Joshua Bardwell hey buddy. This was my first build in 2020 and it was analog also I wanted to say thank you for all you do for us in this awesome hobby,by the way,this hobby keeps me sober and sane thanks again Joshua ✌️✌️👏👏
Same here....I fly 3d aerobatics with rc airplanes and now jumping into freestyle fpv...my buddy let me try his the other day and it just clicked I was flying in acro after about 20 seconds
I want to echo everyone on here…. THIS CHANNEL IS GOLD. I just ordered my kit and am watching the build a few times before I try it on my own. SUPER EXCITED TO TRY!
Dude I have gotten so much information from you for free I feel like I owe it to you to buy one of your frames and build this. Big thanks to you for info you give us. You da man.
Thank you Joshua Bardwell for helping us create another great beginner DIY kit for the FPV community! We are very excited and can't wait to get all of you flying!!
It’s pretty fair to get into. You need to research on what type of flying you want to do. Long range , freestyle , racing, cinematic, cruise. Some of these styles are definitely cross compatible but can be better with different setups. Just watch people build and talk about parts. There’s not too many involved, and some work better with other , so it’s not just buy the most expensive. Anyone good with electronics would excel in building these. The hard part is having to program and tune the drone before you can actually fly :/
Gummies = grommets Not a critique, but if anyone is looking to snag some more from the various places that sell them, it helps to know what they'll call them. Enjoying the vids, cheers !
"A little bit of trouble" installing the arms is a huge understatement. It took me about 40 tries and 30 minutes as well as 9 popped press nuts to screw down the last wedge for the arms. I was in constant fear of destroying the frame and even stripped the beginning of the press nut thread. The only thing that finally made it work was to not install it like shown in the video, but to install the wedge with ONE arm (don't tighten the screw yet) and then slide in the last arm, then tighten the screw. This was waaaay easier and without the danger of destroying anything.
Dude you are so right about the fact that eventually we will build. I was sure I would never build one when I started. I got this a few months ago and I absolutely love it. Thank you so much
I remember spending days doing repairs, literally, after every flight because I never landed, always crashed. I've gone on to build my own quads an wouldn't have it any other way. I actually land much more often than crash, now. Flying has become less stressful, more enjoyable. Thank you, Mr Bardwell, for all you contribute. I, for one, wouldn't enjoy the hobby if it hadn't been for the information and expertise you continue to share. Couldn't help but watch the build, makes me itch to build another.
your V1 of this kit is what got me started and i have to thank you so so much for making this kit. It served very well and I STILL use the stack 1year and 8 months later. 10/10 will recommend this kit to beginner who dont mind building!
honestly the hardest part of this whole thing was getting the xt60 soldered up, but this tutorial was top notch. you got my first kwad in the air thank you so much!
I have been trying to get into FPV for the longest time but I just did not know where to start. I was going to go with a pre built but I really did not feel like that was the right thing. When this kit came out I knew this was the perfect way to get into FPV. I would like to thank you so so so much for making this kit!
Getting the right pre-built is absolutely not a bad thing! My first entrance was building one of those chinese kits from ebay, zmr250 or whatever it was back then. I wish I had just gotten a nice prebuilt and saved myself some trouble in the beginning. Check out the DarwinFPV Baby Ape Pro, or pretty much any EMAX BNF, I havent had a bad Emax product, ever! The nanohawk x is a little hot rod, the tinyhawk II is indestructible!
@@Howl-Runner buy a geprc cinebot 35 with DJI o3 and the DJI Goggles v2. ELRS internals... get a Boxer remote ELRS internal. should be sooooo good to go...
@@Nullscr1pt Isn't that a little too advanced? How does the cinelog handle crashing especially for beginners? How much flightime would you get with the recommended battery of 1300 mAh I heard abt 6 minutes or less doesn't the avata have better flightime? Does the o3 dji air unit handle the transmission of the video signal I think it is included in the drone? How much would the whole build cost drone controller goggles? sub1000? Wouldn't it be cheaper to build your own? Should you choose the goggles 2 or V2 or Integra?
You almost had me convinced to start ordering parts to build a freestyle FPV quad because I tried very hard not to crash. My TANQ2 5” that have only had for about a week and a half and I really wanted a tank S but it’s out of stock so I considered building one, but I really don’t know if my big fat uncoordinated fingers can do the soldering but I am going to watch your soldering tutorial and try to find something to practice on because I know that I’m going to start breaking it when I start flying low. At the moment, I am just practicing tricks probably 20 to 100 feet off the ground and over mostly grass. Once I get better with my throttle control and pitch so that I can maintain altitude and I start rolling and flipping and yawing at lower altitude I know I will start smashing stuff. Your videos are amazing thank you so much. Keep up the good work!
