flyin40

i have a dx7 radio and was wondering what the advantage/disadvantage was on adjusting the tension in the thumb sticks

RCKen

My Feedback: (9)

It's more of a personal preference. Some like to have more tension because of the feel. Others like it more loose. The best I can say is to try each settings out and see which you prefer.

Ken

timothy thompson

My Feedback: (1)

try them the way they are then see.I like the way they are

Krener

I had to put more tension on mine.
I thought having them 'loose' would be less tireing on the thumbs, but I was WAY wrong.
Almost crashed my Somethin Extra cause the 'feel' was non existant.

To try it out I advise tightening them, and testing 'in field' as doing it at the bench I as I found out doesn't give you the same 'sensation' as in the field.

May take a few tries, but it may save smashing your plane into the ground.

My 2c

CGRetired

My Feedback: (1)

Some people have even gone to the extent of changing out the springs for a stiffer feel. It all comes down to a personal preference and trial and error.

daveopam

My Feedback: (9)

I put a lot of tension on the Aile & rudder. Since I am a thumb and not a pinch flyer it is easier to hold a set amount of throw. For example when doing a fast rolling circle. I am working the elev up and down rather fast. It is easier to keep the roll rate constant if the aile has more tension. An example on the rudder would be Harriers or low hovering. i work the throttle in both of these cases. Having the extra tension on the rudder just gives me better control.

David

flyin40

i just did the same thing and i think i like it like that a lot thanks for suggesting it

Square Nozzle

My Feedback: (1)

When I do a maneuver requiring elevator I have a tendancy to pull the stick into the corner and end up putting some unwanted roll into the maneuver. My aileron spring tension is maxed out and I've even gone to heavy duty springs.