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02-11-2013, 07:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 809
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: will lengthening the sticks slow down the control

If you don't want to lower your "rates" any further, your radio might also have "travel adjust" you can reduce the full stroke of each servo. What you are looking for is "expo" to soften the...
02-11-2013, 07:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,901
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: BNF or RTF foamies?

Don't feel bad, ZLash. Some folks enjoy building as much as flying, and some just enjoy flying. Either way, you're in the club.

The main reason some models are offered both as BNF (with...
08-25-2012, 07:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,350
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: What Is the Smallest Brushless Electric Motor Available?

I'm using this 0.9 oz motor (brushless) http://www.headsuprc.com/servlet/the-1420/2712-dsh-12-Outrunner-Brushless-Electric/Detail
on my 9 oz flat profile foamy with 32" wingspan. It's surprosing...
07-17-2012, 05:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,951
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: as3x (or gyro)question

Yes, on the UMX planes, the as3x is built into the receiver. So you would have to buy the receiver/as3x as one piece. Think it's around $80 from Horizon Hobby. I found this out when I was...
06-20-2012, 04:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,576
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Using Ailerons as spoilers

Oh, forgot to mention, this only works if you have two aileron servos, one for each side.
03-25-2012, 05:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 981
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Mcfoamy as trainer with buddy box, and foam repair

Great post, Dean. I also think that a 3D flat/profile foamy makes an excellant trainer. Dial down the control throws, and it makes flying really easy. Landing one of these for a beginner is a...
02-07-2012, 12:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 906
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Thought I'd made up my mind, but...

I have the UMX sbach from E-Flight, and even though it's small I would not consider it to be "a nice slow 3D plane" so be careful in your selection. That sucker is quick and squirrely and needs a...
02-07-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,460
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Hello anyone here??????????????

Must have been a difficult question! Sometimes it takes a few days for folks to notice and respond. If you're looking for free advice, you need to be patient.
02-01-2012, 04:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,353
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Need help!

I have no experience with either of those helis, but here's some general info that might help.

Two main rotors going in opposite directions is called Co-Axial, and are the easiest heli to fly. ...
01-30-2012, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,552
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Need advice on finding a Foamy

I'd say that 38" would be too large. The two things you need to fly in a small space are light weight and small, in that order. May I suggest a light weight flat profile 3D foamy, no larger than...
01-24-2012, 12:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,353
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Need help!

If it's radio instead of infrared, that's a good thing. You can fly outside as long as there's no wind.

Based on what I see in the picture, I'm pretty sure it's 3 channel. It says that on the...
01-23-2012, 08:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,353
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Need help!

I feel your pain, Areias. And don't feel bad about being a beginner. As you said, we all started there.

My best advice is to search the internet for a web site that sells that brand. And if...
01-15-2012, 09:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,849
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Spektrum DX6i compatible helicopters

I think what you're asking is: can the Spektrum DX6i talk to other brands of radio, the answer is no. If you buy a brand of heli like E-Sky or Walkera, you will have to replace the receiver with a...
01-15-2012, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 841
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Belt Driven better than Shaft Driven?

I agree with Barracuda, shaft is slightly more efficient, belt is more forgiving in a crash or minor tail strike.

Also, some folks have trouble with their belt creating static, which causes...
01-07-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 999
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Best second heli?

Welcome to the heli side of RC, Bryris. I fly both and don't see that changing anytime soon.

Here's the progression from starting with easiest to setup and fly.
- Co-Ax 3 channel
- Co-Ax 4...
12-08-2011, 05:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,352
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Confused about first 3D to buy

Hi sixinarow,
I love foamies and am sure you will also. The cool thing about 3D foamies is you can set them up tame (small control travel) and fly them like a trainer. Then as you progress,...
11-29-2011, 12:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,067
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Is 10A too much power?

Just to say it another way, a speed controller rated for 10 amps, can handle any motor current up to 10 amps. It's normal and recommended to have slightly more "capacity" in your ESC than you expect...
Forum: 3D Flying!
08-05-2011, 08:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,290
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Gyros for 3D flying?

Report on Test Session #2, gyros on elev and rudder.
After a little glue, the flight test dummy was ready for more "research". I adjusted the limits on the gyros, which increases the max throw of...
Forum: 3D Flying!
08-04-2011, 03:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,290
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Gyros for 3D flying?

Ok, I have to admit I'm attracted to the challenge of making it work, just for something fun/different to do. Been flying helis for a few years, and got into 3D foamy planes about a year ago. So,...
07-16-2011, 04:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,391
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Gyro calibrated Katana for Hover

I'd say theroetically the Co-Pilot could work. But good luck initiallizing it perfectly level. And on a plane, the senser needs to see in all directions, so mounting location might be difficult.
...
Forum: 3D Flying!
07-15-2011, 07:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,290
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Gyros for 3D flying?

You make a great point Barracuda, about knowing how to properly set up a gyro. I've been reading a couple of older forum threads about using gyros in planes (mostly larger RC planes) and seems to me...
Forum: 3D Flying!
07-12-2011, 05:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,290
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Gyros for 3D flying?

I've been wondering the same thing about gyro for 3D planes. Haven't found a good answer yet, but can tell you that it seems to be a secret club. Nobody will admit to using gyro, because folks will...
07-10-2011, 04:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,790
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: need 3d parkflyer

Rather than re-type the discription and impressions of my new 32" Foamy, here's a link to the thread. I wouldn't go any smaller than 32" wing span for outdoor flying, unless you're in a small area...
06-29-2011, 05:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 819
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: mini heli?

I think the term "mini helicopter" refers to 400 and 450 size electric helicopters, which are in the range of 24" to 26" long. I doubt you'll find a RTF in that size for under $100.

Maybe...
06-29-2011, 05:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 785
Posted By Beachcomber

RE: Which electric helicopters to buy??

Welcome to the hobby. You're almost as old as I am.

By the looks of your questions, you've already done a lot of homework, so you're well on your way to getting hooked.

I'd suggest your...
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