18:00 min "Check your ESC soldering job" I built the first kit. Fried the ESC by one strand of wire between two pads! Only found it after taking a pic with my phone and zooming in on the ESC. Now I do that after soldering job. Thanks for all your help!
As a beginner to this world and infact a big fricken gorilla...I appreciate this video so much!!! Thank you so much for you willingness to share your knowledge!!! !
NEW to this hobby? You found the rite place! SUBSCRIBE And bookmark. You will find just about everything you need from this guy! Why I watch these every year? It's entertaining that it is a new video, but it is the same as previous years. I almost have the script down pat. And yet, I sit and watch. The little bits of knowledge givin cant be heard to many times. THANK YOU JB!!!!!!
I never built the JB kit...being on a super budget 1 year ago when i first got into FPV, I challenged myself to put together a kit that would come in under the price of the kit, and if that didnt work out, I'd make a beeline for the kit. Well, I came in at around $30 under, and pulled the trigger on my parts selection (The JB kit was likely better quality, but nonetheless, i was still challenging myself and wanted to put those few dollars elsewhere). While i didn't have the kit, I did have these videos (the first tutorial). . . and followed along as best as I could to recreate what was done. This footage is so well thought out and put together ,the education we get is everything we need to get started. I still come back to these now and again to maybe see if i can do something better in my build, neaten something up, pick up a tip or 2, and always learn. 10 builds in 1 year, with about 7 full RE-Builds, there is always something to learn 'today'... Thanks, JB.
When soldering XT60 or anyother connector made of plastic, it is a good pratice to have the male and female ends connected together, so that if the plastic is heated up too much it doesn't warp.
I am thinking this might just be my first build project. Loved all the pointers. I fly a DJI Air 2 S and have tried a DJI FPV. Thinking I like the smaller lightweight maneuverability and repair ability of a self build. Great series. My wife even watched with me as I streamed in to my big screen.😃👍🏼
I have been waffling about what kind of drone I want to get, Been looking at a lot of DJI drones, you have just about convinced me this would be the best path, building it so I can learn, and be able to repair a drone.
Hooray! Now that it is fathers day, I finally got to put it together! Went together with basically no issues. I know you include the wire for the VTX connection, you might consider including the same for the receiver. I had some silicone wire around so no biggie. I have to ask. Is there a reason why you fish the capacitor all through to the front rather than just soldering it directly to the ESC and go out the back over the VTX? Anyhoo.. I had about 30 minutes before dark, and it took it out into the back yard. Of course I had the props on backwards in terms of rotation. There must be a nice way to remember which is which. It took off, and hovered-ish beautifully. Moved it all over my back yard and landed it.. no worries... From a first time drone pilot I seriously want to thank you on the excellent kit, and build videos. I definitely learned something today!
Hey Joshua, 3 years ago I bought your Rotor Riot CL1 kit. Then I got seriously ill, had great doctors, and I'm back, and ready to build. Question: the CL1 was an analog kit, but could I follow the DJI portion of this 2022 build and go DJI on that CL1 kit? Sorry for the newbie question.
Yep this is where I’m at, although I have a sick quad but I want to build just to learn exactly how to fix and what I am doing. I can’t stand not knowing! Thanks JB wish you lived in NY so we could fly!
Just order this drone! Can’t wait to get it! I learned to fly on a DJI fpv and I am pumped to get this! This is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!
Another one 🤣 with your channel about 2 years or more ago, I was able to successfully build an iflight F7 twing bt, 45 or 50A 4in1. Can't remember the frame but was iflight. Thing was bad ass! Thanks to you! Actually thinking about breaking it back out and now with modeling and printing skills. Do myself a lil remix 🤫🤫
Watched dang near every video you have ever made. I know a lot more than I thought over the years and still have not built a drone. But this is a great video as anyone can watch this and feel confident in building. Great video as always JB!
@@d3c0deFPV Thanks, my friend! 😊 It's nothing serious... Just my guts giving me trouble... It happens sometimes. 😕 But I'm probably going to be ok tomorrow. 😊
I`m a total newbie and I don`t have any drone... yet :) is there any advantage of the analog system over the digital one besides the price? :) Thanks for a great video Joshua :)
18:25 the very best case scenario is that the short between wires draws enough current and the quad just shuts down or esc temperature protection kicks in also if there are like 1-3 strands shorting the battery probably has enough power to burn the strands (also very best case scenario)
I hope those 5 tutorial videos are all I'm going to need. I guess I'm not surprised it didn't come with a physical instruction book or a simple disc that I could pop in my computer. The DJI/FPV didn't come with one either. I had to search or a PDF on it.
