Hi,

I converted my EasyStar with the intention of adding a video platform. After a bit of calculation a selection of motor (Scorpian 2215-18 plus 25amp ESC) was made and prop. Turned out the prop we used was hell for the EasyStar. The torc of the 10x3.8 was problematic and the same can be said of the 9x3.8 we then tried causing the EasyStar to be really difficult to control on take off. Fitting a 7x5 proved way better and put the "easy" back into Easy Star.

Adding some 5 oz of plasticine to cover the weight of the camera unit and adding a 2 oz plasticine counter weight on the tail the EasyStar flew really well even in a 6 to 7mph wind. Prior to adding the weight the plane weighed 1lb 15 oz.

The EasyStar has had some bumps during my training period and has been named "Phoenix"  due to the amount of glue and additional sticky backed plastic holding it all together.

The changes I made: http://seemyworldonvideo.com/view/206/fpv-easystar-video-platform/

 An OSD device I have will be tested when I'm ready. I will need to carry out a similar weight check and then I may consider an slightly larger prop. My thanks to my friend Colin who's help in this has been super.

2008-09-12 The changing to the 9x3.8 prop has helped resolve a take off issue... and give a lot more spare capacity.

Dafydd