Single plane Snap&Fly kits in stock! Special holiday promo!
Single plane Snap&Fly kits are now in-stock! Single plane kits come with one plane, one base module, one radio, and two 85mAh lipos, one replacement propeller, an one replacement motor mount.
http://www.commonsenserc.com/index.php?cPath=114
Best of all, the manufacturer has reduced the price of these all Snap&Fly kits as a special holiday promotion, and we are passing these savings on to you!
These single plane kits are normally $139.95, but for a limited time you can purchase them for only $99.95!
The price of the 3-in-1 plane kit has also been reduced as a part of this promotion. Normally $199.95, the 3-in-1 kits can now be purchased for only $149.95!
http://www.commonsenserc.com/product...oducts_id=1539
Also, if you haven't received your copy of this month's Backyard Flyer, Snap&Fly was just named Most Unique in the 2010 Buyers' Guide. You can check out the full article below.
http://www.commonsenserc.com/index.php?cPath=114
Best of all, the manufacturer has reduced the price of these all Snap&Fly kits as a special holiday promotion, and we are passing these savings on to you!
These single plane kits are normally $139.95, but for a limited time you can purchase them for only $99.95!
The price of the 3-in-1 plane kit has also been reduced as a part of this promotion. Normally $199.95, the 3-in-1 kits can now be purchased for only $149.95!
http://www.commonsenserc.com/product...oducts_id=1539
Also, if you haven't received your copy of this month's Backyard Flyer, Snap&Fly was just named Most Unique in the 2010 Buyers' Guide. You can check out the full article below.
The ever changing fleet
Some planes I've had. There are others. So many stories for each one.
New Video: Jeff Pfeifer T-Rex 700N
Here is a new video of me flying my T-rex 700N. The music was just playing in the background at the event and not picked by me.
I realized it has been a while since I added any content to my blog here, so I will contribute more regularly moving forward.
I realized it has been a while since I added any content to my blog here, so I will contribute more regularly moving forward.
| Jeff Pfeifer T-rex700n.wmv (7 min 19 sec) |
JR Indoor RC Festival 2009
JR Indoor RC Festival 2009 was a great time. Here are some Random Pics taken by me.
My first EPP yak build
My very first EPP build.Very light plane. Going to love flying this one!
C.G. Valkyrie build
I have started building a Carl Goldberg Valkyrie.
Lots of ribs to build...Steve
Lots of ribs to build...Steve
Himodel motor and esc
Hello all, I have a Himodel 50/40 1200 brushless motor and a Himodel brand Pentium 100 amp brushless speed control. Voltage range is 3-18 volts.
I plan to use this motor on my C.G. Valkyrie. (aprox 6 lbs)
I am new to E.P. and would apreciate any help with the electrics.
Big prop and low RPM.
I NEED TO KNOW what lipos to use with this motor and esc and additional items needed. Thank you, Steve
I plan to use this motor on my C.G. Valkyrie. (aprox 6 lbs)
I am new to E.P. and would apreciate any help with the electrics.
Big prop and low RPM.
I NEED TO KNOW what lipos to use with this motor and esc and additional items needed. Thank you, Steve
My EZ Glider Pro w/ RVOSD
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Links to find CG and MAC
very cool links for finding CG,.. MAC,.. etc
http://www.geistware.com/rcmodeling/cg_super_calc.htm
http://www.geistware.com/rcmodeling/cg_calc.htm#cg
http://www.geistware.com/rcmodeling/cg_super_calc.htm
http://www.geistware.com/rcmodeling/cg_calc.htm#cg
Servo database
Servo database updates information
The servo database is updated, with additional bearing count field.
So here the input fields we have in this database:
1. Product : Servo name (text field)
2. Part Number : text field
3. Digital/Analog : Drop down
4. Manufacturer: Auto complete text field
5. Torque @4.8v : Number only text field (kg/cm)
6. Torque @6v : Number only text field (kg/cm)
7. Speed@4.8v/60deg : Number only text field (at 60 degree, I will try to put linear speed calculator to convert from 30 or 45 degree to 60 degree, so we can have uniform value in database)
8. Speed@6v/60deg : Number only text field
9. Gears Material :Drop down.
10. Motor Type :Drop down (3 poles core, 5 poles core, coreless, brushless)
11. Bearing : Drop down number of bearing, if it bushing please use 0 value. (0,1,2)
12. Spline : Number only text field (vary across several manufacturer, 23-25 splines)
13. Weight (gr) : Number only text field
14. Length (mm) : Number only text field
15. Width (mm) : Number only text field
16. Height (mm) : Number only text field
The servo database is updated, with additional bearing count field.
So here the input fields we have in this database:
1. Product : Servo name (text field)
2. Part Number : text field
3. Digital/Analog : Drop down
4. Manufacturer: Auto complete text field
5. Torque @4.8v : Number only text field (kg/cm)
6. Torque @6v : Number only text field (kg/cm)
7. Speed@4.8v/60deg : Number only text field (at 60 degree, I will try to put linear speed calculator to convert from 30 or 45 degree to 60 degree, so we can have uniform value in database)
8. Speed@6v/60deg : Number only text field
9. Gears Material :Drop down.
10. Motor Type :Drop down (3 poles core, 5 poles core, coreless, brushless)
11. Bearing : Drop down number of bearing, if it bushing please use 0 value. (0,1,2)
12. Spline : Number only text field (vary across several manufacturer, 23-25 splines)
13. Weight (gr) : Number only text field
14. Length (mm) : Number only text field
15. Width (mm) : Number only text field
16. Height (mm) : Number only text field
Battery Vault..
I recently picked up a CBA III to test some batteries with.. I've always wondered "is it really what it says it is?"
Well, with this device we can all find out..
