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Hi all got a problem with my vtx10r esc
Last nite I was getting my sc10 ready for a short course event put the vtx10r in with a 10.5 ballistic motor it turned on and calibrated it then I turned it off went to turn it back on and it wouldn't turn on and the esc started getting warm never had a problem before have ran it in 4 different cars it's only 5 months old
Can someone help me with this problem

Thanks jim

bring it on

01-05-2012 09:12 PM

I had a friend of mine buy the 4.5 550 and the VTX10R for his losi 4wd sc truck. He said it runs hot. 180/190 He has a 13t pinion on it. Anyone run this truck and esc combo that can help me with setup?

Thanks

losi_racer

01-05-2012 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by bring it on (Post 10130484)

Drop a tooth on the pinion , no timing in esc . 80 punch. . I run 165

FLHX1550

01-06-2012 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by jimkoimanis (Post 10129166)

I would verify you don't have a shorted motor or other issue. If it was working properly and you just moved it from one vehicle to another, it should be fine.

If there is still an issue call Viper at (866) 206-8558 for tech support.

FLHX1550

01-06-2012 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by idrummerboy13 (Post 10125043)

there was a video on youtube showing how to calibrate the viper speedo. Its much easier to watch then the manual, many agree.

I saw it was taken down why is that? I think it was the viperrcsolutions channel

The video was of the calibration method used prior than the A30 firmware that came out in December for all of the VTX series esc's. The calibration method is different from the A19 and older firmware.

deadmancourt

01-06-2012 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by jimkoimanis (Post 10129166)

I had the same exact thing happen to me with a brand new system...the esc never got warm, but was only turned on once and it made the normal beeps...went to grab my radio to start the calibration and the esc was off....now no matter what i do, i cant get it to turn on....i sent it back to viper....we will see what they say.... Its not my first viper system or rodeo for that matter...so i know i didnt mess anytging up:weird:

rcgod

01-06-2012 10:13 AM

Getting ready to order a new esc. Whats the difference between the vtx10 and vtx1?

Jtipsy

01-06-2012 10:17 AM

vtx1 is a 1s esc and the vtx10 is a 2s esc

rcgod

01-06-2012 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Jtipsy (Post 10132552)

vtx1 is a 1s esc and the vtx10 is a 2s esc

Viper website says vtx1 is 1-2s. Other than that are they the same?