Hello Joshua, I am 12 years old and using my Dad's account: I recently completed a maiden flight on the xilo which I started building on christmas day and it flew well. This is my first 5" and I like it. I have a dsmx radio and I have been flying rc planes for about 7 years. Question regarding VTX setup: I downloaded the VTX table via Betaflight and yet with my dsmx radio, DX 8, I don't see a VTX onscreen menu if I push the throttle to mid-position and yaw left and pitch forward. Any idea why this is? Thanks! Alden
One of the only guys that can keep my attention for an hour and make me rewind and rewatch certain parts lol my bday is next month and I think I'm grabbing this quad for sure🤗 Been wanting to build my first quad for awhile and just haven't had the chance to but I'm pulling the trigger on this one! 🤌🏽✌🏽
Came across your videos and WOW great job explaining everything. You go over it all in detail and take the time to explain it. It doesn't all have to be a secret and you make me want to build one of my own. Many thanks.
Started watching this and will have to finish vid once at work hehe. I'm sooooo happy your offering this in a analog version!! This may be my first 6s quad. I really like what I was seeing. 🤜
Hello, I just have a question… Which googles would I buy and with this which controllers ? 😅 Anyway, thank you so much for this content I’m gonna buy this kit and fly fpv drone for the first time 😊
AMAZING VIDEO!!! I am almost at the end of the build. I stopped at the receiver and have a question. I am currently flying a DJI FPV drone and using DJI CONTROLLER 2. Do I need to buy a separate receiver for my HD version? In the video there is a receiver mount but do I have to do that in the HD version too? Thanks in advance for your help!!!
You also recommend a soldering kit in the past, when you do a new build would nice if you added that link, I know us newbies can be a pain in the ass..😀 thanks, as a Patreon I really enjoy your videos, even though many are over my head, but in time. You are right ( “ you will learn something today”.) its a true statement….
There's a link to my soldering tutorial in the video description. Also, the product page on GetFPV has a link to some supplies. And you can always check www.fpvknowitall.com my web site for my product recommendations.
I've built two of these frames and some things I would do is: (1) label the hardware. You can pretty much tell which screws to use where but having the packs labeled would be cool. (2) After crashing one and totally breaking one arm and putting a hairline crack in another, I replaced them with the design that has the Y configuration at the end. I think they should be the default arms. Maybe toss in some long M2 screw with locking nylon insert nuts if the builder is going to mount a Vista unit? I also noticed on one frame the press nut turns in the frame. Other than that, it's a solid frame. I bought a bunch of extra arms because I'm sure I'll beat it to death.
Ordering this soon as my mom asked what I want for Christmas, I will be going through getfpv and plan to buy your v2 diy kit my first quad but not for drones dji drones I have flown a few years, analog is my choice. Is getfpv the correct site to use to make sure you get your pay for your product being sold? Making sure I buy from the correct store. What goggles will be best, remote? I have no knowledge about this stuff so I need vtx, or remote antenna?
Have you ever soldered a capacitor directly to the xt60 connector coming from the esc? I seen a guy build it that way. Turned out good. Just wanted to know if that was actually a good idea or not? Thanks for all your information.
Hi Joshua i see a little solder ball on one of the esc IC (18:34) this is dangerous if its rollin down to the pcb and make a shaortage better to make it away...
But, do you have a good place to fly such a noisy quad? - Without bring out all of the KAREN's to complain and give you anxiety and problems? Please read my post. I suggest you know your flying spots BEFORE you decide on what quad to purchase. 🤔👍
@@proxemiafpv5746 Then back in stock! It's expensive for what you get. Do your favorites spots to fly have room for a 5" ? None of my favs do. Plus, if I were to fly there, KAREN's would complain like mad! I suggest picking your favorite spots to fly and buying a quad to fit those favorite spots! My favorite size is 3.5". I think they're more fun to fly than 5", and soooooo much quieter .. no one ever complains or gives me as little as a dirty look. Plus, my favorite 3.5" will do over 20 minute flights for long range with a bigger lipo or 18650 pack. Best of ALL worlds! 😎🤘
I have more than enough 5inches. I’ve only had one last ever yell at me. She is mentally unhinged so I don’t let it bother me. 3.5’s and 4’s are good. I enjoy them. But I love my 5 inch. The 7 flies nice too. I suggest trying it. Very different from a 3.5,4, or 5 inch frame
Hi Joshua Brardwell,am so greatful for all the videos,they are so profitable in a way that they provide all the needed information for pipo who do fpv,and i surely belive that these videos are the only videos fpv racers need,they made mi fall in love with fpv,though i cant afford one,but i wish i could get one so i can start fpv too🥺
Awesome build Josh, another good tip on soldering, at least the way I've learned is, find yourself an old radio or electronic device and practice soldering on that so you won't ruin your part's like I have done. Thanks Josh for all you do my friend...
