Tamiya Pershing MFU malfunction??
#1
Thread Starter
Tamiya Pershing MFU malfunction??
Hi, tankers!
I have a question...
I have Tamiya Pershing. It's working good, it's shooting and receiving hits, but ... it's not dying even after 15-20 hits...
Where could be a problem??
I have a question...
I have Tamiya Pershing. It's working good, it's shooting and receiving hits, but ... it's not dying even after 15-20 hits...
Where could be a problem??
#2
I suggest checking 2 things. First, when you turn the tank on and then plug the GFS receiver (aka "apple") in, it will run like that. Make sure the apple is plugged in, then turn on the tank.
Second, you might have it in 'test' mode. Check the dip switches on your MF unit and verify they are set correctly (dip switch settings will be covered in the little DMD manual that came with the tank).
Second, you might have it in 'test' mode. Check the dip switches on your MF unit and verify they are set correctly (dip switch settings will be covered in the little DMD manual that came with the tank).
#5
Senior Member
Flip both switches in.
Here is a page from my RCTankCommand.com website with pix: http://www.rctankcommand.com/before-...er-photos.html
Remember.... like Jeff already said: ALL installations, changes and repairs should be done with the tank off. The Tamiya tank only remembers how it was set at start-up. Don't install or remove a apple with the tank on. Keep you wires and tank neat inside and you will have fewer problems in the future. I further recommend you disconnect your battery to prevent and "wiring shorts" and work atop a wood block to prevent a runaway tank. Safety first.
Here is a page from my RCTankCommand.com website with pix: http://www.rctankcommand.com/before-...er-photos.html
Remember.... like Jeff already said: ALL installations, changes and repairs should be done with the tank off. The Tamiya tank only remembers how it was set at start-up. Don't install or remove a apple with the tank on. Keep you wires and tank neat inside and you will have fewer problems in the future. I further recommend you disconnect your battery to prevent and "wiring shorts" and work atop a wood block to prevent a runaway tank. Safety first.
Last edited by thecommander; 10-31-2015 at 07:09 AM.
#6
Thread Starter
Flip both switches in.
Here is a page from my RCTankCommand.com website with pix: http://www.rctankcommand.com/before-...er-photos.html
FYI...ALL installations, changes and repairs should be done with the tank off and battery disconnected if possible...and atop a wood block to prevent a runaway tank.
Here is a page from my RCTankCommand.com website with pix: http://www.rctankcommand.com/before-...er-photos.html
FYI...ALL installations, changes and repairs should be done with the tank off and battery disconnected if possible...and atop a wood block to prevent a runaway tank.
#7
Senior Member
Heavy: M26 Pershing some others tanks... Heavy tank: Tiger 1, KT, KV etc....
Medium; M4 Sherman, Pzr III or IV, Stug etc.... Both switches "out". Five second reload & 5 hits to KO'ed.
#9
pdf for battle unit setup and the build manual .in pdf.
http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/53447ml.pdf
http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/56016ml.pdf
Thanks
Jimmy
http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/53447ml.pdf
http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/56016ml.pdf
Thanks
Jimmy
#10
Thread Starter
pdf for battle unit setup and the build manual .in pdf.
http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/53447ml.pdf
http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/56016ml.pdf
Thanks
Jimmy
http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/53447ml.pdf
http://www.tamiyausa.com/pdf/manuals/56016ml.pdf
Thanks
Jimmy
Very usefull links!!!
#12
Senior Member
Your tank is in "Park" or safety. You didn't do anything wrong.
This is a feature on the Pershing, KVs & M51 Tamiya tanks. They should have made them all the same...IMHO ( all with or all without Park) . Put your tank atop a block...tracks off the workbench. Set your throttle trim tab to full (125%) down/reverse and rev the throttle (Joystick up/forward to full throttle and then down/reverse to full throttle). Then return trim to zero/center. If you have a normal radio this is very easy. If you have a fully programmable (digital trim) radio it will be more difficult (refer to your owners manual). This is one of the reasons I recommend a simple Futaba 4 YF or similar radio. K.I.S.S. This is the custom tank radio that I sell: http://www.ebay.com/itm/UPGRADE-TO-A...AAAOSwVL1WEu74 You should now be able to drive the tank. If not ....then set your trim to full (125%) up/forward instead of reverse. Then rev the throttle (Joystick up/forward to full throttle and then down/reverse to full throttle). Occasionally, someone goofs,the motor wire hook-up... and the tank will recoil forward. Your tracks should now move. Return your trims to zero/center. If you have a Turnigy/inertia chip it will be even more difficult to do this as the motor revs up & down very slowly.
This is a very common issue. PM me you phone # if you still have trouble and I will walk you thru it by phone. Bob
This is a feature on the Pershing, KVs & M51 Tamiya tanks. They should have made them all the same...IMHO ( all with or all without Park) . Put your tank atop a block...tracks off the workbench. Set your throttle trim tab to full (125%) down/reverse and rev the throttle (Joystick up/forward to full throttle and then down/reverse to full throttle). Then return trim to zero/center. If you have a normal radio this is very easy. If you have a fully programmable (digital trim) radio it will be more difficult (refer to your owners manual). This is one of the reasons I recommend a simple Futaba 4 YF or similar radio. K.I.S.S. This is the custom tank radio that I sell: http://www.ebay.com/itm/UPGRADE-TO-A...AAAOSwVL1WEu74 You should now be able to drive the tank. If not ....then set your trim to full (125%) up/forward instead of reverse. Then rev the throttle (Joystick up/forward to full throttle and then down/reverse to full throttle). Occasionally, someone goofs,the motor wire hook-up... and the tank will recoil forward. Your tracks should now move. Return your trims to zero/center. If you have a Turnigy/inertia chip it will be even more difficult to do this as the motor revs up & down very slowly.
