RC Helicopter Fun.com's Day 3 flying lesson goes over ground movement exercises and teaches the basic control fundamentals for a collective pitch RC helicopter before hovering.
Let's take a look at E Sky's new 150 V2 micro fixed pitch ready to fly RC helicopter. From unboxing and a close look at the mechanical layout; to first flight, and overall thoughts. This little heli is touted by many to be one of the best micro FP machines on the market right now, especially considering the low cost. Do I agree? You'll have to watch ;-)
Get Your Esky 150 V2 @ Banggood:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/G3mDvmpnYE
Get Your Esky 150 V2 @ Zonda Hobby:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/173749025035
Here's my full review of this heli on my website for even more detailed information: https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/esky-150-v2.html
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Performing a Porsche Boxster oil change (with filter change) is one of the easiest DIY maintenance items you can do on your Boxster which saves a good deal of money. This video clearly shows the process along with other little tips.
Here are links to some of the tools and Porsche Boxster oil change parts you'll need for your Boxster 986 oil & filter change:
-Oil filter: https://amzn.to/31oHNSd
-Drain plug washer: https://amzn.to/3baizex
- Oil filter wrench: https://amzn.to/2OmSDCT
- Oil Catch Basin: https://amzn.to/2vQ7Ndq
- 8mm Hex Socket 3/8" drive: https://amzn.to/2RYRHqz
- Floor creeper: https://amzn.to/3153g2O
Links to my other Boxster DIY Maintenance Videos:
-How to lift your Porsche Boxster: https://youtu.be/fDA-qI5HsIU
-Changing/flushing the brake fluid: https://youtu.be/1abUC2f_Joc
-Changing the coolant: https://youtu.be/_79YWwJDrz4
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting RCHelicopterFun.com & my channel which helps me keep creating content.
This video is for information and entertainment purposes only. You work on vehicles at your own risk.
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RC Helicopter Fun.com's Day 9 flying lesson takes all the skills you learned from days 6 - 8 and combines them to teach you how to fly the basic figure-8 circuit. Stall turns are introduced and the dangers encountered when descending too quickly in the helicopter's downwash.
See Full Day 9 Lesson Plan On My Site: https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/flying-rc-helicopters.html
Not sure how to setup a collective pitch RC helicopter for learning on? Take a look at my setup & tips ebook:
https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/rc-helicopter-tips.html
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How to maintain riding mower yourself with these simple DIY steps. If you want to know how to change the oil in your riding mower along with other riding mower service items such what parts to inspect & replace & what to lubrication on your lawn tractor, we'll cover all that.
Yearly riding mower maintenance is easy, is fun, and most importantly, it will save you time & money. Moreover, you'll have the satisfaction you did it yourself and that your riding mower service was done right! Not rushed through a busy flat rate shop or butchered by some apprentice suffering from a hangover. Yep, I worked in a flat rate dealership and know what went on behind the scenes. It's why I insist on doing all my own service maintenance on all our vehicles & power equipment.
Riding mower service steps time index:
1. Parts you'll need to service your riding mower (1:03)
2. Draining the engine oil (2:00)
3. Air filter inspection (3:12)
4. Fuel filter inspection (4:04)
5. Checking the battery (4:57)
6. Riding mower Oil filter removal & replacement (5:20)
7. Filling the engine oil (7:10)
8. Spark plug inspection (8:26)
9. Confirming oil level (10:07)
10. Headlamp inspection (10:55)
11. Greasing & lubricating your riding mower (11:03)
12. Checking tire pressures (15:09)
13. Quick wiring inspection (15:44)
Part 2 of how to maintain riding mower service (the mower deck), covers mower deck removal, inspection, belt replacement, blade sharpening, & more in this video:
https://youtu.be/aB516AI87hU
Surging riding mower engine easy fix video:
https://youtu.be/eaCIvpFy7To
Squeaky riding mower rear wheels fix video:
https://youtu.be/ZeUiI-bLNqM
Riding mower mulching blades review video:
https://youtu.be/4pPwukRiKe8
Riding mower LED headlamp conversion video:
https://youtu.be/jvrWFeOE1y4
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Flywing H1 setup tutorial to help you understand and configure your Fly Wing H1 GPS autopilot system. Topics covered include:
- What tools & resources you'll need: 0:26
- Downloading the software and driver from Flywing's website: 3:24
- Helicopter mounting & powering considerations for the H1 Autopilot system: 0:34
- The H1 setup assistant, USB connectivity, channel mapping & radio configuration: 4:20
- Swashplate setup & leveling, collective range, tail rotor setup: 13:12
- Gains, throttle output, agility, GPS settings, etc: 24:30
- Magnetometer calibration: 29:01
- First test flight: 29:57
Useful Links:
1. Fly Wing H1 RC Helicopter GPS Flight Control System:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/vv3hYQu3g8
2. Fly Wing RC Software & Instructions download page:
https://www.flywingrc.com/en/software-en/
3. My Fly Wing H1 Autopilot Review:
https://youtu.be/taNEI680-68
4. My Swashplate Setup, Leveling & FBL Configuration eBook:
https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/swashplate-setup.html
5. Learn more about RC Helicopter Tools:
https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/rc-helicopter-tools.html
6. My tail rotor setup tutorial video:
https://youtu.be/eX3SCj8r-zk
Common questions answered:
- What FrSky S-Bus RX are you using with the H1? Answer: X4R-SB
- What is DMA Collective? Answer: It's collective to tail rotor pre-compensation mixing.
