Does an ICE 160 require a Pistix?

[FighterCat57]

I've got an ICE 160 HV and I'm trying to get it to arm with a pistol grip. It's arming, but only at full reverse. Wondering if there's a way to get it to arm with the 70/30 position.

[hebner]

Yes, I have one in my 1/8 scale hydro on 10S. You will need a pistix for the esc to work properly with pistol style tx.

[FighterCat57]

I wonder if I can modify the springs on the trigger on the Tx... Hmmm. Since I have a few... might be worth a try... Going to give it a try. =)

I can get it to arm by holding the trigger on the ESC, so this might just work.

[FighterCat57]

Done! Modified the trigger cam on the Tx to keep the trigger at the lowest point. It's a one way mod, but works like a charm.

If anyone wants info on this mod, let me know. It was on the Traxxas link 2.4ghz black Tx from an E-Maxx. I'm sure it would work on any of the traxxas pistol grips too.

Game on! =)

[Steven Vaccaro]

there is even an easier way. A simple rubber band. then you can still use the tx for other boats.

[FighterCat57]

there is even an easier way. A simple rubber band. then you can still use the tx for other boats.

Cool, Yeah, that's certainly a way to get by in a pinch too! I've done that while bench testing some air ESC's.

Just don't use an old rubber band! (defaulting to 50% throttle on a bench test can make some really nasty sounds. )