Traxxas servo clicking when steering

[Alex96]

Hi folks, new to the hobby and the forum so Hopefully I'm In the right place! The servo in my traxxas summit 1/16 xl-2.5 has started making a clicking noise when I'm steering the car. I Heard it briefly last night, but it seems after a few runs with the truck this morning it has gotten abit more regular. However it doesn't seem to be affecting the steering as such, it's just making a constant clicking noise when steering. Does anyone know what the issue might be? and any suggestions on good servos suitable for my car would be super helpful. I have attached a little video also. Thanks folks and merry Xmas. 

[everclear1984]

1 hour ago, Alex96 said:

Hi folks, new to the hobby and the forum so Hopefully I'm In the right place! The servo in my traxxas summit 1/16 xl-2.5 has started making a clicking noise when I'm steering the car. I Heard it briefly last night, but it seems after a few runs with the truck this morning it has gotten abit more regular. However it doesn't seem to be affecting the steering as such, it's just making a constant clicking noise when steering. Does anyone know what the issue might be? and any suggestions on good servos suitable for my car would be super helpful. I have attached a little video also. Thanks folks and merry Xmas. 

Does it make the same clicking sound with the servo horn off?

[Alex96]

Sorry not sure what you mean! It just makes that clicking noise when steering on the ground. but if I pick the car up off the ground and steer it doesn't make the clicking noise! Thanks for the reply and sorry again this is my first rc car so I'm clueless but I'm doing some research. Thanks 

[Tony]

Looks like the servo has stripped its gears/teeth.

Edited December 18, 2020 by Tony

[everclear1984]

I agree with @Tony. Sounds like new servo time

[Tony]

Usually happens when you crash the front side into a kerb or the wheel turned hard by force.

[Fat Freddy]

Also agree with @Tony.

No idea what servo Traxxas use but might be rebuildable? Quicker and easier to do what I do, replace the servo and put the broken one away for some imaginary future time when you’ll get around to sourcing the parts to do a rebuild........ I’ve never got round to it but have boxes of junk😂

[Bajadre]

3 hours ago, Alex96 said:

Sorry not sure what you mean! It just makes that clicking noise when steering on the ground. but if I pick the car up off the ground and steer it doesn't make the clicking noise! Thanks for the reply and sorry again this is my first rc car so I'm clueless but I'm doing some research. Thanks 

yeeh thats right alex as when off the ground theres no, pressure on the servo as it doesnt need ti turn those big wheels etc

 

id say tonys spot on stripped servo gears  or youve adjusted the end pionts on the TX  you can rebuild or buy a new one now ,is it standard size on the 1/16th or mini?

[Tony]

As it's a 1/16, it's going to be a Micro servo.

 

Something like this as it's compatible with your Traxxas.

 

https://www.modelsport.co.uk/savox-sw0250mg-waterproof-digital-micro-servo/rc-car-products/386053

[Alex96]

Thanks allot for the help everyone! And yes @Tony I did crash into the kerb a few times so that definitely explains it Thanks again for all the help! I'm gonna buy a new one! Hopefully it's not too tricky to install! 

[Tony]

Based on this exploded diagram, it seems to be very easy to replace it - unscrew the screws from bottom. (7037)

 

https://traxxas.com/explodedviews/1-16-Summit-72054-5-Chassis-Assembly

[Tony]

Looks like they do metal gears option which is stronger but pricey

 

https://www.modelsport.co.uk/traxxas-waterproof-micro-servo-metal-gear/rc-car-products/439254

[everclear1984]

Just now, Tony said:

Looks like they do metal gears option which is stronger but pricey

 

https://www.modelsport.co.uk/traxxas-waterproof-micro-servo-metal-gear/rc-car-products/439254

Don't go spending extra for the Traxxas name on it. I'll find you a good alternative when I get a sec, unless someone beats be to it

[Alex96]

Wow thanks

for that @Tony & @everclear1984

the metal geared servo does sound like the better option. So I'll definetely grab one of them over the plastic geared servos. Appreciate the help

 

[everclear1984]

Just had a quick Google and the Savox 0250 looks a popular choice.  The Traxxas offering has around 1.5kg of torque, the Savox has 5kg so much better.

 

If you type "Micro Servo MG" into eBay you'll find some dirt cheap options. Not sure how good they are but on paper they look like they'd do the job.

[Alex96]

Ah okay thanks @everclear1984is this the one you are referring too? This says plastic and metal gears but looks good money wise! Cheers 🍻

[everclear1984]

That's the one. Where are you seeing plastic?

 

 

I guess it's just referring to the case.

[Alex96]

Ah no problem that's great I'll go an order one just now! Yeah that's my mistake, I just had a quick glance at it earlier and saw this in the description. I should have read further. Thanks for all the help hopefully I don't run into anymore problems. 

[everclear1984]

22 minutes ago, Alex96 said:

Ah no problem that's great I'll go an order one just now! Yeah that's my mistake, I just had a quick glance at it earlier and saw this in the description. I should have read further. Thanks for all the help hopefully I don't run into anymore problems. 

Hmm strange

[Tony]

Directly from their website - "Strong metal gear train for added durability."

 

https://www.savoxusa.com/products/savsw0250mg-waterproof-digital-micro-servo

[Alex96]

3 hours ago, Tony said:

Directly from their website - "Strong metal gear train for added durability."

 

https://www.savoxusa.com/products/savsw0250mg-waterproof-digital-micro-servo

Ah thank you very much that's reassuring! I have just purchased one, so looking forward to getting the truck back up and running! Thank you 🍻

[Tony]

No problem, hope you will get it back up & running for Christmas!