RE: Art-Tech 3Ch Cessna 182 RC Radio Control Plane
I have some advice and a question. I've had my Cessna for 3 years or so. The really surprising thing to me is that it flies faster than you think it should. I agree that altitude is your friend but you need to climb gradually. This plane is heavy for its size. Make sure you have plenty of room on takeoff so you don't have to turn until it gets some speed and altitude. Otherwise, you may tip stall it. It's just not stable without some speed. After you get some altitude you can play around with the airspeed and get a feel for it. Now the question. I have been struggling with the ailerons on mine from day one. It's the old style with one servo and the wire-in-a-tube linkage. First of all, shoud the wire have a definite bend between the tube opening and aileron horn or just kept straight? secondly, has anyone converted the old style wing to use 2 servos like the new ones? If so, I'd like to see how it was done. Chris
Posted on: 11/15/2009 12:33 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
No problem. I use single Rx AR6100's on my HBK2, HK450, and all my parkflyers but I wouldn't for a nitro plane or a heli bigger than a 450. Chris
Posted on: 10/10/2009 1:35 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
[quote]ORIGINAL: joizeex yea i think you'll be just fine with it. besides, what kind of silly idea is this dual Rx thing anyway [:D] an Rx should be good enough that it'll never need backup. actually, a gov isn't really a ''must have'' item for nitro unless maybe you're doing some ridiculous 3D. i'm only using ch 7 to turn my stabilization system on/off in extreme emergencies. [/quote] 72 Mhz is fine if you don't have any issues. The reason for dual receivers on 2.4 GHz is it is more likely to get blocked or reflected. If the signal is lost momentarilly in a digital system like Spektrum, it can take several seconds for the receiver to lock back on to the transmitter. The extra receiver ensures that you always have a solid link in any orientation. Chris
Posted on: 10/10/2009 9:26 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Art-Tech 3Ch Cessna 182 RC Radio Control Plane
Nice looking plane. Congrats on the maiden. Are you flying at MVRCC? Chris
Posted on: 9/22/2009 12:50 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
[quote]ORIGINAL: sly the dogman goodday, I was doing 2 things at the same time,got distracted thought the tx was on but wasen't, pluged the pack and goodbye....Caught the heli but in the process but the washout base and the rotor head control snaped. [:(] It's ok to laugh you know. So my question to you is: is there a way to get to those parts without taking every apart ? [:)] If you have pics with the explanations it would help me a lot. [8D] thank you kindly Sly [/quote] Be careful! Even this little heli will take some skin off. It can also take out an eye so safety glasses are a must when you're testing and adjusting. I'm glad to hear you're OK and the heli is fixable. Chris
Posted on: 5/6/2009 12:29 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
The E-flite S75 gears are the same as the 8g analog gears except for the spline gear. They're $2.99 but you can find them at any hobby shop. Chris
Posted on: 5/6/2009 12:21 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
Has anyone else worn out the balls on the blade grips? Mine have too much slop but all the others are fine. I have some belt CP grips to replace them. Chris
Posted on: 5/1/2009 5:03 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
[quote]ORIGINAL: jasbabe hi, i'm just curious. what type of crystal did you use on your HBK receiver (single or dual conversion; futaba brand rx crytal?) to make it work with your futaba tx? thanks. [/quote] I have the green HBK2 Rx in a Slowstick with a Futaba transmitter. Use the MFR's crystal for the Tx and GWS single conversion crystals in the Esky Rx. I think [link=http://www.bphobbies.com/view.asp?id=V243551]THESE[/link] are the ones but I'm not 100% sure. You can also buy the Esky crystals from Esky dealers or Ebay. Chris
Posted on: 4/26/2009 8:25 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Blade CX-2
Hey, if you guys have moved on to bigger helis and honed your flying skills, dig that CX2 out of the closet and try it now. I'm flying much better in small spaces and it's much more exciting than the MCX. Don't get me wrong, I like my MCX, Honey Bee K2, CX-2, and HK-450 but it's OK to fly them all. Chris
Posted on: 4/20/2009 6:16 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: Air Hogs Aero Ace!
I don't know if you guys follow RC Groups but I picked up a Thunderbird glider tonight at Hobby Lobby. Upon searching, I found [link=http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=6062313&postcount=1196]THIS[/link] . A few posts later, he shows the [link=http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showpost.php?p=6121492&postcount=1213]bottom of it[/link] . I kept reading and found [link=http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=476593&page=82]more of them[/link] Chris
Posted on: 2/14/2009 4:14 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
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RE: Air Hogs Aero Ace!
