I know I've commented on the flying fickle finger of fate before but to tell you I love that thing is an understatement! I'm afraid that if I had that I would carry it around with me everywhere I went to include the doctor's office and grocery store.
Dave as others said, great video, to the point and full of info! one question: why replace the v tail servos with metal gears while using the stock plastic servos for the ailerons?
Yeah... I was wondering the same thing. I would have switched the type of servos around. The larger surface Ailerons would apply more force to the servos.
Thanks for watching! Question: Why stock servos on the wings but more expensive metal gear servos on the v-tail? Answer: My experience has been that the RC Eagle will fly ok with one or none of the ailerons but if one of the v-tail servos fails it always ends badly. Therefore to save money I use the cheaper plastic gear servos on the ailerons.
Hi Dave, a really great series ! ! I am currently building my large eagle as a pure glider (sharp spout instead of a bulky motor). I will use this bird for slope soaring in the high Austrian Alps - true and real eagle environment ! My question: Where is your battery located; close to c.g. ? Since flying without motor and prop I will have to replace their mass by a (smaller) battery alone - to be located towards / within the head. Thanks for a brief comment on your battery location !
I just really enjoy watching you build anything. You're pretty good. When did you get your new Taranis X7S? What happened to your XD9+? I think I saw that radio, X7S, on your first eagle now that I think about it. As always great vid.
Happy Holidays Jim! We have three Taranis'. I have been using the QX7S more lately because of the easy menu knob. I also have an X9D and my son has the X9D+. I have both eagles on the QX7S now. I also have some Specktrum radios like the DX8 and DX6i that have not got much use lately. Thanks for watching!
Always wondered, what size fuel line do you use? The odd model comes with some, but I'd like to use it on all my planes. I live in the UK, so a rough size in mm would be appreciated, cheers.
@@DaveMerc Cheers for the fast responce Dave. Would that 6mm size be the inner diameter? I've found some Silicolne tube 6x8mm. Do you reckon that would be about right, or is the 6mm the oiter diameter? So more 4x6mm?
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Great instructional build video series... I'm definitely going to get one of these kits...thank you ❤
Nice job on the build again. Never get boring watching your videos. Thank you.
Oh that's good! I was afraid the dreamy music would put you to sleep.
I know I've commented on the flying fickle finger of fate before but to tell you I love that thing is an understatement! I'm afraid that if I had that I would carry it around with me everywhere I went to include the doctor's office and grocery store.
Oh I remember that award now that you mention it. I will have to add some wings to the finger, lol
Whew! I was worried you were gonna fly it without us! haha - Wonder if the hawks will chase this one?
I've got you covered. This eagle should attract some birds if the winter weather doesn't blow them away.
Nice touch, strengthening with ply doublers. Only dislike is eschewing original electronics. Review should use what the average buyer would go with.
Dave as others said, great video, to the point and full of info! one question: why replace the v tail servos with metal gears while using the stock plastic servos for the ailerons?
Yeah... I was wondering the same thing. I would have switched the type of servos around. The larger surface Ailerons would apply more force to the servos.
Thanks for watching!
Question: Why stock servos on the wings but more expensive metal gear servos on the v-tail?
Answer: My experience has been that the RC Eagle will fly ok with one or none of the ailerons but if one of the v-tail servos fails it always ends badly. Therefore to save money I use the cheaper plastic gear servos on the ailerons.
Hi Dave,
a really great series ! !
I am currently building my large eagle as a pure glider (sharp spout instead of a bulky motor).
I will use this bird for slope soaring in the high Austrian Alps - true and real eagle environment !
My question: Where is your battery located; close to c.g. ?
Since flying without motor and prop I will have to replace their mass by a (smaller) battery alone - to be located towards / within the head.
Thanks for a brief comment on your battery location !
I just really enjoy watching you build anything. You're pretty good. When did you get your new Taranis X7S? What happened to your XD9+? I think I saw that radio, X7S, on your first eagle now that I think about it. As always great vid.
Happy Holidays Jim! We have three Taranis'. I have been using the QX7S more lately because of the easy menu knob. I also have an X9D and my son has the X9D+. I have both eagles on the QX7S now. I also have some Specktrum radios like the DX8 and DX6i that have not got much use lately. Thanks for watching!
@@DaveMerc Merry Christmas to you also, and a Happy New year.
Always wondered, what size fuel line do you use? The odd model comes with some, but I'd like to use it on all my planes. I live in the UK, so a rough size in mm would be appreciated, cheers.
The answer to that is 6.35mm OD or 1/4 inch OD fuel line hose is what I have been using to hold the clevises closed.
@@DaveMerc Cheers for the fast responce Dave. Would that 6mm size be the inner diameter? I've found some Silicolne tube 6x8mm. Do you reckon that would be about right, or is the 6mm the oiter diameter? So more 4x6mm?
6.35mm OD or 1/4 inch OD so it's probably the 4x6mm.
Superb video Dave. Question: Do you use V-tail in the initial model configuration on your taranis?
Thanks
No wasn't necessary to use it.
@@DaveMerc Thank you for your prompt replay.
Where can I get the same triple wire plug connector to connect the motor wires to the esc? I’m also using same stock motor for initial build
HobbyKing China is where I got them.
@@DaveMerc thank you sir! Really enjoy your channel. Happened to find it due to the DW eagle plane. Keep up the great work
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