It's the servo saver. Try the Hot Racing servo saver post with adjustable collar, that should fix it 😘
@fpvrc48223 жыл бұрын
Ya your thinking the same as me
@nocturnalmayhem03 жыл бұрын
needs more power maybe a 160amp esc better servo saver and bigger brushless :x
@adamsmith59133 жыл бұрын
I had that problem before
@2wyldrc1953 жыл бұрын
I agree. Maybe tighten up the servo saver a few turns.
@9tailspiritfox3 жыл бұрын
Depends on a lot of things but ether lower voltage so change ESC’s BEC settings cause they ether work or they die (nothing between) or it could be the Dynamic Range (it’s so low it slowly moves so check the torque it won’t have half as much as it should) setting on the controller or receiver which is usually the case.
@getoutmecar29403 жыл бұрын
I love how he takes his time to put the links and stuff in the description. Thanks Kev
@atifams1303 жыл бұрын
Yes
@karloignjatic78163 жыл бұрын
its his ebay "shop" so it can be good only for him
@ksrnate3 жыл бұрын
@@karloignjatic7816 Dude don't be so negative? It's not his eBay shop it's banggood. So yeh it is good of him
@TheFatAssCat3 жыл бұрын
@@ksrnate Well they're likely affiliate links so
@WasNiksIsNiksWordtNiks3 жыл бұрын
He makes money that way....
@BusbyBiscuits3 жыл бұрын
Few things to check. 1. Pillow balls aren't too tight 2. Ackerman isn't warped 3. Ackerman isn't catching on the bulkhead 4. Ackerman bushings aren't too tight 5. Servo saver isn't binding on something (see how much it can move up and down on the posts), or too loose. 6. Linkage from the servo isn't too tight 7. Steering posts aren't bent 8. Kick up on the chassis hasn't been bent (further)
@yyckey50223 жыл бұрын
Kevin, if it's not the servo saver, try check the steering bearings, to see if it's seize up or the bearings is falling a part, that happen to my maxx 4s before, the bearings fall a part, and it almost can't turn.
@rogueFactor3 жыл бұрын
CHEEESE US! looks like that servo took a test beating before it even got unwrapped.
@mysteriousgamer37093 жыл бұрын
Jesus is how you spell it
@smileyface81283 жыл бұрын
it doesn't matter
@1sik1573 жыл бұрын
Stop hating he does it how he does
@rogueFactor3 жыл бұрын
@@mysteriousgamer3709 cheeeeeeesy
@rustler083 жыл бұрын
@@mysteriousgamer3709 Had to be a twat, huh?
@ksrnate3 жыл бұрын
I know you probably won't read this but use a an esc like a max6 that you can turn the bec up to 7.4v and get a HV servo like the JX ecoboost. Basically that's what I've got in my Kraton and it's mint 👍🏻
@michaelstigman40693 жыл бұрын
Kev always reads his comments.
@ksrnate3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelstigman4069 He really doesn't
@michaelstigman40693 жыл бұрын
@@ksrnate if something doesn't make sense or is disrespectful, he ignores. Just as I would. But am sure he reads almost all of them...
@ksrnate3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelstigman4069 I think he would if he could yeh 👍🏻
@George.T.833 жыл бұрын
4:06 one of the best jumps that is almost impossible for someone to do. Wheely and backflip??? Wow Kev. That was amazing!!!
@SweatyHanes3 жыл бұрын
Bet it’s your servo saver. That was the issue with my Hobao. I replaced so many servos thinking they sucked but it was just my servo saver not having any grip.
@fordy193 жыл бұрын
Yeah sure
@isaack22743 жыл бұрын
Same with my hpi
@9tailspiritfox3 жыл бұрын
Guys I watched Kev build this and with the Arrma Man not knowing that problem and still not figuring out what’s wrong then I seriously doubt it would be something that obvious...