[quote]ORIGINAL: trroadster Tim Have a look at: http://www.modellbauvideos.de/x-twins-piccoz/dizzy-chick.html [/quote] Wow, that's a great flying plane. Silverlit, are you paying attention! Build it and they will come. But seriously, I have a few Power Hawks still in the box. Maybe I'll do something like this with the electronics. Chris
Posted on: 2/11/2009 3:03 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
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RE: Art-Tech 3Ch Cessna 182 RC Radio Control Plane
Been a while since I visited this thread so I thought I'd post my latest. I finally tried a 3S lipo instead of the 8s NiMH and I'm lovin' it. It's an 800 mah I had for my foamy. I've been determined not to cut the battery box and these just fit. That's with a 2408-21 spinning a GWS 8043 prop. It's not the power I wanted but the ability to fly slower. There is enough punch there if I need it. I think the flight time is about the same as the NiMH pack but I haven't timed it. If you're looking for a cheap RX on 72 or 35 MHz, try the Esky EK2-0420A. I have been flying one on my Slow Stick night flyer without any problems. Chris
Posted on: 11/12/2008 11:22 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Foamies! - RC Electric Foam Aircraft"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
I have my swash mix settings at 55's on the DX7. Maybe that's why my backflip was so slow. Chris
Posted on: 10/13/2008 3:09 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Blade CX-2
[quote]ORIGINAL: Evan T. if i ran my batt down till it wouldnt fly is it toasted [/quote] Watch it very carefully when charging. If it doesn't puff, it's OK to use. In the future, try to land when you notice a drop in lift. Chris
Posted on: 9/22/2008 7:43 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
[quote]ORIGINAL: Rosebud6 I had major problems with my tracking a while back. Ended up being the blades (new out of package). Put on the extreme plastics and it cleared it up. Not sure if it was because of the extra weight or just a bum set of blades but it tracks great now. A little heavy for any type of 3d flight but great for sport flying. [/quote] Just be careful with those plastic blades. They can hurt you. They will also pull a little more current so watch the flight time so you don't puff your lipo. Chris
Posted on: 9/22/2008 2:15 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
Thanks, guys. Might have to order some servos. Sorry about the avatar comment. That's on another site. I added my picture now but I don't think it shows in posts so here's a pic. BTW, I've had a few hard crashes with this canopy and all I've done is scratched it. Chris
Posted on: 9/17/2008 10:55 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
[quote]ORIGINAL: crimsonrain22 Nice eaterofdog funny that is almost exacly my bird. Even the same canopy. But I have a 3900 esky in it. Getting ready to change out the sg-90's for some hs-55's thought I trashed 2 of them in my last crash, Was trying to do aileron rolls in a gym didnt have enough power to pull out before I got to close to the edge of the air(read floor) [/quote] Nice looking birds. I have that canopy too (note my avatar). I used the stickers that came with it because I thought they might help with orientation. Not sure if they do or not. Anyway, how do you guys get SG-90's to fit? I had some for a plane and tried to make them fit but it seems like the shaft sticks out to far. Chris
Posted on: 9/17/2008 9:54 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Blade CX-2
[quote]ORIGINAL: mcinturf Hey chris1379, where do you live in dayton? I'm in Beavercreek. Just bought a CX2 about a week ago. Had a few crashes/replacements prior to hitting the forums and learning how to make adjustments. Getting better with it though. Still want to do a few upgrades/replacements but having a difficult time removing some of the screws on some of the parts. Guess I'll
Posted on: 9/4/2008 8:36 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
[quote]ORIGINAL: betapilot Hey dude, another way if you are using a programmable radio, I just copy the model to the next position so I have two of the same model saved and then take my #2 settings and change them to match the battery and name the model accordingly, it will keep you from having to make any adjustments just, switch to the proper model and go. [/quote] Thanks, I never thought of that. It should work cause I have a DX7. Funny thing is I have a second program already because I wanted to experiment without messing up the settings but I never used it. I'm still not sure how others are running 80-100% throttle with similar batteries but mine doesn't like it. It could be that my cheapie ESC has a weird throttle curve. I had to set the endpoint adjustment down because it automatically adapts to the throttle range every time it's turned on. It's consistent now but could be non-linear. Guess I'll play with it and see. (Off Topic): I've been mostly flying my Hobby-Lobby Yak-55 lately. It hovers at half throttle and has unlimited vertical. If you've never tried a flat foamie, I highly recommend it. They're amazingly cheap fun. Chris
Posted on: 8/22/2008 10:40 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
Since wer're on the subject of head speed, I have an interesting problem to which I haven't found a solution. I have the E-Sky 3900kv, 9T pinion, plastic head, and woodies. I have a linear throttle and pitch curve. With smaller batteries, the head speed is around 2300 rpm. With Loong-max 1650's, it's over 2700 rpm. Is there an easy way to adjust the speed for different batteries? The head speed with the Loong-max batteries is insane for someone like me who hasn't mastered CP flight yet. One little dumb-thumb and it goes the wrong way FAST!! Chris
Posted on: 8/22/2008 5:39 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Blade CX-2
I would guess that most people who enjoy the CX-2 will eventually buy a CP heli but what's that got to do with the CX-2? The Mini Titan can't replace it for indoor fun. Is it safe to assume you just got your Mini Titan and it's such a rush it leaves you delirious?[sm=spinnyeyes.gif][sm=lol.gif].
