Great Planes new Escapade for DLE 30cc?
09-21-2015, 01:12 PM
#301
Sort of funny looking over the servo requirements for this bird - they recommend Futaba 3305 servos and this is their specs...
FEATURES Wide usage in cars and boats that require standard size,
high torque servos
Two ball bearings
3-pole motor
Standard Futaba J style connector
Metal gears
One year warranty
Hummmmmmm, cars and boats eh?
Jerry
FEATURES Wide usage in cars and boats that require standard size,
high torque servos
Two ball bearings
3-pole motor
Standard Futaba J style connector
Metal gears
One year warranty
Hummmmmmm, cars and boats eh?
Jerry
09-21-2015, 03:02 PM
#302
These are the specs from servo city. You don't think it would be adequate?
Control System: +Pulse Width Control 1520usec Neutral
Required Pulse: 3-5 Volt Peak to Peak Square Wave
Operating Voltage: 4.8-6.0 Volts
Operating Temperature Range: -20 to +60 Degree C
Operating Speed (4.8V): 0.25sec/60 degrees at no load
Operating Speed (6.0V): 0.20sec/60 degrees at no load
Stall Torque (4.8V): 99 oz/in. (7.1kg.cm)
Stall Torque (6.0V): 124 oz/in. (8.9kg.cm)
Operating Angle: 45 Deg. one side pulse traveling 400usec
Continuous Rotation Modifiable: Yes
Direction: Counter Clockwise/Pulse Traveling 1520-1900usec
Motor Type: 3 Pole Ferrite
Potentiometer Drive: Indirect Drive
Bearing Type: Dual Ball Bearing
Gear Type: All Metal Gears
Connector Wire Length: 12"
Dimensions: 1.6" x 0.8"x 1.5" (41 x 20 x 38mm)
Weight: 1.64oz. (46.5g)
Control System: +Pulse Width Control 1520usec Neutral
Required Pulse: 3-5 Volt Peak to Peak Square Wave
Operating Voltage: 4.8-6.0 Volts
Operating Temperature Range: -20 to +60 Degree C
Operating Speed (4.8V): 0.25sec/60 degrees at no load
Operating Speed (6.0V): 0.20sec/60 degrees at no load
Stall Torque (4.8V): 99 oz/in. (7.1kg.cm)
Stall Torque (6.0V): 124 oz/in. (8.9kg.cm)
Operating Angle: 45 Deg. one side pulse traveling 400usec
Continuous Rotation Modifiable: Yes
Direction: Counter Clockwise/Pulse Traveling 1520-1900usec
Motor Type: 3 Pole Ferrite
Potentiometer Drive: Indirect Drive
Bearing Type: Dual Ball Bearing
Gear Type: All Metal Gears
Connector Wire Length: 12"
Dimensions: 1.6" x 0.8"x 1.5" (41 x 20 x 38mm)
Weight: 1.64oz. (46.5g)
09-21-2015, 03:18 PM
#303
Looking at it closer, I think it is Great Planes way of saying, use servos that are at least this. Modelers have to look and decide what they can spend on servos and such. So I think it's valid, but I would have to agree, more torque, more money, might be better.
09-24-2015, 01:24 PM
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Hey Guys;
I went with these servos on my bird and I am very happy with them!!
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXDKEG&P=3
The Tactic TSX 45BB running on a 6 volts LiFe battery system., have work great for me!! As you read the manual on any new ARF, they always go for the top on the line equipment and its up to the modeler to come up with what is best for them. But one thing I tell anyone who ask me, is not go below the recommend torque they call for!!
Tom Nied;
The servos in your post look good, but, I would go with the 6v set-up and have the max torque!!
Like I said before, you will love this plane and will have fun with her. On the flaps setup, you don't need them!! She do slow down very nice without them.
Sonny
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jet22b
I went with these servos on my bird and I am very happy with them!!
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXDKEG&P=3
The Tactic TSX 45BB running on a 6 volts LiFe battery system., have work great for me!! As you read the manual on any new ARF, they always go for the top on the line equipment and its up to the modeler to come up with what is best for them. But one thing I tell anyone who ask me, is not go below the recommend torque they call for!!
