Model Forum / Radio Controlled / Helicopters / February 2004

Despite 4 foot of snow at the side of the road, I decided that today was a
good day to visit GTI models in Aberdeen (running low on the red 10% stuff)
Having gotten just a wee bit hacked off at the state of the raptor after
flying it I decided to get one of those wee rubber thingies ...

Since I am a "newbie" to R/C helicopters, I've decide to learn
hovering with the Impala trainer in the G2 software. I am finding it
hard to hover in one place. The heli wants to constantly drift forward
and backward, and side to side. Is the Impala a stable model? Does an

I currently have a Hirobo Shuttle Plus and would like to buy a new heli. I
was thinking of getting a Raptor.
I would like to know what the difference is between a Raptor 30 and 50, and
what would you recommend I should get. Can you also recommend a radio, one

About 6 weeks ago i bought a hummingbird, my first model heli, but i
have been flying fixed wing for a number of years.
After a good few hours practice, and a few tail rotors later, i was at
the stage where i could get the heli to hover for maybe 30 or 40 secs

I have been flyving a Moskito XXL helicopter for 2 years now and it
irritates me that the helicopter need so much time and equipment to start
etc.
I am planning to go to some kind of electic helicopter instead, which I

We just opened an online portion of our RC helicopter specialty store. We
proudly carry kits/parts/accessories for Thunder Tiger, Miniature Aircraft,
Hirobo, VBlades, Curtis Youngblood, and many more. We fly what we sell and
carry only the best products. Our company goals are:

Hi, I've seen quite a few postings for smaller camera applications using RC
helos but I am looking for more information regarding something that is of
professional quality for still or motion video.  It would require a strong
enough motor to provide sufficient lift and plenty of ...

I've got a moskito basic with a shagged gyro and  I need  a new one. looking
for opinions on basic and not too expensive gyros. the radio I am using now
is a JR PCM9X  and the wifes getting pissed off with the cash outflow.

Just curious what you other guys do with your curves underneath a GV-1.
In the manual it says specifically to run a linear curve? So if you
want to fly without the GV-1(I know you won't but just for arguments
sake)you'll have to put up with a throttle that will not give a good

And all the gubbins, LiPol cells, charger, boards, ally bits and bobs.  RTF
piccolo pro here guys...really suit you sir!!
£290 or offers or trade.
I cnt get my Huey till I lose the Pic...boo hoo.

is a kyosho Concept suitable for a total novice? I do fly planks and have
done for years, I can hover and land a helicopter on FMS reasonable well I
don't have a lot of money to buy a new set-up and have seen a  kyosho
Concept second-hand just minus the receiver and battery for just ...

When the heli lifts of ground, the tail spins 90 deg clockwise.. I use a JR
550 gyro with Futaba 9450 servo. Can anyone help me? I have checked the belt
and the gyro/servo is both going the right direction..
Anyone have a clue??

Anyone know what would be the quietest muffler on the market for the
Raptor 30 V.2  (39H engine)?
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The title says it all!
TIA
Andy

Yesterday during the first flight I experienced a sudden power loss with my
Raptor 50. Once on the ground I lowered the throtle and it fell out at idle
speed. I checked the plug tension and it was lose. The plug was black
probably of the bad combustion. So after changing it I ...