@SweatyHanes3 жыл бұрын
@@9tailspiritfox that’s what I said about my experiences but until we know let’s not rule out the most simple things. It’s a badger. Things vibrate and loosen. You don’t think about it cause you often don’t have to touch them. But I’m just one person with an opinion. Plus it’s a good idea to check the non electrical mechanics before the electrical. When adjusting your steering should you not get it as close as possible with the linkages before programming your radio?
@fordy193 жыл бұрын
@@9tailspiritfox could be tho, or reciever
@Veneno29113 жыл бұрын
The reciver might not be giving the servo enough Voltage
@ElmarBon3 жыл бұрын
It can handle a 2s lipo (7.4v)
@9tailspiritfox3 жыл бұрын
Yea most esc’s with built in bec only give out 6.0v as there not ment to put out a lot of power compared to a stand alone bec but they can sometimes be changed to 7.4v depending on ESC’s but be warned there amps are limited usually to 3a meaning using high current draw servos/accessories like SAVOX for example have huge current draws and OFTERN burn out built in BEC’s. Ps: don’t get me wrong SAVOX are amazing servo’s I actually use them, just a lot of people don’t do there research then wonder why there bec stops working in there esc and so on..
@Veneno29113 жыл бұрын
@@ElmarBon yes but the reciver might only be giving it 4 volts (not enough for the servo to run at its full potential)
@Veneno29113 жыл бұрын
@@9tailspiritfox thx👍
@efremkiel87983 жыл бұрын
Your reciever is the only thing in the line from the battery to the servo as you tried a new esc, so I think this is the problem of the weak steering.
@airtimewithaarav19103 жыл бұрын
Who else was thinking “that’s what she said” when you read the title.
@crimsonspan97503 жыл бұрын
Hey Kev, I’ve seen this problem on Kratons before... usually it’s the fact that the servo saver is too loose or too weak. But I’ve also found that most cheap batteries can’t provide enough voltage/Amps to the motor and BEC at the same time... so maybe try some higher discharge batteries as well! Keep up the great work kev!
@fastfish21123 жыл бұрын
The receiver may be taking to much power away from the esc because it is old or faulty which causes way less power to go to the servo
@mechanicalmoron22513 жыл бұрын
maby the reason why the servo is week is the receber could be ding and not giving it anouf power
@marcomungg29943 жыл бұрын
Cool that you're still trying to help even though your English isn't that great. 👍
@Veneno29113 жыл бұрын
@@marcomungg2994 or spelling his English might be fine he might of had a brain dead day and couldn't type that happens to me alot
@BenBlackEquinoxEngelhard3 жыл бұрын
When the cocaine kicks in.
@Veneno29113 жыл бұрын
@@BenBlackEquinoxEngelhard haha
@mechanicalmoron22513 жыл бұрын
@@marcomungg2994 im seresly deslecic hence my spelling
@Wmacrum3 жыл бұрын
Use a Trampoline to stop your cars from braking
@vtubershrimp6353 жыл бұрын
Lmao
@EXTREMERC4163 жыл бұрын
Be sure to use the included arrma spacers who rise up the servo to not hit the chassi. You can also use rubber
@rcwreck-creation3 жыл бұрын
Had same issue out of the box with my V4 Kraton Kev! I replaced the bushings in the steering linkage with bearings. My stock servo lasted so long (eventually I killed it!). New 25kg servo is so awesome! GET RID OF THOSE STEERING LINKAGE BUSHINGS!
@kofkok3 жыл бұрын
"We're gonna stick it in, then we're gonna take it out and give it hell."
@nikkomartinez89653 жыл бұрын
That's what she said 😂😂😂
@Chief_53 жыл бұрын
Lol 😆
@BigAssPimpsDotCom3 жыл бұрын
I had the same exact problem and it was the transmitter(fs-gt5). However smacking the receiver hard gets it to start working right again.
@todd26003 жыл бұрын
Receiver could have a internal short. Servo saver could cause lag. Linkage could be tight or slightly bent. Ball joints could be tight or dirty.
