Anyone into RC?

Hunders · 30 Apr 2010 at 15:07

Phoenix is really good. I can't comment about how the planes feel to the real thing as I fly helicopters. If they are as well modelled as the helicopters then they will be very good indeed.

Vince · 30 Apr 2010 at 15:13

Woudn't say im massively into it but did randomly buy a hydrofoam last weekend when I was bored. Its half built and I am pretty much enjoying the process even if I will ditch it on its first run out

DJMK4 · 30 Apr 2010 at 15:55

Hunders said:
Phoenix is really good. I can't comment about how the planes feel to the real thing as I fly helicopters. If they are as well modelled as the helicopters then they will be very good indeed.

Cool

Im already looking at my first plane trainer, I dont know weather or not to get an electric trainer, or a nitro trainer. Something like this....

http://www.sloughrc.com/asp/default.asp?itemid=A-CF001

FatBoyObese · 30 Apr 2010 at 20:25

ichabod crane said:
Which is best of these two?

HPI BULLET ST 3.0

THUNDER TIGER TOMAHAWK ST

HPI is the better out of those two IMO.
Parts are readily available and cheap too and it'll take more abuse than the thunder tiger

FatBoyObese · 30 Apr 2010 at 20:26

Yee Har......Blade 400 turned up yesterday to compliment my hanger.....

*now prays for sun tomorrow*

NickK · 1 May 2010 at 13:34

Does this count as RC?

WiFi controlled, two blackfin CPUs - each with a camera, 4MB ram+flash, tracked with two motor controls.

Current writing an iPhone application and a OSX desktop application bits and bobs:

Take camera images, sharpen then wrap them around a teapot..

Ok the last one is a bit of fun but you can see why I'm doing it..

DJMK4 · 1 May 2010 at 13:37

Cool looking gadget you have there

I guess it could be yeh, as some people interpret RC as Remote Control and Radio Control, as its going over Wireless radio signals then yeah

Although im not 100% what you use the above for? I wouldnt mind knowing the full use of it if you dont mind

Always been interesting in stuff like this.

FatBoyObese · 2 May 2010 at 17:22

Here's a pic of my RC gear.....There are 2 missing from the pic as they are in pieces at the mo awaiting parts.

Losi 8ight T 2.0, Losi 8ight B 2.0, GS Storm buggy, E-Flite Blade 400 3D and a little Nine Eagles Solo Pro.

BigglesPiP · 2 May 2010 at 17:25

NickK said:
Does this count as RC?
http://www.adrenalin-junkie.net/srvOne/Photo35.jpg

WiFi controlled, two blackfin CPUs - each with a camera, 4MB ram+flash, tracked with two motor controls.

Current writing an iPhone application and a OSX desktop application bits and bobs:
http://www.adrenalin-junkie.net/srvOne/iphonesrv2_double.jpg
http://www.adrenalin-junkie.net/srvOne/iPhoneSRVmapSRV.jpg

Take camera images, sharpen then wrap them around a teapot..
http://www.adrenalin-junkie.net/srvOne/teapot.jpg

Ok the last one is a bit of fun but you can see why I'm doing it..

I want to make a WiFi robot one day. I'm not sure I'd have a use for it, but I want one.

Fuzz · 2 May 2010 at 17:32

FatBoyObese said:
Here's a pic of my RC gear.....There are 2 missing from the pic as they are in pieces at the mo awaiting parts.

Losi 8ight T 2.0, Losi 8ight B 2.0, GS Storm buggy, E-Flite Blade 400 3D and a little Nine Eagles Solo Pro.

Need to get that Heli over here in the shed if it's too windy outside, just mind the bloody forklift this time!!

FatBoyObese · 2 May 2010 at 17:35

Scubascorpion said:
Need to get that Heli over here in the shed if it's too windy outside, just mind the bloody forklift this time!!

You've got that right fella...........I'll be over in the week with the Blade providing the feathering shaft turns up

DBT85 · 3 May 2010 at 17:38

this thread brought up a few memories!