Posted on: 8/22/2008 5:24 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: Blade CX-2
[quote]ORIGINAL: Dopesick [quote]ORIGINAL: aviator24 I have moved out the servo link rods for more control in the wind outside. How far can these be moved out? I am out two holes on each side and have two more holes to go? When I get aggressive or try to avoid a crash, I seem to break blades all the time! I want to go to upgrade my blades AS CHEAPLY as possible. Would I be better off just getting a longer bar between the blades?? I have read about lightening the flybar as well as shortening it? That sounds difficult and beyond my tech skill? Pretty much all thumbs. [/quote] If your breaking blades while flying aggresivly, you NEED to lighten your flybar. The lower blades respond much quicker then the flybar weights will allow the upper blades to respond. Your getting the Blade Clack of Death. As discussed: http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_7699962/tm.htm [quote]ORIGINAL: Roadtorque I was looking at my swashplate on my CX2 the other day and thought about giving it a shot of oil (WD40) on the top side of the swashplate just to cut down on any friction that might be in there. Anyone see a problem with this? I figured as long as I dont get to much oil in there to drip over the motors I would be fine. What do you all think? [/quote]I would say to you... NEVER use WD-40 as a lubricant. Its one of the worlds worst items to use as a lubricant. It's title, and use is a "Water Dispersing" agent. Hence WD, Combination #40. If you really wish to lubricate it, I would say use a drop of silicon oil. However, IIRC that is a sealed bearing, and it won't doo too much good anyways. [/quote] I also think that oil can cause the stock swash to separate more easily. It's just a pressed fit. If it needs lubed, it probably needs replaced. Chris
Posted on: 8/22/2008 2:24 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: Air Hogs Aero Ace!
And one other mom said "made of foam" like it's a bad thing. The RC guys seem to like it. Chris
Posted on: 8/2/2008 4:13 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
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RE: Air Hogs Aero Ace!
I saw the AA Bipes at Target when I bought my Rolling Fury a few months ago. I also thought you guys might be interested in this [link=http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2796636]RC Pterodactyl[/link] at TRU. I bet the birds would love it. Chris
Posted on: 8/1/2008 6:46 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
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RE: Air Hogs Aero Ace!
[quote]ORIGINAL: tornado875 hey i want to no if my aero ace is savable. the back things you adjust to go higher and lower are broken off and lost any ideas? Kevin [/quote] Are you talking about the elevator surfaces? If so, you can use pieces cut from foam dinner plates. You can tape them on. You'll have to get creative to figure out how to position them. Maybe some wire from bread ties? Any ideas, guys? Chris
Posted on: 7/24/2008 9:37 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Electric Indoor & Micro RC Flight"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
Just to let y'all know, the Eflite links PN EFLH1437 work fine and are a tighter fit. Chris
Posted on: 6/10/2008 3:07 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
[quote]ORIGINAL: jecchile Thanks Chris1379... that is a GREAT find regarding the LP5DSM TX. [/quote] No problem. I remembered seeing that earlier. I haven't read into it enough to know if there is a way to adjust the throttle curve, though. Also, I think you can get Esky crystal pairs if you look for them. Maybe Ebay? I got the GWS Rx crystal in case I want to use my Futaba FP-T4NBF (old
Posted on: 5/31/2008 1:44 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
[quote]ORIGINAL: jecchile Thanks guys for your replies... The LP5DSM TX does not have any micro switches in the battery compartment. Took the batteries out and looked carefully. NOTHING. It is a great little radio for "foamies" and flying indoors so I guess I'll use it like that... Changing crystals in the E_sky TX and RX would be a lot simpler to get to a less crowded frequency... Anyone knows what type (Futaba for example) of crystals this TX/RX will take? Thanks again. [/quote] Have a look at [link=http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=611167]This Post[/link] for CCPM on the LP5DSM. As for the crystals in the Esky, you can use GWS single conversion crystals. You can probably get away with moving 1 or 2 channels away.
Posted on: 5/31/2008 3:56 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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RE: Blade CX-2
Make sure neither shaft is binding and try binding the receiver again. Chris
Posted on: 5/24/2008 3:46 AM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "E-Flite Helicopters"
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RE: Honeybee King v2 tuner shop
[quote] Anyone got the scoop on the E-Sky 8G servos? I heard they will be discontinued and a crappy 7.5 to replace. These 8G's hold up fairly well (compared to S-75's or HS-55's) and at $7.00 ea...they're great. If they are discontinued....I'll have to find one the same price, and quality as the E-Sky 8G's...I love 'em (use 'em in foamie planks, any heli up to a 450...they're great). [/quote] I just got a Honey Bee FP with digital servos and it does flips so fast It doesn't even need negative pitch...........OK, I'm kidding. Anyway, they are EK2-0508 and look identical to the 8g's except for the label. I'm willing to bet the gears are the same. I'm glad to know the 8g's normally hold up well. I killed 3 of them in one crash - must have been a fluke. I bought 3 new servos and 6 gear sets. Haven't stripped one since and I even broke a set of Xtreme blades. Chris
Posted on: 5/22/2008 11:31 PM by Author "chris1379" in the forum "Esky Helicopters"
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