Great video! Thanks! One caution, though. You showed a brick for the AS3XTRA in your video. If anyone purchases this brick the elevator servo is reversed. The AS3XTRA was designed with the elevator control horn on the top of the elevator, not the traditional bottom. Because the receiver has onboard stabilization you cannot simply reverse the elevator channel in your transmitter. If you do the servo will reverse, but when the gyros sense turbulence it will act in a way to amplify the disturbance instead of dampening it. It is fine to use if the elevator horn is above the elevator, or if you use a bell crank to reverse the pushrod movement. I used this brick to convert a Horizon Hobby 3 channel Champ to a 4 channel and needed to use a bell crank to reverse the pushrod direction.
First time I've watched you and enjoyed what I saw and learned. I'm also an old time flier now looking into the micro-RC side of things. Thanks for sharing your experience. Subscribed.
Hi Tim - Love your videos, always interesting and informative. I was wondering if you have any advice for us 'out-of-country' builders? Being Canadian, I'm having a problem with the acquisition of the smaller electronics and duties/taxes at the border.
Larry: Thanks for checking in! Great question, not sure of the right answer. If you are close to the border, maybe ship to a US address, see how Customs treats this on your return home? Tim
Buzzard Models here in the US has all the micro electronics you could ever want. Brushed bricks as well as brushless, and you will not beat their prices. Motors and servos too, everything. They are a great company to trade with!!
Mike: Thanks for checking in and your feedback. Rudy is a lot of fun . . . Rudy is our neighbor’s doggie, he stops by for a visit every now and then. Rudy will be in my twin video out on Oct 7. 😊 Tim
@@TimMcKay56 Westies and Scotties are awesome dogs. We've had several of each over our 57 years of marriage. We've now taken to adopting Labs from Labrador Retriever Rescue of Florida. Labs are just large versions of our favorite terriers. Looking forward tp seeing more of Rudy. Please give him a treat for me!
I am not sure but did you put retracts in some of your Guillows planes? If so where did you get them. I am building a twin mustang and need a pair of retracts to fit in the wing. thanx
Aloha Tim, My son (10 years old) and I are getting started in RC airplanes and found your videos which are outstanding!! We basically are looking for a DIY project where we build the airplane from foam boards using blue prints and then attaching all these micro electronics. I have the following questions and would greatly appreciate your input: 1) Do you know of any site including yours that has blue prints we can download (for a starter) so we can cutout and build our plane? 2) I know you refer to Spektrum as the micro-electronic components but how do I properly size the motor and battery to match the air plane size. We did model rockets and based on the weight of the rocket there is a chart to properly size the propellant. I do not see anything like that with airplanes. So if I download a particular blue print for an air plane would it offer an estimated weight and thereby I refer to a particular motor, ESC and battery so I can then order it? Thank you very much and if you ever come to Hawaii we will be happy to meet you, Richard F
Richard: Greetings from the Mainland and thanks for checking in! Welcome to the hobby, you and your son will have a great time. Absolute first step is to join the Academy of Model Aeronautics (www.ModelAircraft.org). The AMA has a wealth of information on all aspects of the hobby. Plus you'll need to me a member to fly at any AMA club field (insurance). Also, the monthly magazine is top notch. There are a wide range of sites where you can download plans, Outerzone is one: outerzone.co.uk But the AMA has a huge full size plans service you can use. The micro-electronics are unique for those smaller models, those under 3 ounces. For other models, I use www.HorizonHobby.co and their E-Flite products. You have to dig around, but they have charts for model weight and motor size. Finally, join a local club. The members can be a great help with getting started and those first flights. Tim
I purchased from Stevens Aero an SA8523/N 3.7V 150 mAh lypo battery. I can not charge it on my larger charger because there is no connection that will fit the small two pin connecter. You advice on a charger would be appreciated. Thank You
Tim, I bought from Stevens Aero aDSM2/DSMX comparable receiver. I bench tested it with my DSMe transmitter and the motor runs on the elevator stick and I have no elevator but the rudder works fine. I have tried several set up options and cannot change it. What do you think?
Charles: Hard to say from this end. The good news is the transmitter and receiver are linked. Answer likely in the DSMe transmitter handbook and some way to assign channels to stick positions. Tim
If push comes to shove, investigate WLtoys rc airplane parts. The older versions reciever bricks will bind with Flysky radios. The newer updated recievers have gyro stab in them but no longer work with Flysky. If you want to use gyros then pick up the newer f949s Cessna 182 and use the TX from that additional recievers sold as spare parts. That's what I'm gonna do. In fact, I just ordered a f949s from ebay today. Whole thing was less than $65. Love your videos. Very informative. Keep it up.
