exceed infinity throttle servo
03-01-2008 | 12:59 AM
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exceed infinity throttle servo
so hi guys i just put FRESH batteries and i turned the tx/rx on and i pulled the throttle trigger all the way down and the servo either didnt move or it moved like 1mm it was like a electronic assist for you to move it... almost any help would be appreciated, Thanks.
03-01-2008 | 11:33 AM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
it might be the wires in the servo that are bad. just check it over. If they arent brand new it might be broke. if it is i recommend the fatuba ones. they are super fast and strong
03-01-2008 | 02:09 PM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
uhm how much does a new thottle futaba servo cost? my steering one is fine.. and the connections are good.... but like you said it could be a bad wire can it being wet cause a problem??
03-01-2008 | 07:11 PM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
yea... let it dry and if it doesnt work id bring it to the hobby store have them look at it and if it still doesnt work the futaba one with plastic gears is $13 and the metal gear one is like $35
03-02-2008 | 11:16 AM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
wow i have NO money =( except a $5 target giftcard so $13 or 35$ is a long reach.... ill look in the servo today
p.s. ive never looked in a servo before.... but i think ill know if theres something wrong.
p.s. ive never looked in a servo before.... but i think ill know if theres something wrong.
03-04-2008 | 01:14 PM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
i already interchanged the servo wires on the reciever (still the same result) i just got 1gb of computer memory so $23-40=$17 so i have $17 now woohoo im rich!
03-06-2008 | 05:28 PM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
.....oh well i do that all the time [X(] is there any other way to fix this other than buy a new servo?? i did not look inside the servo yet because i forgot =P what should i look for in the servo when i do take it apart?
03-17-2008 | 10:31 PM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
thanks again andy =)) can you pm me the shipping number? so i can keep an eye on it and see if can estimate when it will be here
03-17-2008 | 10:38 PM
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yo don't worry about it. Bad servo let me know your order number i'll replace your servo.
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I tested the reciever by plugging the steering servo into the throttle channel and it passed. The throttle servo itself wasnt responding to input from the transmitter. I actually took the time and dissasembled the servo and found that a small piece of the black casing material had contaminated the grease and caused a jam. the servo motor was jammed and I had to force the tiny brass gear around with a tiny screwdriver to free it. Once it was un-jammed it responded to the transmitter. I put all the tiny plastic gears back in, sealed it up and installed it. I tested it, but I haven't driven the car because I cant trust it. I ordered a replacement servo, chassis screws and rear pins off nitrorcx lastnight, and fortunately I had ordered new wheels and tires earlier because I know they wear out.
Anhow, is there any warranty on parts? Can I get help in this kinda situation?
03-17-2008 | 11:04 PM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
i think thats part of the hobby but even if u had a fail safe it still wouldent of helped you b/c the servo jamed. i think you should replace the stock servo with a cheaper but better one like a futaba 3003. it fits right in and will work well for a thottle servo
03-17-2008 | 11:58 PM
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Let me have your order number and I'll issue a credit for the servo.
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Andy. I got an exceed Ultra From Raidentech about 10 days ago. On the 5th tank, just after break in I started opening the throttle up all the way and it was doing good, shifting fine, tracking straight etc. At one point it got stuck wide open as the servo stopped responding. I could not brake or slow the motor. I had to send it flying back my way and made circles around myself at full throttle until I could get close to the thing and pinch off the fuel line. In the process I hit a curb and toasted a back wheel, and scratched the chassis and engine heatsink as well. Damage.
I tested the reciever by plugging the steering servo into the throttle channel and it passed. The throttle servo itself wasnt responding to input from the transmitter. I actually took the time and dissasembled the servo and found that a small piece of the black casing material had contaminated the grease and caused a jam. the servo motor was jammed and I had to force the tiny brass gear around with a tiny screwdriver to free it. Once it was un-jammed it responded to the transmitter. I put all the tiny plastic gears back in, sealed it up and installed it. I tested it, but I haven't driven the car because I cant trust it. I ordered a replacement servo, chassis screws and rear pins off nitrorcx lastnight, and fortunately I had ordered new wheels and tires earlier because I know they wear out.
Anhow, is there any warranty on parts? Can I get help in this kinda situation?
yo don't worry about it. Bad servo let me know your order number i'll replace your servo.
Thanks
Andy
Thanks
Andy
I tested the reciever by plugging the steering servo into the throttle channel and it passed. The throttle servo itself wasnt responding to input from the transmitter. I actually took the time and dissasembled the servo and found that a small piece of the black casing material had contaminated the grease and caused a jam. the servo motor was jammed and I had to force the tiny brass gear around with a tiny screwdriver to free it. Once it was un-jammed it responded to the transmitter. I put all the tiny plastic gears back in, sealed it up and installed it. I tested it, but I haven't driven the car because I cant trust it. I ordered a replacement servo, chassis screws and rear pins off nitrorcx lastnight, and fortunately I had ordered new wheels and tires earlier because I know they wear out.
Anhow, is there any warranty on parts? Can I get help in this kinda situation?
03-18-2008 | 09:01 AM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
Hi Andy. Thanks for offering to help. My Raidentech Order number was 334163. Let me know if you need any other information and thanks again.
03-29-2008 | 06:33 PM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
hey brother i had the same problem if you have been driving in the
rain in its stuck because the condansation get a new servo
rain in its stuck because the condansation get a new servo
03-29-2008 | 10:49 PM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
hey andy just got my new servo =)) well actually it was like a week ago... i got it fixed and ran though a puttle which was NOT a good idea =P
03-29-2008 | 11:15 PM
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RE: exceed infinity throttle servo
i got it fixed and ran though a puttle which was NOT a good idea =P
Since the weather here has been just CRAP I have been upgrading my ride. I'll be posting pics soon.
