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Forum: Electric General Discussion
04-13-2018, 01:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,903
Posted By Erickson6111

Warning for new people!!

I got attacked by my Valiant RC plane this evening. I shut my controller off after binding and checking servo function, then it went crazy, full throttle, and sliced my foot open! Always disconnect...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-31-2017, 10:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By Erickson6111

They did send a new one with no questions asked...

They did send a new one with no questions asked (3.5 weeks wait). I bought the other one immediately because warranty claims are never fast.

But I want a slightly more aggresive prop to go with my...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-31-2017, 09:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By Erickson6111

I assumed that slower motor + more blades = same...

I assumed that slower motor + more blades = same thing essentially.

But my 4 blade props are actually super skinny, so they aren't turning fast enough with the 740kv.

Hobby horizon has sent me...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-25-2017, 12:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By Erickson6111

For future reference, Eflite manual says that...

For future reference, Eflite manual says that park 370 motor is for planes 7-14oz. This plane is 26oz

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Forum: Questions and Answers
07-25-2017, 12:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By Erickson6111

well, I am changing motors because the original...

well, I am changing motors because the original died in 25 min flight time, and Hobby Horizons customer service takes too long.

Also, Hobby Horizon FMMProp039 7x5.4-4blade is actually a...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-17-2017, 02:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By Erickson6111

I found a post saying that a 4 blade still needs...

I found a post saying that a 4 blade still needs to be 87% the diameter of the 2 blade it replaces. That is horribly inefficient, so im really hoping that is true
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-15-2017, 10:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By Erickson6111

I want to get away from the stock prop because...

I want to get away from the stock prop because that broke with no real reason. I have a 4 blade 7"x5.4 pitch coming in the mail. Nearest hobby shop is 200 miles away, and they don't seem...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-15-2017, 09:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By Erickson6111

The lawn is smoothe enough, but I don't wanna...

The lawn is smoothe enough, but I don't wanna have to bring the lawn mower with me every time I take off. Brothers super cub trail dragger can do it, but my tricycle is less clearance. I bought...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-15-2017, 09:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By Erickson6111

I bought an eflite park 400 motor/ 28mm to...

I bought an eflite park 400 motor/ 28mm to replace my park 370/28mm. Aaaaand the mounting holes are different. Fack. Also motor shaft length is shorter
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-10-2017, 07:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By Erickson6111

I just looked over specs again, and spinner size...

I just looked over specs again, and spinner size is 34mm. I assumed they were about the same diameter...just measured, and 28 is correct, good catch.

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Forum: Questions and Answers
07-10-2017, 12:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By Erickson6111

I am completely new to this whole thing. But...

I am completely new to this whole thing. But after getting terrible durability out of my stock prop (3 landings in tall grass) I am looking for something different. Very little info on the subject it...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-09-2017, 08:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By Erickson6111

Also my stock prop was 8.25" x 5.5 pitch

Also my stock prop was 8.25" x 5.5 pitch
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-09-2017, 04:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By Erickson6111

The slightly larger prop on my brothers super cub...

The slightly larger prop on my brothers super cub brushes the water when he's got floats on, even with calm water.
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-09-2017, 04:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By Erickson6111

Propeller upgrade?

The stock propellor on my Mini App. S broke when I crash landed in tall grass, so I need a new one. Ive convinced myself that a 3 or even 4 blade would be ideal, in allowing takeoffs in taller grass...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-09-2017, 02:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By Erickson6111

The kv rating seems to be just a random number...

The kv rating seems to be just a random number getting thrown on these motors...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-09-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By Erickson6111

Alrighty then, I need a 34mm motor approx...

Alrighty then, I need a 34mm motor approx 150Watt, is this correct?
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-08-2017, 05:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By Erickson6111

That is good to hear. How can I tell what size of...

That is good to hear. How can I tell what size of motor mine is/what size I need? Do I mainly go off the Kv rating?
Forum: Brushed/Brushless motors, speed controls, gear drives
07-07-2017, 08:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,370
Posted By Erickson6111

Motor compatibility AR636A

the brushless motor on my Mini Apprentice S crapped out on the 2nd battery charge. So id like to get away from Hobby Horizon motors, and see what other brushless motors are going to work with my...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-07-2017, 08:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By Erickson6111

Motor compatability Hobby Horizon

the brushless motor on my Mini Apprentice S crapped out on the 2nd battery charge. So id like to get away from Hobby Horizon motors, and see what other brushless motors are going to work with my...
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