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    3DHS 46'' AJ yak 55

    Finally got my Yak 55 out today for the maiden shakedown. Flights were docile using the specs in the instructions and 3D will have to wait until I master some of it on my Yak foamy. Anyway, the power of the Omega 130g 870kv motor is impressive and all maneuvers were crisp and sure. ROG's were...
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    Spektrum dx8

    Actually the DX8 has a multi-chemistry charger intended to charge either NIMH or Lipo specified for use in the DX8. I'm using this battery : http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__36934__Turnigy_4000mAh_Spektrum_DX8_Intelligent_Transmitter_Pack_USA_Warehouse_.htmla from Hobbyking. This...
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    3DHS 46'' AJ yak 55

    OK...got the Yak on my cg machine today. (weight removed) The cg, slightly nose heavy, with the 3S2200 snugged up against the wing tube is at 3.25". I like my planes slightly nose heavy. The ideal cg as stated on the instructions is "a little ahead of neutral." If this is the case mine is right on.
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    Spektrum dx8

    Once charged it stays charged a long time. Charging from around 7 volts takes about 1.5 hours, I think.
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    3DHS 46'' AJ yak 55

    Once I get it all together I'll remove the dead weight and get the CG correct with battery placement. Thanks, GYRO.
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    Spektrum dx8

    I've got a lipo in my DX8, have had no problems and rarely have to charge it. Got this one in mine: http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__19481__Turnigy_4000mAh_Spektrum_DX8_Intelligent_Transmitter_Pack_.html Just have to switch the DX8 to lipo.
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    Spektrum dx8

    I've got a lipo in my DX8 and have had no problems and rarely have to charge it.
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    3DHS 46'' AJ yak 55

    Looking over my Yak I have found 1 ounce (4-1/4 oz lead weights) stuck just inside the bottom vent hole. Do any of you that fly the Yak had to add weight to get the CG correct? I haven't put it on the CG machine to check yet. As this was a consignment buy I wouldn't know why the original owner...
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    3DHS 46'' AJ yak 55

    Thanks Gyro. Bought a APC and Xoar 13x6.5 just yesterday. Figures...huh?
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    3DHS 46'' AJ yak 55

    I've always set my other airplanes up by inch (or fractions of) control surface movements so by degrees threw me a little. I set up a protractor, 0 degrees in line with center line of aileron and elevator and was able to set the throws as called out in the manual. My DIY throw meter works pretty...
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    3DHS 46'' AJ yak 55

    On my first flights I'd like my 46" Yak to be docile. What high/low rate and expo settings would provide these flight characteristics? I'd just like to get it up in the air and do left hand turns for a while then move on to initial 3D training. With the very large control surfaces I would...
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    New to 3DHS.....

    moved...
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    Old Farts Thread 50+

    Good Lord...I'm too late..all the OF's must be dead if the last post here was in 2013.
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    New Here? Introduce yourself!

    Hello all. My name is Allan Richardson and I've been flying and building RC airplanes for the past 10 years. I belong to the Derby RC Club in Derby Kansas. I am a new member with the club and the AMA. I retired from Cessna Aircraft Co. three years ago after a 36 year career. I enjoy all RC...
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    3DHS 46'' AJ yak 55

    Where do I buy a Xoar PJE 13x6.5 prop?
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