Kingtech presents the all new T1 sports jet
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winter1 (08-30-2020)
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Mine finally showed up exactly (to the day) 8 months after ordering. Dirk was fantastic through the process and y'all were right....it was worth the wait. Even after seeing pictures and understanding what 2.2 meters means, this jet was still bigger than I thought it was. The paint is beautiful with only a few minor blemishes which I'll be able to buff right out. Can't wait to get going on it. The purple is much more brilliant that it looks in the pictures as well.
#2578
I agree but he was asking if it affected the gyro itself. The Gyro acts the same with 100% expo or 0% expo. It’s only the sticks that feel different with expo.
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AEROSHELDON (08-29-2020)
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I hope you're doing well. I'm putting the Kingtech 140 in it. I'm looking for the F3S type flight so a 140 will be plenty. I thought about the 160 but decided to stick with my original plan. Our field is 800x200 grass. I was going to put on a F3S contest with our F3A contest in October but COVID said don't do it this year. Archie Stafford is actually going to come down and maiden it with me. He's been my mentor switching to jets and one heck of a friend. I'm really excited about this jet. Honestly, it's been a while since I've been looking forward to something in R/C and it's nice to have that excitement back.
#2581
Hi guys, as for the expo setting. You have set the expo only in stabilization mode /off/ or even when stabilization / normal on/. I was wondering if the expo setting in stabilization mode / normal on / could not reduce the stabilization efficiency. For example, Jeti recommends not using the expo on its Rx Assist, with stabilization turned on. ***winter***
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winter1 (09-04-2020)
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Out in the field, I have found that most experienced pilots either zero out the expo on the transmitter or dial it back severely when using a gyro. I have had one manufacturer of gyro products actually tell me NOT to use expo when using a gyro. He indicated that the effects of expo can conflict with the gyro. But, ... I have never seen or heard the actual technical explanation of how they interfere with each other. I have played with this a lot and found that expo does not seem to affect the Igyro. But then I seldom go over 20% expo to start with. I tend to have less travel on my control surfaces and not depend on expo to keep me from applying too much surface to any particular situation. My gyro settings are always low too. I seldom use more then 30% gain on my Igyros. I usually start out with 0%, 20% and 25% gains on the switch.
#2583
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I use about 20 to 25 percent expo with or without gyro. Don’t care what gyro manufacturers say it’s what feels good to me.
now for the AR gyro I don’t even set a gain it does that all automatically. You simply turn it on and it will max the gain to the flying conditions.
the cortex uses a higher gain setting the the Igryo . I gyro will be around 25 and cortex would be almost 45 on the same planes.
now for the AR gyro I don’t even set a gain it does that all automatically. You simply turn it on and it will max the gain to the flying conditions.
the cortex uses a higher gain setting the the Igryo . I gyro will be around 25 and cortex would be almost 45 on the same planes.
#2586
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Now that you said that I went to the Mini page and it has a ton of RB pics on it, and the 2.2 only has one pic. Thanks! I have a flat camo T1 now and haven't flown it yet but I think the RB will be easier to see..... I might even try a light silver on the bottom to get more contrast.
#2587
Now that you said that I went to the Mini page and it has a ton of RB pics on it, and the 2.2 only has one pic. Thanks! I have a flat camo T1 now and haven't flown it yet but I think the RB will be easier to see..... I might even try a light silver on the bottom to get more contrast.
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AEROSHELDON (09-04-2020)
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#2590
I originally wanted the Audi scheme. That was until I saw videos of it. Kind of underwhelming. Then I saw the monster scheme. This scheme really looked good in the air and the wing tips popped. So I changed my mind and went with the red version. I really like it as it looks good on the ground and I know it will look good in the air.
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Out in the field, I have found that most experienced pilots either zero out the expo on the transmitter or dial it back severely when using a gyro. I have had one manufacturer of gyro products actually tell me NOT to use expo when using a gyro. He indicated that the effects of expo can conflict with the gyro. But, ... I have never seen or heard the actual technical explanation of how they interfere with each other. I have played with this a lot and found that expo does not seem to affect the Igyro. But then I seldom go over 20% expo to start with. I tend to have less travel on my control surfaces and not depend on expo to keep me from applying too much surface to any particular situation. My gyro settings are always low too. I seldom use more then 30% gain on my Igyros. I usually start out with 0%, 20% and 25% gains on the switch.
Disclaimer, this is my interpretation (opinion) of the situation, and I mean situation deliberately as I do not see this as a actual problem. I kind of see it as added setup flexibly. In essence, you have more knobs to use to fine tune your setup for optimal feel. Example, if your jet feels too mushy close to center or between 0-25% stick. You can decrease gain or expo, or a little of both to tune to the right feel. Also, feel may mean stick control or plane stability at zero stick in relation to gyro damping / hold. You want to make both feel right, no? I sometimes see pilots follow a certain path, whether right or wrong because it is what works for them. It is what makes them feel comfortable or they are simply accustomed to doing it in a certain way. Again, not right or wrong - it is what is right for them. I don't think there is a right or wrong in this case either, but I think it is important to think through what is actually happening. That way you can make logical corrections and adjustments if something doesn't feel right. A lot of times people don't like a plane or believe it has bad habits because they have never really finished tuning or setting it up fully. Sorry for going long on the reply, just my 2 cents - I hope it helps!
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One silly but important question. I have always used the turbine oil mixed with Jet-A. I know this has been covered a lot but just to finalize my decision. I own a Jetcat P-120 and it’s run perfectly. I will switch to diesel and an oil additive. I have turbine oil with me. What’s the alternative to the turbine oil? I have heard but the Jetcat oil. Jetcat doesn’t make oil right? My buddies say use dominator two cycle with a specific ratio. What do you guys use?
Thanks
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#2595
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One silly but important question. I have always used the turbine oil mixed with Jet-A. I know this has been covered a lot but just to finalize my decision. I own a Jetcat P-120 and it’s run perfectly. I will switch to diesel and an oil additive. I have turbine oil with me. What’s the alternative to the turbine oil? I have heard but the Jetcat oil. Jetcat doesn’t make oil right? My buddies say use dominator two cycle with a specific ratio. What do you guys use?
Thanks
Thanks
#2596
One silly but important question. I have always used the turbine oil mixed with Jet-A. I know this has been covered a lot but just to finalize my decision. I own a Jetcat P-120 and it’s run perfectly. I will switch to diesel and an oil additive. I have turbine oil with me. What’s the alternative to the turbine oil? I have heard but the Jetcat oil. Jetcat doesn’t make oil right? My buddies say use dominator two cycle with a specific ratio. What do you guys use?
Thanks
Thanks
#2597
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One silly but important question. I have always used the turbine oil mixed with Jet-A. I know this has been covered a lot but just to finalize my decision. I own a Jetcat P-120 and it’s run perfectly. I will switch to diesel and an oil additive. I have turbine oil with me. What’s the alternative to the turbine oil? I have heard but the Jetcat oil. Jetcat doesn’t make oil right? My buddies say use dominator two cycle with a specific ratio. What do you guys use?
Thanks
Thanks
#2598
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I think jet central still ok's it, but it is the worst oil to use, imo. The are jet oils that aren't all that great. It depends on the turbine, as far as what oil they recommend. Kingtech recommends their oil, and I'm sure it's a good oil. But Badboyzrc.com also sells oil that is good. It's what I would run if I wasn't getting Mobil jet II for free. Of the jet oil's I recommend it, or exxon 2380.
#2600
Senior Member
Hi guys, I finally flew my T-1 yesterday. Everything went very well. It flies beautifully. Thank you all for your support and valuable advice in building my first jet. ***winter***