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    August 2014 Update: New Version Available This is a major revision of the manual which has now over 100 pages of information. In addition, as a result of numerous requests it now include the 6 different 9Z LCD button templates to repair or customise your 9 ZAP, WC1 or WC2 LCD buttons now that these Futaba parts are no longer available. Version 4 Release 6 is now available to download from http://www.jamesandtracy.co.uk/howto/RC.htm And thanks to all who continue to donate to support this guide - it all helps to keep things going! Enjoy guys Edited By James Y on 05/08/2014 19:38:10
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    Well you asked for it - and I had a quiet period at work today, so.... Building instructions and decals for the Voodoo QX in a PDF booklet can be downloaded from my website through the link below: Voodoo QX 4ch RC Micro Slope Soarer – download simple building instructions Have fun - it is super addictive!
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    Posted by Bill_B on 11/04/2014 16:59:30: Looks interesting, is it a converted EDF kit, or is it kitted purely as a slope soarer? Could do with some more info please. Nothing so high tech or complex! It's a £7 EPO free flight foam glider in its original form - the Estes Falcon. I got mine from my LMS, but you can get them anywhere: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Estes-4011-Falcon-Glider/dp/B0084JTDFW Like I said, all up it's about £15 to make and the mods are really quick. I carbon stripped mine and then glass skinned it with an 2*HK sheet which cost £1 and some resin (but you could PU varnish it). It comes out unbelievably stiff - about the same as my DLG and with around the same weight as my Alula. Thats with 4 servos, a 4ch full range 2.4Ghz Rx (I'll never use the range!) a battery and a lost model! All the RC kit is internal as there's enough room so it looks good too. Yeah I'll try and grab a vid, but I usually end up flying alone these days due to the odd hours I get available. That photo in flight was taken with one hand while flying with the other - not easy with this thing! There is this vid of a conversion to electric and TBH the performance is very similar (although the guy has left the dihedral in which I removed in my Voodoo version). I may well get another and do a electric version of the "Voodoo": **LINK** I'm working on a car at present, but when I get a moment I'll dig out some more photos and do a write up on the mods and installation process if you're interested.       Edited By James Y on 11/04/2014 19:38:04
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    So I haven't been getting much slope action over the past few years because of the "growing" family. So the last couple of weeks I thought I'd try something different - a micro PSS - whack it in the boot, leave it there for the opportunity, that sort of thing. Only cost £15 all up to finish + some micro gear I had lying around, so I thought what have I got to loose? So yesterday I trimmed it on the flat (trimmed-ish as it is way too fast/whippy to chuck glide trim properly) and took it to the slope. There is certainly a knack to flying this little beasty - you need to really wang it past the slope edge turbulence and get it out fast with rates really, really low. I ended up with 30% travel and 60% expo. Once you're out though - woosh, it's like a super powered gnat. Take the rates off and the adrenaline rush is massive. Add in the taileron mixer to the normal flapperons and its darn near too fast - I whacked it into the ground at full speed 3 times without damage (I guess because of the size) - last two crashes the nose ended up burying itself to the canopy like a spear. This one is going to need some getting used to, but sooo much fun in trying! Edited By James Y on 11/04/2014 15:44:56
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    Cool - and no need for thanks as the more the merrier - it adds a whole new dimension to flying fun - not to mention all the cars/people etc. that stop to find out what the UFO is - nothing like hearing the far off cry on a still night of "Dad! Come quick! There's aliens on the common"! Makes me smile every time....
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    I've noticed the night flying brotherhood is getting thin in my area - not much new blood around! So here's something to convince you to give it a go - it only costs £15 to convert a plane and takes a few hours at most. **LINK** The guide above shows you how to set up a plane for flying at night and came about because a mate asked me how to do it as he couldn't find any real information around. (Perhaps that's why numbers are dropping? ) Anyway Night Flying is massive fun and cheap to do - it also extends your flying time after work. So now the nights are warmer and drawing out, go on - give night flying a go! QX
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    I know this is old and probably solved now, but for others who may find themselves asking the same question "is my 9c module compatible with my 9z?": First off Futaba do say "You can use your 9Z module in your 9c, but you can't use your 9C module in your 9Z" However.... The circuit diagrams are functionally identical, although some components in the 9Z module appear to be of better quality. Also having put my 9C module in my 9Z and analysed the output, there does not appear to be a difference. Further, followng that I flew with my 9C module in my 9Z for 2 years without an issue. So from my experience, yep, you can use your 9C in your 9Z, despite what Futaba say. Although I haven't looked into it, I wonder whether the reason Futaba say you can't is down to a certification issue given the relative ages of the two sets. If this is the case, although technically illegal, using a 9C module in a 9Z would be perfectly safe. As a new Futaba 9Z owner you may also find my service and repair manual useful as it explains all the hacks and service procedures for this radio (as well as the above). Download it from my site here: www.jamesandtracy.co.uk - RC guides     Edited By James Y on 20/12/2013 08:32:28 Edited By James Y on 20/12/2013 09:09:34
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    Posted by Martin Harris on 29/04/2013 22:28:19: Looks interesting but it doesn't look like it will support the slightly different format used on the 10C - or am I (hopefully!) wrong? It should backup any Campac enabled radio, including the 10C, as it simply uses the 16K and 64K Campac protocols. Some of the 'features' may not work (like model rename), but I can't see why as the header data pattern is consistent across all radios, it's only the model data "inbetween" the header and footer data that is different. You'll find an option to load any backed up CAMPAC file beyond the standard listed on the interface under the heading "other" I think. These backed up files can be loaded in Notepad and edited as they are simply Hex representations of ASCII for model names etc.