Great video I found it very I formative. But my question is what would you do about remote id? With the law coming into effect in the US later in the year I am wondering where you would mount the unit and which one you choose.
I bult the V1 kit and this kit is great... I'm still jammin' with mine and I've built a few more since then... this kit is nice... I went with HD version... there is no easier way to get into building quadcopter's...
hello Mr.Bardwell I have been watching a lot of your videos and find them to be very helpful. ......am i able to use the speedybee405 stack with the dji air unit 3 or do i need to upgrade to a f7 or f722
I understand that weight savings isn't as big a deal with a quad this size, but would it be a problem to remove the unnecessary press nuts from the frame? In other words, if I'm installing a 30x30 stack, can I remove the 20x20 press nuts, without doing damage to the frame?
Does the orientation of the ESC matter? I would think that’s where you went wrong. I’d sort out how I plan to mount my stack before doing any soldering.
Hey Josh, I am just discovering this hobby and you are keeping me very interested. Just wanted to take a minute to extend a sincere thank you. Also, I noticed that you use "wire harness tape". I am not sure what that is, but it looks a heck of a lot like Hockey Tape! I'm sure somebody (maybe even you in a video I have yet to watch) has pointed this out already, but maybe if its cheaper or easier to find in their area (Canada), you could let the viewers know! Keep up the great work! I look forward to one day actually following along with your build series! Calvin
New to fpv. I've been watching your videos for a few months, flying a cetus pro, and I'm ready to do my first build. Only problem... all the new sets of goggles coming out. I do not want to invest into goggles that will be outdated soon. I'm hoping you make a HDzero kit for the new goggles in the future. Love your videos!
Thanks for this!! I ordered the HD today. I cant think of a better way of learning something. I live in the same area as Getfpv, I should of asked to pick it up in person.
Hi Josh, does the DJI version work with the DJI Controller 2 also? The one that came with the DJI potato FPV, Or just the DJI FPV Remote Controller (Mode 2) that is listed on getfpv?
everything 404. Is there a newer version?
Yes ruclips.net/p/PLwoDb7WF6c8l24IM83wIS94XzhuMVC2gx
Joshua Bardwell hey buddy. This was my first build in 2020 and it was analog also I wanted to say thank you for all you do for us in this awesome hobby,by the way,this hobby keeps me sober and sane thanks again Joshua ✌️✌️👏👏
Dude same.
Is the analog camera included?
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Same here....I fly 3d aerobatics with rc airplanes and now jumping into freestyle fpv...my buddy let me try his the other day and it just clicked I was flying in acro after about 20 seconds
I want to echo everyone on here…. THIS CHANNEL IS GOLD. I just ordered my kit and am watching the build a few times before I try it on my own. SUPER EXCITED TO TRY!
Dude I have gotten so much information from you for free I feel like I owe it to you to buy one of your frames and build this. Big thanks to you for info you give us. You da man.
Thank you Joshua Bardwell for helping us create another great beginner DIY kit for the FPV community! We are very excited and can't wait to get all of you flying!!
Incredible content, can’t wait to build one of these! You are a lifesaver for those of us who have no idea where to start in this hobby
It’s pretty fair to get into. You need to research on what type of flying you want to do. Long range , freestyle , racing, cinematic, cruise. Some of these styles are definitely cross compatible but can be better with different setups. Just watch people build and talk about parts. There’s not too many involved, and some work better with other , so it’s not just buy the most expensive. Anyone good with electronics would excel in building these. The hard part is having to program and tune the drone before you can actually fly :/
You are a friggin' modern day legend, my friend. A true revolutionist!!!!
Gummies = grommets
Not a critique, but if anyone is looking to snag some more from the various places that sell them, it helps to know what they'll call them.
Enjoying the vids, cheers !
"A little bit of trouble" installing the arms is a huge understatement.
It took me about 40 tries and 30 minutes as well as 9 popped press nuts to screw down the last wedge for the arms. I was in constant fear of destroying the frame and even stripped the beginning of the press nut thread.
The only thing that finally made it work was to not install it like shown in the video, but to install the wedge with ONE arm (don't tighten the screw yet) and then slide in the last arm, then tighten the screw.
This was waaaay easier and without the danger of destroying anything.
I've always been able to get it done as shown, but that's a good tip for the future!
I just smashed a whole hour of this, very addictive, I'm getting more and more into it and the way you explained is fantastic!