@MrDan17133 жыл бұрын
You’re either losing voltage from the esc to the servo, possibly a cracked solder joint in the receiver or the steering linkage is binding when the servo applies for to the linkage.
@gopanski53303 жыл бұрын
"wHy WoNt iT wOrK?!" Stands on the car with full weight 😂
@johannlopezandrade31663 жыл бұрын
Lol
@landonhager96313 жыл бұрын
Lol
@penguinsrc94413 жыл бұрын
Lol
@blakehyslop26053 жыл бұрын
Lol
@pommylife10403 жыл бұрын
Probably only 40kgs hehe
@NBDog1343 жыл бұрын
Could there be a seized up bearing in the steering
@300zxdriver3 жыл бұрын
NateBeatty He said everything was free.
@SuperSavage353 жыл бұрын
Something up with the servo saver?
@stack87783 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking it has to be the servo saver or something to do with the connection to the servo , maybe the arm is gummed up or just isn’t moving freely so when you connect it to the servo there’s no free movement almost like it’s needing WD40 to free up the dirt or movement or something to the sort , obviously it can’t be anything else because you tried everything that made the most sense already ! Stay and Play Safe !! 👊👍✌️
@sanchitachatterjee14023 жыл бұрын
I DIDN'T EXPECT THE KRATON WILL WIN THE RACE WITH THAT SERVO, WELL, GREAT VIDEO AS ALWAYS AND A KEVIN TALBOT VIDEO IS INCOMPLETE WITHOUT FUN. JUST LOVED IT
@rccarnage5803 жыл бұрын
I really need a shot of that track
@9tailspiritfox3 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin it Depends on a lot of things but ether lower voltage so change ESC’s BEC settings cause they ether work or they die (nothing between) or it could be the Dynamic Range (it’s so low it slowly moves so check the torque it won’t have half as much as it should) setting on the controller or receiver which is usually the case. Do keep me updated as there are other fixes but are more complicated to explain with just a sentence so I hope this helps buddy ✌️😊👍
@b_pa553 жыл бұрын
It might be worth cutting some fabric to put under the screws and and servo to see if it helps the shock
@ramialnashef64953 жыл бұрын
Dang, I am EARLY, keep up the good work my man, love ur vids!!!
@ripperkaps9733 жыл бұрын
9th
@liam06723 жыл бұрын
Lol I was just watching ur other vids and thinking "when is Kev gonna upload"😂😂😂
@reecejohnpetrie40553 жыл бұрын
Same😂
@reinald37973 жыл бұрын
Wait im not the only one?? lol
@penguinsrc94413 жыл бұрын
Same it had been 3 days. I was scared. Then this video come out and I think this one was suppose to come out before the crawler one lol.
@agbaker683 жыл бұрын
Damn I got the vibe ol Kevin is getting bored or discouraged with KZbin waffling. I'm not trying to bash just noticing the content inconsistency.
@giggsyla Жыл бұрын
we need more places like arc raceway. so many people who love rc want to get into racing but the barrier of entry is very high for alot of rc clubs. and they dont do much for newcomers other than. "ill sell you my old roller" its great to see arc letting people race with their rtr cars and just have fun. i think this is what will help rc racing thrive
@mathewthomas21883 жыл бұрын
I've seen a lot of people say something about the receiver and I agree with that theory if there's any question about it you can always put a voltmeter at the end of an old scrap cord you have from an old servo and see how much power is being output through the receiver. Sounds like a likely suspect especially since it works in the other vehicle
@joemame47833 жыл бұрын
Why do u sometimes put yellow dot on the whee hexes in ur thunbnails it realy keeps me thinking whats the reason for it
@CHEESEBURGERRC3 жыл бұрын
I think it’s for visibility. It’s much easier to see the car with the yellow dots, especially if the thumbnail is on a tiny screen. But I honestly don’t know! It’s a good question.
@Cha_Cha..3 жыл бұрын
Day 5: of asking Kev to tryout a Redcat Racing product
@Hornswaggel3 жыл бұрын
I think he would really like the landslide xte and the kaiju!
