My experience with Exceed F4-E and Nitroplanes
I recently purchased the 2.4GHz F-4E Jolly Roger Phantom EDF from Nitroplanes. I was happy with the model when I received it; assembly was easy and the model looked great. When I planned on flying it, the plane functioned with exception of the ESC. After two days of working with Nitroplanes online support, they issued an RGA to return the ESC. The ESC was replaced after they received the defective one back. One complaint I do have about the RGA process is I had to pay for shipping to return the ESC and was never reimbursed. I do not feel it was my fault that I received a defective ESC. I installed the new ESC and the problem was fixed. Finally, I get to fly. I hand launched the jet, it took to the sky quickly. The nose started to dip a bit, so I pulled back on the stick. The jet instantly nosed down and hit the ground. Most of the foam components are a total loss. Afer further investigation, I found the elevator servo was reversed. Pilot error is one thing, but this plane is advertised as a 100% Ready-to-Fly jet. So here I am with a $200 plane that has been reduced to rubble. Checking the nitroplanes website, I figured it is going to cost me at least $100 for replacement parts. Overall I am not happy with the product or the experience.
Posted on: 7/3/2009 7:54 AM by Author "removebeforeflight" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8903121

RE: Problems with New 2.4GHz F-4E Jolly Roger Phantom EDF Brushless RC Jet
Thanks for the input Vasy. I tried all of your suggestions without any luck. I am not getting the beeps when I plug in the battery, all connections look good.
Posted on: 6/8/2009 1:22 PM by Author "removebeforeflight" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8835582

Problems with New 2.4GHz F-4E Jolly Roger Phantom EDF Brushless RC Jet
I received the New 2.4GHz F-4E Jolly Roger Phantom EDF Brushless RC Jet on Friday. I assembled it yesterday, plugged in the battery tested the controls with no problems. Disconnected the battery, took a break for lunch and when I returned to make the maiden flight the ducted fan no longer functions. All other controls are working properly. I have tried my other battery, checked connections and re-binded the transmitter with receiver without luck. Is there something else I need to check? Or is the ESC or ducted fan motor defective? Order #: 580755 Thanks Derek
Posted on: 6/7/2009 6:24 PM by Author "removebeforeflight" in the forum "NitroModels Support"
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/fb.asp?m=8833374