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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/21/2006 1:37:27 AM   
Loswave


 

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Status: offline 		Well, I finally did get my box. I haven't been able to post lately because the hotels wireless went down and hasn't come back up. So I'm just making a quick post before we head home tomorrow. I don't have a pic of the box yet but I can give a couple hints, then I'll give you the answer tomorrow when I get home. It's not a heli, I do want my TRex, but not yet, and I'd say the box is probably mediums sized, something like 1 1/2' x 1' x 9". Ohhh, some friendly advice, if you think flying your CP at about 12 am with even small amounts of alcohol involved DON'T. I managed to not break anything, but it was pretty dicey. Anyways, I'll talk to you guys tomorrow when I'll actually have time for more than one post...

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/21/2006 1:53:41 AM   
ct420


 

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Status: offline 		Ok Dave, what's the verdict on the Falcon? I heard it's a Walkera 36 clone???

It looks good to me for the money. Hobby-lobby.com has them on sale for $279 at the moment. They are out of stock, but Estimated for 8/25...

hmmmmmmmm

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/21/2006 3:01:12 AM   
choppersrule


 

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I'm not familiar with the Walkera 36 at all. It may be a clone.

I live just 12 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana. One of the guys on the forum called me today about the Falcon 3D.

Compared to the Blade Cp, it's an awesome difference. Size is the same as a T-rex. Alot bigger than the CP.

I'm sure you have checked it out, It comes with a brushless motor, Head Holding gryo and direct drive to the tail.

So far, I'm totally happy with the Falcon, I have about 30 battery packs on it now with no problem. Broke one set of blades, pilot error of course.

The first time I spooled it up was almost scary, sooo, much more power.

For the price difference, from the Blade CP Pro and the Falcon 3D. Hands down, Falcon 3D.

If you have any more question about the Falcon, PM me. I don't always chect all the threads.

Not a great picture, but left to right , Falcon 3D, Blade CP and a Blade CX.


Dave / Choppersrule


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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/21/2006 3:54:40 AM   
ct420


 

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Status: offline 		Sounds good... I think I'm gonna get one.

Thanks for the info!

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/22/2006 1:29:13 AM   
Loswave


 

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Status: offline 		I do like the looks of that Falcon 3d, I'd buy that instead of the rex, but I'm going to build the rex in a manor such that there is no upgrading availible, short of a controller better than a 6102, which more than suits my needs. Oh, my box by the way was a Reef Racer 2. I'd had my eye a quick little boat for vacations and I finally broke down and bout it at a nice hobby shop creativly named RCCarStore in Danvers, MA. Depending on how this month goes I may just buy a Falcon 3d anyways, it's be one heck of a moneysaver over the 900 ish that I'm looking at for a Rex

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/22/2006 2:39:15 AM   
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Status: offline 		Loswave,

Congrats on the medium sized or was that a big box? I'm sure you'll have a ton of fun hours with Reef Racer. They are just a blast.

Yeah, the Falcon is a lot less expensive than the 900-ish. You could buy 3 Falcons for the price of 1 , 900. If you broke two Falcons, look at all the spare parts you would have. Plus, still be flying.

I've analyzed my repair expenses and upgrades over the last 8 months, with the Blade CX and CP. . To tell the truth, I'd be better off just to buy a new heli. And use the crashed heli for parts, with the exception of blades.

You've probably seen in early posts, that the Falcon is the same size as the T-rex and the power difference from the Blade CP is just incredible.

Go for it,

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/22/2006 4:37:09 AM   
Loswave


 

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Status: offline 		You know, the longer I think about it, the less it helps. I'm sitting here thinking I could buy that in like 2 weeks, then save the TRex for over the winter... One can never have to many helis/planes/boats/cars/trucks! The Reef Racer has been pretty cool, considering until now I've never had a decent hobby boat, it really does turn like nobodies buisiness. Now I need to rig a hook system to it, so I can drag my CP out to the middle of a pond/lake, then take off, just for effect, lol!

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/22/2006 9:51:05 AM   
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Status: offline 		Sorry to butt in guys, but have any of you looked at the Aplus 400 or the SJM400? I don't know whether to get one of those or the Falcon??

www.aplus400.com
www.sjm400.com

There are better deals on them at http://www.rc-expert.com/product-package.php?pid=355

I guess all I would need is an rx and tx which I have.

