RCDiscuss.com - Learn to Fly and Drive the Coolest RC Helicopters, Planes, Cars and Boats - RC General Discussions http://www.rcdiscuss.com/ Feel free to talk about anything radio remote controlled in this board. en Mon, 20 May 2013 21:25:29 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/images/misc/rss.png RCDiscuss.com - Learn to Fly and Drive the Coolest RC Helicopters, Planes, Cars and Boats - RC General Discussions http://www.rcdiscuss.com/ Found out 2 things today http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49920-Found-out-2-things-today&goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 17:43:04 GMT With a bit of apprehension, and a 10-15mph wind with gusts to 20mph, brought along to the soccer field these: Attachment 8214... With a bit of apprehension, and a 10-15mph wind with gusts to 20mph, brought along to the soccer field these:
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I found out with the help of the Orange 3 Axis Stabilizer in the plane, and the 6 Axis in the 450 that I could indeed fly in wind! This was my first attempt at flight in conditions other than dead-calm!
Also found out me and Sonny Boy aren't the only ones flying at said soccer field! While walking back to the car, I spied a broken Dynam Propeller lying on the ground...hmm...wonder who it could be??
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]]> RC General Discussions Matiac http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49920-Found-out-2-things-today DJI NAZA-m FIRMWARE UPDATE http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49904-DJI-NAZA-m-FIRMWARE-UPDATE&goto=newpost Sat, 18 May 2013 03:21:30 GMT I dont have one but fyi,, DJI has released the new firmware v3.12 for Naza-M, Naza-M V2 and Phantom customers.The major differences between v3.12... I dont have one but fyi,,
DJI has released the new firmware v3.12 for Naza-M, Naza-M V2 and Phantom customers.The major differences between v3.12 and v3.10 firmware are as below. Please log into DJI website for more information!

FIRMWARE

*Add Receiver Advanced Protection Function.
*Fix the problem of transmitter mid point deviation and travel asymmetry. Add mid point checking when power on, if there is too much deviation of mid point, motor start fails and LED indicator flashes Red to warn you.
*Optimize stop motor in Intelligent Mode, the criterion of stopping motor changes from under 40% throttle stick to under 10%.


SOFTWARE

*Add Receiver Advanced Protection Function on the Basic->RC tab. ]]> RC General Discussions Ghostrydyr http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49904-DJI-NAZA-m-FIRMWARE-UPDATE this end of rc is where its at. http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49874-this-end-of-rc-is-where-its-at&goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 23:06:07 GMT i look back to the begining were i didnt know anything had poor equipment didnt know how to charge batts didnt no how to figure out flight time. i... i look back to the begining were i didnt know anything had poor equipment didnt know how to charge batts didnt no how to figure out flight time. i burned up lipos like they were nitro fuel i crashed literaly every flight.

jump forward 3 or 4 years. i have a good radio have good batts and charger tons of dedicated rc tools and even a few computer programs. i have a sim(rarely fly it now) and things just work if i build a heli it flys and flies pretty well if i build a plane it seems to do the same, dont crash on maidens anymore.

but im now in the the area where dumb will crash me and has. so pretty much at either end of the spectrumn we crash. but it seems crashes are now spred out by months and even sometimes years.

i recently just just put together a literaly 20 dollar plane a f22 cut out of phone. freind of mine atualy built the airframe. and man i think its just as much fun to fly as my 1200 dollar helicopter . a few years ago i wouldnt have touched a cheesy looking home brew bird with a ten foot stick because it just isnt cool. turns out its realy freaking cool ]]> RC General Discussions evanmiller03 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49874-this-end-of-rc-is-where-its-at An (Electric) self rotating wing http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49867-An-(Electric)-self-rotating-wing&goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 09:33:00 GMT I have been working on a 2nd prototype wiyh 2 Typhoom Brushless motors! 1st prototype had Brush Motors.A little less work with just 2 leads.But, I... I have been working on a 2nd prototype wiyh 2 Typhoom Brushless motors! 1st prototype had Brush Motors.A little less work with just 2 leads.But, I think I should go with the Brushless? I've heard they are much Better all the way around? 2 motors 1 channel? 2nd also has a 4ft. by 13 inch wing on each side with a Typhoon on each sid to turn it! See 1st prototype at r/cuniverse (Electric) rotowing or Twitter Charles Glazebrook.Open to all suggestions! Have to get it in Flight on Video.To promote it being built as a Unit small E.V.s could Drive in and out of!Taking advantage of all the Features allready in Todays Auto's! Todays are to (Dyslexsic) to ever be Efficiante! Sorry Sikorski! Mine is a New twist to an Old concept! ]]> RC General Discussions rotate1953 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49867-An-(Electric)-self-rotating-wing f22 backyard flight http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49855-f22-backyard-flight&goto=newpost Tue, 14 May 2013 04:04:08 GMT





