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New FMS T28 Maiden and motor mount and balance tweaks
Snagged a video of the maiden. As I was afraid the T28 was very nose heavy. I had to use full nose up trim to get level flight and did not get the nose high enough for a good landing. It's not possible to move the battery back without some major modifications. Also, after one landing the motor mount was loose. I cover both issues and solutions in this video.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:48 Maiden
04:53 Motor mount is loose and the fix!
06:00 Added weight to the tail
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Відео

FMS T28 - Quick assemble overview and some issues including a bad servo out of the box
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I really like my big E-Flite 2 Meter T28, but it takes up a lot of transport space. So why not something a little smaller? After comparing the T28 E-Flite 1.2 and FMS 1.4 I ordered the FMS version. This video shows some of the assembly process and issues encountered. The only remotely serious problem was a defective servo that FMS is replacing. Product link (Not Sponsored): www.fmshobby.com/pro...
Receiver orientation the easy way
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A subscriber asked for this. The quick way to set/reset Safe receiver orientation. Works on any unlocked receiver with Safe. Keep in mind that the receiver must be installed along the longitudinal axis. It can be on the top, bottom or side of the fuselage and with the ports facing forward or aft.
Follow-up to Unlock/Reset: More receiver setup after AR637TA reload firmware and reset
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WARNING: Failure to correctly program the receiver will very likely result in loss of a model. Check all settings and control surface movements prior to first flight. It is suggested that this first flight start with gyros turned off until reaching a safe altitude to check Safe and AS3X gyro settings. Note: This will also work for the Spectrum AR630 and AR631 6 channel receivers with Safe techn...
AR731TA Complete Unlock - Reload firmware with AR637T version, factory reset via Forward Programming
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In this video we will use the Spectrum Programmer to reload the locked AR637TA firmware that comes with E-Flite BNF models with the unlocked AR637T version. Next, we will use transmitter Forward Programming to do a factory reset to make sure all AR637T programming options are available. The result is a completely unlocked AR637TA receiver with all the options, features and factory settings that...
3 Meter Fox Sailplane Tips: Solo launch mode, field assembly and prop replacement
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I have come to really like flying the giant scale 3 meter Fox but struggled with launching it consistently without help when I was the only one at the field. This video is mostly about setting up a consistent fool-proof self-launch mode using mixes, flaps settings and flight modes. You can adapt for use with any hand-launched model! I set it up as Safe on for level wings and up elevator, partia...
Super Timber Wheels and Tires - Stock Inflatable or Du-Bro Super Lite? Four landings demos!
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The tires that come with the E-Flite Super Timber make it prone to bouncing on landing. They are made with thin and flexible rubber that is very compressible resulting in rebound. See this test: ua-cam.com/video/XgC5XOSTV54/v-deo.html The next 4 segments show landings with the original and Du-Bro 4.5" Super Lite tires. I think you will see a major difference. If you buy this model and have diff...
New E-Flite Super Timber assemble and flight
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Product link (not monetized): www.horizonhobby.com/product/super-timber-1.7m-bnf-basic-with-as3x-and-safe-select/EFL02550.html I received the Super Timber on June 5, took about 3 hours to assemble and program, and flew it that evening. This flight is a few days later on June 8. It was taken at the annual Floaty Flyers event at a club east of Indianapolis. If you like the Timber EVO you will rea...
The $200 FlyFans 64mm L39 - impressions and tweaks
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Folks, this is an awesome value in a small EDF jet. Y-T flight reviews from sponsored and not-so-sponsored sources have been very positive. I do not have the tech to make these inflight videos, and rely on them. Also, several of my club members have this aircraft and love it. A few reviews: ua-cam.com/video/z6kGWMT4-KQ/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/Fv1n2kNPfJU/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/e7Fkc3jF...
Spring Fling 2024 - Beautiful day at Gibbs Park
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This is why the Twin Timber is on floats, and it was a LOT of fun. This short video is just a small sample of what was a great day of flying.
Twin Timber floats, TTE landing gear - 3 more points of failure
