Search results

  1. H

    A Noob’s MultiRotor Objectives - Opinions?

    You know, on second thought I may stick with Spectrum . . . why have two different styles of idiocy pulling at me? Seriously.
  2. H

    A Noob’s MultiRotor Objectives - Opinions?

    See, I did some technical writing in my day, and when they can't adequately describe their product I lose patience real fast. Thank goodness for internet colleagues. Anyway, so now a $300 new radio is driving me even more to an F450. lol
  3. H

    A Noob’s MultiRotor Objectives - Opinions?

    Dang! Well if I HAVE to I would likely lean toward a Futaba 8 channel, because I was (am) not impressed with Spectrum's ability to explain their radios' capabilities. The information is detailed, yes, but not necessarily complex or difficult, so what's so hard about explaining it to people . ...
  4. H

    A Noob’s MultiRotor Objectives - Opinions?

    Thanks Electro2. Next question: Is an 8 channel radio really necessary? I have a DX6i that I was hoping to use. Another Q: Are the F450 and F550 comparable in stability?
  5. H

    A Noob’s MultiRotor Objectives - Opinions?

    Thanks for the replies, gentlemen. So I'm understanding an F450 will be just fine for my intended payload, maybe just a little cramped for space with the FPV system. And I like the portability consideration, hadn't thought of that. Now a couple more questions . . . The KV value of motors...
  6. H

    A Noob’s MultiRotor Objectives - Opinions?

    Greetings gentlemen. I’m looking to soon pull the trigger on a DJI 450 quad but have not yet ruled out the 550. I’d rather do a 450 for the fact of having 2 fewer motors and props to possibly fail . . . call me cynical. As well, the expense would be slightly cheaper, but frankly the 550...
  7. H

    Greetings From NY

    Hey guys, how's it going! Noob here, been practicing with my QR Ladybird mini-quad (about a week) in preparation for getting a 450 or 550 DJI system. Been lurking for about 6 weeks or so, soaking up info. I'll give notice and seek opinions when I'm ready to pull the trigger on a system...
Top