And the finally

]]> RC General Discussions evanmiller03 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49855-f22-backyard-flight Parts http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49841-Parts&goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 22:28:16 GMT Anyone else having issues with getting part from Nitroplanes.com or NitroRCX? On the website but always out of stock.. Anyone else having issues with getting part from Nitroplanes.com or NitroRCX? On the website but always out of stock.. ]]> RC General Discussions Keith_Cox http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49841-Parts Wow over 70 views no replies http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49817-Wow-over-70-views-no-replies&goto=newpost Wed, 08 May 2013 14:34:10 GMT Kind of hard to understand how more than 70 people have read my post on how long is the average flying time on batteries and fuel and not one person... Kind of hard to understand how more than 70 people have read my post on how long is the average flying time on batteries and fuel and not one person answered. Seemed like a simple question that someone would know the answer to. Up until now I've gotten some good feedback on other posts. DAL and fly girl especially. Just a little frustrating seeing how many people read the post and didn't reply. ]]> RC General Discussions mixman98 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49817-Wow-over-70-views-no-replies RC Hangar Time podcast http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49811-RC-Hangar-Time-podcast&goto=newpost Wed, 08 May 2013 05:14:38 GMT RCHT is a weekly podcast show covering all things RC Aircraft related, give it a listen and let us know what you think! You can find more info... RCHT is a weekly podcast show covering all things RC Aircraft related, give it a listen and let us know what you think!

You can find more info about the show and cast at:

https://RCHangarTime.com

Direct Download:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...me/id595409355

You can subscribe to the show via itunes:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...me/id595409355

Or you can subscribe directly via the RSS feed:
http://hangartime.podomatic.com/rss2.xml ]]> RC General Discussions BlenderBoy http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49811-RC-Hangar-Time-podcast Servo Spline Count http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49802-Servo-Spline-Count&goto=newpost Mon, 06 May 2013 23:49:40 GMT I found these couple of websites, don't know if they've been posted here before, but here they are if anyone has a question about what servo arms are compatible with which other servos.

http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/elect...nes-guide.html

http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/elect...use-where.html ]]> RC General Discussions DAL2855 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49802-Servo-Spline-Count Won the bid on the Nitro 600! http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49795-Won-the-bid-on-the-Nitro-600!&goto=newpost Sun, 05 May 2013 02:17:20 GMT YAY! I won the bid on the Compass Knight .50 I was bidding on, on ebay, so pretty soon I'll be starting this build. I comes complete except for the three cyclic servos and a muffler. Comes with the JR G7000T Extreme Tail Lock Ring Gyro with 8700G Gyro servo for the tail servo. A YS50ST .50 motor and does come with blades as well, but I have a bid on a set of 550 KBDD blades for it. I also have a bid right now on an Align 3GX FBL system for it so that I don't have to get a separate governor for the Nitro engine. Plus get the stabilization of the 3GX gyro. Haven't quite decided on which FBL head I am going to use yet though. Whether to go with a DFC head or a normal FBL head or even a multi-blade head since I will be installing an MD-500 fuselage on it.