Dude you are so right about the fact that eventually we will build. I was sure I would never build one when I started. I got this a few months ago and I absolutely love it. Thank you so much
I remember spending days doing repairs, literally, after every flight because I never landed, always crashed. I've gone on to build my own quads an wouldn't have it any other way. I actually land much more often than crash, now. Flying has become less stressful, more enjoyable. Thank you, Mr Bardwell, for all you contribute. I, for one, wouldn't enjoy the hobby if it hadn't been for the information and expertise you continue to share. Couldn't help but watch the build, makes me itch to build another.
Thanks for all the information you provide along with your unboxings and tutorial vids JB! Always appreciated!
your V1 of this kit is what got me started and i have to thank you so so much for making this kit. It served very well and I STILL use the stack 1year and 8 months later. 10/10 will recommend this kit to beginner who dont mind building!
honestly the hardest part of this whole thing was getting the xt60 soldered up, but this tutorial was top notch. you got my first kwad in the air thank you so much!
I have been trying to get into FPV for the longest time but I just did not know where to start. I was going to go with a pre built but I really did not feel like that was the right thing. When this kit came out I knew this was the perfect way to get into FPV. I would like to thank you so so so much for making this kit!
Getting the right pre-built is absolutely not a bad thing! My first entrance was building one of those chinese kits from ebay, zmr250 or whatever it was back then. I wish I had just gotten a nice prebuilt and saved myself some trouble in the beginning. Check out the DarwinFPV Baby Ape Pro, or pretty much any EMAX BNF, I havent had a bad Emax product, ever! The nanohawk x is a little hot rod, the tinyhawk II is indestructible!
Hey, I'm really looking into fpv. Do you still suggest these kits for people interested in getting into the hobby?
@@Howl-Runner buy a geprc cinebot 35 with DJI o3 and the DJI Goggles v2. ELRS internals... get a Boxer remote ELRS internal. should be sooooo good to go...
@@Nullscr1pt Isn't that a little too advanced? How does the cinelog handle crashing especially for beginners? How much flightime would you get with the recommended battery of 1300 mAh I heard abt 6 minutes or less doesn't the avata have better flightime? Does the o3 dji air unit handle the transmission of the video signal I think it is included in the drone? How much would the whole build cost drone controller goggles? sub1000? Wouldn't it be cheaper to build your own? Should you choose the goggles 2 or V2 or Integra?
You almost had me convinced to start ordering parts to build a freestyle FPV quad because I tried very hard not to crash. My TANQ2 5” that have only had for about a week and a half and I really wanted a tank S but it’s out of stock so I considered building one, but I really don’t know if my big fat uncoordinated fingers can do the soldering but I am going to watch your soldering tutorial and try to find something to practice on because I know that I’m going to start breaking it when I start flying low. At the moment, I am just practicing tricks probably 20 to 100 feet off the ground and over mostly grass. Once I get better with my throttle control and pitch so that I can maintain altitude and I start rolling and flipping and yawing at lower altitude I know I will start smashing stuff. Your videos are amazing thank you so much. Keep up the good work!
Thank you Josh! You and your videos are both so AWESOME!!!
18:00 min "Check your ESC soldering job" I built the first kit. Fried the ESC by one strand of wire between two pads! Only found it after taking a pic with my phone and zooming in on the ESC. Now I do that after soldering job. Thanks for all your help!
As a beginner to this world and infact a big fricken gorilla...I appreciate this video so much!!! Thank you so much for you willingness to share your knowledge!!! !
I bought a bag of tiny o rings from iflight a couple years ago and i always use those for space in my stack
NEW to this hobby? You found the rite place! SUBSCRIBE And bookmark. You will find just about everything you need from this guy!
Why I watch these every year? It's entertaining that it is a new video, but it is the same as previous years. I almost have the script down pat. And yet, I sit and watch. The little bits of knowledge givin cant be heard to many times.
THANK YOU JB!!!!!!
This is a really good kit actually just like my daily driver minus the fpvcycle 25mm motors
I never built the JB kit...being on a super budget 1 year ago when i first got into FPV, I challenged myself to put together a kit that would come in under the price of the kit, and if that didnt work out, I'd make a beeline for the kit. Well, I came in at around $30 under, and pulled the trigger on my parts selection (The JB kit was likely better quality, but nonetheless, i was still challenging myself and wanted to put those few dollars elsewhere).
While i didn't have the kit, I did have these videos (the first tutorial). . . and followed along as best as I could to recreate what was done. This footage is so well thought out and put together ,the education we get is everything we need to get started.
I still come back to these now and again to maybe see if i can do something better in my build, neaten something up, pick up a tip or 2, and always learn.
