Radio problem.....trims n' stuff
11-02-2003, 11:04 AM
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Radio problem.....trims n' stuff
OK so I am driving my car and it is tracking right so I trim it left then it tracks left so I reset that first move and trim it left with the sub trim and yet it still tracks the oppisite way what can I do
11-02-2003, 11:40 AM
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what kind of radio are you using?
11-02-2003, 11:46 AM
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Airtronics MX-3
11-02-2003, 12:10 PM
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What kind of car?
11-02-2003, 12:35 PM
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Nitro RS4 3 Type SS
11-02-2003, 12:43 PM
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You may need to re-center the servo horn on the servo.
11-02-2003, 12:48 PM
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how do I find center
11-02-2003, 12:51 PM
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Actually, after reading your post more thoroughly, I believe the problem is with the toe on your front. If toe is not set properly on the front, it can cause the car to behave the way you are describing.
11-02-2003, 01:00 PM
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hmm maybe I try that
11-02-2003, 01:02 PM
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In the manual (pages 15 and 17), it tells you how long (in mm) each of the turnbuckles for steering should be, stock. I would measure then and see if they match the manual. I hope this helps.
11-02-2003, 01:22 PM
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Radio problem.....trims n' stuff
Smoke21;
Several things to check for:
1) Make sure that the Servo Arm/horn matches the splines on the Servo. If they are mismatched, this can cause problems. (check the kit instruction manual)
2) The Steering linkage MUST turn free in both directions. If it is stiff or binding, this can cause centering problems.
3) Weak or loose Servo Saver. If the Spring on the saver is adjustable, make sure it did not come loose. If it is too loose, the steering will not center properly.
4) Sloppy Steering linkages. Excessive slop in the steering linkage can cause the Car to wander. Replace any parts that are worn out.
One or more of the above should fix your problem.
Several things to check for:
1) Make sure that the Servo Arm/horn matches the splines on the Servo. If they are mismatched, this can cause problems. (check the kit instruction manual)
2) The Steering linkage MUST turn free in both directions. If it is stiff or binding, this can cause centering problems.
3) Weak or loose Servo Saver. If the Spring on the saver is adjustable, make sure it did not come loose. If it is too loose, the steering will not center properly.
4) Sloppy Steering linkages. Excessive slop in the steering linkage can cause the Car to wander. Replace any parts that are worn out.
One or more of the above should fix your problem.
11-02-2003, 01:29 PM
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popsracer: I am new myself to R/C. Just wondering if you thought toe could be the problem?
11-02-2003, 04:26 PM
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yeah it doesn't matter till I get a new shock tower now I crashed it today broke the front right setup and bent the chassis also needs a new front right driveshaft It got twisted and bent it is a total loss thanks anyway guys.
11-02-2003, 04:51 PM
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Sorry to hear about that. You must have been going pretty fast to do all of that damage. Good luck rebuilding it.
11-02-2003, 09:56 PM
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well I made a stupid mistake I forgot to put the antenna up and it just took off then it hit a real car's tire and my front right wheel got stuck under it and then the bumper hit the tire so it bent the chassis(nothing a vice and some arm strength couldn't fix)and the wheel snaped off then it spun around and took off into a fence then spun again and ran into a tree where it got stuck and I had a friend shut it down 'cause I couldn't get to it and I was confused so I need a new shaft and new front shock tower because the kit came with extra hub carriers