@backyardbashing61363 жыл бұрын
Process of elimination. You tested for binding and a different esc. Like others have said, maybe reciever or transmitter. I’m sure you have enough spares laying around to get something working! Maybe even the servo saver is binding but only when theres force on it from the torque of the servo.
@soopahfly823 жыл бұрын
The problem I've found with Servo's from places like Bangood is they don't tell you what the amperage requirements are. That BEC gives out 3A@6V. It may require more amps.
@killmore753 жыл бұрын
Your video's are being used all over FB wall from scammers on RC adds Raminator is only $79.95 : (
@WellingtonIronman3 жыл бұрын
To check whether its the mechanics or the electrics, take a known good car, unscrew the servo from it but leaving it electrically connected, and using a servo extension cable, mount the servo from that car in the 'bad car', so ALL the electrics are running through the good car, including receiver and transmitter etc, but the servo is mounted in the bad car. If it's still slow, then you know all the electrics in the bad car are fine, and its something mechanical.
@lauradarkez3 жыл бұрын
i wonder.. try feeling the steering from the servo-link arm with it placed on the ground, that will give you a full feel for what the servo is feeling. maybe that will help you figure out if maybe the leverage on the steering link is too low for it to push the steering at its full potential
@DrBleck353 жыл бұрын
Tighten up the servo saver. Had the same problem. Shove a hex in a hole in the bottom that's there for the purpose.
@Littlemosslad3 жыл бұрын
hiya Kev, it's gonna get messy but take the top plate off your steering mechanism and check the posts are straight (they can bend under landing) and replace the brass bushes with bearing and you should be good mate.
@americanirishman533 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin, I get good results with door sealing tape. One side sticks to the bottom of the servo, the other side just sits on the frame and absorbs the shock. A servo saver wouldn't hurt having either.
@waldenrooijer50843 жыл бұрын
Yeah my arrma Notorious does have that problem to you just need to adjust the collar form the servo saver, sometimes it get loose I hope this help you I am a big fan of your KZbin channel
@philpsyplays98153 жыл бұрын
Have you checked the basics, it’s easy to overlook the basic setups if you have changed a few servos, end points? Trim adjustments? Some controllers have a few settings for this stuff, pointing out the obvious that I know you’ve probably checked but if it’s not the steering binding on the car and the servo works that well in the other car it has to me something to do with the controller/receiver setup
@cantsleep42313 жыл бұрын
Kev it's not getting enough voltage check with a volt meter..if no BEC adjustment on your ESC then it could be a problem your receiver..check voltage on one of your other setups that has same servo thats working fine for comparison
@fassmcjarrc68943 жыл бұрын
try putting a rubber gasket between the servo and the mounting point to absorb the shock and maybe make it last longer
@discuschannel23813 жыл бұрын
Maybe you can put some foam tape below the servo
@tonyw.90613 жыл бұрын
1:48 I had the same problem with my kraton 6s. I agree with some of the other comments, I believe it's the servo saver. There is something that is causing friction in it. That's where all the servos power is being lost, something isn't smooth. It could be dust or something but that post does not spin freely
@CHEESEBURGERRC3 жыл бұрын
Is it a high voltage servo? It might need more volts than the Kraton can give it.
@marklatham14143 жыл бұрын
You just have to add some snap rings to the servo saver. I just had this issue and added 3 rings using snap pliers. Issue is all fixed now.
@nathansrcgarage27363 жыл бұрын
The receiver could make the servo weak, Endpoints and Dual rates should be checked. Could be the servo saver, I know how racing makes some adjustable ones. And adding an external BEC might help. hopefully, this helps kev.
@rcjaroush3 жыл бұрын
give it more power through external BEC it should help as the ESC is not able to provide enough volts for the servo
@JamiePineappleWyatt3 жыл бұрын
check the steering power trim settings on the transmitter man! From memory you can slow down your steering on the transmitters usually.
@torquetheprisoner3 жыл бұрын
put some ridged foam on the bottom of the servo so it can absorb some of the impact.