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We have a club float plane event coming up this weekend, and I had a set of floats never mounted on an airplane. Further, I have never flown a model off water. My limited full scale seaplane experience was a lot of fun, why not a model? So, I decided on my Twin Timber as my first seaplane RC model. Differential and reverse thrust will make it easy to steer around on the pond, and it looks good ...
UMX model Safe and AS3X tweak PLUS another look at setting up SAFE/AS3X via Forward Programming
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Both subjects were suggested in comments to prior videos. First, we look at changing the Safe/AS3X switch on current E-Flite UMX models. It's a quick change. Without Forward Programming you cannot turn AS3X off with Safe enabled, even on a 3-way switch. Also, a look at UMX ESC Telemetry. Then we go over setting up Safe/AS3X/No Gyros again. This time instead of an aircraft I'll use a test bed bu...
FAA Remote ID requirement - is the FAA even legal under the U.S. Constitution?
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I recently posted a video on my experience with a remote ID (RID) module I purchased. A person commented to the effect that RID is not required because the FAA is not authorized by the U.S. Constitution. True, the Constitution makes no mention of the FAA and numerous other Federal regulatory agencies. Nonetheless under Article 1, Section 8, the so-called Commerce Clause, the Congress has this a...
Setting up SWS Turbo Timber Thrust Reverse - it's potentially complicated
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My SWS Turbo Timber 100 amp Avian ESC was not updated for programming from a transmitter. At least mine was not, yours might be. I updated the ESC firmware and in this short video will show you two ways to set up thrust reverse: 1. From the Spektrum ESC programmer, can be done without ESC update. 2. From the NX8 transmitter after ESC update. This process works with any programmable Avian ESC. I...
Remote ID? I don't like it, but bought a RID module anyway. This video explains the why and how.
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Please don't post negative comments. I agree that Remote ID is a bad idea. But in my case the risk of an FAA violation action includes risk to my enjoyment full-scale aviation I have enjoyed since 1969. Your situation is likely different. March 16 marked the day that FAA stated was the start of remote ID enforcement. If you fly at a club field it's likely a non-event. But if you are a licensed ...
Back to Balsa - Chapter 2. The SWS Turbo Timber
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Back to Balsa - Chapter 2. The SWS Turbo Timber
Conscendo Evolution fixes and mods collected into one video
Переглядів 1,6 тис.6 місяців тому
Conscendo Evolution fixes and mods collected into one video
NX8: Setup R Knob for Volume Control
Переглядів 1,6 тис.6 місяців тому
NX8: Setup R Knob for Volume Control
Turbo Timber EVO Mods and Tips - The description has links for additional detailed information.
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Turbo Timber EVO Mods and Tips - The description has links for additional detailed information.
Two Conscendos flying on a nice December afternoon
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Two Conscendos flying on a nice December afternoon
Model Review 2023 - Some thoughts on every model in my current collection and a few others too
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Model Review 2023 - Some thoughts on every model in my current collection and a few others too
A solution for plugging in multiple wing servos to receiver y-cables
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A solution for plugging in multiple wing servos to receiver y-cables
Your Conscendo has no flaps, right? Mine does! With no airframe mods yours can too!
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Your Conscendo has no flaps, right? Mine does! With no airframe mods yours can too!
The Final Solution: Dubro axle fix for Turbo Timber wheel replacement
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The Final Solution: Dubro axle fix for Turbo Timber wheel replacement
Viper 70mm wiring connection issues, and a complete re-do
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Viper 70mm wiring connection issues, and a complete re-do
RC Aircraft Remote ID now shipping from Amazon (this not a promotional ad)
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RC Aircraft Remote ID now shipping from Amazon (this not a promotional ad)
RC Aircraft - Spectrum radio audio - tips and tweaks, use the timestamps to navigate
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RC Aircraft - Spectrum radio audio - tips and tweaks, use the timestamps to navigate
(REVISED) A few tips from a summer of flying
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(REVISED) A few tips from a summer of flying
Chased by a drone - My EFlite C150 and a drone
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Chased by a drone - My EFlite C150 and a drone
Turbo Timber Evo Decapitated - and the repairs
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Turbo Timber Evo Decapitated - and the repairs

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @CaringDental
    @CaringDental 9 днів тому

    Thank you for a nice video. I'm getting ready to unbox my TT EVO and I was looking for tips.

