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Forum: RC Jets
09-03-2020, 11:38 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

Out in the field, I have found that most...

Out in the field, I have found that most experienced pilots either zero out the expo on the transmitter or dial it back severely when using a gyro. I have had one manufacturer of gyro products...
Forum: RC Jets
06-15-2020, 10:19 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

For electric brakes, new or old = LGC 15. It is...

For electric brakes, new or old = LGC 15. It is gyro based and lets off on the offending brake to steer the plane straight! It is the same program as Electron's GS200.
Forum: RC Jets
06-04-2020, 03:56 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

I waited several months for my T-1. I love it. My...

I waited several months for my T-1. I love it. My T-1 is the best flier I have. It is my "go to jet." While I was waiting for mine, I got impatient too and bought the Ultra Flash. The UF was a...
Forum: RC Jets
06-01-2020, 03:04 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

Somethings up! Last week, my BVM L-39 was here in...

Somethings up! Last week, my BVM L-39 was here in my hot little hands just about two weeks after I was told it was done at the factory. It came via DHL.

As far as I can tell, in the past my T-1...
Forum: RC Jets
05-18-2020, 04:59 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

While the power to weight ratio may calculate...

While the power to weight ratio may calculate fine, the T-1 is not a "slippery" design. To convert to EDF, I would think you need to consider the aerodynamics too. I would think you would have to be...
Forum: RC Jets
05-16-2020, 04:22 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

Today I flew the T-1 several times. I was...

Today I flew the T-1 several times. I was initially focused on flying it as slowly as possible through my usual routine of loops, rolls, 8s, verticals, etc. kind of looking for points where it snaps...
Forum: RC Jets
05-16-2020, 05:09 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

The UF has snapped on me 9 times. However, last...

The UF has snapped on me 9 times. However, last fall I could fly and land it just fine. Bank and yank works well. Also, getting it to slow down with a P-140 in it was a learning curve in itself. It...
Forum: RC Jets
05-15-2020, 08:22 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

I think the OEM wiring harness is ~1/2 pound...

I think the OEM wiring harness is ~1/2 pound heavier that it needs to be. I have about 14" of wing harness extra on each side. My two Rxer batteries are hardcase and 4000 mah 50C and I have a lot of...
Forum: RC Jets
05-14-2020, 05:38 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

Mine is 34#s. OEM wire harness, K-160, Powerbox,...

Mine is 34#s. OEM wire harness, K-160, Powerbox, nav lights with it own 2000mah battery, two 4000 mah 2s LiPos in the nose, 2100 Mah 3S LiFe above nose wheel. No smoke pump. Use that tank for extra...
Forum: RC Jets
02-07-2020, 07:25 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

When I built my first jet, I asked my mentor the...

When I built my first jet, I asked my mentor the same exact question. His answer was: "Do you want it to stay on?"

After giving it a little thought and having come from the N-Plant Biz, I recalled...
Forum: RC Jets
01-20-2020, 04:02 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

My springs work great. Never hit the tail on the...

My springs work great. Never hit the tail on the pavement. The srpings support the full wet weight of the plane and are about 1/3 -1/2 compressed, even though I fill the smoke tank with extra fuel. I...
Forum: RC Jets
12-04-2019, 05:52 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

I turn the restart off. If there is a flameout, I...

I turn the restart off. If there is a flameout, I plan on landing it deadstick and I do not want it trying to restart when it is on the ground, possibly causing a fire.
Forum: RC Jets
11-01-2019, 07:13 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

Before I ordered mine, I was frustrated by the...

Before I ordered mine, I was frustrated by the 16+ week wait time. Initially, they would not even take my order. So I ordered a different plane. Then once I flew the rather disappointing different...
Forum: RC Jets
10-25-2019, 04:08 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

I have a K-160 with two hard case 4000 mah 2S...

I have a K-160 with two hard case 4000 mah 2S LiPos under the nose cone. Have PBox Mercury under the deck. The rest of the stuff is mounted on the deck including the Nav light controller and the 2000...
Forum: RC Jets
10-13-2019, 12:02 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

The Mini's gear looked different to me when we...

The Mini's gear looked different to me when we were froggin' around with one. But I have not yet had the displeasure of having to disassemble a Mini's gear. The T-1's original's JP gear has a hub cap...
Forum: RC Jets
10-11-2019, 04:50 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

My JP retracts are operated by the LGC15. I too...

My JP retracts are operated by the LGC15. I too limit the 2s LiPo voltage to 7.5 VDC using a castle voltage regulator. Electron retracts can take 2s LiPo voltages. JP retracts can not.

I too have...
Forum: RC Jets
10-07-2019, 02:29 PM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

Yes. The 160 is the right size for the T-1. It...

Yes. The 160 is the right size for the T-1. It will go straight up, until you throttle back.
Forum: RC Jets
10-02-2019, 05:39 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

Apparently, ... the T-1's CG allowance is fairly...

Apparently, ... the T-1's CG allowance is fairly wide. I have the back of my tank about 2.5" in front of the K160's starter motor. It flies very well whether it is full or nearly empty on fuel. Due...
Forum: RC Jets
09-20-2019, 06:48 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

On my first LGC 15, the screen would not work...

On my first LGC 15, the screen would not work reliably. But, if you pressed below the pad on the screen, you could get the entry to register. However, that would not work for the exit back to the...
Forum: RC Jets
09-20-2019, 06:03 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

I have the OEM electric gear. I too replaced the...

I have the OEM electric gear. I too replaced the gear controller. I have tried three others before I settled on the LGC 15, which as I understand it the same as Electron's GS-200. The LGC 15 was the...
Forum: RC Jets
08-30-2019, 04:47 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

Re. the Springs: A couple weeks ago several of us...

Re. the Springs: A couple weeks ago several of us had a discussion re. the T-One OEM electric gear's springs. One of the guys showed up with the same scheme and setup except he had changed the main...
Forum: RC Jets
08-30-2019, 04:24 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

There have been a few reports of problems with...

There have been a few reports of problems with MKS servos when using long leads. The apparent problem is the voltage drop on the signal circuit. There were a couple work-a-rounds brought up. But I...
Forum: RC Jets
04-16-2019, 03:59 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

By the way, the sizes I listed are the OEM Sizes...

By the way, the sizes I listed are the OEM Sizes with the OEM electric gear.
Forum: RC Jets
04-15-2019, 10:54 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

Mains = 3 1/4" Nose = 2 1/2"

Mains = 3 1/4"
Nose = 2 1/2"
Forum: RC Jets
03-24-2019, 10:39 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 630,597
Posted By Len Todd

The pipe was upgraded as you mentioned. The tank...

The pipe was upgraded as you mentioned. The tank included the smoke tank, which I use for extra fuel. I get a nice 10 minute ride with the K160. All the tank fittings came with it. But, I up graded...
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