opti drive

[MaxxRunner]

I want to change the radio from the TQ3 to my Futaba. I understand what the opti drive unit is for, but what happens if you don't use it? Can you set it up to operate with out it like in my T max and what will it change? How about shifting will this make it a forward only situation? Any help is welcome.

Maxx Runner

 

[jetmechG550]

You don't need it, it's a safety device to prevent the tranny from shifting if you select the shift while it is still in motion (either forward or reverse). I use a 3PM and never could program the Optidrive how it said you were supposed to but it still worked fine. It's nothing but a wheel chock, IMO but if you do the FOC you won't have to worry about it.

 

[MaxxRunner]

jet mech are you trying to say to make all of the wiring hookups but not worry about the programming? Or just take out the opti drive altogether?

Maxx Runner

 

[jetmechG550]

The programming never worked when I used a different rx/tx. You can also run without it just becareful when you shift.

 

[robmob]

Take out the optidrive all together. It will have no effect on the transmissions ability to go into reverse.

 

[CANLOGIC]

I pulled mine out when I changed my radio with no problems.