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This is what it looks like right now!
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]]> RC General Discussions DAL2855 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49795-Won-the-bid-on-the-Nitro-600! when will this be in stock?? http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49794-when-will-this-be-in-stock&goto=newpost Sat, 04 May 2013 20:36:42 GMT I am wondering when the Dynam 5 Channel F4U RTF RC Plane Warbird 2.4Ghz will be back in stock ??? :confused: I was wondering also if it would still... I am wondering when the Dynam 5 Channel F4U RTF RC Plane Warbird 2.4Ghz will be back in stock ??? :confused:
I was wondering also if it would still be on sale, please let me know thanks. :):rolleyes ]]> RC General Discussions pilotmaster http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49794-when-will-this-be-in-stock Flying Time http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49782-Flying-Time&goto=newpost Fri, 03 May 2013 13:10:32 GMT Hello everyone. I have a Hobbico Superstar using the old crystal electronics setup. 4.8v 2000 MaH receiver battery and transmitter is a Futaba... Hello everyone. I have a Hobbico Superstar using the old crystal electronics setup. 4.8v 2000 MaH receiver battery and transmitter is a Futaba Skysport4. The transmitter has a battery gauge on it so I can tell what its discharge rate is, but how long do the receiver batteries last. How much flying time on average per charge? Thanks Larry ]]> RC General Discussions mixman98 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49782-Flying-Time 53 inch 3 ch,, http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49776-53-inch-3-ch&goto=newpost Thu, 02 May 2013 23:30:50 GMT SAW THIS,, ITS HUGE,,LOL... SAW THIS,, ITS HUGE,,LOL
http://www.ebay.com/itm/53-Large-RC-...71034339037%26 ]]> RC General Discussions Ghostrydyr http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49776-53-inch-3-ch Engine Hard to Restart http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49770-Engine-Hard-to-Restart&goto=newpost Thu, 02 May 2013 06:39:04 GMT I have an LA40 that when after running it is a pain the butt to get restarted. Even after immediately turning it off. I thought maybe it was... I have an LA40 that when after running it is a pain the butt to get restarted. Even after immediately turning it off. I thought maybe it was loading up on fuel. I removed the glow plug and turned it over and it doesn't blow much fuel out. Any ideas?
Larry ]]> RC General Discussions mixman98 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49770-Engine-Hard-to-Restart Xheli Websites? http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49768-Xheli-Websites&goto=newpost Thu, 02 May 2013 02:26:26 GMT Is anybody else having problems getting on to Xheli/Hobbypartz/NitroRCX websites? Whenever I try to load one of the sites it just redirects me to... Is anybody else having problems getting on to Xheli/Hobbypartz/NitroRCX websites? Whenever I try to load one of the sites it just redirects me to Google? ]]> RC General Discussions jimtreg http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49768-Xheli-Websites Antenna http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49764-Antenna&goto=newpost Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:54:51 GMT What is the best way to mount the antenna to the outside of the plane? Hobbico Superstar. The directions say to drill a hole in the rear window and... What is the best way to mount the antenna to the outside of the plane? Hobbico Superstar. The directions say to drill a hole in the rear window and rounte the antenna up through the hole and then attach a T-Pin to the stabilizer with a rubber band. This sounds a little odd to me. Any ideas or suggestions would surely be appreciated. Thanks Larry. ]]> RC General Discussions mixman98 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49764-Antenna New website is LIVE!! http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49763-New-website-is-LIVE!!&goto=newpost Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:31:06 GMT www.123rc-city.com We are live and Helipads are moving quickly! We have added LED hobby lights and a steep crawler wall/jump ramp! Over the next... www.123rc-city.com
We are live and Helipads are moving quickly!
We have added LED hobby lights and a steep crawler wall/jump ramp!
Over the next couple of days, we will be adding even more!
Soon to come:
Extrusion profiles and connectors!
Hobby Benches – Fixed and Portable!
Hobby Storage Units!
Plane/Heli Hangers!
Plane/Heli Work Stands!
And much, much more! May is going to be a big month for us! ]]> RC General Discussions 123rccity http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49763-New-website-is-LIVE!! Engine Blow Through http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49752-Engine-Blow-Through&goto=newpost Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:57:39 GMT Hey all. My LA40 engine is blowing oil/fuel out through the exhaust. I can get it running smooth and idle fine. It just seems like it's blowing a lot of fuel/oil out through the exhaust. This may be normal so that's why I'm asking. The side of the plane (Hobbico Superstar) get pretty covered. Just asking if this is normal or do I need to do some extra fine tuning. Thanks Larry ]]> RC General Discussions mixman98 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49752-Engine-Blow-Through Excellent video I found on Youtube Full Autorotation landing at the end http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49750-Excellent-video-I-found-on-Youtube-Full-Autorotation-landing-at-the-end&goto=newpost Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:26:09 GMT This is an awesome video with a full landing autorotation by the CFI at the end! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQ6kqKVWP1c I think you guys... This is an awesome video with a full landing autorotation by the CFI at the end!



I think you guys will enjoy watching this one! ]]> RC General Discussions DAL2855 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49750-Excellent-video-I-found-on-Youtube-Full-Autorotation-landing-at-the-end My latest custom built Hat Cam! http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49748-My-latest-custom-built-Hat-Cam!&goto=newpost Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:54:36 GMT Here are some pics of my latest custom built Hat Cam!

Here's the Camera and Mic:

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Here's the TX:

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Another side view of Camera mount:

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So when my Feathering shaft and tail shaft come in, I'll be able to shoot some video for you guys to see!
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]]> RC General Discussions DAL2855 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49748-My-latest-custom-built-Hat-Cam! R.I.P. George http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49724-R-I-P-George&goto=newpost Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:28:10 GMT I know this is not an RC topic, but I think it only fitting that we take a moment out of our busy lives and Honor one of the Founding Father's of Country Music.

George "The Possum" Jones passed away this morning in a hospital in Nashville, Tenn. at the age of 81. He will be greatly missed by many people. I know alot of us here in the forum are of the older generation and probably listen to country music. He was one of the best and will always be considered a legend in my book.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends in this great time of sorrow. And in the loss of a great man!

