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  • Cafguy
    Its not easy to troubleshoot the individual components and we all end up purchasing something we didnt need. its just the way it goes when your "chasing" a problem. After a crash I always assume the ribbon cables are damaged and replace them Bad...
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    Cafguy reacted to Paulark's post in the thread Anyone self-repair your gimbal yet? with Like Like.
    That's kinda how I feel about replacing the ESC. Then it turns a moderate repair into a major surgery...and therefore likely an insurance claim. Also, I wouldn't think the ESC would be damaged by a hard landing, but if the gimbal motor is what...
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    Cafguy reacted to Paulark's post in the thread Anyone self-repair your gimbal yet? with Like Like.
    Replace the ESC? I have blown out that motor with compressed air multiple times. Why wouldn't I start with replacing the buzzing pitch motor? Looking at its behavior and loudness in that video, doesn't it seem like that's the cause and at the...
  • Cafguy
    You may have to replace the motor BUT that won't fix the problem The ESC most likely will. if you are careful and use a very light breeze of air you may be able to dislodge any obstructions or dirt. If you have used compressed air then you...
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    Cafguy replied to the thread Hi form Idaho.
    Welcome Back!!
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