I talked with a couple of experienced racers at the club track and I think the problem may have been a faulty sensor wire. When I put the new motor in I kept the old sensor wire on the motor. I bought a new Novak and it is hard wired into the motor so I can't make that mistake again.

Is there a way that I can test the output to the motor once I have everything wired up so I can tell that the sensor is working correctly? One blown $80 motor is enough but sending off the ESC will keep me from racing for awhile and I think I got it fixed but want to be sure. My next ESC will be a Speed Passion as they are local and support is very quick if needed.