This is a very common issue. PM me you phone # if you still have trouble and I will walk you thru it by phone. Bob
Last edited by thecommander; 11-01-2015 at 03:41 PM.
#13
Yes I keep my Pershing on a simple Speektrum DX5e that way all I have to due is slide the tab down then full down with the stick unlocks park .
Thanks
Jimmy
Thanks
Jimmy
#16
Senior Member
Edmunds refer to page 22 at the second link from our buddy Bowlman for the radio set-up. Make sure that your radio joystick end point limits are set to 100% first. If they are not you will not reach full throttle (AKA W.O.T. / wide open throttle or 100% throttle). The more sophisticated the radio the more variables to complicate your set-up.
My offer still stands: If anyone want to borrow a free Futaba 4ch radio w/ receiver from me to set-up or test their tank just PM me. Just pay the postage. Bob.
Last edited by thecommander; 11-02-2015 at 09:16 AM.
#17
I don't know why these guys all keep thinking they need these super complicated radios. i realize that 6 channels are becoming the norm but this computor digitol stuff is just such overkill on this hobby. All it serves is to make the simplest set up complicated and confusing.
#18
I don't know why these guys all keep thinking they need these super complicated radios. i realize that 6 channels are becoming the norm but this computor digitol stuff is just such overkill on this hobby. All it serves is to make the simplest set up complicated and confusing.
#19
I don't know why these guys all keep thinking they need these super complicated radios. i realize that 6 channels are becoming the norm but this computor digitol stuff is just such overkill on this hobby. All it serves is to make the simplest set up complicated and confusing.
#20
some hiccup during a battle with a setting or forget which model is which or forget to check endpoints, expo, mixing after a bench test. Then they become cannon fodder cause their fire button isn't working or elevation is reversed, etc. Also makes initial setup pretty tough with the newer aftermarket boards especially if you don't know your way around your TX.
#21
For sure if your trying to use one TX for multiple toys they are great. Think what PantherG and I have always noticed is mainly during IR battling that tankers will have
some hiccup during a battle with a setting or forget which model is which or forget to check endpoints, expo, mixing after a bench test. Then they become cannon fodder cause their fire button isn't working or elevation is reversed, etc. Also makes initial setup pretty tough with the newer aftermarket boards especially if you don't know your way around your TX.
some hiccup during a battle with a setting or forget which model is which or forget to check endpoints, expo, mixing after a bench test. Then they become cannon fodder cause their fire button isn't working or elevation is reversed, etc. Also makes initial setup pretty tough with the newer aftermarket boards especially if you don't know your way around your TX.
Preparation is the key to being competitive.
#22
Sorry but I must disagree. The guys who do that aren't ready to roll. In my days of rc car racing I saw it every race day. the guy who would put his cars away after the race and not touch them again until the next race. Batteries not charged, broken stuff on the car etc. The place to work on stuff and get it ready is at home, not the event. Agreed, things happen during an event which requires repairs or switching tanks. As far as the aftermarket boards go, at least the IBU2, model memory takes care of that in the four tanks I have on IBU2's and the DX6i.
Preparation is the key to being competitive.
Preparation is the key to being competitive.
mere mention of a soldering iron. Gotta think of every level of involvement, age, experience with implementation of these things.
#24
Thats all I was really saying. As far as experienced hobbyists go these digital radios are awesome. People with multiple vehicles and types of vehicles can run all of them with one radio. But, the new person to the hobby may get drawn into a situation that he may not know what he needs or what to buy and will be swayed by all the comments in forums and from dealers. Hey , you need this super trick radio or that radio when really the beginner or even proficient battler can have everything he needs with a simple 4 channel radio. Even my Skysports with only 4 channels actually
have the ability to add fire buttons which make using them even more simple to run. It is all about what you as the hobbyist needs and it is easier to keep it simple. Fortunately the cost of the radios is coming down. you can get some fine Tx's and Rx;s for little money now so it is always an option to upgrade later when the time presents it self. i used to buy a radio and Rx for every tank I had, now I simply just install rx;s in tanks and bind a group to one Tx. i can only run one at a time so why not? I keep my groups in an order such as Axis vehicles and allied vehicles so i can always have a battle with either side.
have the ability to add fire buttons which make using them even more simple to run. It is all about what you as the hobbyist needs and it is easier to keep it simple. Fortunately the cost of the radios is coming down. you can get some fine Tx's and Rx;s for little money now so it is always an option to upgrade later when the time presents it self. i used to buy a radio and Rx for every tank I had, now I simply just install rx;s in tanks and bind a group to one Tx. i can only run one at a time so why not? I keep my groups in an order such as Axis vehicles and allied vehicles so i can always have a battle with either side.
#25
That's a good plan Panther G. I've got a radio for everything, maybe next time I'll buy just a receiver. It will allow for the purchase of more tanks if I do what you do. But don't tell Bob.