  • @RameyOwen
    @RameyOwen 10 днів тому

    RID: IMHO, It’s not so much about safety, it’s all about more government control over us!

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 8 днів тому

      Safety has little to do with fixed wing hobby models. But we got lumped in with camera equipped drones.

  • @Secondrunnerup613
    @Secondrunnerup613 13 днів тому

    Its a better setup if you use the 2 blade 13x4 prop and spinner used on the timber X. Less amp draw .

  • @dram6262
    @dram6262 14 днів тому

    Thanks for the video.

  • @Dynaglide92rc
    @Dynaglide92rc 20 днів тому

    Thank you so much . I was having trouble setting this up .

  • @NerdyFpv
    @NerdyFpv 28 днів тому

    Speeking of inflatable tires.I have tried the inflatable tires from the xfly tasman on my Pat Tritle Super Cub. They are 5" inflatables. I take a little pressure out of them and they perform great! I will never go back to foam on my supercub. They make my landings so much smoother. I also get less nose-overs since they just run over everything because the low tire pressure allows the tire to "shape" to the object it is running over.. So maybe try the inflatable tires at a lower tire pressure? I´m sure they will bounce less.

  • @pnaty97
    @pnaty97 Місяць тому

    I can’t work out how to turn off AS3X either. I just want to fly it fully manually!

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 28 днів тому

      As there is no way I can find to reset the receiver to turn on Forward Programming access I can't figure it out either. Anybody have any ideas?

  • @billlester3088
    @billlester3088 Місяць тому

    Good presentation, would you provide further details about the glue used on surface control hinges. Thanks

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      Foam-tac, thin layer on the bottom side only.

    • @billlester3088
      @billlester3088 Місяць тому

      @@GoofballFlyer Thank you sir.

  • @RCPLANET1962
    @RCPLANET1962 Місяць тому

    Thank you for all you do for the community from a fellow Hoosier love your shirt. I’m a member fly there as well. Don’t worry about the guy and your mumbling you don’t mumble.

  • @JaidervillaTV
    @JaidervillaTV Місяць тому

    Awesome thank you!

  • @jonestactical3268
    @jonestactical3268 Місяць тому

    I think your thrust reverse is more harm to the motor mount than an unbalanced prop, IMHO.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      Maybe, but no issues yet on any of my 10 models with reverse enabled.

  • @ernestt881
    @ernestt881 Місяць тому

    U old bastard ,you didn't talk about different wheels and tires...

  • @randylervold
    @randylervold Місяць тому

    Early in the video you make note of the fact that Forward Programming is not available in any of the UMX models which matches my understanding. Then at 10:00 in the video, and you've just changed the Flight Mode switch assignment, you are magically able to go right into Forward Program to finish the Flight Modes setup. How'd ya do that? On viewing again I see that you switched from the UMX Conscendo to your Test Bed setup, but you didn't inform us viewers of that! So, though we can change the Safe/AS3X switch from A to B we still can't setup a Manual mode on a UMX because we can't get into Forward Programming, correct?

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      Correct. UMX models have their own system for setting up Safe/AS3X. On mine, all relatively new, there is no way I can find to turn gyros off.

  • @johnbunyan8552
    @johnbunyan8552 Місяць тому

    I'm Brand new to RC Flying (1 Month). Of all the online searching I've done, You have the best videos on setting things up and explaining details. Thanks so much..

