Richard Harris Posted May 17, 2020 Author Share Posted May 17, 2020 Finally managed to get out with the Revolver 3 today after a few repairs and modifications due to damage cause by the prop sucking up the closed loop rudder wires I did grab a small amount of footage (sun was in the wrong position), a bit of tweaking needed but I am pleased with the result so far. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Dowell Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 Rich looks like you have a bit of a problem there ...I think that one of the blades has come off I see the first pic ..but no video just me I 'spose Chris... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 Congratulations Rich - it looks very stable. Video works okay for me Chris (on an iMac, at least). Trevor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Dowell Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 Just me ..I new that...………… always is... Chris... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted May 19, 2020 Author Share Posted May 19, 2020 I couldn't resist popping up to the field this evening as it went virtually flat calm, plenty of flights were had with the Revolver. I am pretty happy with the way it is flying now, I did grab some better footage so will eye that up tomorrow when I get chance. Always good when you take home all the models in one piece and every battery is flat. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted May 26, 2020 Author Share Posted May 26, 2020 A little more footage taken yesterday of the Revolver 3, this time fitted with the standard 3 blades. Handled the blustery conditions really well and I prefered it to the 2 blade configuration, as confidence grew I did tighter close in turns. Looking forward to taking it out in calmer conditions later in the week all being well. I will leave like this, however I am thinking that a larger version may be on the cards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Dowell Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 Rich...larger version?? did you not publish the larger version...?? Chris... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 I flew my Revolver 2 again yesterday (standard version, none of this daring 'look, no tail' stuff!). I'm happy with the setup once it's airborne but the takeoffs are still hairy. The takeoff run seems to continue well beyond the point where the rotors are up to speed. Then, when it does unstick, it rears up sharply. So far it has survived unscathed (I think I push both sticks fully forwards) but it is rather alarming. I'm wondering this is a technique failure on my part or whether there is a simple cause of this behaviour (too short a nosewheel perhaps?) TIA Trevor Edited By Trevor on 27/05/2020 08:18:19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Dowell Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 Trevor This is usually a symptom of the main wheels being to far to the rear of the model. It stops the model from pivoting. I have had the same problem on several models. When the model finally does come unstuck .it can be found to jumps into the air almost vertically and can be a handful. I would suggest that you bend the U/C to get the wheels further forward. Chris... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 Trevor, Could be your angle of attack when its on its wheels also, I prefer mine to be parallel or with the nose higher if at all possible. If its not quite right we tend to pull back on the rotors to which there is then a sudden pitch up, you will know when its right as the nose wheel will go light. If you watch my last video again you can just make out this before I commit to more power for the ROG. Easiest way to achieve this would be to fit a larger diameter nose wheel or spread out the rear UC a touch? Another reason could be that your thrust line is a tad high which may be keeping the nose wheel tight down until the lift overcomes this force. Either way its always best to try one thing at a time, would be interested to hear how you get on? Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 Thankyou both. As you say Rich, a bigger nosewheel would be the simplest mod to try, so I’ll report back when I’ve had a chance to try that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Webb (Steve Webb Models) Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 Posted by Richard Harris on 28/08/2019 21:08:32: Talking of videos here is the small amount of footage I captured of your first flight with an autogyro including the landing. Rich Hi Richard and Gyro Guys I really enjoyed this thread. I speed read in places, really enjoyed the video with (is it) David's first landing of his first Gyro flight. Such a super reaction to the flight. Its that 'first' landing feeling. It can't be beat. The first landing on the strip, the first with a Jet and the first indoors and so on. You just cant beat those feelings. I haven't seen you for a while Rich, I'm at home shielding. I didn't get much flying ( indoor) before the lock down and so I am suffering withdrawal now. Have you still got that little Diesel engine? You know the one... the little Mills. I just got myself a 050 Replica ED Racer from Alex Fin - Amazing. Take Care Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted May 28, 2020 Author Share Posted May 28, 2020 Hi Steve, Good to hear your safe, I still have the Mills but it hasn't flown this year as yet, I need to build a new model for it really. Have not long bought a 030 redfin for an up coming project, looks to be well made. Do yo still have the DAG? Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Graber Posted August 9, 2020 Share Posted August 9, 2020 I'm building your Revolver II in the USA. I cannot find any source for the glass filled sheets (1.5. 0.8, and 0.4 mm). Can you provide any suppliers? Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted August 9, 2020 Author Share Posted August 9, 2020 Gene, Have had chat with my friend over in the states and he uses Garolite G10 from McMaster- Carr HERE . Coolwind sell a set of CNC cut FB parts HERE and will ship worldwide I believe. Be sure to show us some photos of your Revolver when you get it done please? Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Graber Posted August 10, 2020 Share Posted August 10, 2020 Rich: thanks for the info. I ordered what I needed from Coolwind. I will send photos when done - it will be a while as I just started two weeks ago. Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Graber Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 Rich: I finally found your recommended servos online - had to buy from China. I cannot find the Turnigy motor you suggested anywhere. Which would be the better choice? E-flite Park 480 or E-flite Power 10? Both are heavier than the Turnigy. The Park 480 develops 275 watts, the Power 10 375 watts. Which would you recommend? Thanks. Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted August 14, 2020 Author Share Posted August 14, 2020 Gene, Always better to have power to hand, I will check how many watts my motors are pulling for a comparison. Gut instinct is swaying towards the extra power of the Power 10, but that also depends on the KV? Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Graber Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Power 10 has 1100 KV; Park 480 has 1020 KV. Thanks. Gene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 I wouldn't drop below 1100kv unless you are confident you have a suitable 3-blade prop available - the normal option of increasing prop size if you need a bit more power is not really available to you with this configuration! Trevor **LINK** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham L Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Hi Gene. I am using a dys 3530 10 1400 kv motor on a master 9x5 wood prop on my original beta built Revolver 2. Plenty of power and decent run time on a 2200 3s Lipo. Graham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham L Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Gene. Ps hobbyking stock the above motor under the Turnigy name. Graham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Graber Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 I've checked all the usual online sources and that motor is either on backorder or discontinued. Gene I'll go with the Power 10. The only negative is the added weight - +50 gms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham L Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Ok Gene but just did a quick search using DYS 3530 14 1400 kv and they are available on eBay and Banggood. Sorry but my phone won’t let me post a link. Graham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piers Bowlan Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 This would appear to be the same from the HobbyKing EU warehouse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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