Tom Nied;
The servos in your post look good, but, I would go with the 6v set-up and have the max torque!!
Like I said before, you will love this plane and will have fun with her. On the flaps setup, you don't need them!! She do slow down very nice without them.
Sonny
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jet22b
09-24-2015, 01:37 PM
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Y'all,
I haven't said much lately about the Escapade but after a month and a half of flying it IT IS ONE OF THE GREATEST PLANES i HAVE FLOWN. My favorite plane remains the Balsa Nova with VVRC20 cc but the Escapade is pushing for first place.
Sonnytex
I haven't said much lately about the Escapade but after a month and a half of flying it IT IS ONE OF THE GREATEST PLANES i HAVE FLOWN. My favorite plane remains the Balsa Nova with VVRC20 cc but the Escapade is pushing for first place.
Sonnytex
09-24-2015, 02:21 PM
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HOLY COW Batman......look what I just found and check out the price and the torque ratings....
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...ELZN&P=ML#tech
Jerry
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...ELZN&P=ML#tech
Jerry
10-18-2015, 05:42 PM
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Didn't know if you knew.........they are available at Tower Hobby http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...?&I=LXEVZH&P=7
Joe M.
10-20-2015, 07:43 AM
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Hay Joe,
A friend tried to order one last week and was told that once again they sold out and are on back-order for a month or so. I haven't verified it ............but he is presistant and would have one if possible.
A friend tried to order one last week and was told that once again they sold out and are on back-order for a month or so. I haven't verified it ............but he is presistant and would have one if possible.
11-02-2015, 03:38 PM
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I don't use the "Pants" due to partial flying off grass, just asking for problems! Our flying is coming to a stop soon, weather has changed a lot and getting cold meaning snow will soon arrive, crap! I will try and get in a few flights if possible.
11-04-2015, 05:06 PM
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My club field is a 1400ft grass runway and I have had no problem with the stock gear!! Wheel pants on grass will give you some pain!! But it flies great with or without them!!
Hope that help!
Sonny
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11-05-2015, 06:07 AM
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Mine has the 35 ra with a 19 in. prop. I fly off grass and asphalt. I put on 3.5 wheels and all is well and the gear is quite substantial, the extra height works out well for my field. (the paving really wears out tires)
You most likley would have to fabricate gear if you intend on going that way..............
Mine has the 35 ra with a 19 in. prop. I fly off grass and asphalt. I put on 3.5 wheels and all is well and the gear is quite substantial, the extra height works out well for my field. (the paving really wears out tires)
You most likley would have to fabricate gear if you intend on going that way..............
01-14-2016, 01:22 PM
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Finishing up my escapade with the 35ra up front. Just was wondering where everyones balance was? i am using HItec 625's and 645's and using 6v 2300 nimh on ignition and receiver. seems like im going to be nose heavy. it will be going on the balancer this weekend. Ignition battery is right in front of fuel tank. Wondering what everyone did to make theres balance in a decent range 4 1/2 - 4 3/4? I was thinking i could put ignition battery on back tray with receiver battery in front of rudder servo. Let me know your setups !!!!
P.S. - This thread has made this plane a breeze i.e. running the plug wire etc. for the 35ra and other small details that could have caused problems. Thanks in advance!
P.S. - This thread has made this plane a breeze i.e. running the plug wire etc. for the 35ra and other small details that could have caused problems. Thanks in advance!
01-14-2016, 01:58 PM
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My set up is as shown in the pictures. The ignition module is mounted to the underside of the fuel tank tray. One 7.2V battery in the front and a 3000 mah 6.6V Life battery in the rear beside the receiver. The picture shows a 7.2 V that I had beside the Rx while waiting for the Life battery to come in the mail. I temporarily needed it for testing the rates etc when I was building it. The other difference is that I put flying wires on the tail which added a bit of weight to the rear. That put it at the balance point on my plane at 4.75". Once I flew it a few times I found I would like it back a little more. I will either move the ignition battery back or take out the choke servo and put in a manual linkage.
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01-18-2016, 04:41 AM
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Thanks, I got quite a few flights on it this summer. It is a very nice looking bird in the air as well. The color scheme presents itself nicely against the sky.
01-18-2016, 07:50 AM
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