Duratrax failsafe always kicking on

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It seems about every couple minutes my failsafe goes into braking mode and I have to fiddle with the power switch to get it to go off. I`m using rechargable nimh batteries with it. I live in Dallas, and I`m wondering if there is just greater interference here, if it`s a poopy unit, or I need to try some other batteries.:\
 
Are your batteries fully charged? If so, try different batteries. If that doesn't help, it may be a radio problem.
 
did you run through a puddle or wet grass? i had this issue with the venom onboard failsafe/temp/voltage gauge.. turned out it got wet
 
did you run through a puddle or wet grass? i had this issue with the venom onboard failsafe/temp/voltage gauge.. turned out it got wet

No, actually, it`s tucked inside the reciever box. Not sure if it`s supposed to be in there, but it fit so I put it there.
 
Try using a 5 cell 6.0v hump pak for you Rx (reciever), it should stop the failsafe kicking in so much. AA size Nimh batteries are only rated at 1.2v each, therefore 4 x 1.2v = 4.8v. A Failsafe kicks in around 4.0v.

I started using hump pak's due to the same thing. Never had a problem since changing over to them, that is, unless i flatten the Rx pak by running for too long.

Should turn in about $20 or less per pak, so if going the hump pak route, get two. Fully charge both then GO HAVE FUN !!! lol
 
Try using a 5 cell 6.0v hump pak for you Rx (reciever), it should stop the failsafe kicking in so much. AA size Nimh batteries are only rated at 1.2v each, therefore 4 x 1.2v = 4.8v. A Failsafe kicks in around 4.0v.

I started using hump pak's due to the same thing. Never had a problem since changing over to them, that is, unless i flatten the Rx pak by running for too long.

Should turn in about $20 or less per pak, so if going the hump pak route, get two. Fully charge both then GO HAVE FUN !!! lol

That sounds like a good idea. I aleady bought a bunch of nimh, so I`m thinking of trying the Ofna, I heard a lot of good things about them.
 
If you get a hump pak (or two) get something above 1050mah, it will last longer, you may also need a charger aswell as they tend to need "specific" charging rates. Unless, that is, you already have a suitable charger.


You will also find that going to a 6v pack will help the speed and strength of your servo's a little bit depending on the specs.
 
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