  • @matthewlash4748
    @matthewlash4748 Місяць тому

    Hi all, I'm finally getting around to getting the parts needed to put a spare in my '22 Accord Hybrid, and my local dealer told me they don't recommend doing this because they did this for others customers and the car "had problems afterward because of the weight of the spare." I'm planning to do a compact spare like they used to provide, and I'm curious if anyone else has run into this? It sounds like BS to me, but wanted feedback before i spend some money. Thanks!

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      You are being mis-informed. Mine has been in the car for almost 50,000 miles. I have used it twice and had no issues with it being in there. The hybrid's spare tire trunk well is IDENTICAL to the non-hybrid Accord. But the standard Honda spare does no work with the Hybrid Touring wheels, thus the aftermarket solution from Amazon.

  • @RCPLANET1962
    @RCPLANET1962 Місяць тому

    Wow Ty friend! System setup orientation!

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      Yep, I put it on the site as a result of a subscriber's phone call.

  • @davesouza8326
    @davesouza8326 Місяць тому

    have you had any issues with the eyelets where the wings connect ? { on the super timber} mine have tiny cracks on them .I've been trying to figure out the best way to repair them . They dont seem to be replacable . I don't want to fly it again untill I figure out a repair for them

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      Did you have a crash? I would work some medium CA into the cracks if it was mine.

  • @Secondrunnerup613
    @Secondrunnerup613 Місяць тому

    Now put the 1.7m timber inflatable wheels on it!!! It's awesome!!!

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      Thanks for the reply, glad they work for you.

  • @rodrigocastro2005
    @rodrigocastro2005 Місяць тому

    I once had a DLG with this flaperon configuration. Worked great for hand landing. Now I got a 2m foam plane very similar to the conscendo and my first to-do was to set up flaperons also to be able to catch the plane by hand however, after some research I read in too many forums that this was a no-no, and the correct way is spoilerons (both ailerons up). I tend to believe flaperons should make it float more and lower the landing speed, but I am confused now. what are your thoughts on which is best to land it at slower speed while keeping it stable?

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      Spoilers kill lift and increase speed. I tried both, both work, but I'm personally more comfortable with flaps and a little down elevator to keep speed up.

  • @grantfoster9099
    @grantfoster9099 Місяць тому

    what size motor n servos would you recommend for electric power Thanks!

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      The motor is out of an E-Flite Cessna 150. It's a BL50 Brushless Outrunner 525Kv. The prop is a 15x7. You need a minimum 60 amp ESC. Servos are standard size HiTech. I went with the HS-645MG High Torque Metal Gear Servo but other options would work as well.

  • @PropHeadRC
    @PropHeadRC Місяць тому

    They used this design for the updated turbo timber evo!!! Great job 👍🏼

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      I actually discovered this on another guy's video.

  • @LJC450SE
    @LJC450SE Місяць тому

    Thanks mate as I just updated my NX8 and couldn't figure out how to adjust the volume ( or possibly couldn't remember 😂 ) ....

  • @renaldolama9517
    @renaldolama9517 Місяць тому

    I put in 5" inflatable DuBros, and she flies great! I think Dubro got rich off the Super Timber.

