AboutMatt Coia Expertise I can answer questions about r/c cars and trucks including on-road and off-road vehicles. I am knowledgeable in both nitro and electric powered vehicles. I can also handle questions about repair and maintenance of any wheeled vehicle.
Experience I have owned and raced many different kinds of vehicles. I also help administer a busy website devoted to the r/c hobby. I have done repair work for hobbyshops in the past and have helped many beginners get started in the hobby. I also operate a middle school r/c club.
Organizations ROAR, Mensa, NSTA
Publications www.wnyrcinfo.com
Education/Credentials I am a certified Physics teacher now teaching middle school science and Physics in New York State.
Expert: Matt Coia Date: 4/23/2008 Subject: RC car motor problem
Question hi there, have bought a 2nd hand Tamiya Madcap with Acoms IC AS-11 Servo, when i first charged the battery and connected the car it went into straight into reverse then stopped after about 5 seconds. But now everytime i connect the battery it just goes into reverse until i disconnect the battery and there is also a burning smell. As I am new to RC cars I am unsure what to do but suspect some incorrect wiring maybe?? Any help would be great!!
Thanks
Answer Hi Michael,
It sounds like a fried speed controller. If possible, you should take it to your closest hobby shop for a more complete diagnosis. If that is not possible, then let me know and I will try to help you out further.
