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Forum: RC Jets
02-16-2023, 05:35 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

I have had several of these LGCs on JP and...

I have had several of these LGCs on JP and Electron gear. All you would need to change is the motor current limits. I assume you have an LGC that allows you to change the current limits (i.e. not...
Forum: RC Jets
12-31-2022, 06:59 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

In the past, I too struggled with not having...

In the past, I too struggled with not having enough channels for running the jets. Then one day, I figured out that given the cost of the plane, why was I froggin' around with the less capable...
Forum: RC Jets
12-30-2022, 09:12 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

1. It is NOT good to have two gyros working on...

1. It is NOT good to have two gyros working on one device. While you may get them to work together, it is highly possible that they may fight each other. Rule of thumb is to NOT have two gyros...
Forum: RC Jets
12-30-2022, 06:08 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

If it worked OK 40 times on the bench since you...

If it worked OK 40 times on the bench since you had the issue, then I would say it is working. Maybe they brakes have the metal disks and there was some lube or preservative on there that got burned...
Forum: RC Jets
12-29-2022, 07:22 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

Electric brake systems are complex. However,...

Electric brake systems are complex. However, overall, they are by far superior to air systems. I have had several of both types. You don't have to grease electric brakes, you do not have to worry...
Forum: RC Jets
12-29-2022, 06:52 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

A brake's electro-magnet could fail. However, it...

A brake's electro-magnet could fail. However, it is unlikely that both would fail at the same time. You did NOT mention if the when the brakes work, do both sides work (i.e. Does the plane stop w/o...
Forum: RC Jets
12-28-2022, 10:30 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

I typically put the plane on the stand and test...

I typically put the plane on the stand and test the brakes by hand many times before taking the plane to the field. That being said, ...

When you apply the brakes, do the Brake LED sequences on...
Forum: RC Jets
11-24-2022, 08:24 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

The LGC15 Manual is a bit light on explaining the...

The LGC15 Manual is a bit light on explaining the difference between the "Proportional" and the "Heading Hold" brake setting. I have tested both. Both have worked well for me depending on the length...
Forum: RC Jets
11-20-2022, 05:37 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

JP Hobby 2pcs Electric Brake 82.5MM (3" 1/4)...

JP Hobby 2pcs Electric Brake 82.5MM (3" 1/4) Wheels and Controller (8mm axle) for Turbo version model JP-EBW-82 for rc models Sale | wholesale - Hobby-China Co.,LTd....
Forum: RC Jets
11-19-2022, 12:09 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

Finally got back in the shop with a camera. Here...

Finally got back in the shop with a camera. Here is a pic of the style of brakes w/o a metal disk.
...
Forum: RC Jets
11-11-2022, 06:49 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

About removing the magnets in the JP wheels: ...

About removing the magnets in the JP wheels:

I removed mine because it was taking a lot of power to get the disks off the magnets. Then once they separated, the brakes would lock up on my...
Forum: RC Jets
07-19-2022, 01:55 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

The Pin 1 and 3 thing is the only thing in the...

The Pin 1 and 3 thing is the only thing in the manual that is missing. If you follow the manual, the LGC will work. It may take some discovery time and effort as you fine tune it. But fine tuning it...
Forum: RC Jets
01-13-2022, 07:15 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

The one question I have is; why does the battery...

The one question I have is; why does the battery voltage say 0.0 volts? If I was testing, I would have the battery and gear plugged in. From the picture, it does not look like you have fully...
Forum: RC Jets
09-16-2021, 08:12 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

Sometimes new gear operators are tight fitting. I...

Sometimes new gear operators are tight fitting. I take mine apart and lube them with BVM's Dri-Lube and look for rough edges in the trunions and side plates, etc. Also, I had one set of gear that I...
Forum: RC Jets
09-16-2021, 05:34 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

I used a separate 2S LiPo in one install because...

I used a separate 2S LiPo in one install because the 2S LiFe provided too low of a voltage. That low voltage caused a higher current condition tripping the current limiters in the LGC15. If I recall...
Forum: RC Jets
06-02-2021, 11:12 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

I have used both. the LGC15 is by far better!

I have used both. the LGC15 is by far better!
Forum: RC Jets
05-23-2021, 04:10 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

I would contact Gaspar or Dirk, if that LGC...

I would contact Gaspar or Dirk, if that LGC actually came with a T-One.
Forum: RC Jets
05-22-2021, 04:32 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

This one is a bit different from mine. I have one...

This one is a bit different from mine. I have one that was not programmed for a specific model. But they basically work the same. There are just some extra features that are allowed when you get one...
Forum: RC Jets
05-21-2021, 02:51 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

I attached a file that lists what I used...

I attached a file that lists what I used initially to set the the LGC15 initially in my Ultra Flash. Once I got out to the field I did some minor tweaking. But this setup worked just fine.

You may...
Forum: RC Jets
10-31-2020, 06:37 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

Compared to the LGC15, the LGC 13 is not a very...

Compared to the LGC15, the LGC 13 is not a very good controller. I threw mine away and went with the LGC15's. Never looked back!
Forum: RC Jets
10-24-2020, 04:36 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

Guess you were referring to the above post. Eh?...

Guess you were referring to the above post. Eh? Just wanted to make sure that it is clear for future readers that on the gear wire harnesses the VDC+ power wires have to be moved in the JR connector...
Forum: RC Jets
10-13-2020, 02:26 PM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

measure the voltage across pin 1 and 3 of the...

measure the voltage across pin 1 and 3 of the controllers output. Standard servo connections have the power on pins 1 and 2. My retracts are set up to power the operators vis pins 1 and 3.
Forum: RC Jets
10-12-2020, 05:52 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

If you tried to run the Gear operator with a...

If you tried to run the Gear operator with a battery directly connected to the operator, then you can burn the operator up as the current limiters are in the controller versus the gear operators. No...
Forum: RC Jets
10-12-2020, 05:04 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

A servo clearly will not work. Servos have three...

A servo clearly will not work. Servos have three wires. Landing gear operators have two. On my prolink gear operator, the ground is in pin 1 and the power wire is in pin 3 (i.e. normally where the...
Forum: RC Jets
09-28-2020, 04:47 AM
Replies: 538
Views: 112,953
Posted By Len Todd

The simple thing to do is measure voltage output...

The simple thing to do is measure voltage output on the OEM controller that comes with the gear. Then you know what voltage you have to provide.

For my setups I have found that the higher voltage...
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