10 builds in 1 year, with about 7 full RE-Builds, there is always something to learn 'today'...
Thanks, JB.
When soldering XT60 or anyother connector made of plastic, it is a good pratice to have the male and female ends connected together, so that if the plastic is heated up too much it doesn't warp.
This video was amazing … best instructional video ever
I am thinking this might just be my first build project. Loved all the pointers. I fly a DJI Air 2 S and have tried a DJI FPV. Thinking I like the smaller lightweight maneuverability and repair ability of a self build. Great series. My wife even watched with me as I streamed in to my big screen.😃👍🏼
Thank you for your tutorials, sir. They helps a lot, and I love them.
Thanks for the Video JB, now I will dive deeper into FPV World.
I'd recognise those blue snips anywhere! Nice cameo.
Always love build videos! They are the only reason I got flying!
I have been waffling about what kind of drone I want to get, Been looking at a lot of DJI drones, you have just about convinced me this would be the best path, building it so I can learn, and be able to repair a drone.
Picked one up last night. First build and perfectly timed! I was legit researching parts to build one.
Awesome, enjoy the build and happy flying!
Hooray! Now that it is fathers day, I finally got to put it together! Went together with basically no issues. I know you include the wire for the VTX connection, you might consider including the same for the receiver. I had some silicone wire around so no biggie. I have to ask. Is there a reason why you fish the capacitor all through to the front rather than just soldering it directly to the ESC and go out the back over the VTX?
Anyhoo.. I had about 30 minutes before dark, and it took it out into the back yard. Of course I had the props on backwards in terms of rotation. There must be a nice way to remember which is which. It took off, and hovered-ish beautifully. Moved it all over my back yard and landed it.. no worries...
From a first time drone pilot I seriously want to thank you on the excellent kit, and build videos.
I definitely learned something today!
Hey Joshua, 3 years ago I bought your Rotor Riot CL1 kit. Then I got seriously ill, had great doctors, and I'm back, and ready to build. Question: the CL1 was an analog kit, but could I follow the DJI portion of this 2022 build and go DJI on that CL1 kit? Sorry for the newbie question.
Yep this is where I’m at, although I have a sick quad but I want to build just to learn exactly how to fix and what I am doing. I can’t stand not knowing! Thanks JB wish you lived in NY so we could fly!
Just order this drone! Can’t wait to get it! I learned to fly on a DJI fpv and I am pumped to get this! This is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!
Another one 🤣 with your channel about 2 years or more ago, I was able to successfully build an iflight F7 twing bt, 45 or 50A 4in1. Can't remember the frame but was iflight. Thing was bad ass! Thanks to you! Actually thinking about breaking it back out and now with modeling and printing skills. Do myself a lil remix 🤫🤫
Watched dang near every video you have ever made. I know a lot more than I thought over the years and still have not built a drone. But this is a great video as anyone can watch this and feel confident in building. Great video as always JB!
I’ve watching your videos for a bit now while trying to decide to get into the hobby! I think this is the kit for me to get started!!
Please read my post first! Don't want to put the Cart before the Horse! lol
Love your humor 😂
Thanks for the video ❤
I will be buying one this evening, thanks for putting this together
Thanks 🙏🏼 Joshua . I have a Mavic ( 2016 ) . I’m learning a lot from your videos 🙏🏼
Excellent build, Joshua! Thanks!!! 😊
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
I haven't been very well today, Joshua... So it's a perfect day for a long building video. Thanks!
Feel better, Bro!
Hope things get better for you, MC.
@@KOrnhOliO1 Thanks, my friend! 😊
@@d3c0deFPV Thanks, my friend! 😊
It's nothing serious... Just my guts giving me trouble... It happens sometimes. 😕
But I'm probably going to be ok tomorrow. 😊
I`m a total newbie and I don`t have any drone... yet :) is there any advantage of the analog system over the digital one besides the price? :) Thanks for a great video Joshua :)
Price and low latency for racing.
The build looks easy. The soldering is right up my alley.
But man the programming is going to challange the IT guys.
Omg thank you for actually using flux lol, so many people go in dry
Joshua really knows how to make someone scared to solder
Holy crap, this is absolutely a great deal. I’ve been flying your frame since it came out and it’s solid af.
A receiver that's listening vs a transmitter that's shouting. Well said.
18:25 the very best case scenario is that the short between wires draws enough current and the quad just shuts down or esc temperature protection kicks in
also if there are like 1-3 strands shorting the battery probably has enough power to burn the strands (also very best case scenario)
I hope those 5 tutorial videos are all I'm going to need. I guess I'm not surprised it didn't come with a physical instruction book or a simple disc that I could pop in my computer. The DJI/FPV didn't come with one either. I had to search or a PDF on it.
