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KeithT · 11-23-2008, 10:41 AM

Ok thanks for the tips guys - I've been working on fine adjustments of gain/trim and it seems to be getting better. The dealers here in the Uk seemed to be comfortable with running a stock motor set up with the 11.1v lipos. I had weight issues with the 7.4 after I upgraded to the stronger skids (I figured it was cheaper in the long run than constantly smashing the stock skids) but the 3s has given me loadsa lift

It won't be cheaper if I keep burning motors though I'll face that if I have to and perhaps replace the originals with something stronger

In the meantime, I'm now training on one of the micro helis - the buzz fly. Boy is that thing whippy - I'm getting on much faster and then when I go back to the HB - seems so much slower I've made huge progress in just a few days. Still can only hover, but working on bringing the nose round 30 degrees each way.

Having loadsa fun

Keith

Beachcomber · 02-05-2009, 04:47 PM

Ok, so what we have here is a perfect example of the problem us beginners have trying to "break" into this hobby.
-Warpspeed says you just need more practice. Which means the heli if fine, it's just you stupid.
-Damyxz says more flybar weights. I've tried that and failed.
-JustPlane says just the opposite, less flybar weights. So, which is it?

This is not rocket science fellows. There must be an answer to the guy's question.

Actually I think it's a plot by those who can fly, to prevent anyone who can't from learning.

In spite of what most of you say, CRASHING SHOULD NOT BE NORMAL, if we could get some reliable advice!!

The Manufacturers are no help at all. Some of the Dealers try to help but are overwhelmed with the number of requests for help. My area has no local Hobby Store and I can't find anyone (club or otherwise) to help.

warpspeed · 02-05-2009, 05:06 PM

Hold on buddy. I NEVER called anyone stupid. The fact of the matter is flying these things requires an inordinate amount of practice, period the end. Crashing is inevitable, part of the process, and happens to the best pilots out there. "The guy" got an answer, the thread was left for dead.

Next time you decide to put words in someone's mouth.........THINK!

247rememberme · 02-06-2009, 04:16 PM

don`t worry about it ,perfectly normal.when you`re first starting out all movements on the sticks are over exaggerated;fact!the hbfp is a great starter heli

Jetskeeter · 02-06-2009, 10:57 PM

another thing to check is the blade balance. mine was acting the same way and the blades were not equal weight. one was a lot heavier than the other and I had to put a lot of tape on the lighter blade. I just balanced them using the 2 drinking glass method. it was a lot more stable once the blades were better balanced.

02-05-2009, 05:06 PM	#23 (permalink)
warpspeed Team Tostada Member Join Date: Dec 2006	Hold on buddy. I NEVER called anyone stupid. The fact of the matter is flying these things requires an inordinate amount of practice, period the end. Crashing is inevitable, part of the process, and happens to the best pilots out there. "The guy" got an answer, the thread was left for dead. Next time you decide to put words in someone's mouth.........THINK! __________________ The name's Doug. I carry a gun 'cuz a cop is too heavy

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11-23-2008, 10:41 AM	#21 (permalink)
KeithT Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2008	Ok thanks for the tips guys - I've been working on fine adjustments of gain/trim and it seems to be getting better. The dealers here in the Uk seemed to be comfortable with running a stock motor set up with the 11.1v lipos. I had weight issues with the 7.4 after I upgraded to the stronger skids (I figured it was cheaper in the long run than constantly smashing the stock skids) but the 3s has given me loadsa lift It won't be cheaper if I keep burning motors though I'll face that if I have to and perhaps replace the originals with something stronger In the meantime, I'm now training on one of the micro helis - the buzz fly. Boy is that thing whippy - I'm getting on much faster and then when I go back to the HB - seems so much slower I've made huge progress in just a few days. Still can only hover, but working on bringing the nose round 30 degrees each way. Having loadsa fun Keith

02-05-2009, 04:47 PM	#22 (permalink)
Beachcomber Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2009	Ok, so what we have here is a perfect example of the problem us beginners have trying to "break" into this hobby. -Warpspeed says you just need more practice. Which means the heli if fine, it's just you stupid. -Damyxz says more flybar weights. I've tried that and failed. -JustPlane says just the opposite, less flybar weights. So, which is it? This is not rocket science fellows. There must be an answer to the guy's question. Actually I think it's a plot by those who can fly, to prevent anyone who can't from learning. In spite of what most of you say, CRASHING SHOULD NOT BE NORMAL, if we could get some reliable advice!! The Manufacturers are no help at all. Some of the Dealers try to help but are overwhelmed with the number of requests for help. My area has no local Hobby Store and I can't find anyone (club or otherwise) to help.

02-06-2009, 04:16 PM	#24 (permalink)
247rememberme Registered Users Join Date: Feb 2009	don`t worry about it ,perfectly normal.when you`re first starting out all movements on the sticks are over exaggerated;fact!the hbfp is a great starter heli

02-06-2009, 10:57 PM	#25 (permalink)
Jetskeeter Registered Users Join Date: Jun 2007	another thing to check is the blade balance. mine was acting the same way and the blades were not equal weight. one was a lot heavier than the other and I had to put a lot of tape on the lighter blade. I just balanced them using the 2 drinking glass method. it was a lot more stable once the blades were better balanced.

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