Hobby Lobby Crash Sale (only on Wed)
05-19-2008, 05:24 AM
#176
Member
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posts: 356
If you already have a couple ESCs and a computer radio, you can just buy a gyro for the tail and hook everything up yourself. The computer radio is needed if you want to have revo mix which mixes in more/less tail rotor when you increase/decrease the main motor speed (so the tail doesn't drift around with throttle). This is a good writeup for doing "separates":
http://www.helihobby.com/html/separate_electronics.html
But, to be honest, a gyro is going to cost about as much as (or more than) the board I linked to, so it's not worth it unless you want to go brushless right off the bat - need separates for that.
You shouldn't have any problem with the GWS board. You may need to make up some connectors to plug the
motors into the board since I don't think the "Fun" version of the Piccolo comes with any connectors. You don't need to go brushless on the tail motor if you go brushless on the main - I have my Hummingbird set up with a Park 370 4100kv on the main and the stock tail motor, and it works well. You just have to replace tail motors once in a while.
http://www.helihobby.com/html/separate_electronics.html
But, to be honest, a gyro is going to cost about as much as (or more than) the board I linked to, so it's not worth it unless you want to go brushless right off the bat - need separates for that.
You shouldn't have any problem with the GWS board. You may need to make up some connectors to plug the
motors into the board since I don't think the "Fun" version of the Piccolo comes with any connectors. You don't need to go brushless on the tail motor if you go brushless on the main - I have my Hummingbird set up with a Park 370 4100kv on the main and the stock tail motor, and it works well. You just have to replace tail motors once in a while.
05-20-2008, 04:24 AM
#177
Flight Junkie
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Oxford, MI
Posts: 1,087
Rush,
Thanks for your help with this. I read the helihobby link and it seems too complicated for someone who's experimenting with their first heli. So I've decided to keep it simple and go with the piccoboard. If it turns out that I really dig flying the heli, I'll upgrade as the interest (and the funds) increases.
When you set up your Hummingbird, did you have to use both a brushless and a brushed esc?
Thanks for your help with this. I read the helihobby link and it seems too complicated for someone who's experimenting with their first heli. So I've decided to keep it simple and go with the piccoboard. If it turns out that I really dig flying the heli, I'll upgrade as the interest (and the funds) increases.
When you set up your Hummingbird, did you have to use both a brushless and a brushed esc?
05-20-2008, 04:47 AM
#178
Member
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Posts: 356
Originally Posted by Ribcracker
Rush,
Thanks for your help with this. I read the helihobby link and it seems too complicated for someone who's experimenting with their first heli. So I've decided to keep it simple and go with the piccoboard. If it turns out that I really dig flying the heli, I'll upgrade as the interest (and the funds) increases.
When you set up your Hummingbird, did you have to use both a brushless and a brushed esc?
Thanks for your help with this. I read the helihobby link and it seems too complicated for someone who's experimenting with their first heli. So I've decided to keep it simple and go with the piccoboard. If it turns out that I really dig flying the heli, I'll upgrade as the interest (and the funds) increases.
When you set up your Hummingbird, did you have to use both a brushless and a brushed esc?
Yes, I have a Phoenix 10 on the main and a GWS 5A brushed ESC on the tail.
05-21-2008, 07:02 PM
#179
Here is this weeks.
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</TD><TD width="69%">Mini Leader ARF Aileron Aerobatic Trainer - 40-1/2" wingspan, 30-3/4" long, 245 sq. in. wing area, 22 oz. flying weight. All wood built-up construction, lightweight and elegant. Entirely pre-covered, the transparent sections clearly show the quality of the construction. The cowl, canopy and wheel pants are formed plastic. Landing gear is formed aluminum. Although a fairly small plane, Mini Leader excels at pattern style flying and feels like a much larger airplane. All aerobatic maneuvers are possible. This is a great airplane for the low time pilot to learn aerobatics or for the more experienced pilot to polish his skills. Assembly takes about 4-6 hours.
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</TD><TD width="69%">Fury ARF 3D Airplane - 44" wingspan, 41-3/8" long, 394 sq. in. wing area, 28 oz. flying weight. A 3D parkflyer airplane that excels at high performance flying in small areas. Fury was designed to be light yet extremely strong. The entire all-wood airframe is covered in transparent covering. All control surfaces are oversized for instant response and control. Assembly will take you a few evenings, approximately 6-8 hours. Instructions are photo-illustrated and clear with helpful tips for control throw and exponential settings.
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Scaled down replica of the 8-time F3A World Champion's plane
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</TD><TD width="69%">Oxalys F3A Profile Plane - 36-1/4" wingspan, 37-1/2" long, 18-1/2 oz. flying weight. "Oxalys" was designed by Christophe Paysant-Le Roux (8-time F3A World Champion). It is the scaled down replica of his 2005-2006 F3A championship plane, built from precision laser cut contest balsa. Main structure comes pre-built and covered. The Oxalys flies a wide range of smooth and precise aerobatic maneuvers such as "Waterfalls", "point rolls", "rolling circles", "snap rolls", "hovering", "harrier", and precision F3A flying. Includes great instructions and builds in about 4-6 hours.
