Originally Posted by
lbenton
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If you have a program card or USB adapter you can attach it and feed it the latest firmware, that can get you about 90% sure it will be fine when you re-sell it. But the only way to tell is to put it and do a lap or two, or at least bench test it with a motor that is in spec for the model.
To test you need:
1 - receiver / radio
2 - compatible motor, something like a 17.5 brushless motor will test any sensored motor without drawing more than the ESC can handle. Sensorless as well but may cog.
3 - of course a charged battery
4 - servo - optional to bench test the ESC, but will in some cases expose a weak BEC issue.
This will also mean a lot of soldering practice as well.
Could I use alligator clips for the connection to skip soldering? I do have soldering experience as part of a hobby but thats all.
So these program cards work for all ESC's? Is there a specific one I need or will any of those cards work? Also, if any card works which card would you recommend? Thanks!
Oh, and as for the other option, doing a lap or two. What would be the cheapest most efficient RC car (which I assume comes with all the separate parts you listed?) I could buy to get the job done? When I say cheap and efficient I mean cheap but not so cheap that it breaks in 30 minutes.
Again, I really appreciate the help!