Tom Ryall Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Hello all. Considering getting back in to RC aircraft after a 20 year break. With a young son growing up fast he could be the excuse I need to start getting a few things! Was thinking of going down the Acro Wot route but have been amazed at the advances in electric so now considering an electric version or even just a Foam E to get back in to it, along with something like a Spektrum DX6. Ebay is now being scanned regularly, but if there is anyone in Dorset who wants to make some space after Christmas and has some of the above stuff taking up space please shout! I will no doubt be picking brains on here when I can. Thanks, T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tom Ryall Posted January 3, 2017 Author Share Posted January 3, 2017 Thanks Percy - unfortunately the one I was after was sold by the bloke while we were mid conversation. There a few Wot4 Foam Es out there but I think I'd prefer an Acro Wot. The Tx market has certainly expanded! Equally going electric = chargers and seems to be an interesting subject! Time to learn! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 I did pretty much the same thing Tom, choice now is bewildering, so don't rush to buy owt purely on the sales pitch, ask questions first. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Welcome back Tom!! And Welcome to the forum. The electric powered Acro Wot is an excellent choice for a re-introduction. I have one - flys well, good endurance, excellent performance. What's not to like! BEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Ryall Posted January 3, 2017 Author Share Posted January 3, 2017 Thanks for your comments. The guy who sold the Acrowot also has a DX6 available which we were discussing. He wants £160 for that and a used Foam E Wot 4 with a battery. How does that sit? All I'd need is a Batt charger and I've been researching those on EBay..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ASH. Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Tom, I use genuine SKYRC iMax B6 charger/ discharger. Does the job fine for my needs. (Genuine has sticker with halogram on the base). Edited By ASH. on 04/01/2017 00:09:45 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Ryall Posted January 4, 2017 Author Share Posted January 4, 2017 That's pretty much what I was looking at. The Wot4 and DX6 come compete with 2 Lipo batteries and a charger for them. That sounds reasonable for £160 i.e. Something to get me going even if I'd prefer an Acro Wot...or should I hold on?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 wot 4 arguably even better for your purpose 😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Ryall Posted January 4, 2017 Author Share Posted January 4, 2017 Cheers Tim - why do you say that? More manoeuvrable/better handling at lower speeds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Fry Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Bit less twitchy for the first couple of dozen flights. As an aside, club members often have all sorts gathering dust in sheds. Tap them for bargains. Welcome back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 First, I would say avoid buying secondhand radio gear especially as new is so much cheaper now than 20 years ago. You never know what has happened to secondhand radios - crashed, left in the damp or just the odd rogue set. Unless you know the seller and seen what happens to his radio gear it is not really safe to buy for aircraft use ( any 2.4 ghz could could have been used in boats ) Second there are DX6 and DX6 - the number has been used on several diffferent models incuding the latest black one with 250 memories and wireless buddy system. But there is an older DX6 and a DX6i, some are only DSM2 and some DSMX so make sure what is being offered. Wot4 seems a better plane to restart flying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wright Stuff Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Hi Tom, What level were you at before you stopped the first time around? I'm sure it'll come back quite quickly after the first 3 or 4 flights! t's amazing what the brain retains. Good luck... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denis Watkins Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Hi Tom, it is a no brainer really, just do it, get back in gear. We have all met people at our clubs with the same story, and they are so pleased that they had the nerve to come back Edited By Denis Watkins on 04/01/2017 14:20:06 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tom Ryall Posted January 4, 2017 Author Share Posted January 4, 2017 Posted by kc on 04/01/2017 12:20:36: First, I would say avoid buying secondhand radio gear especially as new is so much cheaper now than 20 years ago. You never know what has happened to secondhand radios - crashed, left in the damp or just the odd rogue set. Unless you know the seller and seen what happens to his radio gear it is not really safe to buy for aircraft use ( any 2.4 ghz could could have been used in boats ) Second there are DX6 and DX6 - the number has been used on several diffferent models incuding the latest black one with 250 memories and wireless buddy