ЯК Attack
50cc
See, that's why you need a ZTW Gecko. Actually, I don't know much about CC. I guess they're discontinuing the ICE line? Are people switching from the ubiquitous ICE Lite to EDGE Lite? Thanks.
Eflite Beast 60e
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See, that's why you need a ZTW Gecko. Actually, I don't know much about CC. I guess they're discontinuing the ICE line? Are people switching from the ubiquitous ICE Lite to EDGE Lite? Thanks.
gyro
GSN Contributor
I have the GECKO in my 60" Laser, it's awesome!
The edge is the new CC controller replacing the Ice line. There were both some physical and programming changes, but it seems there are still some bugs getting worked out at this time.
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ЯК Attack
50cc
Ok, thanks. That's good to know
gyro
GSN Contributor
I honestly used all the default settings that come up in the castle link software, they all worked fine...
That said, I was very underwhelmed with the ar635 as3x rx. It was difficult to program, and while it did a great job of correcting out all the wind gusts and such, it also seemed to mute the 3D performance... And even made the plane unpredictable in some flight regimes. Maybe it's my programming, maybe it's because it's a big bipe, or maybe I just messed something up, but I didn't care for it. Look for it in the classifieds soon if you want one.
Otherwise, all the other equipment worked well. Performance on the 4320-450kv with an 18-8 was more than adequate, and there was plenty of power to get out of trouble. HOWEVER, I'm used to obscene power on electrics, and I want more! Since the battery was all the way forward and the CG was nice, I'm going to upgrade to the 4325-420kv with an 18x10, (and a beefy 125a Gecko ESC!) and scoot the battery back some to see what that gets me!
Additionally, I'll be looking to sell this bare plane and a few of the components after the review is complete, so if you're interested, let me know.
gyro
GSN Contributor
Thanks for the suggestion Mike, I've been eyeballing them for a while. I only bought the as3x to try since that is what Seth used in the promotional video for this airplane. I'll try it next with a regular RX and a little more oomph first.
Gyro.....it is possible that more power is available from your current motor.I don't think the Talon defaults are the way to go. Having said that I am going to take a look at the Gecko esc since I do not like the 5.8 volts that the Talon outputs on the 6.0 setting. Also the Talon default requires you to throttle up before each flight to learn your Tx's wot. Fixed throttle end points for throttle are available. I would also try a Xoar or Falcon wood 18x8e prop.
If there is anyone that has this moror esc combo with actual flight experience please post your setups.
Richard
If there is anyone that has this moror esc combo with actual flight experience please post your setups.
Richard
gyro
GSN Contributor
Hey Richard,
Of course it's possible that I might be able to squeeze a little more power out... but since I have the option to move up, I'm going to do it.
I've had the talon 90 on stock settings with 4315 and it's been awesome, so I'm not sure the settings were hurting anything. Fwiw, I had fixed endpoints programmed, and they worked fine.
As for my actual flight experience, it was definitely adequate, but not insane.