Shockwave Question    Gallery
View related threads: (in this forum | in all forums)

Logged in as Guest



Users viewing this topic: none
    Search This Thread  
 
Printable Version
More Resources on the
Shockwave (Tornado XL)
  • See User Ratings
  • Suggest Compatible Equip.
  • Check for Retailers
    • All Forums >> RC Cars, Buggies, Trucks, Tanks and more >> Redcat Racing Support >> Shockwave Question
    Page: [1]

    Tower Hobbies Get Coupon Codes Brands  
    Login
    Message << Older Topic   Newer Topic >>
    Shockwave Question - 8/21/2012 11:11 PM   
    lmcgrew02


     

    Posts: 2
    Score: 100
    Joined: 8/21/2012
    Last Login: 8/24/2012
    From: Wausa, NE, USA
    Status: offline

    I am new to RC cars and my step son recently purchased a shockwave.  We have used it 8 to 10 times and now all of a sudden we have lost throttle control from the remote to the car.  We have steering but no throttle.  I was just wondering if anyone would be willing to help out a new guy and  give me some tips on what I should be looking for to get our throttle control working again.  Thanks you.



    Hide Signatures
           Post #: 1

    RE: Shockwave Question - 8/21/2012 11:43 PM   
    Dads like rc too


     

    Posts: 685
    Score: 540
    Joined: 11/14/2011
    Last Login: 5/22/2013
    From: myrtle beach, SC, USA
    Status: offline
    quote:

    ORIGINAL: lmcgrew02

    I am new to RC cars and my step son recently purchased a shockwave.  We have used it 8 to 10 times and now all of a sudden we have lost throttle control from the remote to the car.  We have steering but no throttle.  I was just wondering if anyone would be willing to help out a new guy and  give me some tips on what I should be looking for to get our throttle control working again.  Thanks you.



    You might try re-binding your radio. A quick test for the receiver or servo. You said the steering works, so plug the steering servo into the throttle plug on the receiver. Now use the throttle on the radio, it should now operate the steering servo. If it does, the throttle servo is bad, if it doesn't, the receiver is bad.

    _____________________________

    Caldera 10e : Volcano EPX : Monsoon XTR : Sumo x2 :

    Hide Signatures

    (in reply to lmcgrew02)
           Post #: 2

    RE: Shockwave Question - 8/24/2012 1:43 AM   
    lmcgrew02


     

    Posts: 2
    Score: 100
    Joined: 8/21/2012
    Last Login: 8/24/2012
    From: Wausa, NE, USA
    Status: offline

    I figured out that the throttle servo wasnt plugged in all the way.  Thank you for your response.  I have a new issue now we don't have any controls on the remote.   I am thinking that the reciever went out but I don't really know how to test it.  I was wondering if anyone could give me some tips on this issue.



    Hide Signatures

    (in reply to lmcgrew02)
           Post #: 3

    RE: Shockwave Question - 8/24/2012 2:29 AM   
    Dads like rc too


     

    Posts: 685
    Score: 540
    Joined: 11/14/2011
    Last Login: 5/22/2013
    From: myrtle beach, SC, USA
    Status: offline
    quote:

    ORIGINAL: lmcgrew02

    I figured out that the throttle servo wasnt plugged in all the way.  Thank you for your response.  I have a new issue now we don't have any controls on the remote.   I am thinking that the reciever went out but I don't really know how to test it.  I was wondering if anyone could give me some tips on this issue.



    any clicking, buzzing from the servos when you power on? Make sure the battery connection is good, cheap plug...sometimes needs to be jiggled. Make sure your batteries are tight in the battery holder. Always wrap a rubber band around them. Also, is the light on the radio? Wouldn't be the first one to lose battery connection. Sometimes you need to gently pry the battery tabs out a little on the radio to make good contact. Then if all thats good try re-binding the radio.

    _____________________________

    Caldera 10e : Volcano EPX : Monsoon XTR : Sumo x2 :

    Hide Signatures

    (in reply to lmcgrew02)
           Post #: 4



    Page:   [1]
    All Forums >> RC Cars, Buggies, Trucks, Tanks and more >> Redcat Racing Support >> Shockwave Question
    Page: [1]

    More Resources on the
    Shockwave (Tornado XL)
  • See User Ratings
  • Suggest Compatible Equip.
  • Check for Retailers

    • Jump to:


     
    Google 



    Search | Marketplace | Event Calendar | Local Clubs | Magazine | Product Ratings | New Products | Discussion Forums

    Photo Gallery | Instructor Search | Field|Track|Marina Search

    Advertisers | Hobby Vendor Resources | Rate Manufacturers | Sign In/Sign Up

    SITE MAP!   : :   FORUM RULES

    RC Universe is a service of Internet Brands, Inc. Copyright © 2001-2013.

    Charities we support that also need your help
    Yorkie Rescue | Humane Society | ASPCA | Crohn's-Colitis America


    0.407RCU1