  • @randylervold
    @randylervold Місяць тому

    Just followed your footsteps again with both my AR637TA that came in my Conscendo Evo and a brand new AR637T that I bought for another model. Both receivers will not go any further than exact step you complete at 10:50 in the video. Tried both of them multiple times and when I click NEXT at screen that says "Make sure the model has been configured..." it just goes right back to the Gyro Setings screen with First Time Setup option. Could it have anything to do with the fact that I have it configured with the separate aileron wires and set up for flaperons/spoilerons exactly as you depicted in the previous video? Having the same problem with two receivers has me completely out of ideas. I'm using a new NX10SE if that matters. Scientific method tells me that my only choice is to remove the flaperon mods and put it back to stock, which I hate to do but I really need to get this plane back in service. Any other ideas appreciated.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      Flaperons are not the issue. I have those setup and orientation works. Aileron settings have nothing to do with receiver orientation. The NX model should not matter. I actually learned how to do all this on the NX8 by watching videos that are based on the IX transmitters. I just finished a video explaining a few more steps you may need to to after a factory reset and will put that on the channel tomorrow. I use my Conscendo with its AT637TA in this video. Orientation setting is part of the process shown. Flaperons are working on mine. Try this: Power up the transmitter and model and go to Forward Programming > Gyro Settings > System Setup > Orientation If you can get to that point you can set orientation with the "level/nose down" method or set it manually. The Conscendo manual setting #3. That's upside down and ports facing aft. Upside down because receiver access is on the bottom of the aircraft and that let's you see the bind button and the receiver orange LED. Please let me know if that works or not. I would hate to be without my Conscendo, I feel your pain!

    • @randylervold
      @randylervold Місяць тому

      @@GoofballFlyer I tried the step you outlined above, but when I click Gyro Settings I get the "First Time Setup" screen, same as yesterday, no other options. Will look for your next video, thanks!

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      The video is available at: ua-cam.com/video/b8oioy9K1ZI/v-deo.html

  • @DonTimmons-kh4dz
    @DonTimmons-kh4dz Місяць тому

    I feel your pain, I have this plane and the SS version, and something is constantly falling off of either of them when I fly them. 😢

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer Місяць тому

      It got better with models I purchased since. Had a canopy come off and a hatch, found both. Then there was the Timber Evo that managed to lose the motor, prop and cowling. Did not find those.

  • @Reebthgil
    @Reebthgil 2 місяці тому

    I love how everyone that got the plane early and did a review on it started with...OMG Eflite listened to us and put inflatable tires on a plane! to turning on the tires and saying how they suck because they can't land without bounce.....ROLFMAO! I have landed mine without bounce many times...yup I have hand bouncy landings with it but that was due to pilot error not the plane. And AS3X and safe have nothing to do with the bounce, From what I have witnessed with as3x and safe.....some guy just don't understand how it works or how to set it up correctly then blame it because they lack the skill or knowledge of how to use or set it up then crash because of it. Another thing I will point out is it is a STOL plane and it lands better in grass then a paved runway. But hey lets all blame everything but ourselves because we are all the best pilots and should never get bounce on landings! ROFLMAO!!!!!!

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      I'm not a great pilot. Full stall works better than wheel landings regardless of wheel choice.

  • @stevemoskal1017
    @stevemoskal1017 2 місяці тому

    Works just great! A way to pay attention to my TX when other fliers are yacking nearby.

  • @randylervold
    @randylervold 2 місяці тому

    In spite of not being able to convert the AR637TA to an AR637T I did install separate servo wires for the ailerons and was able to get the flaperons working via the instructions. All of the Forward Programming changes didn't work though so the bottom line here is that I got flaperon capability but now AS3X and SAFE don't function at all. BTW, I'm using an NX10SE with it.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      The TA is identical to the T except for the T's altimeter. You don't convert TA to T, but load the unlocked T firmware on the TA. I've done this with at least 5 TA receivers to unlocked T version to open up Forward Programming options. One of those was the Conscendo TA. If it's not working you are not doing it right. If Safe is not working you probably have used the Safe channel or switch for setting up flaperons. Or maybe it's something else? I have both Safe and flaperons working fine. On my 3 meter Fox I have SAFE working with it's flaps and crow on the AR637T receiver. That also takes separate aileron cables and receiver ports.

    • @randylervold
      @randylervold 2 місяці тому

      @@GoofballFlyer Thanks for the reply! I'm aware that the T and TA are the same other than the altimeter but what stopped me was the inability to do what you indicate by installing the T firmware. You'd done that before so you skipped it in the video. When logged in to MySpectrum account and using the programming software I cannot see any other model files, only what I have registered which is only my TA, not the T. There's nothing I can do to find a list of all their receivers to get it. It's likely I'm doing something wrong since you have now confirmed that you somehow installed T firmware on your TA, but is that because you also own a T so the software let's you have access to it?