Hi Tim - I picked up the Dumas Pietenpol kit and looking for help in selecting a motor package. Also , going to convert a Sig 40 inch Sinbad to like the Retro R/c Sinbad Sailor with the added power pod. What would you suggest? thx
FG: There are so many electric motors out there, hard to keep up. And they all seem to be of a good quality for sport RC flyers. What I do it get the weight of whatever model I am going to make, then look at various manufacturer motor charts to see what motors they recommend for my model's weight. E-flite usually has good charts for this effort, with a Google search. Good luck! Tim
Thanks. There is so much data when searching it's very confusing, especially compatibility with transmitters. Maybe another update every 6 months to a year from now. Also I've use 3 gram blue servos as an alternative but it is heavier
Stephen: Thanks for tuning in and best of luck with your small RC projects. Take a look at my Guillow Arrow conversion to RC, a great first project. Tim
With these micro electronics, as everything works so well together, I have learned from experience that the max weight of the airplane is around 3 ounces. I just pick/design and airplane that is less than 3 ounces. Tim
Great info Tim, I do have some dsmx,dsm2,ect Spectrum rc gear but find myself using FrSky (Taranis Plus X9D) radio gear more and more, do you know if the ultra micro rc bricks ect are available for the Taranis FrSky radios?
Yes, the small receiver/server bricks are available with several protocols, including the FrSky D8 and D16 protocols. Note that these non-FrSky D8 and D16 receivers will only bind with a FrSky radio running ACCST version 1. One reason FrSky came out with encrypted ACCST version 2 and the newer ACCESS protocols was to freeze out third party manufacturers like these. Transmitters running ACCST v2 or ACCESS won't bind to receivers running ACCST v1, and vice versa. But, if all your receivers are older FrSky or compatible third party models, you can simply continue to run ACCST v1 in your transmitter without updating it to v2. On the other hand, if you wish to run both new FrSky receivers AND old ones, you can flash update the internal RF module in your Taranis X9D Plus transmitter to ACCST v2, and add an optional RF module that simply snaps on the back of your transmitter. FrSky sells an XJT module that can be flashed to ACCST v1, so you can set up models with old or third party receivers to use the external module, while you set up models with new FrSky ACCST v2 receivers (or old FrSky receivers you flash to v2) to use the internal module. Another option is to use a multi-protocol external module such as the iRangeX IRX4 or Jumper JP4IN1. These allow you to bind your Taranis transmitter with most other brands of receivers, including your Spektrum DSM2/DSMX, Flysky, or FrSky ACCST v1. In the USA, Aloft Hobbies sells the FrSky XJT external module as well as FrSky transmitters and receivers using the newer ACCST v2 and ACCESS protocols. Buzzard Models in the USA is another source of the ultra-micro receiver/servo bricks in various protocols. You can also find the ultra-micro receiver/servo bricks and the multi-protocol transmitter RF modules on eBay, although most of those vendors will be shipping from China. If all this sounds Greek, search RUclips and Google for technical info. I learn a lot from the RUclips videos by a guy called Painless360. Hope this helps!
I appreciate your work and reviews... been wanting to build lightweight RC... did full weight many, many years ago... I find it more challenging to build on the light side. I have built two Dumas kits, PT 17, PT19 rubber powered...recently, trying to to get my build acumen back.. a lot has changed since the 50's. I find some "new" stuff (new to me) challenging...IE, sliced wing ribs and lamination: wing tips, vertical stab/horizontal stab. I incorporated these in my second build of the PT17 (my father learned to fly in this - Army Air Core), using those "new" techniques my PT-17 was 34g including an extra wing and weighty 7 cylinder rotary "engine"... compared to the standard build of the PT19 of 29 grams. I noticed you did not use these despite your admonition to build light. Reason?...Also your covering seems a little heavy compared to "tissue" - durability? Trying to decide on the build for the next in line - I have the Dumas kit #306, Beaver and am tempted to make an R/C , rubber powered version... or perhaps interchangeable electric. Availability of the electric motors seems tenuous and from China? Thanks for the response. FelixTCat
Robert: Thanks for checking in! Sounds like you are on a great path with your lightweight models. I try to use more “normal” rib building techniques focusing on lightweight balsa, etc. The Lite iron-on coverings go on well, add a lot of strength. Do check www.StevensAero.com for the micro RC bricks. Tim
Thanks for the reply! Where do you get the time?... you're quite prolific. As for traditional... sheesh who wants to go back to printed balsa or even die cut? the Laser cut speeds assembly and is so much more accurate... there's a model I'd like to build but it has not been converted to "laser" technology, "Not gonna do it". I have not watched all of your vids... but that's my plan. Looking to convert the model referenced above to rubber powered RC. Using lightweight techniques i think it can be achieved..?? Any comment on FCC regs on RC aircraft?
