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Forum: General Electric Discussions 05-13-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 5,357
Posted By Rodneh
I've use two of these, all with Futaba connectors...

I've use two of these, all with Futaba connectors with no problems.
Forum: General Electric Discussions 05-10-2013, 08:55 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 5,357
Posted By Rodneh
While you did not say, I assume that one of your...

While you did not say, I assume that one of your connectors is Futaba as it is the only modern connector that will not insert in most receivers/ 3axis items as it has a small tab on the side. You...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros 05-07-2013, 08:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 118
Posted By Rodneh
We have literally dozens of these Orange...

We have literally dozens of these Orange receivers in our club. I know of two that were defective but all the others seem to work as well as any of the popular brands including range. The satellite...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros 05-04-2013, 08:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 192
Posted By Rodneh
There is absolutely nothing wrong with your older...

There is absolutely nothing wrong with your older FM equipment. As long as it is working, will do just a good as the newer 2.4GHz systems. Just remember to keep your antenna on the transmitter...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros 04-26-2013, 08:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 331
Posted By Rodneh
Note: Frsky and flysky are two different...

Note: Frsky and flysky are two different companies. I often seen info passed that is confusing as to which brand the author is referring to. My experience has shown FrSky to be an excellent...
Forum: Beginners 03-28-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 532
Posted By Rodneh
The placement of the main gear relative to the CG...

The placement of the main gear relative to the CG is the main ingredient as to whether or not the elevator can cause rotation enough for takeoff. I personally prefer a slight negative angle of...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 03-25-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 535
Posted By Rodneh
I'd use at least 3/4 inch PVC. I made a lot of...

I'd use at least 3/4 inch PVC. I made a lot of these, easy to do and relatively inexpensive.
Forum: Batteries & Chargers 03-13-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 398
Posted By Rodneh
Yes, in parallel. But, that will not necessarily...

Yes, in parallel. But, that will not necessarily double your flight time. The increased weight will have some deleterious effect; more sluggish response, faster speed required on landings etc.
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros 02-20-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 363
Posted By Rodneh
I have a 5E and the power switch did fail. ...

I have a 5E and the power switch did fail. Unfortunately, the green light would still come on and give the impression that all was working okay. However, no RF output. I simply removed the power...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 02-04-2013, 04:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 424
Posted By Rodneh
I suspect that how you mount the unit in your...

I suspect that how you mount the unit in your vehicle may determine how well it works. I'm reasonably sure you must have it oriented so there is no cross axis controls going on if the unit is moved;...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 02-03-2013, 07:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 424
Posted By Rodneh
Yes, you probably have the roll axis reversed. ...

Yes, you probably have the roll axis reversed. Connect only the roll axis and power up the system (best to have prop removed at this point else be very careful not to turn on motor). Now, holding...
Forum: Beginners 01-29-2013, 03:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 988
Posted By Rodneh
You can use 4 AA NiCad or NiMh cells as well, no...

You can use 4 AA NiCad or NiMh cells as well, no problem. No need for the 5 cell mod. An excellent choice for AA cells is the Sanyo Eneloop cells, 2000 mah. They retain a charge as well as...
Forum: Beginners 01-29-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,073
Posted By Rodneh
On any brushless motor (3 wires) you can change...

On any brushless motor (3 wires) you can change the direction of rotation by interchanging any two of the three wires. That way you can use any prop (the so called "tractor" or "pusher" version) and...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros 01-15-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 17,634
Posted By Rodneh
You can replace the RF section in an older...

You can replace the RF section in an older receiver and retain the encodeing hardware/electronics to modulate a new 2.4GHz RF. There are several different brands of RF modules that you can purchase...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 01-07-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 437
Posted By Rodneh
There is no need to use CA. You can build just...

There is no need to use CA. You can build just as well if not better using other glues. We got along fine without CA for many generations without it.
Any of the alaphatics will do fine and then...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 01-04-2013, 12:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 437
Posted By Rodneh
Tiger Moth, most any brand.

