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Old 05-01-2006 | 04:30 PM
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Hi again. Ok i want a 4ch rc, but i know that they are advanced. I have a tight budget, so i cant get 1 plane that get a new plane soon as im good with the 4ch one. Is it possible to block one channel or maybe do you think i can do 4Ch but it will be harder? Whats your opinion? [8D]
Old 05-01-2006 | 04:33 PM
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Go with 4 channel.
Most standard trainers are 4 channel and most people I know recommend you learn on a 4 channel plane.
Old 05-01-2006 | 04:37 PM
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Yes, start with a 4 ch radio, you can use 1, 2, 3, or all 4 channels.

If you get a 3 channel radio, you'll have to buy a new one when you want to move up to 4
Old 05-01-2006 | 04:38 PM
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Old 05-01-2006 | 08:58 PM
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DEFINATELY 4 ch. You can't use ailerons without the extra channel. You can get one of the cheaper Tower Hobbies radios, they are Futaba clones and work great.
Old 05-02-2006 | 05:26 AM
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Four Channels
Old 05-02-2006 | 05:57 AM
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ORIGINAL: Marcham

Hi again. Ok i want a 4ch rc, but i know that they are advanced. I have a tight budget, so i cant get 1 plane that get a new plane soon as im good with the 4ch one. Is it possible to block one channel or maybe do you think i can do 4Ch but it will be harder? Whats your opinion? [8D]
As others have said, go with 4 channels. Also, if you're on a tight budget, try contacting a local club before you buy anything. Sometimes they will know of someone who tried the hobby, didn't like it, and is selling off their stuff for a really good price.
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You should get in touch with a local club and get all the help you can from them, including learning to fly, it will definately help your budget. And YES the 4 channel is better >> check with a club !!!

I hate it when a student comes out that just bought what ever anyone says they need, chances are they got a lousey plane, a radio that is out of date or not compatable with anything, the engine is either way to big or small and they have a bunch of junk in their flight box that they don't really need yet, if ever. Then they get bent because the instructor says it won't work. []

Sorry about the preaching, but think about it. [:-] ENJOY !!! RED
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4ch

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