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      You tell the software to update your firmware. It's the Software Update link on the upper left. Even if the receiver has the current version that works. The T and TA firmware is identical, no problem there either. The update should take about 30 seconds. If the Spektrum Programmer sees your receiver that's all you need. Just don't click the Power Cable box if you have a battery connected to the receiver via an ESC. You can blow up a USB port on your computer if you don't follow those instructions. If it would help I can make a detailed video of the process. I have a spare TA I can totally unlock.

    • @hpracing3944
      @hpracing3944 5 днів тому

    • @bigconman7740
      @bigconman7740 2 дні тому

      ​@@GoofballFlyer, please do, that would be so aaesome and helpful!!! Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

  • @DonTimmons-kh4dz
    @DonTimmons-kh4dz 2 місяці тому

    Thank you Sir, well explained! I've had to look this up like 3 times now, but I guess by default it just helps your channel.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      I know that syndrome all too well.

  • @alexross367
    @alexross367 2 місяці тому

    I need this man to fly with me and teach me all his wisdom. You seem like the best flying mate

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      Thanks! I taught school for quite a few years. Love to share knowledge.

  • @we4fm175
    @we4fm175 2 місяці тому

    Just did this to my NX8 and it works great. Never knew or seen this option on any other sight or that this was even possible. Being older and hard of hearing this will be awesome! Thank you!

  • @we4fm175
    @we4fm175 2 місяці тому

    Hi, I'm having a problem using my NX8 transmitter with an Apprentice STS 1.5 and a Spektrum Remote ID. I'm trying to get the Remote ID to show the data on the NX8. The Remote ID light is on, there is coordinates showing in the app I'm using on my phone, I went to telemetry on the NX8 and put in gps, scrowled to the gps screen, but there's no data showing up. What am I missing here? I would appreciate any help and suggestions! Thank you!

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      Can't help you. I have no experience with the Spektrum RID solution. Maybe someone else will chime in. This might help too ua-cam.com/video/sHjQTwqRtHA/v-deo.html

    • @we4fm175
      @we4fm175 2 місяці тому

      @GoofballFlyer No problem, I appreciate the link, and your getting back to me. Thank you

  • @john3011-y6j
    @john3011-y6j 2 місяці тому

    What was part number of the Du-Bro Wheels you used?

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      I wound up getting the SWS Timber replacement wheels kit from Horizon. The DuBro 4.5" treaded wheel is SKU: 450TL priced at $22.95 per wheel. The equivalent Horizon wheels are DuBro and $16.99 for the set, but on backorder. Likely that way because Super Timber owners are flocking to them. Horizon part number is EFL71769. There are other DuBro 4.5" wheels that are much less expensive. Go to www.dubro.com/

    • @john3011-y6j
      @john3011-y6j 2 місяці тому

      @@GoofballFlyer What is the axle diameter required for the SWS wheels?

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      @@john3011-y6j I measured it at 2 mm

  • @johndunstan3875
    @johndunstan3875 2 місяці тому

    Nice plane, looks very stable. You could easily mount an action cam under the wing. I have several 2.5m gliders including the ASW-28. Great fun for us oldies.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      Yep, love my sailplanes. No landing gear and look great in the air. Got into some good thermal action yesterday and flew for 15 minutes without touching the throttle. Great fun for the cost of a battery charge!

  • @JDDupuy
    @JDDupuy 2 місяці тому

    When I started flying we just flew. 47 years later I still just fly. Bent around the axle on a flying foam ice chest! This new Timber has just been put into a blender. No better flight performance than the last 4 other Timbers!

  • @DonTimmons-kh4dz
    @DonTimmons-kh4dz 2 місяці тому

    Hi Hoosier, great information thank you Sir. I just bought this same setup 1 week ago. Lafayette here, and just getting started back with the Lafayette Cloud Jockeys. Stay safe, keep those wings level...