RIP George you will be greatly missed! ]]> RC General Discussions DAL2855 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49724-R-I-P-George Engine Settings http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49723-Engine-Settings&goto=newpost Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:19:39 GMT I was wondering if someone could tell me what the factory settings are for a LA40 engine. The engine I have is used and both screws were turned all... I was wondering if someone could tell me what the factory settings are for a LA40 engine. The engine I have is used and both screws were turned all the way in. I'm guessing the one closest to the fuel line regulates fuel and the other is air/fuel mixture. If they are all the way in how many turns out do I need to go to get the set close to startup? Thanks. Larry ]]> RC General Discussions mixman98 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49723-Engine-Settings out of stock again http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49703-out-of-stock-again&goto=newpost Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:19:56 GMT I got an email from Hobbypartz that the batteries I need were in stock. So I ordered six of them. Now I get another email stating they are out of... I got an email from Hobbypartz that the batteries I need were in stock. So I ordered six of them. Now I get another email stating they are out of stock. WTF is going on with this company. I don't know how they even make payroll at all. I see they have taken the phone lines down and the live chat is off line all the time now. are you down sizing because you don't know how to run this company or what. I want to know should I waste my time on trying to get batteries or any RC parts of any kind from you. I know there are other companies on line but this is the one that has the battery ends I use and I really don't want to have to change ends on the plane or the batteries so I can fly. I want an answer from Hobby partz are to what is going on. I have heard all the BS answers from you , that customs is holding up the shipment or the manufactures are not working because of a chinese holiday. a holiday that lasts six months is quite a holiday.or just plain nothing. the customs one is the one that gets me, if this is true than how does wal mart always have an endless supply of chinese crap to sell every day. I'm willing to come down and show you how to run a company if needed. I can't do any worse than you are doing right now. ]]> RC General Discussions golfpro http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49703-out-of-stock-again battery charging http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49700-battery-charging&goto=newpost Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:10:05 GMT How long should I leave these batteries on the charger I have let one of the red ones go almost 12 hours the light on the charger never goes off??? How long should I leave these batteries on the charger I have let one of the red ones go almost 12 hours the light on the charger never goes off???
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]]> RC General Discussions Bubbachris http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49700-battery-charging Engine Hard to Turnover http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49683-Engine-Hard-to-Turnover&goto=newpost Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:34:28 GMT I have an LA 40 for my Superstar that is really hard to turnover. The electric starter can't complete one full revolution. The motor has sat for a while and the person I got it from is reliable and says it was fine the last time he flew with it. Any ideas on how to free it up? Larry ]]> RC General Discussions mixman98 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49683-Engine-Hard-to-Turnover Back up power http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49672-Back-up-power&goto=newpost Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:59:15 GMT anyone tried this, getting great reviews, http://www.scorpionsystem.com/catalog/accessories/backup_guard/S_Backup_Guard/ anyone tried this, getting great reviews,
http://www.scorpionsystem.com/catalo..._Backup_Guard/ ]]> RC General Discussions Ghostrydyr http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49672-Back-up-power New Website for Helipads and Field Equipment! http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49670-New-Website-for-Helipads-and-Field-Equipment!&goto=newpost Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:40:37 GMT Just wanted to let everyone know about a new site that will be launching this Friday, April 26th, 2013. It is www.123rc-city.com - A new site... Just wanted to let everyone know about a new site that will be launching this Friday, April 26th, 2013.
It is www.123rc-city.com - A new site for R/C hobbyists that will be supplying helipads, stunt jumps, storage and racking units, as well as, large scale field equipment!
All items are manufactured in the USA of all metal components and corrosion resistant hardware!
Different sizes are available, as well as, custom sizing options!
Items for: Planes, helicopters, trucks, cars, drift, construction and more!
Monthly giveaways to registered users at this site!
Register today to be a member of this new R/C equipment site to take your hobby to the next level! ]]> RC General Discussions 123rccity http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49670-New-Website-for-Helipads-and-Field-Equipment! Hi everyone from Wollongong New South Wales Australia. http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49669-Hi-everyone-from-Wollongong-New-South-Wales-Australia&goto=newpost Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:45:45 GMT I just joined this awesome group sorry guys as i couldn't find anywhere to introduce myself hope it's ok to post it here. Admins please feel free to move this thread if need be.
I will look forward to getting to know yous all over time. Thank you all Nitro_Eagle ]]> RC General Discussions Nitro_ Eagle http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49669-Hi-everyone-from-Wollongong-New-South-Wales-Australia Aeileron Hinges http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49667-Aeileron-Hinges&goto=newpost Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:49:57 GMT I just purchased a used Hobbico Superstar that has a new set of wings that needs the ailerons to be completed. The rod is mounted on one side and... I just purchased a used Hobbico Superstar that has a new set of wings that needs the ailerons to be completed. The rod is mounted on one side and there are strips of tape across the wings. I have what appears to be some sort of felt mat'l that from what I understand are the hinges. How in the hell are they installed? Forgive my stupidity since this is my first real plane. I'd appreciate any help. Thanks. Larry ]]> RC General Discussions mixman98 http://www.rcdiscuss.com/showthread.php?49667-Aeileron-Hinges