Transponder repair. (Read 2,659 times)

[Richh]

Hi Peeps, Proberly already asked before but who repairs transponders or I recall a post a ways back that some one had converted a TX800 unit to hard wired.
Any thoughts please.

[Murray Guy (Grandad)]

It used to be we sent the unit to SNZ who had repairs carried out. Ring them.
And yes, I recall a post that hard wired the older re-charge battery versions.

[Racerman]

From the Speedway NZ rule-book
Off season Repairs
 It is recommended that if the TX8000 Transmitter is 4 years old or more, you should have it serviced during the off season.
 Speedway NZ service the units for approx $160, which includes new original type batteries and a 12 month warranty.
 Other repairs if required incur extra charges


Repairs are carried out in Australia by the manufacturers Dorian Industries, and include a 12 month warranty.
Send to Speedway NZ and get a replacement unit returned right away.



Converting a battery unit to hardwired has not been successful as it damages the circuit board. Some people have tried to convert the TX8000 to a hard wire version with differing results, most have failed eventually
The firm ware is designed to cycle the battery on charging so hard wiring will cause eventual damage.

[Richh]

Thanks guys for your input. Much appreciated

[loosemetal]

Many people have also opened them and successfully replaced the batteries themselves. AA rechargeables and a soldering iron is what you need. Will save you about $120.

[teamtennant75a]

There is a place in Auckland that advertised in Dirt Track Magazine a while ago, Titanenergy 154 Kohimaramara Road Ph 02102733794. They can sort out the batteries give them a call and see what else they offer.

[Rusty]

Glenn Rowlands makes a good battery pack for around $45 takes about 15mins with a soldering iron and a bit of expanding foam

[crewmen]

Cellmate batteries Ryan
0226561323
73 Chartwell Ave
Glenfield Auckland 0629
Email [e-mail]

He fix my transponder $65