Tiger Moth, most any brand.
Forum: Batteries & Chargers 12-26-2012, 03:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,753
Posted By Rodneh
I do not think there is any single soldering...

I do not think there is any single soldering iron/gun that will do all you may need or want. I use at least three different ones, sometimes more as the type of job dictates the one to use. ...
Forum: Beginners 12-24-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 455
Posted By Rodneh
You can also remove the rigid back from a razor...

You can also remove the rigid back from a razor saw (so it will cut deeper than the width of the saw) and carefully saw the glue line out. You can also clamp or bolt an Exacto blade or broken hack...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers 12-22-2012, 08:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 217
Posted By Rodneh
I'd suspect the accuracy of the meter being used...

I'd suspect the accuracy of the meter being used to measure the voltage. Do you have a known accurate meter to check it against? Chances are the voltage is not quite what you are reading. However,...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros 12-22-2012, 03:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,014
Posted By Rodneh
yes, the modules will fit both the Hitec and the...

yes, the modules will fit both the Hitec and the Futaba transmitters with the plug in modules. However, they will be turned 180 degrees, what is the top (toward the original antenna) on one will be...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 12-20-2012, 03:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 533
Posted By Rodneh
I have had epoxy stay usable for well over 5...

I have had epoxy stay usable for well over 5 years and part of that time in a garage that got very hot over the summers. As long as you keep the two components separated, you should not have any...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 12-16-2012, 12:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 314
Posted By Rodneh
If you use the micro balloons (I use them and...

If you use the micro balloons (I use them and like the results a great deal) you do need to do three things. Use a slow epoxy , at least 30 minute or slower. Mix the epoxy well before adding the...
Forum: Beginners 12-15-2012, 02:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 520
Posted By Rodneh
One more use for the 4.8 volt battery; use it by...

One more use for the 4.8 volt battery; use it by powering up your receiver (just plug it into any open slot on the receiver instead of the ESC) to bind it to new systems. That way you do not need to...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 12-13-2012, 01:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 671
Posted By Rodneh
Yes, that works on that transmitter; surprised me...

Yes, that works on that transmitter; surprised me to when I heard of it. I tried it and it works.
Forum: General Electric Discussions 12-10-2012, 12:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 365
Posted By Rodneh
Those old 148 servos are probably the most...

Those old 148 servos are probably the most reliable low priced servos ever made. The only ones I ever wore out (the pot wipers actually had worn a path through the conductive coating on the pot) but...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers 12-08-2012, 03:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 365
Posted By Rodneh
To see what is really happening you need to...

To see what is really happening you need to measure the voltage with either a peak reading meter or use an oscilloscope. The conventional VOM will not give you an accurate measurement as this is...
Forum: Batteries & Chargers 12-07-2012, 07:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 365
Posted By Rodneh
Most all wall warts used for Nixx type batteries...

Most all wall warts used for Nixx type batteries will read a much higher voltage than what is to be charged. They depend on the internal resistance of the charger to drop the voltage down to a...
Forum: RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros 12-05-2012, 03:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 494
Posted By Rodneh
In general, the electronics in a servo have...

In general, the electronics in a servo have almost unlimited lifetime if not abused by reverse voltage or over voltage. Gear trains are another matter. Nylon gears will outlast the metal gears by a...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 12-04-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 370
Posted By Rodneh
I am not sure about strength but I have had some...

I am not sure about strength but I have had some epoxies that were over 20 years old (still have some of Hobby Poxy) and they still worked well. The Hobby Poxy (no longer available) that I still...
Forum: General Electric Discussions 11-26-2012, 04:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 411
Posted By Rodneh
I'm afraid that any thing that would dissolve the...

I'm afraid that any thing that would dissolve the Gorilla glue will also dissolve any other plastic or foam structure in the vicinity. About the only solution is to mechanically clean it out with...
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