RC_Noob
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Today I upgraded the electronics in my Amp MT.
Dynamite 60A ESC and Spektrum SR310 receiver.
I did this as I wanted LIPO cutoff and to be able to safely run a 15T motor, which I also installed.
I had a few problems initially where the throttle on the esc would not work, the ESC flashed the LED to show it was getting the signal but no power to the motor, or it would run briefly then cut out. Re-binding and ensuring the throttle was not cut on the TX seems to have (mostly) solved that problem.
I had the Amp running for about 5 mins before a loud clicking noise started, especially pronounced when the motor slowed and I seemed to lose all braking power.
The motor seemed to be running very hot and the Nylon spur gear seems to have gotten pretty mashed.
Any thoughts on what caused this? Too much power? Running too hot, Not having the mesh set correctly?
I can't find a replacement nylon spur so I've had to order a Steel one from eBay. Though I could only get an 83T, will that be OK with the Stock 18T pinion or am I going to damage that? I did also pick up a 16T and an 20T steel pinion to try some different gearing options.
Dynamite 60A ESC and Spektrum SR310 receiver.
I did this as I wanted LIPO cutoff and to be able to safely run a 15T motor, which I also installed.
I had a few problems initially where the throttle on the esc would not work, the ESC flashed the LED to show it was getting the signal but no power to the motor, or it would run briefly then cut out. Re-binding and ensuring the throttle was not cut on the TX seems to have (mostly) solved that problem.
I had the Amp running for about 5 mins before a loud clicking noise started, especially pronounced when the motor slowed and I seemed to lose all braking power.
The motor seemed to be running very hot and the Nylon spur gear seems to have gotten pretty mashed.
Any thoughts on what caused this? Too much power? Running too hot, Not having the mesh set correctly?
I can't find a replacement nylon spur so I've had to order a Steel one from eBay. Though I could only get an 83T, will that be OK with the Stock 18T pinion or am I going to damage that? I did also pick up a 16T and an 20T steel pinion to try some different gearing options.
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