Rebel Hot by Comp Arf
11-26-2019, 05:20 PM
#202
no. Seen plenty of successful k80 flights to not be concerned. Also crow mix usually requires thrust just to stay aloft. I also have a 2.2m predator that had been known to fly on a 100N, that I have a 170n turbine in that has been a complete non issue for me. Of course, this jet will be more over powered than my predator(and I look forward to it! I'm not into turbines just to say I'm into turbines - I like the ridiculous speed n power! ).
11-26-2019, 06:05 PM
#203
Officially PISSED!
So, the included controller for the gear EASILY allowed me to plug the battery in reverse polarity, INSTANTLY smoking the controller. ***!!! Sure, just don't plug it in backwards, but the connector had no problem allowing me to do so. Pretty stupid design F**K!
So, the included controller for the gear EASILY allowed me to plug the battery in reverse polarity, INSTANTLY smoking the controller. ***!!! Sure, just don't plug it in backwards, but the connector had no problem allowing me to do so. Pretty stupid design F**K!
Last edited by bodywerks; 11-26-2019 at 06:52 PM.
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11-26-2019, 08:13 PM
#210
It’s probably, if not the best controller, one of the best controllers on the market. I definitely wouldn’t spend more money on a JP controller. You might consider running the regulator, the current requirements of the gear are really low, you can use a smaller reg. I have the same problem with the gear on my plane, JP gear, sucky JP controller, want to run the Xicoy, need the reg..
11-27-2019, 03:10 AM
#211
Print clearly shows voltage range
Battery connector is polarized
Bodyworks im not using my JP controller.
i have only used 2S lipos on my JP gear with zero issues. I have many flights over the last two years on one model and around 40 flights on another.
Last edited by Bob_B; 11-27-2019 at 03:21 AM.
11-27-2019, 05:28 AM
#212
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Just received an email from Electron Retracts.
They are getting ready to release a set of ER30's for the CompARF version of the Rebel Hot. Previously they did offer a set for the (original) Pirotti version, but CARF changed the design (presumably to accommodate the JP gear)
The new Electron struts will be 'adjustable', so I'm guessing that means you'll be able to perfectly center the wheel in the well. This sounds like a great option for this plane.
They are getting ready to release a set of ER30's for the CompARF version of the Rebel Hot. Previously they did offer a set for the (original) Pirotti version, but CARF changed the design (presumably to accommodate the JP gear)
The new Electron struts will be 'adjustable', so I'm guessing that means you'll be able to perfectly center the wheel in the well. This sounds like a great option for this plane.
11-27-2019, 09:40 AM
#213
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Residual thrust issues
no. Seen plenty of successful k80 flights to not be concerned. Also crow mix usually requires thrust just to stay aloft. I also have a 2.2m predator that had been known to fly on a 100N, that I have a 170n turbine in that has been a complete non issue for me. Of course, this jet will be more over powered than my predator(and I look forward to it! I'm not into turbines just to say I'm into turbines - I like the ridiculous speed n power! ).
11-27-2019, 10:26 AM
#215
Rear pipe support inside original former
Lots of open space
85 grams
Shortened tank
In getting close to finishing mine up so I thought I would add a few pics. I modified the stock and reduced it from 60oz to 40oz.
I used the original forward tank mount for my radio board. And then added a tab on each side to secure the front of the radio board.
I put an incidence meter on the wing and used A bubble balance to make sure the radio board was that 000 for the Gyro. I made up a 2 ounce UAT Using the felt filter clunk and a Dubro tank. Hopefully I can finish the install over the long holiday weekend ahead.
11-27-2019, 10:28 AM
#216
It’s probably, if not the best controller, one of the best controllers on the market. I definitely wouldn’t spend more money on a JP controller. You might consider running the regulator, the current requirements of the gear are really low, you can use a smaller reg. I have the same problem with the gear on my plane, JP gear, sucky JP controller, want to run the Xicoy, need the reg..
11-27-2019, 10:46 AM
#217
I ha e a Kingtech 85g2 in my Hot. Ying off pavement. The idle thrust produces way too much forward motion to safely taxi out. Landing requires a longer approach and I've added crow. I've reduced the top end rpm as it was cruising at about 1/4 throttle.. Way over powered. This isn't a Bandit. I'm interested in dialing down the idle speed but hear this produces issues of slow acceleration and flaming out. I'm very surprised to see so many others flying with an 85 when the jet weight wet is only 16 lbs.
Idle thrust is different for every brand of turbine, so hopefully the swiwin is less than your kingtech.
16lbs take off means just a couple pounds over 1:1 thrust. IMO 1:1 is perfect, so this is only slightly 'overperfect', lol.
11-27-2019, 10:54 AM
#218
mine are the jp gear that came with the jet, as well as the jp controller that came with it. As Bob pointed out, it accepts 7.4-8.4 volts, and as Dirk at pacificrcjets stated, the jp controller doesn't regulate the voltage, so I should be good. Not sure if I'm going to use the gyro part yet, as I do intend to run the AS3000 gyro on my AR12310T eventually.