So far, I am just running the packs at a 1C rate of discharge..
I recently took 3 of my 1300 packs and ran them at 1C..
Looks like they are all decently close to 1300mah packs..
The Parkzone came in first at 1.27ah.. $34.95
Followed by the Turnigy at 1.26ah.. $10.97
Last, the CSRC pack at 1.21ah.. $38.95
Looks like the Turnigy kept it's voltage the longest..
All packs have seen the same life.. 4 flights on each pack..
Well, with this device we can all find out..
So far, I am just running the packs at a 1C rate of discharge..
I recently took 3 of my 1300 packs and ran them at 1C..
Looks like they are all decently close to 1300mah packs..
The Parkzone came in first at 1.27ah.. $34.95
Followed by the Turnigy at 1.26ah.. $10.97
Last, the CSRC pack at 1.21ah.. $38.95
Looks like the Turnigy kept it's voltage the longest..
All packs have seen the same life.. 4 flights on each pack..
Threads started by John255, also some post on other threads
Stretching the Gambler wing from 50" to 60".
My Whizzer Powered Indian
Hi Guys,
Here is my Whizzer powered Indian, I just finished the build. The Frame was made by a friend, then powered coated. He has more if any one is interested in one. The rest I did. Its all fun for sure! I wanted the Board track racer look
Joe
Here is my Whizzer powered Indian, I just finished the build. The Frame was made by a friend, then powered coated. He has more if any one is interested in one. The rest I did. Its all fun for sure! I wanted the Board track racer look
Joe
DX-7 Throttle Kill on "Aux 2"
I have been watching the boards and seen several posts recently about how to program a throttle kill switch on a DX-7. Cool this is exactly what I've been looking for. Unfortunately I find the manual for the DX-7 less than readable to explain how to set up these mixes. I have been enlisting the help from others who are much smarter than I am.
I started with this from Mikeronie:
Now this works well except that I use my "Rudd D/R" to mix rudder in while flying lazy patterns around my flying field. I really want this to be on "Aux 2"
On the 109 thread Merlin V16 stated that
has worked for him.
I have messed with this for awhile and still have had no luck getting it to function on "Aux 2"
I started with this from Mikeronie:
Quote:
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If you are interested in having a switch kill you motor: Mix 6 thro--thro rate-- -100% 0 sw--mix offset -125 This gives me throttle kill on the rudder D/R switch. Did this after gitting bit when I hit the throttle accidentally with my hand in the way--seven stiches. |
On the 109 thread Merlin V16 stated that
Quote:
| Aux 2 - Thro |
I have messed with this for awhile and still have had no luck getting it to function on "Aux 2"
Photos
Just wanted to share some photos
my stuff
couple of my things
a skeched thought
did a little drawing this past weekend to stay in practice
in development 1000mAh 25-30C LiFePO4 packs
this is a test of a sample 1000mAh, intresting thing about these cells - they seem to improve in capacity as they get more cycles. It took about 3-4 cycles for them to reach advertized factory capacity.
Also the higher the discharge, the more capacity this battery puts out Fig2. (slightly more, but more). This cell is still in the testing stages, I will have to run quite a few more cycles on it to be happy with it.
Also the higher the discharge, the more capacity this battery puts out Fig2. (slightly more, but more). This cell is still in the testing stages, I will have to run quite a few more cycles on it to be happy with it.
Need some help with a fund raiser...
Hey guys, Im lookin for some help here if possible. I have been tasked with organizing our fund raiser for our Battalion Christmas Party. 660 soldiers/aviators, plus their familys. They want me to do another "give-away" to help raise some money for our "Family Readiness Groups".
A give away is like a raffle, only with a different name. ;) The Army dosnt allow "Raffles". :D I am trying to find "stuff" to give away! So far, I have a couple guys checking for some guitars, keyboards, some hunting gear, hobby type stuff, you name it.
I am looking for some beginner type RTF stuff to add to the mix. Something like a Super Cub, Easy Star, Blade CX heli, Traxxas trucks etc... Has to be new, has to be ok for someone who has never done RC so we can give it away. Or, if you have something else that would be a good addition to this give away, that would be great too. This stuff will be for soldiers, their kids, or thier spouses. And ALL the money we raise stays in our Battalion to help our soldiers and families.
So far, my LHS has promised me something... dont know what yet. Daisy has offered up 6 Red Ryder BB guns (3 normal and 3 pink ones) (Yes, Daisy sells PINK bb guns!!!). And Im waiting on some answers from a group of Realtors that want to get something to help us out.
Anyone have anything, know anyone who would be willing to donate something, or have an idea of who I can contact? Biggest problem right now is short notice. The party is the 2nd week of Dec.
Laine.
A give away is like a raffle, only with a different name. ;) The Army dosnt allow "Raffles". :D I am trying to find "stuff" to give away! So far, I have a couple guys checking for some guitars, keyboards, some hunting gear, hobby type stuff, you name it.
I am looking for some beginner type RTF stuff to add to the mix. Something like a Super Cub, Easy Star, Blade CX heli, Traxxas trucks etc... Has to be new, has to be ok for someone who has never done RC so we can give it away. Or, if you have something else that would be a good addition to this give away, that would be great too. This stuff will be for soldiers, their kids, or thier spouses. And ALL the money we raise stays in our Battalion to help our soldiers and families.
So far, my LHS has promised me something... dont know what yet. Daisy has offered up 6 Red Ryder BB guns (3 normal and 3 pink ones) (Yes, Daisy sells PINK bb guns!!!). And Im waiting on some answers from a group of Realtors that want to get something to help us out.
Anyone have anything, know anyone who would be willing to donate something, or have an idea of who I can contact? Biggest problem right now is short notice. The party is the 2nd week of Dec.
Laine.
