Front Tire O-ring (2)
Servo Saver
Suspension Arms
Upper Arms (Pr.)
Gearbox Shell
2 Speed Clutch Bell
Rear Axle Shafts (2)
Radio Plate Stabilizer (2)
Engine Mount Spacer Plates (2)
Aluminum Front Rims (2-chrome)
Front Bumper
Gear Case Sides
Drive Shafts (45mm)
100cc Quick-fill Fuel Tank
Adjustable Engine Mount
Center Diff Drive Joints
Rear Body Mount Set
Clutch Spring
Front Body Mount Set
Main Chassis
Center Diff Mounts W/ Brake Cam 781105
Rear Rim/tire Set
Servo Mount Set
781106
781107
781107
Servo Linkage Rod Set
AfterBurner Body Unpainted (w/ Decals)
AfterBurner Body Painted (w/ Decals)
2-speed One-way Bearing
2-speed Clutch Assembly
Suspension Hinge Pins 13.5mm (4) 7802100 Clutch Shoes (3)
Suspension Hinge Pins 23mm (4)
Inner Diff Joints F/R Gearbox
Hex Drive Washers (4)
3mm Copper Ball (4)
Brake Actuator Cam
Center Drive Shafts (2)
Rear Hubs (2)
AfterBurner Upgrade Parts
781080
781081
781082
781083
781084
781085
781086
781087
781088
781089
781090
42t 2-speed Steel Spur Gear
38t 2-speed Steel Spur Gear
16t Pinion Gear
17t Pinion Gear
18t Pinion Gear
19t Pinion Gear
2 Speed Transmition
Muffer Gasket (2)
Clutch Nut
20t Pinion Gear
21t Pinion Gear
22t Pinion Gear
Air Filter Refill
43t 2 Speed Main Gear
43t Steel 2-speed Main Gear
Ball End (8)
Aluminum Brake Spacer
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780241
780225
780226
781032
781032
780293
780207
780225
781043
780243
780224
781032
780293
780243
780204
780239
780304
780294
780226
780296
780222
780227
781060
780305
780297
780218
781073
781105
781040
781104
780205
780206
780310
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EXPLODED VIEW
780204
781048
780299
781106
205
780234
781019
781031
780215
780243
781019
781035
781044
781031
781031
781030
781045
781019
781031
781029
781033
781046
781031
781035
781044
781103
781033
781103
781045
781029
781102
781046
781101
©2005 Megatech International
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Limited Warranty
Megatech Product Support
If you have questions about your model, or you’re having a problem with your model
simply call us at 1-201-662-2800. Our customer support team is available from 10:30am
to 4:30pm eastern standard time to answer your questions. You can also e-mail us at
[email protected] anytime. We stand behind our products 100% and will do our
best to make sure you are satisfied with this product.
Warranty
This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of thirty (30) days from the date of purchase.
No warranties are expressed or implied that cover damage caused by normal use or
wear, or cover or imply how long any part will last before requiring replacement due to
wear. Parts will wear from use and occasionally require replacement. Components are
only covered against manufacturer’s defects in materials, workmanship or assembly
when they are new and unused.
If any component is found to be defective, incorrectly made, or incorrectly assembled
within the warranty coverage time period, it will be repaired or replaced at Megatech’s
discretion.
Limitations
Any and all warranty coverage does not cover replacement of parts and components
damaged by abuse, neglect, improper or unreasonable use, crash damage, water or
excessive moisture, chemical damage, improper or infrequent maintenance, accident,
unauthorized alteration or modification, use of improper fuels, or items that are consid-
ered consumable.
All warranty claims are handled directly by Megatech. The place of purchase can assist
you in contacting Megatech and determining which components might be defective, but
he is under no obligation to provide free replacement parts or service. Megatech does not
authorize over-the-counter exchanges or refunds for Megatech products that have been
used. Megatech will make the sole and final determination if a product or component can
be covered under warranty.
Megatech will NOT pay for the cost of shipping or transportation of a defective compo-
nent from you to us.
Limitations of Liability
Megatech makes no other warranties expressed or implied. Megatech shall not be liable
for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages arising out of the assembly,
installation, or use of their products or any accessory or chemical required to use their
products. By the act of operating/using the product, the user accepts all the resulting
liability. In no case shall Megatech’s liability exceed the actual purchase price paid for
the product. All warranty claims will be handles directly by Megatech. The Megatech
warranty gives the customer specific legal rights and possibly other rights that vary from
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state to state. Megatech is not obligated to provide upgraded products at a reduced rate
when a previous product’s production cycle has ended. Megatech reserves the right to
modify warranty provisions without notice.
Obtaining Warranty and Repair Service
Call us first! Before you begin the process of obtaining warranty or repair service,
please call us at 1-201-662-2800 and speak with one of our friendly and knowledgeable
Support Team Technicians. Often a product might appear defective, or to malfunction,
only because it is being used improperly or requires a simple adjustment. One phone call
to our experienced support team just might get you back and running!
If any component is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced and returned.
Any needed repairs that are not covered under warranty will be estimated on an indi-
vidual basis, prior to any work being done.
The package shipped to Megatech Service Department should be insured to cover the
value of a new replacement. Megatech will not be responsible for items lost in transit to
us.
When you return a product to Megatech, please provide the following:
• Return address (No PO Boxes)
• Note describing the problem
• Proof of purchase indicating the date of purchase
Shipping to Service Department Guidelines
• Remove all batteries from the model including NiCd packs and AA batteries.
• If the transmitter is being returned, remove the AA batteries.
• DO NOT SEND fuel, batteries, chargers, glow plug igniters, instructions manuals,
bodies or any other accessories you use to run your model. This will save shipping cost
and prevent the possibility of those items becoming lost. Megatech will not be liable for
accessory items lost during the repair process.
• If your model is equipped with aftermarket accessories and has a replacement value
higher than a stock new model, consider removing the accessories prior to shipment. In
case of loss during transit from Megatech to you, Megatech can only be responsible for
the replacement cost of a new stock model.
• Package the product in the most efficient size box possible. Loose product in oversize
boxes can increase the risk of loss or additional damage in route to Megatech.
• Include a note with a brief description of the problem
• Include a daytime and evening phone number or e-mail address that the service
department may use to contact you with questions or estimates regarding the repair.
• Include a return shipping address. We cannot ship to Post Office boxes.
Ship Items Freight prepaid to:
Megatech International
Attn: Service Department
8300 Tonnelle Avenue
North Bergen NJ 07047
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