Hello Joshua, I am 12 years old and using my Dad's account: I recently completed a maiden flight on the xilo which I started building on christmas day and it flew well. This is my first 5" and I like it. I have a dsmx radio and I have been flying rc planes for about 7 years. Question regarding VTX setup: I downloaded the VTX table via Betaflight and yet with my dsmx radio, DX 8, I don't see a VTX onscreen menu if I push the throttle to mid-position and yaw left and pitch forward. Any idea why this is? Thanks! Alden
One of the only guys that can keep my attention for an hour and make me rewind and rewatch certain parts lol my bday is next month and I think I'm grabbing this quad for sure🤗 Been wanting to build my first quad for awhile and just haven't had the chance to but I'm pulling the trigger on this one! 🤌🏽✌🏽
I just bought this mainly because I appreciate all the information you share with the community. Hope you get a nice cut. Can't wait to build it 🙂
I good way to mount the capacitor is as close as possible to the Circuit, Anyway nice build thank you for sharing. 👍🏻
the smart way to install your racing drone nice...
dang it Mr. Bardwell looks like im going to have to mow a lot of lawns this summer because I got to have this
the JB QAV-S frame is my 5" freestyle frame of choice (2 identical builds that are my main bashers). great start for anyone building as a beginner!
Very very clear tutorial thank you brother ❤
Came across your videos and WOW great job explaining everything. You go over it all in detail and take the time to explain it. It doesn't all have to be a secret and you make me want to build one of my own. Many thanks.
Started watching this and will have to finish vid once at work hehe. I'm sooooo happy your offering this in a analog version!! This may be my first 6s quad. I really like what I was seeing. 🤜
thanks JB. I just built my first Quad...this is perfect timing. Can't wait for the next segment which is confusing me a bit.
Hello, I just have a question…
Which googles would I buy and with this which controllers ? 😅
Anyway, thank you so much for this content I’m gonna buy this kit and fly fpv drone for the first time 😊
AMAZING VIDEO!!! I am almost at the end of the build. I stopped at the receiver and have a question.
I am currently flying a DJI FPV drone and using DJI CONTROLLER 2.
Do I need to buy a separate receiver for my HD version?
In the video there is a receiver mount but do I have to do that in the HD version too?
Thanks in advance for your help!!!
For xt60s and bt2.0 connectors, ROUND is GROUND
You also recommend a soldering kit in the past, when you do a new build would nice if you added that link, I know us newbies can be a pain in the ass..😀 thanks, as a Patreon I really enjoy your videos, even though many are over my head, but in time. You are right ( “ you will learn something today”.) its a true statement….
There's a link to my soldering tutorial in the video description. Also, the product page on GetFPV has a link to some supplies. And you can always check www.fpvknowitall.com my web site for my product recommendations.
I've built two of these frames and some things I would do is: (1) label the hardware. You can pretty much tell which screws to use where but having the packs labeled would be cool. (2) After crashing one and totally breaking one arm and putting a hairline crack in another, I replaced them with the design that has the Y configuration at the end. I think they should be the default arms. Maybe toss in some long M2 screw with locking nylon insert nuts if the builder is going to mount a Vista unit?
I also noticed on one frame the press nut turns in the frame. Other than that, it's a solid frame. I bought a bunch of extra arms because I'm sure I'll beat it to death.
Ordering this soon as my mom asked what I want for Christmas, I will be going through getfpv and plan to buy your v2 diy kit my first quad but not for drones dji drones I have flown a few years, analog is my choice. Is getfpv the correct site to use to make sure you get your pay for your product being sold? Making sure I buy from the correct store. What goggles will be best, remote? I have no knowledge about this stuff so I need vtx, or remote antenna?
Have you ever soldered a capacitor directly to the xt60 connector coming from the esc? I seen a guy build it that way. Turned out good. Just wanted to know if that was actually a good idea or not? Thanks for all your information.
Thank you for explaining everything. Very useful
After building the first JB kit as my first and then 5 other quads I realized JBs kits is very well 0ut together. I'd build This one too if I could.
thanks for your beginer low badget quad brushless info
Hi Joshua i see a little solder ball on one of the esc IC (18:34) this is dangerous if its rollin down to the pcb and make a shaortage better to make it away...
Probably should have waited at least a few more days but I already ordered it due to anxiety about how long it'll stay in stock. =) I am excited!
Good luck with it this was my first build in 2019 and analog 😂🤮
But, do you have a good place to fly such a noisy quad? - Without bring out all of the KAREN's to complain and give you anxiety and problems? Please read my post. I suggest you know your flying spots BEFORE you decide on what quad to purchase. 🤔👍
I’m fighting the impulse buy now. I don’t need it. But it looks like a great kit! It will be out of stock soon enough!
