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Post by gp4u2nv on Aug 17, 2011 22:31:37 GMT 1
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Post by iflyforfun on Aug 18, 2011 2:40:09 GMT 1
you have 2 choices. 1. Buy a new Fuselage and transfer all the parts over to it. secure.hobbyzone.com/search/HBZ7385.htmlor 2.Using a tube of Silicone sealant (the kind used for tubs and sinks) stick it back on. Method #2 will work good if you have not scraped off any pieces of foam that have remained on the motor mount. What I mean is, the mount need to be put on precisely(or just about). and it should fit right back together if you have not removed any of the breakage from the mount. kind of like fitting a puzzle together. Reading your post again, you've flown twice and crashed twice with the last crash really takin its toll. I have 2 recommendations for you. 1. Save your money and glue the firewall back on as described above, then find yourself someone who can give you a couple of hours of help in learning the basics of keeping the thing in the air. 2. If you insistent at learning alone!!!!! Buy one of these. secure.hobbyzone.com/HBZ4900.htmlYou can bind it to your TX or use the one that comes with it, and your ready to go. These dam planes are almost indestructible if you follow a couple of minor rules. 1. Don't get it caught in a tree. You will rip it apart getting it out. 2. Don't fly near water 3. If crash is eminent, or you get nervous, just kill the throttle and let go of the right stick. Even if the plane crashes 90% of the time you can just pick it back up, throw it again and continue flying. I have trained many friends and family how to fly using the champ and it is "IMHO" one of the most cost effective methods of learning to fly. A few hours with the champ and I guarantee that you will be flying your Super Cub with much more success that you've had. Ifly |
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Post by mybad on Aug 18, 2011 4:17:18 GMT 1
I notice that you have cracks in the firewall. I tried to re-glue a broken firewall and only had much more damage on the next crash.  A firewall is cheap so I suggest that you replace it. If you decide to buy a new fuse, it will come with the firewall attached. Also, I can't tell from the pictures, but if you crashed with enough force to do that amount of damage, you probably damaged the gearbox and/or shaft. :oAnother inexpensive item to replace. Double check that there are no cracks. Cracks often happen where the motor is bolted to the gearbox, that is a very fragile area. Also, check that the motor, gears and shaft all turn freely. If bent even slightly, the noise will be apparent. |
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Post by gp4u2nv on Aug 18, 2011 16:19:43 GMT 1
Would it be better just to get a "fuse" with eletronics?
That also comes with cowl, motor and gear box?
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Post by flydiver on Aug 18, 2011 21:18:11 GMT 1
Bare fuse=$26
Fuse + electronics = $74
So, depends on your wallet, your ability or desire to fix stuff, how 'fixable' it actually is (what actually IS trashed-you need to figure that out), AND (important) how likely you feel you are to turn the next iteration into rubble (again?).
It can get expensive in the learning stage if you replace everything every time you crash it.
You also may have to wait longer for a complete fuse than just fixing stuff.
If you have been doing some other RC stuff I'd think you would have gained some ability to fix stuff, though cars and helis seem more about replacing busted parts than actual repairing foam and broken sticks.
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Post by gp4u2nv on Aug 18, 2011 21:38:24 GMT 1
Here is what I did. Mind you this is because, I have a Super Cub with the green battery pack. The old style. I think it was called Li-PO.
I got a fuse with eletronics, Tail, New motor (old one doesnt spin smooth), Wing and a bottle of epoxy.
I am Going to fit the Fuse i have crashed and then have a whole pack up plane in case. Total cost (88.93 tax included). Ill have 2 planes, and one reciever.
Then if I crash I have a parts plane.
Oh and remember, I bought the first plane for $80.00 I am still not to the cost of a new complete plane.
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Post by iflyforfun on Aug 19, 2011 0:09:16 GMT 1
Oh and remember, I bought the first plane for $80.00 I am still not to the cost of a new complete plane. Ya, sure your still under the price of a new cub, but you still didn't address the fact that you need help learning how to fly. Find a club or find someone to give you some tips or you'll need a deep wallet. Another option is a flight sim. Even a free one like "FMS" will do wonders helping you get thru the first critical stages of flight. |
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Post by flydiver on Aug 19, 2011 0:39:29 GMT 1
Uh, you do planes and helis and aren't sure about a "lipo"?
Shrink color on the outside is irrelevant.
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Post by iflyforfun on Aug 19, 2011 0:52:55 GMT 1
Fly, I picked up on that and new you would have something to say about it. ;D lol |
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Post by gp4u2nv on Aug 20, 2011 17:38:22 GMT 1
Before you crash me into the ground here.
I said that I had "been" into heli's and cars.
It has been 11 years since I have done either.
The car is a electic and it took made ni-cad batterys.
The heli was a trainer and nitro.
So since the eletric planes back then where junk i dont know anything about anything newer.
I was still changing "crystals" to change channels of my cars when I last did anything with it.
I still have the TC3 car that I was racing.
As for getting someone to help me out, I am waiting on my AMA card so that I can join the local flying club. (hawks).
But, this plane is not able to be on trainer cord so how would that help?
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Post by flydiver on Aug 20, 2011 17:57:40 GMT 1
Ah, clarification. You didn't tell us any history, which can make a big difference. 10 years in electrics is almost antique level. I can't believe how much it's changed in a couple years. Lipos used to be nasty expensive. You can get a cheap SIM TX and program for FMS pretty easily. www.hobbypartz.com/e4chflsitrki.htmlIt's what I used to start. Not great but does the job. I'm personally a huge advocate of mentoring. Joining the club should be great. It is important if you have lipo or NiMh-makes a difference. Should say on the pack and the charger. |
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Post by gp4u2nv on Aug 20, 2011 18:10:54 GMT 1
I only have a older (4 years) laptop can I do it on that? I did get one of the sims on my cell phone as an App. But, it is still different.
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Post by gp4u2nv on Aug 20, 2011 18:13:05 GMT 1
Also, I expect crashes. I know it is going to happen. I just knew that the parts are inexpensive compared to others.
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Post by flydiver on Aug 20, 2011 18:19:29 GMT 1
FMS is pretty easy on the PC platform (no Mac need apply). Graphics are remedial (lame) and that is what takes the PC power. The bigger the screen the better. You can get more specific info here: n.ethz.ch/student/mmoeller/fms/index_e.htmlI kind of doubt a cellphone app would be much more than an amusement. You need STICKS and at least some kind of 'playing field', not a playing card. At first I didn't have a suitable TX either so tried it with the keyboard - don't even bother. I ordered up one of the TX I linked to-much better. |
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Post by 10mistakhi on Aug 20, 2011 20:44:42 GMT 1
Leave the ACT off and fly only in calm winds till you get the hang of it.
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A firewall is cheap so I suggest that you replace it. If you decide to buy a new fuse, it will come with the firewall attached. 