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Rock solid, instantly responding airplane
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</TD><TD width="69%">Reflex 3D All-Wood ARF - 35-1/2" wingspan, 33-1/2" long, 297 sq. in. wing area, 13 oz. flying weight. Reflex is an all-wood profile 3D airplane that flies like a much larger full fuselage plane. It is solid in all maneuvers, hovers easily, knife-edges with little coupling and snaps cleanly. With this airplane the pilot is in total control. Wing loading is very light making this suitable for both indoor and outdoor flying. Builds quickly; the instructions are fully illustrated and step-by-step. For four channels: Ailerons (2 servos), Elevator, Rudder and Throttle.
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Great aileron aerobatic trainer
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</TD><TD width="69%">Mini Leader ARF Aileron Aerobatic Trainer - 40-1/2" wingspan, 30-3/4" long, 245 sq. in. wing area, 22 oz. flying weight. All wood built-up construction, lightweight and elegant. Entirely pre-covered, the transparent sections clearly show the quality of the construction. The cowl, canopy and wheel pants are formed plastic. Landing gear is formed aluminum. Although a fairly small plane, Mini Leader excels at pattern style flying and feels like a much larger airplane. All aerobatic maneuvers are possible. This is a great airplane for the low time pilot to learn aerobatics or for the more experienced pilot to polish his skills. Assembly takes about 4-6 hours.
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All out 3D performer
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</TD><TD width="69%">Fury ARF 3D Airplane - 44" wingspan, 41-3/8" long, 394 sq. in. wing area, 28 oz. flying weight. A 3D parkflyer airplane that excels at high performance flying in small areas. Fury was designed to be light yet extremely strong. The entire all-wood airframe is covered in transparent covering. All control surfaces are oversized for instant response and control. Assembly will take you a few evenings, approximately 6-8 hours. Instructions are photo-illustrated and clear with helpful tips for control throw and exponential settings.
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05-23-2008, 10:07 PM
#183
Combat Vet
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: GA
Posts: 2,049
Not too sure about that, but give this a shot
http://www.hobby-lobby.com/aviatordavewisheshewascool
$5 off a $25 order
http://www.hobby-lobby.com/aviatordavewisheshewascool
$5 off a $25 order
05-24-2008, 04:00 AM
#184
Originally Posted by Liquidity
Not too sure about that, but give this a shot
http://www.hobby-lobby.com/aviatordavewisheshewascool
$5 off a $25 order
http://www.hobby-lobby.com/aviatordavewisheshewascool
$5 off a $25 order
Liquidy - Wow, thats a neat link.
I guess this would work as well -
http://www.hobby-lobby.com/Liquidity_Drinks_Light_Beer
05-24-2008, 07:07 AM
#186
Originally Posted by Liquidity
"If you enjoy your freedom, thank a Vet."
Last edited by aviatordave; 05-24-2008 at 09:46 AM.
06-03-2008, 08:47 PM
#189
Combat Vet
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: GA
Posts: 2,049
Usually the people that get the HL insider will find out Tuesday night.
Sale starts Wed morning at 9AM EST
Tune in here and we will post what it is before Wed. usually.
Or go here and sign up for the insider. http://www.hobby-lobby.com/emailsign...ce=indx&kw=bnr
Sale starts Wed morning at 9AM EST
Tune in here and we will post what it is before Wed. usually.
Or go here and sign up for the insider. http://www.hobby-lobby.com/emailsign...ce=indx&kw=bnr
06-04-2008, 12:40 AM
#191
Combat Vet
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: GA
Posts: 2,049
Yeah it is. Not impressed, but I will never complain about a sale.
http://www.hobby-lobby.com/crash.htm..._campaign=0092
http://www.hobby-lobby.com/crash.htm..._campaign=0092
06-04-2008, 12:42 AM
#192
ya....cheap XMTR...
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IK177206 Ikarus Nova 6 (4+2) 4-Ch. Transmitter Only ..... $89.00
CRASH SALE! ..... $ 29.90
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Ikarus Lexors Nova 6 Transmitter
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Ikarus Lexors Nova 6 Transmitter - 72 MHz, FM, FCC approved system with 4 channel transmitter (expandable to 6 channels). Works with all Hitec receivers. Transmitter has precision gimbals with adjustable metal control sticks, manual trims and servo reversing. Uses 8-AA batteries (not included).
Ikarus Lexors Nova 6 Transmitter - 72 MHz, FM, FCC approved system with 4 channel transmitter (expandable to 6 channels). Works with all Hitec receivers. Transmitter has precision gimbals with adjustable metal control sticks, manual trims and servo reversing. Uses 8-AA batteries (not included).
IK177206 Ikarus Nova 6 (4+2) 4-Ch. Transmitter Only ..... $89.00
CRASH SALE! ..... $ 29.90
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. (I even own a dx7...)
06-04-2008, 01:49 PM
#198
Flight Junkie
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Oxford, MI
Posts: 1,087
And having an extra radio on a different channel means you could tow up your own glider, quickly bring the tow-plane back down, switch radios and soar from way up there where a high-start could never take you.
What else...? You could have dog-fights with your wife, neighbor, or guest pilot.
Yeah, you can't have too many radios.
What else...? You could have dog-fights with your wife, neighbor, or guest pilot.
Yeah, you can't have too many radios.
06-04-2008, 02:00 PM
#199
Flite Test Fan
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: 32459
Posts: 8,930
06-10-2008, 01:14 AM
#200
Combat Vet
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: GA
Posts: 2,049