Hey Tim 💖 how are you, I hope you will be fine. Thanks for this information which I was just looking for, May God bless you with health and harmony ❤️.
Thanks for your most helpful and informative videos. But as someone who is new to the field, I have found that the connectors to be very confusing; I've had to make my own cables to get 3-pin mm1.25 to fit a 2-pin mm1.5, etc. Also how to charge some of the small lipo batteries? Any information concerning charging small batteries and connectors would be most appreciated.
Ted: Welcome to the channel! There are a lot of chargers for these small 1 cell lipos. You can do a Google search for 1S lipo battery charger. Or better yet, head over to www.HorizonHobby.com and search for these chargers. The tech support folks at Horizon are most helpful, I use phone or chat lines a lot. The 1S lipo chargers can either be remote battery chargers, or plug into a USB outlet. As the 1S batteries are so inexpensive ($5), I purchase several, charge them at home and go to the field with them all fully charged. There are polarity, as with any battery. Often there is a red dot on the bottom of the plug to the receiver and bottom of the battery. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 Thanks for your reply. I have purchased some 1S batteries but none of the connectors seem to match my chargers. I'll check with the tech support folks at Horizon as you suggest. Not a big deal to make the cables I need but frustrating that the industry can't standarize on connectors. Again, your videos are superb....thanks.
Zach: If you can keep the weight under three ounces, the micro motor from StevensAero.com should work out. Big item is to keep your model as light as possible. Good luck! Tim
@@TimMcKay56 Thanks! under 3 ounces without electronics and battery, right? I plan on using a dremel to carve off as much balsa wood as I can get away with. What was the servo that you recommended for the wing ailerons?
@@cobbler3376 Well, I'd shoot for 3 ounces for finished model. The micro servos for the ailerons can be difficult to find, might consider a three channel. The rudder for the triplane is quite large, should work for this model. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 wow. ok. the lightest all-in build of this model I've seen online is 4.4 ounces. but I'll give it a try. The rudder is the whole fin, so I like your idea about 3 channels...thanks!
Had a friend that built rubber band airplanes as rc.he would fly then once then after they were right they were displayed not flown.on a bi-plane the cable was there to move the controls.the servo moved the tiny wire.very detailed and all the servo's and battery and received could fit in the center of Palm of hand.now to watch the video
I can see this getting worse going forward and affecting all types of RC supplies. Many moons ago I built a Sterling Sopwith Camel, tissue and dope powered by a Cox 0.20, free flight. Pretty much hooked me on flying balsa models.
LIKE. The monokote looks snazy and you build nice models. How about a Dope and Tissue segment. Old school technology that can produce a fine finish. Possible alternatives for dope and paints. I'm just saying, I did all my later controlline builds in translucent film. I got lazy and hurried.
MGB: Yes, that seems to be the case. Good news is Bill works directly with the Chinese supplier, trying to get the produce right and back on track for US modelers. Tim
micro seems the only way to go now days but the electronics are getting harder day by day to get Good Balsa is almost impossible to get also i have gone back to rubber power lately
Stephen: That is my final chapter in the video, to simply harvest from existing aircraft you are no longer flying. I do this all the time, great approach. Tim
Here in Europe we use a lot of Ali... where you can buy directly from China. Lots of rear to find things can be searched and found there. I will provide titles of listings, because I do not know how RUclips will react to long web links. When I find one item that suits my needs I scroll down to section "similar items" and often find more and can learn the keywords I need to use in search. And the cycle continues with lot's of great finds. "Ma-RX42E 2.4G AFHDS 2A SFHSS Mini Receiver Built-in 5A 1S Brushless ESC for FRSKY D8 D16 RC Airplane Micro Drones DIY Parts" "1 pair (2pcs) dys GS-1502 1.5g servo micro digital servo loading two linear servo for for RC Airplane Helicopter Toy" "MXL-RX62H-A2 FlySky AFHDS 2A receiver with 2 linear servos gyro 3-axis function receiver micro airplanes indoor flight receiver" "MXL-RX62H Spektrum DSMX DSM2 compatible receiver with 2 linear servos Gyro 3-axis function AR6410 receiver for micro indoor"
Thank for great tips… now I can start working on Guillow kits that I kept for several months as I follow your RUclips …
Art: Glad to hear, best of luck with your conversion! Tim
Can't thank you enough for your videos. I've always wanted to get into the hobby and now I feel that I finally can!