Again, sorry to butt in but I value all of your opinions and have been reading all your various posts for months now...

Thanks for your time.

asinla

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/22/2006 6:56:58 PM   
ct420


 

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Status: offline 		Well, I took the plunge today and ordered the Falcon 3D (AT600) from hobby-lobby.com (I gotta keep pace with Dave!)


I was really wanting another RTF heli, and the Falcon looks to be just about the best one available for the price from what I could tell. Those that have it have nothing but good to say about it.


I was going to wait until next month, but the company I work for granted me some stock yesterday, so it's heli-palooza for me (Getting older does have it's advantages sometimes...)


I think this will be the perfect compliment for my beloved BCP. It's bigger, but not too big...

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/22/2006 11:39:46 PM   
choppersrule


 

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Status: offline 		Loswave,

Sounds like your having a ball with your new Reef Racer, get some pics if you can and post. As far as the hook system to tow the CP from the pond/lake may not be a bad idea. Do CP's float without pontoons?

As far as ordering the Falcon, just login to hobby-lobby.com, a couple clicks here, one click there, input credit card number and presto. Just like magic you've ordered you new heli and it will be on the front porch in just a few days, plus you have time to save the money, before the credit card bill comes.

It's still early, you could do it tonight, only takes 4 minutes flat..

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/23/2006 12:32:23 AM   
choppersrule


 

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Congrats on your new purchase. I'm sure you will be pleased with the Falcon, and awed at the power compared the the CP.
First time I spooled it up, it got me a little nervous with the power it has.

I'm taking it slow, I'm old too. Reflexes aren't what they use to be.

Helpful Tip:

I know you'll be anxious to charge the battery and take that first test flight.

While the battery is charging, take the blades off and balance them.

Check every screw, nut and bolt and make sure everything is tight. (The screws were loose on mine, that hold the tail boom to the main frame.)

Put the training gear on, at least until you feel comfortable with the new power it has.

POWER UP:
It's different than the CP with the green light arming.
Turn on TX, plug in battery to the heli.. You will get 1 audible beep, then about a 4 second pause(seems like forever), four more beeps and then a red light will come on, in the head holding gyro. Another short pause, and then 1 final beep.. Then it's armed and ready to go.

On take off, it jumps left somewhat more than the CP, I use between 1/4 or even 1/2 stick right, on the right stick.

Just take your time on the maiden flight.

Any questions, just PM me.

Good luck,,, oh one more thing.

(I gotta keep pace with Dave!)

I am now a happy home owner, I paid off my house about 2 months ago. Well, no more escrow for property takes and home owner insurance. Now I have to pay for it myself. Yea, you may have guessed. My property taxes and home owner insurance are due next month. Also, I retired in 1996, but still work, just something to do. And I have to pay quarterly state taxes, also due next month.

Total will set me back about 2 1/2 grand. Sooo, I think your going to surpass me in a short go.

It's just that I'll have to start budgeting for next year.

Best of luck,

Dave / Choppersrule




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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/23/2006 1:50:46 AM   
Loswave


 

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Status: offline 		I don't actually have a credit card yet, or beleive me I may have already bought it. I've always been happy with my debit card. Never really wanted to have a credit card... Plus, as far as the books are concerned I don't have a job, and as far as credit goes, I don't have a low score, but I'm not even on file. Although I get nearly 2 credit card offers a month or so...

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/23/2006 1:54:28 AM   
Psikelly



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Status: offline 		Oh curse you both. If my LHS carried parts for that thing Id be gettin 1 in a hurry. Guess Ill just have to beef up my CP and get a HH gyro next lol My wife ordered the 3in1 and RX today for my Bday (early present) And her mom bought me the Eflite brushles and ESC for the hardwood job Im doing for her. Still wish I could get a Falcon though.

Hope you guys enjoy them. Have fun

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NO I did not just crash!! Im making it flop around on the ground like that on purpose. Its a new stunt.

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RE: CHOPPERSRULE WHATS IN THAT BOX???? - 8/23/2006 2:01:48 AM   
choppersrule


 

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Status: offline 		Loswave,
Credit cards are a good thing, only if you can control your spendings. It's a marvel for emergencies. Plus it helps build your credit report score. I understand the book thingie.

Hang in there, you'll be getting one soon.


Dave / Choppersrule

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