- Will the Flywing H1 work with a Spektrum/JR DSM TX? Answer: Yes with a Spektrum RX that has PPM output such as the AR7700. Channel mapping is wrong as well since the H1 uses Futaba channel mapping (AETR) not Spektrum/JR mapping (TAER) requiring some creative mix programming.
- Were you able to get rid of the cyclic pitch oscillation from the review video? Answer: Yes, but it's a compromised gain setting. Fly Wing at minimum MUST separate the two axis of cyclic gain to give us better tuneability. This is a helicopter after all with different mass and inertia components along the roll and pitch axis, not a simple quadcopter.
- Even though I cover this in detail in the video as do the instructions, I'm still getting questions on channel mapping order. The H1 uses Futaba channel mapping. CH1 Aileron, CH2 Elevator, CH3 Throttle (collective function for the H1), and CH4 Tail Rotor. No, this order can't be changed within the unit. You also need two, 3 position toggles you can assign CHs 5 & 8 to, and two, 2 position toggles to assign CH's 7 & 9 to.
- So it only works with HV servos? Answer: NO. That's the best "plug and play" option but not the only option. Anyone in the hobby should know there are several ways to power servos at lower voltages independent of the receiver's/FBL/control unit's input voltage. Installing rectifying diodes such as HER 503 in series to each servo's power input lead for example would be the least
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Wondering how to change a LiPo Connector? If so, here's my quick and safe method with tips to get the best results.
This example is shows changing the connector on a LiPo battery, which is usually the most difficult due to the high short protentional if you don't know what you're doing; but the same process would be followed if you have to change the LiPo connector on an ESC / similar.
Time Chapter Index:
0:00 Intro
1:54 Removing Old Connector
3:59 Soldering Tools Used
5:40 Soldering Tips & Tricks
6:42 Fitting New LiPo Connector
12:42 Conclusion
Link to my RC Connector page:
https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/rc-battery-connector.html
Link to my RC Soldering For Beginners page:
https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/rc-soldering.html
Product Links:
Weller 9400 Soldering Gun
https://amzn.to/3M5TuFP
T12 Soldering Station
https://amzn.to/3FkC58E
D4 T12 Soldering Tip
https://amzn.to/3QkCpua
Kester 44 60/40 Rosin Core Solder
https://amzn.to/3FnlIby
XT90 Connector Set
https://amzn.to/45yvQsj
Gens Ace LiPo Batteries
https://www.buddyrc.com/collections/gens-ace-batteries?ref=-ptdbz6d-llb
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Thank you for supporting RC Helicopter Fun.com & my channel which helps me keep creating content & showing fun projects like this. Please consider giving a thumbs up & subscribe if you enjoy the content - thank you & thanks for watching :)
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A couple quick ideas to fix the tight T12 soldering tip and iron holder issues on the KSGER T12 Aluminum FX9501 soldering iron handle.
1. Original T12 Aluminum FX9501 Handle Review:
https://youtu.be/BotH7s2TGYc
2. Pre-Built KSGER T12 Aluminum FX9501 Handle:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/mmvKVp7Ba4
3. DIY Kit KSGER T12 Aluminum FX9501 Handle:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/vvDKOqsWCF
4. KSGER T12 Soldering Station:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/GDKDEw6B1K
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting RCHelicopterFun.com & my channel which helps me keep creating content.
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This video demonstrates how to solder EC3 connectors as well as remove the pins afterward. The same procedures can be used on EC5 & EC2 connectors.
Need more RC connector & soldering help? Visit my RC LiPo connector page:
https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/rc-lipo-battery-connector.html
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Detailed review of XK's K123 scale AS350 micro collective pitch RC helicopter; including unboxing, inspection, binding, setup & flying.
If you're looking for a micro sized, brushless, highly detailed scale collective pitch RC helicopter to conveniently fly in your yard or at the indoor club fun fly, the K123 is worth consideration.
Efficiency and weight are not its strong points, but can be overlooked if your primary goal is a nice scale RC heli flying experience in a small package for around $100 USD. A very good value.
Products Links Below...
1. XK K123 RTF or BNF with 4 LiPo packs from Banggood:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/3mKvLNc6qt
2. XK K123 BNF Kit with one Lipo pack from Banggood:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/mmK3OQWgqr
3. XK K123 RTF kit from Amazon:
https://amzn.to/30ZBfY9
4. XK K123 BNF kit from Amazon:
https://amzn.to/2nySfqB
5. How to Setup Collective Pitch RC Helicopters:
https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/rc-helicopter-tips.html
6. KX K123 kits with 4 LiPo packs:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/3mKvLNc6qt
7. 1S 3.7V 500mAh LiPo pack:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/vKm3jnpB7d
8. XK K123 Tail Motor:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/3mKGoNWBM3
9. 4 LiPo pack set with 4 port USB charger from Amazon:
https://amzn.to/2ZKaBlH
10. Collective Pitch RC Helicopter Setup:
https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/rc-helicopter-tips.html
11. My full detailed XK K123 review on my website:
https://www.rchelicopterfun.com/xk-k123.html
Common questions/comments addressed:
1. What radio are you using in the video? FrSky Horus X12S.
2. Correction. The bars on the boom are not "step plates" as I mistakenly say in the video, they are VOR antennas (balanced loop VOR antennas to be exact).
3. What's the current price? Click on the above links in the description to find current pricing at Banggood & Amazon for both the BNF & RTF versions.
4. Is this a hobby grade RC helicopter? Yes - you can get replacement parts for it.
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting RCHelicopterFun.com & my channel which helps me keep creating content.
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