Chase: Thanks so much for checking in, best of luck! Tim
Great video! Thanks! One caution, though. You showed a brick for the AS3XTRA in your video. If anyone purchases this brick the elevator servo is reversed. The AS3XTRA was designed with the elevator control horn on the top of the elevator, not the traditional bottom. Because the receiver has onboard stabilization you cannot simply reverse the elevator channel in your transmitter. If you do the servo will reverse, but when the gyros sense turbulence it will act in a way to amplify the disturbance instead of dampening it. It is fine to use if the elevator horn is above the elevator, or if you use a bell crank to reverse the pushrod movement. I used this brick to convert a Horizon Hobby 3 channel Champ to a 4 channel and needed to use a bell crank to reverse the pushrod direction.
Mike: Yikes, great tip!! Hope others can read of this! Tim
This is how informative every RUclips comment should be. I salute you, sir.
First time I've watched you and enjoyed what I saw and learned. I'm also an old time flier now looking into the micro-RC side of things. Thanks for sharing your experience. Subscribed.
Pierre: Thanks so much for checking in! Tim
Hi Tim - Love your videos, always interesting and informative. I was wondering if you have any advice for us 'out-of-country' builders? Being Canadian, I'm having a problem with the acquisition of the smaller electronics and duties/taxes at the border.
Larry: Thanks for checking in! Great question, not sure of the right answer. If you are close to the border, maybe ship to a US address, see how Customs treats this on your return home? Tim
Buzzard Models here in the US has all the micro electronics you could ever want. Brushed bricks as well as brushless, and you will not beat their prices. Motors and servos too, everything. They are a great company to trade with!!
Scotabot: Great vector, thanks so much! Tim
Tim, I've enjoyed every one of your videos and learned a LOT. Thanks!! And, I gotta tell ya, that is one handsome Westie!!
Mike: Thanks for checking in and your feedback. Rudy is a lot of fun . . . Rudy is our neighbor’s doggie, he stops by for a visit every now and then. Rudy will be in my twin video out on Oct 7. 😊 Tim
@@TimMcKay56 Westies and Scotties are awesome dogs. We've had several of each over our 57 years of marriage. We've now taken to adopting Labs from Labrador Retriever Rescue of Florida. Labs are just large versions of our favorite terriers. Looking forward tp seeing more of Rudy. Please give him a treat for me!
@@mikethompson3710 Mike: Will do! Rudy will make a short guest appearance in my twin build video out on Friday. Tim
I am not sure but did you put retracts in some of your Guillows planes? If so where did you get them. I am building a twin mustang and need a pair of retracts to fit in the wing. thanx
I have never put retracts in a Guillows plane. Would be something neat! Tim
Aloha Tim,
My son (10 years old) and I are getting started in RC airplanes and found your videos which are outstanding!! We basically are looking for a DIY project where we build the airplane from foam boards using blue prints and then attaching all these micro electronics. I have the following questions and would greatly appreciate your input:
1) Do you know of any site including yours that has blue prints we can download (for a starter) so we can cutout and build our plane?
2) I know you refer to Spektrum as the micro-electronic components but how do I properly size the motor and battery to match the air plane size. We did model rockets and based on the weight of the rocket there is a chart to properly size the propellant. I do not see anything like that with airplanes.
So if I download a particular blue print for an air plane would it offer an estimated weight and thereby I refer to a particular motor, ESC and battery so I can then order it?
