Throttle return spring..

[calum101]

I fitted a Traxxas throttle return spring to my Hyper ST the other day but it's not strong enough to close the carb. I tested it by holding the TX at WOT then disconnecting the receiver pack but the carb doesn't close..

I fitted it like it is in this pic:

Is there anything else I can try?

[badger906]

red elastic band form the postman, doubled over and placed around the carb

[calum101]

I'll try that

[R46]

theres no tension on spring at rest hence not closing, try postie rubber band

Edit: type too slow badger906 got in

Edited April 3, 2010 by R46

[ba57ard]

i was under the impression that the throttle return spring was only supposed to close the carb when no throttle arm is connected?

Edited April 3, 2010 by ba57ard

[badger906]

no, it basically acts as a failsafe. Infact they are better than failsafes, as they cant go wrong, and still work if your battery falls out

[The Trooper]

no, it basically acts as a failsafe. Infact they are better than failsafes, as they cant go wrong, and still work if your battery falls out

wont do bugger all if u go out of range tho

[fraggs]

Springs/elastic bands put extra strain on your servo!!, cause your batteries run down quicker too ,fit a fail-safe, tape up the battery connectors, keep out of water and then if it goes out of control your just unlucky