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      Glad to help

    • @DonTimmons-kh4dz
      @DonTimmons-kh4dz 2 місяці тому

      @@GoofballFlyer I did find that short screw on the tail assembly, thanks!

  • @LoveRC
    @LoveRC 2 місяці тому

    How much do I need to drill out those tires?

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      Match a drill bit to the new axles

    • @LoveRC
      @LoveRC 2 місяці тому

      @@GoofballFlyer oh yeah so stick one in the old tire hub.

  • @RichardKirkham-im3tf
    @RichardKirkham-im3tf 2 місяці тому

    Very informative - many thanks

  • @aloeisthestuff9622
    @aloeisthestuff9622 2 місяці тому

    Nearest FRIA to me is 25 miles away. That club is nothing but old NAZI know it alls waiting on death.

  • @matthewlash4748
    @matthewlash4748 2 місяці тому

    Hi Tom, I recently bought a '22 Accord Hybrid and was planning to buy a spare as well. I'm curious, in my trunk, I have a foam insert that the inflator fits into. That piece is meant to fit under the trunk floor, but right now it's sitting on top of the pressed board floor. Did you have the same, and purchased a different foam insert to put over your spare? Thanks for the video

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      I bought from a Honda dealer the foam cover for the 2022 non-hybrid Accord. I had to modify it a bit to fit all the hardware that came with the spare tire kit I bought, but it works fine.

  • @heydonray
    @heydonray 2 місяці тому

    While I agree with your overall assessment, I don’t think that a comparison to a nose wheel model is relevant to the issue (?)

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      Hi. Right, tricycle gear landings are less prone to bounce simply because the CG is ahead of the mains, not behind. However, you can bounce a C150 and it's not that had to do. A bounced 150 landing can easily result in a broken nosewheel and the safe thing is to power up and go around. I know, that 150 has a replacement nosewheel. The intent was to show I can do a smooth landing with no bounce. I do not have video of my many Timber EVO wheel landings, but they mostly looked just like the 150. Smooth as silk.

  • @heydonray
    @heydonray 2 місяці тому

    100% agree. The stock tires are too big (not enough elevator authority to 3-point) and too bouncy. I swapped to 4” Dubros so that the stance is more conductive to 3-point landings and to eliminate the bounce.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      I got the 4.5" but both do the job.

  • @rotorhead58d
    @rotorhead58d 2 місяці тому

    I saw an interesting video where a pilot turned off AS3X and SAFE and the problem went away when he was landing the Super Timber. His logic was that the two stabilization systems were interfering with the plane landing in a stable manner, and it was correcting for the bouncing.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      I'll try that again. However, I have seen other videos with the same issue. See this expert pilot at ua-cam.com/video/jc6R5YgYMew/v-deo.html at the 2 minutes point. I normally do wheel landings.

    • @rotorhead58d
      @rotorhead58d 2 місяці тому

      @@GoofballFlyer ua-cam.com/video/0oF9kWF7wGY/v-deo.html

    • @TwoBrosRC
      @TwoBrosRC 2 місяці тому

      Jon is hardly an expert but the compliment is much appreciated. AS3X isn't causing bouncing. Wheel landing this plane takes a ton of finesse, it's definitely tricky. There's plenty of elevator authority to three point it every time though.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      @@TwoBrosRC I've started doing 3-point too. That also takes finesse. Just ask the poor J3 I learned in so many years ago for my first tailwheel endorsement.

