Servo Takin Apart
10-18-2006, 10:26 PM
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Servo Takin Apart
Ok don't ask me how I did this bbut accidently I took apart my servo so I got about two questions. Number 1... Does it matter how my internal servo gears sit when I put the cap back on and also my next question is is I got a TC3 and as I move the servo to control steering I can't remeber if I push it so far left it will lock in by basically having my turnbuckle go out and then back in (know what I mean)? If you dont then ask me what you will need me to clarify on.
10-18-2006, 10:58 PM
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RE: Servo Takin Apart
Question #1:
It does matter how your servo gears go back in. Generally, there will be only one way to do it so that your servo will work. So, if your servo works when you put it back together, you're good to go.
Question #2:
I think you're asking about the action of the steering rack on your TC3. You should have enough servo throw so that your steering rack will move fully to the end both to the left and to the right. However, you do not want your rack to bind up too much as it will eventually damage your servo. The best way to eliminate excess binding in your steering is to adjust the EPA and/or DR on your radio. If you do not have a transmitter with these adjustments, your next best option is to move the ball end one hole closer towards the pivot point on your servo horn.
I hope I answered your questions, and I hope that all makes sense...
It does matter how your servo gears go back in. Generally, there will be only one way to do it so that your servo will work. So, if your servo works when you put it back together, you're good to go.
Question #2:
I think you're asking about the action of the steering rack on your TC3. You should have enough servo throw so that your steering rack will move fully to the end both to the left and to the right. However, you do not want your rack to bind up too much as it will eventually damage your servo. The best way to eliminate excess binding in your steering is to adjust the EPA and/or DR on your radio. If you do not have a transmitter with these adjustments, your next best option is to move the ball end one hole closer towards the pivot point on your servo horn.
I hope I answered your questions, and I hope that all makes sense...
10-18-2006, 11:16 PM
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RE: Servo Takin Apart
ORIGINAL: Taffey
Question #1:
It does matter how your servo gears go back in. Generally, there will be only one way to do it so that your servo will work. So, if your servo works when you put it back together, you're good to go.
Question #1:
It does matter how your servo gears go back in. Generally, there will be only one way to do it so that your servo will work. So, if your servo works when you put it back together, you're good to go.
ORIGINAL: Taffey
Question #2:
I think you're asking about the action of the steering rack on your TC3. You should have enough servo throw so that your steering rack will move fully to the end both to the left and to the right. However, you do not want your rack to bind up too much as it will eventually damage your servo. The best way to eliminate excess binding in your steering is to adjust the EPA and/or DR on your radio. If you do not have a transmitter with these adjustments, your next best option is to move the ball end one hole closer towards the pivot point on your servo horn.
Question #2:
I think you're asking about the action of the steering rack on your TC3. You should have enough servo throw so that your steering rack will move fully to the end both to the left and to the right. However, you do not want your rack to bind up too much as it will eventually damage your servo. The best way to eliminate excess binding in your steering is to adjust the EPA and/or DR on your radio. If you do not have a transmitter with these adjustments, your next best option is to move the ball end one hole closer towards the pivot point on your servo horn.
All help is appreciated and I would like to say thanks! If you need me to clarify any problems, just have a shoot and ask me.
~Dylan
10-18-2006, 11:38 PM
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RE: Servo Takin Apart
Hey Dylan-
Yes, by "bind" I mean when the steering rack travels all the way to one side and stops up against the post, but the servo keeps pushing. This is what may eventually burn out your servo. The first thing you need to do before reinstalling your servo horn is to center the servo: Power up your transmitter and put the trim in the middle, then turn on your receiver. Your steering servo will now be centered, and you should install your servo horn pointing straight up. Next, pop the ball cup on your steering linkage onto the ball end on your servo horn. Your steering rack should be dead center and your wheels should be pointing straight ahead. If this isn't the case, you'll need to adjust your steering linkage.
If your steering rack is still binding on one or both sides after all of the above, you will need to adjust the EPA or servo horn ball end as I described in my first post. It's better to lose a tiny bit of steering than have your servo poop out on you.
Yes, by "bind" I mean when the steering rack travels all the way to one side and stops up against the post, but the servo keeps pushing. This is what may eventually burn out your servo. The first thing you need to do before reinstalling your servo horn is to center the servo: Power up your transmitter and put the trim in the middle, then turn on your receiver. Your steering servo will now be centered, and you should install your servo horn pointing straight up. Next, pop the ball cup on your steering linkage onto the ball end on your servo horn. Your steering rack should be dead center and your wheels should be pointing straight ahead. If this isn't the case, you'll need to adjust your steering linkage.
If your steering rack is still binding on one or both sides after all of the above, you will need to adjust the EPA or servo horn ball end as I described in my first post. It's better to lose a tiny bit of steering than have your servo poop out on you.
LOL. Thanks for the help.