@fpv-teacher3 жыл бұрын
Check inside the Servo horn. It might have worn out due to heavy usage 😁. So the Servo cannot apply the power because there is not enough grip! Let me know if this helped?
@jayhow9973 жыл бұрын
Knackered receiver. It's obviously recieving the bec 6v+ but it's not sending it to the servo . The ESC is ok the servo is ok you said the steering was not binding anywhere so the last thing is receiver not sending enough current. I think beyond RC had a similar issue with a brand new receiver he put in one of his cars. If I remember correctly it was the 6 channel receiver for the dumborc transmitter.
@elktricchoad31313 жыл бұрын
Try rubber grommets or even some foam padding underneath the servo and raise the mount just a little higher.try to use a shock absorbing material like rubber with foam Thats what I use in my kraton 6s and 8s and it also has a very strong metal upgraded chassis and is maybe 2 x the original weight 🤣😂 Also it might be the turn buckles very stiff on the kraton that js what happened to me just check it and re oil it Or it might be the heavy turnbuckles inches tire you upgraded adding to the drag I hope it works well Always doesn't hurt to try
@Overland_RC3 жыл бұрын
It might help if you turned up the BEC voltage for more power to the servo
@jsgfilms25293 жыл бұрын
Is it by any chance a problem with the receiver, maybe not reading that you are trying to steer it?
@M_F7543 жыл бұрын
I'm still thinking about starting an eBay business. I've spent ages doing research on the first thing I would like to sell and it seems to be a pretty hot item, but the problem I have is making that first deal with a manufacturer. Were you nervous at the start too Kev? Some people are selling the item I'm interested in and are making almost £8k a month on that item alone, plus the other things they sell, but they are the top sellers!
@gourobkundu21733 жыл бұрын
I think the stock arrma blx esc are not providing the correct bec for the servo. Thats why it is slow. BTW love from India.
@TylerWilson-vl1fu3 жыл бұрын
Possibly receiver going out or transmitter, id try another one to eliminate possible issues
@seblitz86413 жыл бұрын
Check the steering links. Are they too long or short? If not, get all new steering parts to see if that works. Even if it doesn't, you have some new spares! Good luck Kev!
@roberts123453 жыл бұрын
VIDEO idea - buy same rc cars in amazon or aliexpres by 5euro (low prize) and test how worst it is
@markcoxon9133 жыл бұрын
Could be the steering pot on the transmitter? Have you got another transmitter to try?
@lennieh4173 жыл бұрын
Maybe the servo saver?
@shaggysgcanimal3 жыл бұрын
Hey kev I'd say it's your esc. The blx only allows 6v to the servo. Use one that allows 7.4v like hobbywing etc
@sf23723 жыл бұрын
5:39 what an awesome sight. Loved it
@Ngormanphotography3 жыл бұрын
I got a mini e-review for my birthday last Wednesday and me and my dad were trying to take the pinion off and broke the shaft. It stripped out the wrench and we tried drilling it out. It was pretty annoying. Use good tools for tracks parts.
@sandivliyanage85733 жыл бұрын
Its ur steering column spring kevin. Its too much tension to ur servo so thats y its slow and kills servos.
@juliogarcia88663 жыл бұрын
Kevin if you read this put a price of foam under the servo it worked for me because I hade the same issue
@bigguyjosh64203 жыл бұрын
It might be a problem with the steering arms they might be getting stiff/locked up all I can think of is maybe try to put some temporary steering arms on to see if that fixes the problem if it does then you know you need some new arms
@gyulaorszagh84033 жыл бұрын
try to power the servo from an external bec, that has at least 5A or even 10A continous current capability.
@darsh10643 жыл бұрын
surely you could slip a little foam or similar material under the servo so its not directly sitting on the metal bed?
