Kingtech presents the all new T1 sports jet
08-31-2016, 07:21 AM
#401
08-31-2016, 08:08 AM
#402
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In the specs it list the model power requirements for a K80 - K160 size turbine. How would this fly on a P100? I have one sitting around that needs a home. Wondering if it would be a good fit.
08-31-2016, 04:11 PM
#404
Saw your pic gunradd. Your idea works but with the new kits the horns are doubled on the moveable surface. So unless you move the servo itself to a more center position in alignment with the horn, it makes it hard for the pushrod to make that angle to fit right on the horn on the flap or aileron. At least in my plane the way the servo sits and the arm I'm using I have to use the ball links to make a straight shot from the servo arm to the horn
TB
Last edited by TonyBuilder; 08-31-2016 at 04:26 PM.
08-31-2016, 06:46 PM
#405
My Feedback: (34)
Yeah try it out. I am also not using the stock horn. Some would go into thresd and pull right out. Didnt like thst so i got a pack of heavy duty dubro 4-40 and made my own rods with carbon sleeve. Yes overkill but looks nice when done. Will go back and heatshrink sfter all is set and look even cooler
09-01-2016, 03:55 AM
#409
Tony, Im not sure when Ill get mine, I ordered mine on 8/18, and the estimated delivery was 8-9 weeks. W Dirk let everyone know on the 25th, any New orders from that point on may take 10-12 weeks. Im hopin mine is the shorter,, of all the personal attributes, Patience is my weakest point 4 sure,
09-01-2016, 04:22 AM
#410
This is what I am working on to correct the servo setup and linkages. This is with a 1" servo arm, HD clevis, and 4-40 ball link. I took a ball and put it between the two horns to lock it in and put the linkage on the inner outside. This give a almost perfect alignment. Some trimming of the slot will need to be done but not much. This might just work. 
TB
TB
Last edited by TonyBuilder; 09-01-2016 at 04:25 AM.
09-01-2016, 08:54 AM
#411
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So that's for the stab. So you're not using the double horn on the flying surface. Just one side. I would just as a washer so the ball link doesn't come off in flight.
johnny
johnny
This is what I am working on to correct the servo setup and linkages. This is with a 1" servo arm, HD clevis, and 4-40 ball link. I took a ball and put it between the two horns to lock it in and put the linkage on the inner outside. This give a almost perfect alignment. Some trimming of the slot will need to be done but not much. This might just work.
TB
TB
09-01-2016, 09:12 AM
#412
Hmm... So I guess I'll be moving all my horns or servos when I get mine. That's the downside of these ARFs. I spend more time redoing things the way I want them than if they hadn't done it for me.
It's been about seven weeks since I ordered mine at Kentucky.
It's been about seven weeks since I ordered mine at Kentucky.
09-01-2016, 09:53 AM
#415
Hmm, I'm using all the hardware and factory horn locations on mine. I haven't seen any issues that concern me. Am i missing something?
Last edited by Digital Pilot; 09-01-2016 at 10:19 AM.
09-01-2016, 01:39 PM
#416
My Feedback: (34)
Ive been using most ofnthe hardware, just not the factpry horns. Thought they looked too big and funky looking. And had issue with one of them not right size. And alsonwill be using a metal hinge for the doors instead of the plastic one.. these are just preferences as i had other items already laying around but the kit does come with everything you need. No complaints here.
09-01-2016, 03:28 PM
#417
The only hardware i did not use where the plastic hinges. I had aluminum ones already as well..
I feel that the factory hardware is good. For the price of this kit im pleased with the hardware and quality of this jet.
Would buy another in a heartbeat!
I feel that the factory hardware is good. For the price of this kit im pleased with the hardware and quality of this jet.
Would buy another in a heartbeat!
09-01-2016, 04:16 PM
#418
There is nothing wrong with the factory setup and many are flying with it...be it with only using 20-30% of the servo throw and resolution. As a builder this is not the ideal setup or use of the current technology we have with our servos and radios. With a little engineering all this can be achieved in the factory as it is surface/ servo setup 101!
For those of you that build this jet in a week from finding it at your door this is fine, but for the builders we want it the way it should be, and the way we know it should be. I have no problemb making it work and find it a challenge sometimes to work these issues out. My comments are not ment to criticize but to offer positive feedback and options for others. The generic setup used on this jet works for most frames but it's not the best for this one. With a little tweaking they can get it right to where even the most inexperienced builder can achieve the proper results that most seasoned builders get. In my opinion the control horns are still to short for this type of setup (servo arm and ball link outside the wing)
I get that this is a bargain and making changes raises the cost but we are talking simple changes, even doing the flap setup like Topflite uses would work here and not add to production cost.
A factory internal servo mount for the ailerons would also be easy to do and look really cool and even better...work!
I think this is a great model and will be very popular in the future as long as the cost stays down, otherwise they will be compeating with CARF and SM and they have the setup I'm talking about already.
TB
Last edited by TonyBuilder; 09-02-2016 at 04:14 AM.
09-02-2016, 04:19 AM
#420
Perfect! The outside wall of the pipe will never get that hot so you will be good. The servo wires during the build was the one thing that scared me for new people to turbines building this plane. That is the one spot you can get into trouble on by not paying attention to the wires being close to the pipe.
09-02-2016, 04:31 AM
#421
Per our request the factory has now made a larger fuel tank along with a combined smoke tank. This tank will not come stock and will need to be orderd seperate from the T1. Not sure how soon they will be available but not to much longer. Also dont know price yet.
3.7L fuel tank plus 1L smoke tank.
3.7L fuel tank plus 1L smoke tank.
09-02-2016, 08:48 AM
#425
Pictures, Pictures, Pictures!!!!
Please send pictures of your finished T-1 to us, static or flying. I could use some good shots of "ALL" the color schemes to post on the website. Your participation is greatly appreciated!!
Good Flying,
Dirk
[email protected]
Please send pictures of your finished T-1 to us, static or flying. I could use some good shots of "ALL" the color schemes to post on the website. Your participation is greatly appreciated!!
Good Flying,
Dirk
[email protected]
Last edited by flejter1; 09-02-2016 at 06:45 PM.