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  1. Dr. Gonzo

    Programming and setup help on a Spektrum DX-8

    I did try that. This is an Eflite silver esc. It calibrates every time you plug it in. That was the first thing that came to mind. I think the main thing is I am overpowered. I can hover just off idle and just a click makes it climb pretty fast. I changed the curve and it helped a bunch...
  2. Dr. Gonzo

    Discussion Connectors; ESC to Battery. What Are You Using And Why?

    Trim your wire to fit the bullet depth. Tin the wire. Tin the bullet. Place wire above bullet. Heat the bullet again and it will drop right in. Hold in place to keep it straight. Push the bullet in the housing (warm but not hot enough to melt the plastic) before it gets cold. Repeat and...
  3. Dr. Gonzo

    Programming and setup help on a Spektrum DX-8

    Thanks. That makes sense. This has really helped with this speed control. All the power was off idle to about 50%
  4. Dr. Gonzo

    3D Hobby Shop 47" Extra 300shp

    I am confused. Some say it is so stable others (like me) get wing rock? Makes me think its a setup issue? Might have to make some SFG's. I am not ready to give up just yet.
  5. Dr. Gonzo

    3D Hobby Shop 47" Extra 300shp

    I think that is my problem. I just measured it at about 30 deg. I am going on a mission to see about a longer servo arm. This servo came out of my F5B sailplane. So the arm is obviously too short. I need to increase the angle of attack with more elevator. I have never had this little...
  6. Dr. Gonzo

    Programming and setup help on a Spektrum DX-8

    I just set up a throttle curve on my DX-8 The speed control I am using has all the power right off idle. I am going to reset the end points in the controller and go through the programming sequence. I have it working much better. My question is throttle expo. I see there is inh/act expo in...
  7. Dr. Gonzo

    Small Gas 3D

    I see. Seems like they would address that issue on future versions. I have enjoyed hecking out these small gasser builds. The flight times sound great!
  8. Dr. Gonzo

    Small Gas 3D

    How do these small gas engines really run? I mean the 30cc and up seem to run really solid. It has always seems to me as size goes down they get more cantakerous. This is a very interesting subject to me.
  9. Dr. Gonzo

    3D Hobby Shop 47" Extra 300shp

    Ok, whats the setup that gets rid of the wing rock? It wing rocks in elevators right now. Cg seems to be a little finicky. I have it pretty good now. I have not sealed the ailerons yet. I did set up a throttle curve of 0% 15% 30% 60% 100%. It feels better but a little weird still...
  10. Dr. Gonzo

    DA-60 issue

    Seal all saves the day! Again--:banana:
  11. Dr. Gonzo

    Rant! My old fav bit the dust.

    Well I am getting along grand with the SHP! Working on the setup still. Sliced my hand open at work so that has thrown me off the planes a bit but getting back to it. I am learning how to set up throttle curve this evening. That thing takes off like a rocket at 1/4 throttle. I need to...
  12. Dr. Gonzo

    Put a face to that name!

    That was after a 2 weeks! I cant imagine by next summer.
  13. Dr. Gonzo

    Put a face to that name!

    The wife asked me to cut it shorter but it is coming back!
  14. Dr. Gonzo

    Put a face to that name!

    Very awesome photo! It won't be long and he will be flying. They grow so fast. My son learned last summer. Not a better way to spend time together- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpZ4DWV3axc
  15. Dr. Gonzo

    78'' Extra

    :thumbup:
  16. Dr. Gonzo

    3D Hobby Shop 47" Extra 300shp

    Tail. It will ballance out nice. Plus simpler set up. I am thinking the 103 would be perfect. The 130 is fun!
  17. Dr. Gonzo

    3D Hobby Shop 47" Extra 300shp

    Thanks Gyro. I am going to hunt around tonight and see what I can come up with. I need more throw for sure. Need to learn how to set up my throttle for better modulation. I believe my endpoints are correct. Any tips or reference would be great. I am going to seal my hinge gaps tonight...
  18. Dr. Gonzo

    3D Hobby Shop 47" Extra 300shp

    It is a DX-8. I am using Savox Sh-257 and a HS-85 on the elevator. I am at 150% on my throws. It os a short arm but all I had. I am only getting about 30-40 deg ow elevator. I am also running the 14x7 prop. It just shoots up so fast I am a little uncomfortable hovering it. Almost too much...
  19. Dr. Gonzo

    3D Hobby Shop 47" Extra 300shp

    Man, I need some longer arms for elevator. Need mor throw.
  20. Dr. Gonzo

    3D Hobby Shop 47" Extra 300shp

    Maidened my 300SHP today. Omega 130 on 14x7 on 3s 2200. Rocket ship on take off! Got some pop tops, a blender some high hovers and harrier. Shot 3 landings and one hover out my hand. Came in a little hot. Pretty brave for a maiden. SOOO pumped. I cant wait to dial it in. I cant wait to...
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