    • @alexandernentwig9596
      @alexandernentwig9596 2 місяці тому

      @@TwoBrosRC At least when using Jon's usual (insane) control throws 😂. Who am I, to argue with you, what kind of a pilot Jon is.... there are plenty of videos demonstrating his landing skills and they are definitely even beyond superb. So, if he says he couldn't get it not to bounce except for 3-wheelers, I trust that it is not a matter of skill level. 😉It certainly might be the "nature of the beast" as these air tires are bouncing balls and there is no dampening. Still, if you do have the right speed and no wind to grease the Timber in on its mains only - why would it have to bounce (unless there are some nasty bumps on the runway)? Having this said and despite my big respect for your channel (one of my absolute favorites) I still disagree with you that AS3X couldn't be the culprit for a plane to bounce on landings. Ultimately AS3X is mitigating environmental impact and it can only sense the change of the orientation in space using the gyro and then compare it to the stick movements to judge if the change was intended or not. If the bouncing is causing a dramatic change in the pitch angle all of a sudden, it will try to compensate using elevator. I actually have observed this with my little Habu SS 50mm that I initially had a very hard time to land without bouncing. When it did, it was sometimes throwing up the nose in the sky and every subsequent bounce was getting harder and harder... It was almost looking cartoony style, as an invisible force seemed to slam it harder into the ground after every bounce. Sadly, I could never try it with Gyro off, as I lost one of my landing gears and these are out of stock since almost a year meanwhile (in Germany) 🙄. Admittedly, the little Habu rocks even more w/o landing gear (and on 4S). Anyway, long story short: even though I have way less experience than you guys, I still think it wouldn't hurt to give it a try turning off gyro completely, to see if it does have an impact. As Jon loves Timbers (and possibly flies the new Timber off camera as well) he maybe want to try it out and share his findings?! 😋

  • @WayneP1973
    @WayneP1973 2 місяці тому

    Can’t wait to get one looks like an amazing plane.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      You are going to love it. Have you seen this review? ua-cam.com/video/jc6R5YgYMew/v-deo.html

    • @renaldolama9517
      @renaldolama9517 Місяць тому

      It is an amazing plane. The best I ever bought, and I have jets. All I want to do is fly this thing. It's so much fun.

  • @WayneP1973
    @WayneP1973 2 місяці тому

    Looks like a huge difference. How’s you flight times with the super timber? Thanks great video.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 2 місяці тому

      About 4-5 high energy minutes on a 3200 6s, 5-6 on a 4000. Thanks for watching!

  • @DONTTREADONME001
    @DONTTREADONME001 3 місяці тому

    Probably gonna be my next purchase. Almost ready to fly the m7 I got from you.

  • @rotorhead58d
    @rotorhead58d 3 місяці тому

    Some very helpful info and brilliant ideas. Thank you Sir!

  • @DavidKing-planes1567
    @DavidKing-planes1567 3 місяці тому

    I enjoyed your step by step videos on this plane I have same exact one,I have great running os65ax to put on it,I have flown the original 4 star 60 in the past that flew great my everyday plane back in 90s was 4 star40 .Good maiden.looks like flys nice like the original.Thanks for sharing build and flight of a beautiful plane.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 3 місяці тому

      I loved building and flying my Midstar 40. I wish it was still available, I'd buy one. Love the electric 4 Star 64 to. It was also fun to build, but a lot less time involved.

    • @DavidKing-planes1567
      @DavidKing-planes1567 3 місяці тому

      @@GoofballFlyer I have plans sheet to midstar and canopy thinking about building that this winter I scratched built a Rcm funster 40 last winter.

  • @RCPLANET1962
    @RCPLANET1962 3 місяці тому

    hey i broke my nose too! and roasted the motor, , lost a servo, crashed/.....prop.... i'm going to volantex and banggood from now on. Spektrum has got me for the first and last time.

    • @GoofballFlyer
      @GoofballFlyer 3 місяці тому

      I love the Conscendo and on my 4th. It's lasted the longest, going on 2 years. I fly it every chance I get. Two years ago I gave Volantex a go, very disappointing. I hope you have better luck!

  • @Curvedcm
    @Curvedcm 3 місяці тому

    hey man i love your videos i find them very helpful and entertaining, have a good day and keep uploading!