@@proxemiafpv5746 Then back in stock! It's expensive for what you get. Do your favorites spots to fly have room for a 5" ?
None of my favs do. Plus, if I were to fly there, KAREN's would complain like mad!
I suggest picking your favorite spots to fly and buying a quad to fit those favorite spots! My favorite size is 3.5". I think they're more fun to fly than 5", and soooooo much quieter
.. no one ever complains or gives me as little as a dirty look. Plus, my favorite 3.5" will do over 20 minute flights for long range with a bigger lipo or 18650 pack. Best of ALL worlds! 😎🤘
I have more than enough 5inches. I’ve only had one last ever yell at me. She is mentally unhinged so I don’t let it bother me. 3.5’s and 4’s are good. I enjoy them. But I love my 5 inch. The 7 flies nice too. I suggest trying it. Very different from a 3.5,4, or 5 inch frame
Hi Joshua Brardwell,am so greatful for all the videos,they are so profitable in a way that they provide all the needed information for pipo who do fpv,and i surely belive that these videos are the only videos fpv racers need,they made mi fall in love with fpv,though i cant afford one,but i wish i could get one so i can start fpv too🥺
Wow very thorough, you explain things so well, think I might make one of these builds!! 😬
I must mention you should be using a small fan, as you breathe in a ton of leaded solder fumes @21:39
omg i've been lookin for shit like this for 3 days mannn
You should probably use purple loctite its made for 2mm-6mm
Awesome build Josh, another good tip on soldering, at least the way I've learned is, find yourself an old radio or electronic device and practice soldering on that so you won't ruin your part's like I have done. Thanks Josh for all you do my friend...
Great video I found it very I formative. But my question is what would you do about remote id? With the law coming into effect in the US later in the year I am wondering where you would mount the unit and which one you choose.
Very cool. Wish you had done this 2 months before... I wouldn't have bought the Sector 5D...
Loved your first kit, really got me into and confident in FPV and building. And your accompanying build video is gold. Keep it up!!
I bult the V1 kit and this kit is great... I'm still jammin' with mine and I've built a few more since then... this kit is nice... I went with HD version... there is no easier way to get into building quadcopter's...
I wish I seen this sooner. Just bought the avata
hello Mr.Bardwell I have been watching a lot of your videos and find them to be very helpful. ......am i able to use the speedybee405 stack with the dji air unit 3 or do i need to upgrade to a f7 or f722
Looks great! The v1 kit got me started and was great....this is also why my JB QAV-S frame has been on backorder forever haha.
Very nice build video JB.
Amazing! I am getting the kit! Will it work with DJI FPV Remote Controller 2? Thanks!
I understand that weight savings isn't as big a deal with a quad this size, but would it be a problem to remove the unnecessary press nuts from the frame? In other words, if I'm installing a 30x30 stack, can I remove the 20x20 press nuts, without doing damage to the frame?
Does the orientation of the ESC matter? I would think that’s where you went wrong. I’d sort out how I plan to mount my stack before doing any soldering.
nice to have the option for a 20 or 30
Hey Josh,
I am just discovering this hobby and you are keeping me very interested. Just wanted to take a minute to extend a sincere thank you.
Also, I noticed that you use "wire harness tape". I am not sure what that is, but it looks a heck of a lot like Hockey Tape! I'm sure somebody (maybe even you in a video I have yet to watch) has pointed this out already, but maybe if its cheaper or easier to find in their area (Canada), you could let the viewers know! Keep up the great work! I look forward to one day actually following along with your build series!
Calvin
New to fpv. I've been watching your videos for a few months, flying a cetus pro, and I'm ready to do my first build. Only problem... all the new sets of goggles coming out. I do not want to invest into goggles that will be outdated soon. I'm hoping you make a HDzero kit for the new goggles in the future. Love your videos!
An easy test for shorted motor wires. Spin all 4 motors by hand if they don't spin free they are shorted.
Thanks for this!! I ordered the HD today. I cant think of a better way of learning something. I live in the same area as Getfpv, I should of asked to pick it up in person.
Hi Josh, does the DJI version work with the DJI Controller 2 also? The one that came with the DJI potato FPV, Or just the DJI FPV Remote Controller (Mode 2) that is listed on getfpv?
Excellent video. Thank you. Can you post the link for the practice circuit board. Thanks.
Hi JB
Super super nice wideos, your freestyle beginner project, shouldn't it need some kind of update in betaflight before the drone has to fly?
Yes. That's also part of this playlist. The link to the full playlist is in the video description.