Thank you very much and if you ever come to Hawaii we will be happy to meet you,
Richard F
Richard: Greetings from the Mainland and thanks for checking in! Welcome to the hobby, you and your son will have a great time. Absolute first step is to join the Academy of Model Aeronautics (www.ModelAircraft.org). The AMA has a wealth of information on all aspects of the hobby. Plus you'll need to me a member to fly at any AMA club field (insurance). Also, the monthly magazine is top notch.
There are a wide range of sites where you can download plans, Outerzone is one: outerzone.co.uk But the AMA has a huge full size plans service you can use.
The micro-electronics are unique for those smaller models, those under 3 ounces. For other models, I use www.HorizonHobby.co and their E-Flite products. You have to dig around, but they have charts for model weight and motor size. Finally, join a local club. The members can be a great help with getting started and those first flights. Tim
I purchased from Stevens Aero an SA8523/N 3.7V 150 mAh lypo battery. I can not charge it on my larger charger because there is no connection that will fit the small two pin connecter. You advice on a charger would be appreciated.
Thank You
On Amazon, search for 1S lipo battery USB charger. The $10 “Amazon’s Choice” one works fine. Tim
Tim, I bought from Stevens Aero aDSM2/DSMX comparable receiver. I bench tested it with my DSMe transmitter and the motor runs on the elevator stick and I have no elevator but the rudder works fine. I have tried several set up options and cannot change it. What do you think?
Charles: Hard to say from this end. The good news is the transmitter and receiver are linked. Answer likely in the DSMe transmitter handbook and some way to assign channels to stick positions. Tim
The transmitter is actually Spectrum DX6e
@@borden2417 Copy! Tim
If push comes to shove, investigate WLtoys rc airplane parts. The older versions reciever bricks will bind with Flysky radios. The newer updated recievers have gyro stab in them but no longer work with Flysky. If you want to use gyros then pick up the newer f949s Cessna 182 and use the TX from that additional recievers sold as spare parts. That's what I'm gonna do. In fact, I just ordered a f949s from ebay today. Whole thing was less than $65.
Love your videos. Very informative. Keep it up.
William: Excellent idea on the WLToys. I checked them out, some interesting uses for sure. Tim
Hi Tim - I picked up the Dumas Pietenpol kit and looking for help in selecting a motor package. Also , going to convert a Sig 40 inch Sinbad to like the Retro R/c Sinbad Sailor with the added power pod. What would you suggest? thx
FG: There are so many electric motors out there, hard to keep up. And they all seem to be of a good quality for sport RC flyers. What I do it get the weight of whatever model I am going to make, then look at various manufacturer motor charts to see what motors they recommend for my model's weight. E-flite usually has good charts for this effort, with a Google search. Good luck! Tim
Thanks. There is so much data when searching it's very confusing, especially compatibility with transmitters. Maybe another update every 6 months to a year from now. Also I've use 3 gram blue servos as an alternative but it is heavier
M5: Great idea, thanks! Tim
Thank you so much for this. Small rc is a passion I'm going to transition too from the tissue and rubber I built in the 80s.
Stephen: Thanks for tuning in and best of luck with your small RC projects. Take a look at my Guillow Arrow conversion to RC, a great first project. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 I sure will
Awesome video
👍🏻😊 Tim
My question is how do you know what size engine you need for the small planes....I have one that is 35 g that I would like to convert
With these micro electronics, as everything works so well together, I have learned from experience that the max weight of the airplane is around 3 ounces. I just pick/design and airplane that is less than 3 ounces. Tim
Great info Tim, I do have some dsmx,dsm2,ect Spectrum rc gear but find myself using FrSky (Taranis Plus X9D) radio gear more and more, do you know if the ultra micro rc bricks ect are available for the Taranis FrSky radios?