@zeoverlord3 жыл бұрын
I would hook it up to another receiver/controller to test, it could be sending irregular pulses and thus reducing power
@christianfalciglia95883 жыл бұрын
I love you videos Kev no doubt you are my favorite KZbin to watch ❤️❤️❤️
@roberthallock76293 жыл бұрын
Kevin may I suggest you lubricate the steering pivot points, in all of your R/C trucks and cars, with a dry graphite lubricant powder like type used to lubricate the axles on Pinewood Derby cars.
@garethknight57643 жыл бұрын
Have you tried changing the transmitter and receiver. Should solve the problem
@jean-marcrevill31753 жыл бұрын
I think it may be the servo saver but also there is a very little chance that, as this happened to me, something magnetic could be effecting the motor performance within the servo.
@OscarRodriguez-nr9rn3 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin, I just finished watching your video but I see Kimberly Sanches beat me to the punch!!! Hahaha. It's the Servo savor for sure. You can either adjust the one that you have or upgrade since there is very little that's left stock on your truck anyway lolol. Good luck mate. Cheers!!!
@killmore753 жыл бұрын
keep the servo screws loose and see if it works better. It may be binding when it's secured into place .
@sameerwasif40013 жыл бұрын
Have a look at the potentiometer inside the transmitter, or the Reciever
@yaffajaff3 жыл бұрын
It's definitely the servo saver! Add some 14mm circlips to the servo saver spring. Watch Bournemouth RC's video on how to do it I actually swapped my servo saver out for an older V3 version which has an adjustable collar. I added a 17mm nut to it with red thread lock to stop it from loosening
@Scjon033 жыл бұрын
The ESC bec is limiting the volts to the servo. Like 6v volts. Upgrade to a better ESC with a bec that puts out 8.4 to the servo and should be faster.
@sebastienlefebvre97233 жыл бұрын
Hey kevin..the probleme are the stearing pivot..now is a brass shim..you need to put a bearing set on both pivot..that happen too mr too..i have the same servo than you...montreal canada
@bigboytoyz5413 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin Talbot, can you put a little piece of foam or something under the servo to help pad it.
@Bitathisandthat3 жыл бұрын
i reckon its the servo saver binding up when pushed from the servo angle
@dubstepismtlife3 жыл бұрын
Get the 14 mm circlips to tighten the servo saver. The spring is way to loose
@wrtrailbrker3 жыл бұрын
Put a short chunk of nitro fule line On the shock shafts so it stiffens it way up before it bottoms out.
@tatevideosmotivation59553 жыл бұрын
Maybe try sticking a small foam block at the bottom of the chasi to absorb the shock
@deadiot86333 жыл бұрын
is the armature for the servo just a bad design, is one armachure to small or something so it puts massive amounts of force against it
@SPEXWISE3 жыл бұрын
Maybe something is binding up that makes the steering slow? Rebuild/lube maybe.
@loganb92653 жыл бұрын
Put foam padding under the servo it should help
@bossmannrctv26833 жыл бұрын
Maybe check the pivot balls. If its 2 tight then it will bind the steering and/or suspension. Goodluck Kev!!
@jackdaniel20473 жыл бұрын
Have you tried replacing the motor and steering joints and arms? That could be a possible issue thats keeping your kratton from getting good steering power
@brahmdempers10053 жыл бұрын
Well if the steering without servo connected is smooth and free and the servo works fine in other cars, then it must be radio or reciever.
@Oldmonstrosityshop3 жыл бұрын
More surface area on the large tyre trucks need more torque running off 7.4. Also Basher Queen is right, the servo saver on the 6s range is fine on narrow wheel base cars like the Mojave, infraction, felony but not on wide wheelbase trucks like the Kraton, Notorious and Outcast.
@slashgaming_073 жыл бұрын
Keep up the amazing work kevin i luv u
@DaVeHiLl2003 жыл бұрын
Put two 12mm external snap rings on your servo saver between the nut and the spring to tension the spring. Your steering looks weaker than mine was so you may need 3 external snap rings Kev. Dirt cheap fix 😁👍
@Andruccio3 жыл бұрын
keep us updated to whats wrong with the kraton, please!