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The Shipyard ( Dry Dock ): Builds & Questions => Working Vessels => Topic started by: Akira on August 09, 2022, 11:02:09 pm

Title: AquaCraft Atlantic harbor tug
Post by: Akira on August 09, 2022, 11:02:09 pm
I am trying to help a young gentleman with his first r/c boat. He acquired an Aquacraft Atlantic harbor tug and is generally happy with it. However, the reverse function is very limited. I have looked things over and the best that I can guess is that the ESC limits his reverse speed. I can not find a manual on the Aquacraft 30amp ESC. Does anyone have first hand knowledge as to whether or not this ESC, from the factory, is designed with, I would guess, 50% LESS throttle range than forward speed?Lastly, is there anyway to reprogram this speed limitation? :(( Many ThanksJonathan
Title: Re: AquaCraft Atlantic harbor tug
Post by: NickelBelter on August 09, 2022, 11:41:33 pm
As far as I know, the answer is yes, it's programmed that way and no, it isn't possible to reprogram it. 
Title: Re: AquaCraft Atlantic harbor tug
Post by: Akira on August 10, 2022, 12:04:29 am
Many Thanks. As I suspected, and feared... >>:-(
Title: Re: AquaCraft Atlantic harbor tug
Post by: Martin (Admin) on August 10, 2022, 04:02:10 am
 
Many have replaced the radio and speed controllers with 'hobby' grade gear, as opposed to the fitted 'toy' grade stuff ....
Title: Re: AquaCraft Atlantic harbor tug
Post by: Akira on August 10, 2022, 12:04:23 pm
Yes Martin, I agree, but there is a funds availability issue at the moment. I think a new radio and especially a new ESC will make a world of difference.ThanksJonathan
Title: Re: AquaCraft Atlantic harbor tug
Post by: Martin (Admin) on August 10, 2022, 01:32:58 pm
 
Yep .....