Kod: My apologies, but I have no experience with the FrSky systems. Tim
Yes, the small receiver/server bricks are available with several protocols, including the FrSky D8 and D16 protocols. Note that these non-FrSky D8 and D16 receivers will only bind with a FrSky radio running ACCST version 1. One reason FrSky came out with encrypted ACCST version 2 and the newer ACCESS protocols was to freeze out third party manufacturers like these. Transmitters running ACCST v2 or ACCESS won't bind to receivers running ACCST v1, and vice versa. But, if all your receivers are older FrSky or compatible third party models, you can simply continue to run ACCST v1 in your transmitter without updating it to v2. On the other hand, if you wish to run both new FrSky receivers AND old ones, you can flash update the internal RF module in your Taranis X9D Plus transmitter to ACCST v2, and add an optional RF module that simply snaps on the back of your transmitter. FrSky sells an XJT module that can be flashed to ACCST v1, so you can set up models with old or third party receivers to use the external module, while you set up models with new FrSky ACCST v2 receivers (or old FrSky receivers you flash to v2) to use the internal module. Another option is to use a multi-protocol external module such as the iRangeX IRX4 or Jumper JP4IN1. These allow you to bind your Taranis transmitter with most other brands of receivers, including your Spektrum DSM2/DSMX, Flysky, or FrSky ACCST v1. In the USA, Aloft Hobbies sells the FrSky XJT external module as well as FrSky transmitters and receivers using the newer ACCST v2 and ACCESS protocols. Buzzard Models in the USA is another source of the ultra-micro receiver/servo bricks in various protocols. You can also find the ultra-micro receiver/servo bricks and the multi-protocol transmitter RF modules on eBay, although most of those vendors will be shipping from China. If all this sounds Greek, search RUclips and Google for technical info. I learn a lot from the RUclips videos by a guy called Painless360. Hope this helps!
@@slim1228 thank you for a very comprehensive reply slim plenty of different options to get things sorted kind regards stu
I appreciate your work and reviews... been wanting to build lightweight RC... did full weight many, many years ago... I find it more challenging to build on the light side. I have built two Dumas kits, PT 17, PT19 rubber powered...recently, trying to to get my build acumen back.. a lot has changed since the 50's. I find some "new" stuff (new to me) challenging...IE, sliced wing ribs and lamination: wing tips, vertical stab/horizontal stab. I incorporated these in my second build of the PT17 (my father learned to fly in this - Army Air Core), using those "new" techniques my PT-17 was 34g including an extra wing and weighty 7 cylinder rotary "engine"... compared to the standard build of the PT19 of 29 grams. I noticed you did not use these despite your admonition to build light. Reason?...Also your covering seems a little heavy compared to "tissue" - durability?
Trying to decide on the build for the next in line - I have the Dumas kit #306, Beaver and am tempted to make an R/C , rubber powered version... or perhaps interchangeable electric. Availability of the electric motors seems tenuous and from China?
Thanks for the response.
FelixTCat
Robert: Thanks for checking in! Sounds like you are on a great path with your lightweight models. I try to use more “normal” rib building techniques focusing on lightweight balsa, etc. The Lite iron-on coverings go on well, add a lot of strength. Do check www.StevensAero.com for the micro RC bricks. Tim
Thanks for the reply! Where do you get the time?... you're quite prolific. As for traditional... sheesh who wants to go back to printed balsa or even die cut? the Laser cut speeds assembly and is so much more accurate... there's a model I'd like to build but it has not been converted to "laser" technology, "Not gonna do it". I have not watched all of your vids... but that's my plan. Looking to convert the model referenced above to rubber powered RC. Using lightweight techniques i think it can be achieved..??
Any comment on FCC regs on RC aircraft?
Yes, several videos on FAA regs, more to follow! Tim
Hey Tim 💖 how are you, I hope you will be fine. Thanks for this information which I was just looking for, May God bless you with health and harmony ❤️.
Yahya: Thanks for checking in! Tim
Thanks for your most helpful and informative videos. But as someone who is new to the field, I have found that the connectors to be very confusing; I've had to make my own cables to get 3-pin mm1.25 to fit a 2-pin mm1.5, etc. Also how to charge some of the small lipo batteries? Any information concerning charging small batteries and connectors would be most appreciated.
Ted: Welcome to the channel! There are a lot of chargers for these small 1 cell lipos. You can do a Google search for 1S lipo battery charger. Or better yet, head over to www.HorizonHobby.com and search for these chargers. The tech support folks at Horizon are most helpful, I use phone or chat lines a lot. The 1S lipo chargers can either be remote battery chargers, or plug into a USB outlet. As the 1S batteries are so inexpensive ($5), I purchase several, charge them at home and go to the field with them all fully charged. There are polarity, as with any battery. Often there is a red dot on the bottom of the plug to the receiver and bottom of the battery. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 Thanks for your reply. I have purchased some 1S batteries but none of the connectors seem to match my chargers. I'll check with the tech support folks at Horizon as you suggest. Not a big deal to make the cables I need but frustrating that the industry can't standarize on connectors. Again, your videos are superb....thanks.
This is good information. Thank You!
