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  1. wfield0455

    jeti DS 16 thread

    Not sure how they are assignable in the Hitec but in the Jeti you can assign any function to any transmitter channel. If once you install your receiver, if you find a different channel assignment makes the wiring nicer, you can also remap them in the receiver without needing to change the...
  2. wfield0455

    jeti DS 16 thread

    Basically, the Central Box 200 is a Power Safe receiver plus LOTS more. Dual battery inputs with internal battery share, included magnetic switch or optionally turn it on/off directly from the transmitter if you wish. Dual battery inputs with full telemetry built in for not only for receiver...
  3. wfield0455

    Anyone Running 32:1 Redline in a DA?

    I used to run Stihl HP Ultra at 32:1 for my DLEs and ran it in my DAs as well. The DA doesn't need it but I didn't want to have more than 1 fuel mix. The only down side was a bit more residue on the airplanes at the end of a day of flying, but not much. These days I've settled on 40:1 and my...
  4. wfield0455

    Tachometers - what do you use?

    Which system are you using? I've had good luck connecting Brushless RPM sensors directly to the Tachometer outputs from ignitions. I believe I did it with a 3W ignition before.. If they offer a brushless RPM sensor for your system you can most likely get it to work with the 3W. I'm flying Jeti...
  5. wfield0455

    Tachometers - what do you use?

    Any ignition with a tachometer output. It won't work with the standard DA ignition. GP has also said not to use it with their new ignition. So I guess ANY IGNITION means RCexl ;) Wayne
  6. wfield0455

    Tachometers - what do you use?

    I've used a Fromeco Tach for several years and it's been very good. These days I have Jeti RPM Telemetry in most of my airplanes so I use that. Wayne
  7. wfield0455

    Wing bolt idea

    Actually the picture that comes up from the link I posted isn't what they actually look like. That part number is for a 1/4-20 Thumbscrew with a raised, knurled head that is about 5/8" in diameter and there is no screw driver slot. Not sure why I couldn't get the link to the proper part. They...
  8. wfield0455

    Wing bolt idea

    I've been using the 1/4-20 by 1" version of these lately and they work great. Head isn't huge but more than adequate. http://www.mcmaster.com/#94320A742 I can't seem to get the link to exactly the ones I'm using. The part # is correct but it takes me to the detailed drawing, which is...
  9. wfield0455

    Thinking about a Beast.

    I've got it's predecessor the QQAC Python and it's a fantastic airplane. I'm not even sure what the issue is with assembly time at the field as I can assemble my Python just as quickly as my flying buddies can assemble their mono planes. They are attaching wings and horizontal stabs and I'm...
  10. wfield0455

    JR 8611 repairs

    Basically since the 8611as are discontinued, Horizon have told a couple of friends that returned them for repairs that they can only deal with gear train / case issues as those were the only repair parts still available..
  11. wfield0455

    Indoor Monocoupe anyone?

    Nice project.. I've had a Dumas laser cut tiger moth kit sitting on the shelf for years. I think you've got me motivated to finally build it as an indoor electric.... Wayne
  12. wfield0455

    jeti DS 16 thread

    Once it shows up and you've setup your first airplane things will make sense.. Wayne
  13. wfield0455

    jeti DS 16 thread

    For the most part the the transmitter simply discovers the sensors that are installed and displays the information they provide. Some sensors need to be configured and this is where the Jetibox becomes useful. No need for a profi box.. Wayne
  14. wfield0455

    What is the max number of channels generally needed for giant scale?

    While You've received a number of perfectly valid replies, personally, I think the answer to the question of how many channels are needed for giant scale is; "it depends entirely on what you're going to fly"... If you want to mainly fly Aerobatics planes up to say 40% size, with the appropriate...
  15. wfield0455

    Maiden Jet Crash

    I may be wrong but I don't know of any turbines that will go from idle to 120,000+ RPM in under a second. Two or three second spool up times are considered pretty fast for most turbines. Some older turbines are much slower than that. Still, just because the turbine is up to speed doesn't mean...
  16. wfield0455

    Maiden Jet Crash

    With about 3 seconds for the turbine to come up to speed and another several seconds for the air frame to accelerate before it has adequate air flow over the control surfaces, after that bounce there was no going around. It was in the dirt in far less time than the turbine lag alone. These...
  17. wfield0455

    IMAC hobby getting expensive

    I agree 100%. I've been in this hobby since the late 60s and after scratch building or kit building an airplane and buying the least expensive reliable radio equipment available, which really wasn't reliable at all, it still cost close $400 to build a high wing, 3 channel trainer with a .25...
  18. wfield0455

    JR DMSS rpm telemetry

    Does JR offer a "brushless" RPM sensor for electric motors? If so, rather than connecting the brushless RPM sensor across 2 electirc motor phases, connect it across the RCXeL tachometer output leads ground and signal wires. Not sure this will work with ALL brushless RPM sensors but I have a...
  19. wfield0455

    HELP! Powerbox smoke pump & DX-18 programming

    Well, I created a model cfg file for you but the "upload a file" command won't take a .SPM file so I simply renamed it Smoke.TXT. Just save it to Smoke.SPM and copy it to your DX18. Basically what I did was create an airplane model, 2 Ailerons, 2, elevators, 1 rudder. I assumed Smoke channel was...
  20. wfield0455

    The New Jeti DS-14

    It's $795, which isn't exactly inexpensive but probably not out of reach of most Giant Scale modellers.
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