system. But there is an older DX6 and a DX6i, some are only DSM2 and some DSMX so make sure what is being offered. Wot4 seems a better plane to restart flying. Thanks - I'm on a pretty tight budget so an all in package for £160 appeals but I recognise the point. I'm naturally a cynic but the bloke seems genuine....even if he did sell the Acro Wot I wanted! What level were you at before you stopped the first time around? I'm sure it'll come back quite quickly after the first 3 or 4 flights! t's amazing what the brain retains. I wouldn't pretend to be an expert but those years ago I'd happily throw my Wot4 around for few hours ata at time seeing what it could do. I'm not that phased (may be a mistake) by getting a Foam E and giving it a go. An open area where I can get it up and then spend the remainder of the battery (c.6-8mins?) getting a feel for it a height before bringing it down slowly and going around until attempting to meet the ground gently! That said both funds and time are tight with a young family and work and so I can't commit too much of either. She'll see straight through it when I say it's for the boy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcaddict Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Tom one good thing abot foamies are thet are easy and quick to repair but there not so good in the wind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Ryall Posted January 4, 2017 Author Share Posted January 4, 2017 Noted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Ryall Posted January 4, 2017 Author Share Posted January 4, 2017 Posted by kc on 04/01/2017 12:20:36: First, I would say avoid buying secondhand radio gear especially as new is so much cheaper now than 20 years ago. You never know what has happened to secondhand radios - crashed, left in the damp or just the odd rogue set. Unless you know the seller and seen what happens to his radio gear it is not really safe to buy for aircraft use ( any 2.4 ghz could could have been used in boats ) Second there are DX6 and DX6 - the number has been used on several diffferent models incuding the latest black one with 250 memories and wireless buddy system. But there is an older DX6 and a DX6i, some are only DSM2 and some DSMX so make sure what is being offered. Wot4 seems a better plane to restart flying. This is now my main concern. The radio appears to be a later DX6 and according to the vendor has never had any issues unbinding which I think can be an issue having spoken to a few people at a local club on Saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Looks to be around 1/2 price ish for the gear, which is pretty much the norm ? no guarantees but you know the ropes and how to give it a thorough check over...life's to short to think everyone's out to stitch you up John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denis Watkins Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Tom, in fairness to any radio binding issues, I believe that should be completed at home in quieter climates. When I have witnessed "issues", it is rebinding at the field, with another half dozen chaps switched on tuning and some flying. I know 2.4gig should surmount this problem, but try binding at an indoor even with 12 guys in the air, and you will soon need to move some distance away. I am not convinced that some sets have " binding issues" , I believe it is just operator issues. Do not be put off Any manufacturer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Ryall Posted January 4, 2017 Author Share Posted January 4, 2017 Posted by john stones 1 on 04/01/2017 16:19:34: Looks to be around 1/2 price ish for the gear, which is pretty much the norm ? no guarantees but you know the ropes and how to give it a thorough check over...life's to short to think everyone's out to stitch you up John My kit was a lot simpler 20 years ago. I may just give it a bash and then worry about explaining it to the family..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Current model DX6 is black and has 250 model memories ( compared to 10 memories on old silver/grey models) they sell new for about 165 pounds and for that they come with genuine Spektrum DSMX Rx. but no servos. I suppose the Wot4 if it comes with motor, servos and radio etc makes it seem worth the price, but only if the radio is in first class working order. Also check it has a Rx that is DSMX compatible. .( DSM2 only types of Rx won't bind with latest Tx sold now) So the question I would ask is is why is the man selling his DX6 if it's all good equip? There may be a good reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Check the nicads still work on your old gear. The cost of buying new Nicads for Tx and Rx of an old 35mhz set comes rather near to cost of new 2.4 ghz radio! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken anderson. Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 welcome back from me Tom...I wouldn't but 2nd hand stuff unless I knew the seller...... too many hook's knocking around today..... you want 100% reliable gear...buy brand new to get you going.. ken Anderson...ne...1 welcome/hook's dept. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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