Dylan: Glad it was helpful! Tim
Hi. Great content. I'm going to build/convert the Guillows Fokker Triplane model and I'd like to know what motor you would recommend.
Zach: If you can keep the weight under three ounces, the micro motor from StevensAero.com should work out. Big item is to keep your model as light as possible. Good luck! Tim
@@TimMcKay56 Thanks! under 3 ounces without electronics and battery, right? I plan on using a dremel to carve off as much balsa wood as I can get away with. What was the servo that you recommended for the wing ailerons?
@@cobbler3376 Well, I'd shoot for 3 ounces for finished model. The micro servos for the ailerons can be difficult to find, might consider a three channel. The rudder for the triplane is quite large, should work for this model. Tim
@@TimMcKay56 wow. ok. the lightest all-in build of this model I've seen online is 4.4 ounces. but I'll give it a try. The rudder is the whole fin, so I like your idea about 3 channels...thanks!
@@TimMcKay56 What are your thoughts on this motor given all of the micro motor's are sold out?...BL180 Brushless Outrunner Motor, 3000Kv
Thanks Tim for the info
👍🏻 Tim
Had a friend that built rubber band airplanes as rc.he would fly then once then after they were right they were displayed not flown.on a bi-plane the cable was there to move the controls.the servo moved the tiny wire.very detailed and all the servo's and battery and received could fit in the center of Palm of hand.now to watch the video
Joe: Thanks! Tim
I have been building the Guillows kits seance 1969 and have never herd the word said before I hope that is how it’s said
👍🏻 Tim
You can also buy different ultra micro receivers with the servos built in for fly sky radios not just spectrum
Thanks! Tim
I can see this getting worse going forward and affecting all types of RC supplies. Many moons ago I built a Sterling Sopwith Camel, tissue and dope powered by a Cox 0.20, free flight. Pretty much hooked me on flying balsa models.
Charlie: It will be a bit of a challenge, but us RC modelers will figure a way ahead. Is a great hobby, welcome to the channel! Tim
Great video. Thanks!
👍🏻😊 Tim
Do one like this for 2023..thanks..
Thanks, gathering info. Tim
Thks ;
Oh Well-Done
👍🏻 Tim
LIKE. The monokote looks snazy and you build nice models. How about a Dope and Tissue segment. Old school technology that can produce a fine finish. Possible alternatives for dope and paints. I'm just saying, I did all my later controlline builds in translucent film. I got lazy and hurried.
Planker: Sounds like a great subject, will add to the list! Tim
Stevens aero always seems to be sold out of these components.
MGB: Yes, that seems to be the case. Good news is Bill works directly with the Chinese supplier, trying to get the produce right and back on track for US modelers. Tim
micro seems the only way to go now days but the electronics are getting harder day by day to get Good Balsa is almost impossible to get also i have gone back to rubber power lately
Larz: Agree, you do have to hunt around these days. Tim
Found this one interesting, you still around Bro...
Still kicking! Tim
Any one tried the MXL-RX62H that seems to be a clone of some sort?
I will look into it, new to me. Tim
Why not buy a cheap model airplane and take out the radio?
Stephen: That is my final chapter in the video, to simply harvest from existing aircraft you are no longer flying. I do this all the time, great approach. Tim
That Rudy, looks like a troublemaker?
Rudy a good doggie. 🎄🎅🏻 Tim
You can buy them straight from China!!
Thanks! Tim
Here in Europe we use a lot of Ali... where you can buy directly from China. Lots of rear to find things can be searched and found there. I will provide titles of listings, because I do not know how RUclips will react to long web links. When I find one item that suits my needs I scroll down to section "similar items" and often find more and can learn the keywords I need to use in search. And the cycle continues with lot's of great finds.
"Ma-RX42E 2.4G AFHDS 2A SFHSS Mini Receiver Built-in 5A 1S Brushless ESC for FRSKY D8 D16 RC Airplane Micro Drones DIY Parts"
"1 pair (2pcs) dys GS-1502 1.5g servo micro digital servo loading two linear servo for for RC Airplane Helicopter Toy"
"MXL-RX62H-A2 FlySky AFHDS 2A receiver with 2 linear servos gyro 3-axis function receiver micro airplanes indoor flight receiver"
"MXL-RX62H Spektrum DSMX DSM2 compatible receiver with 2 linear servos Gyro 3-axis function AR6410 receiver for micro indoor"
Great information, thanks for sharing! Tim