I started with a HPI RS4 3 SS which while fun was a bit dull with no one else to play with. Then i passed my driving test and bought an HPI Savage SS which i sunk considerable change into over the years and then i decided to get my Hyper 8, no expense spared.

Ended up with a RB WS7 III ported polished and balanced, digital servos, 2.4ghz control and a custom shell. Loved it. Sadly I hated getting the Hyper dirty because it was so nice so i stopped going out and eventually sold it all. It's something I'll come back to if/when I have kids that I think might be interested.

just about the only pic i have of it now

though i kept the shell.

DJMK4 · 27 May 2010 at 09:41

Just spent another £180 this morning

WOT4 MK2 Plane ATRF- £79.99

5 x Servos
http://www.kingslynnmodelshop.co.uk..._Standard_Servo_with_Top_BB/product_info.html

1 x Spectrum AR7000 Reciever
http://www.kingslynnmodelshop.co.uk...86/Spektrum_AR7000_Receiver/product_info.html

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Already own

Spektrum DX6i Full range 6 channel radio
Phoenix - Flight Sim

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Next few bits to buy to complete

SC52A-S AERO RC ABC ENGINE (2-stroke 8.82cc engine)
http://www.kingslynnmodelshop.co.uk.../SC52A-S_AERO_RC_ABC_ENGINE/product_info.html

Glow plug starter/charger, radio batteries, some fuel, field kit and some spares etc).

Think my collection will come close to around £700ish

Skidder · 27 May 2010 at 09:55

have loads more scratchbuilt foamies. The cub above is ready to be maidened this weekend weather permitting. Built over the winter from balsa. few trucks as well but they don't get a look in once you can fly

DJMK4 · 28 May 2010 at 18:21

Here is what I got today, the radio I already had

just a few more bits left to buy. Thats a double bed btw

HUNTER.P · 15 Jan 2012 at 02:02

Bingo, found the RC thread

Recognise a few of you guys from other forums. Mainly CandyMan and FatBoyObese

Thought I'd share a couple of pics of what I currently run.

First Car - Trophy Truggy 4.6 Just 2 years past since I got this one at christmas still going strong

Traxxas Slash 4x4 - This thing never gives up, bash the hell out of this thing

Hyper 7 - Converted this from nitro running a Castle MMM System, this gives me my speed thrills

My racer: Hong Nor X2CRT sadly retired at the end of last season, only one left running a truggy at the local track so decided to move to buggy this year. Have another spare roller in pieces which I am going to build up and convert and keep this one going too.

And then we have my baby, my pride and joy. Poured just over £k into this and boy oh boy I dont regret it one bit. My HPI Baja 5SC. Running a OBR 30.5 Full Mod engine plus nearly all aftermarket parts. I'll let the pics do the talking

Then a video to finish it off - me starting it for the first time

and another of me bashing it

Next on the list is the new Hot Bodies CR8

Munkyman · 15 Jan 2012 at 14:20

Nice collection there Hunter, i'm especially jealous of the 5SC :cool:

I would get one if i had the money and the space. Where do you race your buggy? I'm in my first season of racing and enjoying it immensley so far.

HUNTER.P · 15 Jan 2012 at 14:39

Race @ BADMCC in Northern Ireland. Might know it from the famous Paddy Piston Race Weekend

Munkyman · 15 Jan 2012 at 19:33

HUNTER.P said:
Race @ BADMCC in Northern Ireland. Might know it from the famous Paddy Piston Race Weekend

I've heard of the track

I race at CMCC in Coventry, it's astro with a dirt track that gets used in the summer.

Mark A · 15 Jan 2012 at 19:57

My TB-01.

Would it be possible to get a brushless motor for this car? Its a good car but lacks the power to make it fun offroad. I was thinking of getting some larger wheels to give it more ground clearance and a brushless motor and a few decent 8.4v batteries.