electrotor

I bought my first Digifleet set (XP/FM) in 1986 during a visit to the shop. After some discussion with Derek about what would best meet my requirements he handed me an empty box and let me pack it with all the bits I wanted from the bins and trays of parts. During this time a customer came in with a servo problem i seem to recall, and had it fixed on the spot, by Ernie I think, at no cost. Where else would you get service like that these days? Any queries I had later were always answered very promptly and the turnaround time was spectacularly fast. It is quite easy to use other manufacturers servos on a Digifleet receiver. The pins are all 0.1" spacing and you simply swap them around. Using Digifleet servos with other receivers really requires a change of plug because the Digifleet plug (AMP type and still available) is chunkier and has two guides for correct orientation. In its day the Fleet gear was way ahead of the Far East plastic stuff, which was styled like ghetto blasters. I too have an Omega, along with several other Digifleet sets, and only changed to JR because of the lack of a screen to set up models. Lippeats bought over Fleet and after initially continuing to supply some items, the Digifleet name slipped away quietly. Before Derek passed away he put together a compatibility list for use when mixing and matching with other manufacturers gear. I still have this if there is any interest.

Here's a couple of useful videos if you are considering a Heron or comparing it to a Solius.       Edited By Pete B - Moderator on 26/05/2015 15:59:03

BEB, Tony Bennett, Martin Harris, Martyn K Please be aware that there are other model flying organisations besides the BMFA who might better represent their members in their particular special interest. They too are recognised by the CAA.

Sorry Tim, each Forum seems to have it's own quirks and I didn't spot the link button. I'll remember for the next time. There's no edit button available for me to do it retrospectively though.   BTW please get my name right.Edited By electrotor on 30/10/2010 22:59:28

Posted by James M on 29/10/2010 17:05:52: Hi electrotor   What motor did you end up using ??   This one from Giantcod.   Not only did I ream out the foam in the nose, but I rerouted the motor wires out and under, avoiding any possiblity of them rubbing against the motor. This possibility is mentioned in Julian's review.   Here's a link to some build photos.    Edited By electrotor on 30/10/2010 17:08:58 Edited By Tim Mackey - Administrator on 30/10/2010 23:09:19

I too have one of these models and have enjoyed flying it. Whilst I would generally agree with Julian Beckett''s review I think it should have more than alluded to one of the fundamental flaws with this model. If you follow the instructions you will glue on the nose moulding/motor mount thus making it difficult to remove the motor. You may then think that you might be able to remove the motor via the battery hatch. That''s the second major flaw - the hatch is too narrow. What were Multiplex thinking about? On my model I reamed out the nose internally, reinforced it with thin ply doublers and glasscloth and made the nose/motor mount removable by using 2 screws and blind nuts. For what you get the airframe kit is rather expensive. For what you get the tuning kit is ridiculously expensive. I tried sourcing the motor elswhere but was not prepared to fork out more than £30 for a low power brushless motor with a 2mm diam. shaft (easily bent so you might want it removable). I ended up getting a much more powerful motor with a 3mm diam shaft for a third of the price. Again what were Multiplex thinking about? After the Twinstar I am somewhat disappointed with this model. It is not good value for money and has major design flaws.Edited By electrotor on 29/10/2010 16:49:26

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