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    Hi guys, I keep on getting emails on my site about where to download Toolpac - for those that don't know this is basically a simple DIY tool for backing up Futaba Campac's and their aftermarket clones. Anyhoo, it appears that Pierre's site no longer works and obviously hasn't for some time. So, not that I'm fed up with writing emails or anything , but I've whacked Toolpac up on my site and you can download it there, along with details on how to convert it to USB - the link is below: Download Toolpac - http://www.jamesandtracy.co.uk/howto/RC.htm I didn't have anything to do with developing this brilliant little piece of software and hardware, all credit to Pierre, especially considering that after all this time I get 1-3 emails every week asking where to find it or if I have a copy! James
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    Guys, I need your help. Over the next few months I'm going to update the manual for 2013 as there is some more useful stuff to add that has come into my hands (thanks all). If there's anything you want in the manual that's not already there - nows the time to shout it out. Likewise, if you have any info that isn't in the manual, please let me know - PM's OK or via this link is best for a faster response. Happy trails James
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    You need to register and login before you'll see the reduced price - in this case it takes the price for the lipo down from £7 to about £6.50 I think.
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    Buddy codes for Lipo, ESC, LED strips, Brushless motor & a prop. These are only for the UK store AFAIA. For those that don't know just use the link below each item to get the discount. You have 14 days to use them....mmm...xmas D2822/14 Brushless Outrunner 1450kv (UK Warehouse) http://www.hobbyking.com/buddy.asp?code=522D9948-649B-4744-AE6F-A58E8F848D77   Turnigy High Density R/C LED Flexible Strip-Blue (1mtr) (UK Warehouse) http://www.hobbyking.com/buddy.asp?code=0496E516-8809-4893-81C8-9E43F49F0054   Turnigy High Density R/C LED Flexible Strip-Red (1mtr) (UK Warehouse) http://www.hobbyking.com/buddy.asp?code=10561A79-3492-4DED-82B5-FD4709955B9C   JM 6x4 /152.5x102mm propeller (2pc/bag) (UK Warehouse) http://www.hobbyking.com/buddy.asp?code=B671AE97-1E34-4279-805E-B146EE50BA2A   Hobbyking SS Series 18-20A ESC (UK Warehouse) http://www.hobbyking.com/buddy.asp?code=AD50C7D0-8CB6-41A8-AC68-0679DB269E26   Turnigy 1800mAh 3S 20C Lipo Pack (UK Warehouse) http://www.hobbyking.com/buddy.asp?code=791AF05E-FD45-49C1-B1DC-F5176E9FC65F   Enjoy Edited By James Y on 14/12/2012 17:13:36 Edited By James Y on 14/12/2012 17:18:12 Edited By James Y on 14/12/2012 17:25:12
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    Since HK UK went online I've noticed a few things happening - actually even before they arrived. Those low end internet retailers are merging for good or bad, to get better buying power I imagine - GiantCod went to HS, I now notice RobotBirds is merging with BRC etc. This was where price was king, and service not a top priority, so I'm pretty happy to see HK driving price down further....possibly with customer service too, but hey, that's all in the buying experience from this end of the market. But what's really great is the unexpected return of the local model shop... it may only be my end of the country but I've seen 2 open in recent years (or re-open). Both are now thriving and neither concentrates on web sales, just (superb) high end customer service - you pay the price at the till, but for some purchases that's worth it! Let's hope that's a sign of things to come - two tier market maybe ?
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    Finally it's finished! Yet to maiden due to the recent winds, but she looks cracking! AuW is 7.4oz (210g)....nice :D
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    The photos really don't do Paul's design justice!
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    Ah good old CRB - I've had to put peeps through this at work, just to get kids in for work experience so I know it can be a pain. That actually makes a lot of sense as the club's a good one, taught me to fly at about the same age and is very friendly. For me club's are about the sport, not about the competitions. The major thing about the sport in our area is that we need new blood - recently I was always one of the youngest on the slopes at 30yrs old, but when I was starting out there were 3-4 kids my age. Hence, when Clubs are no longer accepting junior members, they lose their relevance for me. I'd hate to still be one of the youngest when I'm 70 fighting to keep sites open with a dwindling number of members and a dying hobby. It so beats the Wii, there should be youngsters everywhere! I'll check things out again - it sounds promising that things may have changed!
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    Nor me mate. Before my son was born, a lad of 10 with his mum did the usual thing of cornering me after a flying session. You kind of expect it, but these guys came back the next weekend and the next - so I sent them along to the club, and that was when I found out. So, I taught the lad to fly and he's still going strong at it now 5 years later. Anyway, I did not renew my membership because of the policy as it seemed counter productive (speaking as someone who's had to duck several times because of "first timers" without supervision). So I've been a clubless nomad ever since However, That was some time ago though so they may have changed things and I'm now talking out of turn.
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    Once in a while one of those perfect slope days comes along - now don't get me wrong, I love riding the storm with a lead sled, but for me "Perfect slope" is when the wind's a whisper, the sun's shining and blue sky's stretch to the horison! I'm teaching my lad to fly and today was "perfect", especially for an over-enthusiastic 4 year old. No peeps, no other aircraft to worry about when teaching, wind was a whisper with true blue skys and sun.  First shot I'm flying, second it's my son flying - he's getting pretty good. Make's me wonder why my local club won't do under 16s, we need "properly trained" new blood on our slopes...oh well. Autumn slope day's, I love them - "Alula up!" Edited By James Y on 07/10/2012 21:21:49 Edited By David Ashby - RCME on 08/10/2012 07:45:39
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    Cool - understood mate. Rather than write that all again, for those that want to know how the build turned out please check on my site here: The FireFly DLG - build notes and photos or here for a running commentary: The RCG thread Currently the FireFly looks to be coming in at 7.2oz - I'll add a review of how it flys when I maiden Edited By James Y on 03/10/2012 10:12:45
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