Jussi Posted April 16, 2021 Share Posted April 16, 2021 It is still in one piece. Seems to handle well in 5m/s (gusting 11m/s) winds. Now I fly it with wheels. Now it is more hard to orientate, if it is level or tilted to some direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted April 19, 2021 Author Share Posted April 19, 2021 Jussi, Thanks for sharing your video, well controlled in the windy conditions Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted June 29, 2021 Author Share Posted June 29, 2021 We had a bit of a get together last weekend and a couple of 3D printed Revolver II's turned up that are more than worthy of sharing. They are in the prototype stage and flew really well, the fuselage is printed as one piece and the mast/ head are separate. I Really clever stuff, a few photos of Tim's work though I think this one was finished by Steve Jones. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Jones Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 Very smart 3D printing has come a long way and more people are becoming more inventive with ways to solve problems . Always impresses me how others make what they do with 3D printed plastic. Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Franks Posted October 12, 2021 Share Posted October 12, 2021 Hi doing well with my panther so I decided to do for a revolver next…. Can you advise best motor and servos to use regards richard franks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Jones 2 Posted October 12, 2021 Share Posted October 12, 2021 Servos corona 238 mg, motor 1000kv running 10x6e prop 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 (edited) I am new on this forum, I recently bought a short kit from Sarik Hobbies and started the build. I am really excited about this build, what a great design. Edited November 29, 2021 by codepox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 I saw in the forum several mention of AJ Blades, where can I order these? thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outrunner Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 Hi Codepox Welcome to the forum and enjoy your Revolver build. I'm following with interest as I plan to build a Revolver too. I believe AJ Blades are no longer trading but it's quite easy to make your own blades following Rich, the designers instructions. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted November 29, 2021 Share Posted November 29, 2021 Outrunner, thanks for your reply and interest. I will continue to post photos as my build progress. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 Some progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted December 3, 2021 Share Posted December 3, 2021 (edited) I am using blades made by Astik Models, there are very nicely built and came pretty well matched, all within 0.6g. There are a little bit narrower, 55mm instead of 60mm so I cut them 10mm longer to compensate. The leading edge hardwood section is bigger than the one recommended on the plan so because of that they are heavier: 54g finished instead of 40g Is this going to be a problem? Edited December 3, 2021 by codepox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul De Tourtoulon Posted December 4, 2021 Share Posted December 4, 2021 (edited) The extra weight and longer length will slow up the spin up time and make it less reactive to input controls, or if you like more stable flight,,, "Inertia",,,,, Edited December 4, 2021 by Paul De Tourtoulon Inertia 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted December 5, 2021 Share Posted December 5, 2021 Thanks, so looks like theses blades should be fine to get started. I'll make another set of lighter ones using Richard's method. Latest progress on the revolver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted December 5, 2021 Author Share Posted December 5, 2021 Codepox, Nice work on your Revolver, I have tested my model using Panther blades and they seemed to be fine. I'm unsure of the aerofoil of yours so it's hard to know how they are going to react. Keep up the good work. Rich 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 (edited) Wood work is pretty much done, soon will be time to start the covering Edited December 7, 2021 by codepox 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted December 7, 2021 Author Share Posted December 7, 2021 That's coming along nicely codepox, are going with a canopy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 5 hours ago, Richard Harris said: That's coming along nicely codepox, are going with a canopy? Yes, the short kit from Sarik came with the canopy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted December 11, 2021 Share Posted December 11, 2021 Covering is mostly done, still need to add the name next time I have access to my friend vinyl cutter. Next step will be to do the canopy then electronics install. What a beautiful design, I am really enjoying this build. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted December 11, 2021 Author Share Posted December 11, 2021 (edited) Nice covering job, not a lot left to do now! Not sure if you have seen this, a friend sent me this photo taken from the pages of this months Model Aviation Magazine your side of the pond. I think the mag is kind of like our BMFA news over here, though I could be wrong. Edited December 11, 2021 by Richard Harris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codepox Posted December 11, 2021 Share Posted December 11, 2021 Yes, you are correct Model Aviation Magazine is published by the AMA which is the American Model Association. This is awesome that the Revolver II gets featured in the magazine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Osborn Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 Revolver Issues! I could really do with some help please! My Revolver porpoises on anything above half throttle. Have built as per plan with a hang angle initially set at 16 to 17deg. Almost unflyable. Adjusted hang angle to 19deg and not much better. Any advise? Regards, Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Jones 2 Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 Where is your vertical cog ref the engine thrust line . Hopefully just below .. also are you running blade tip weights ?? steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Osborn Posted May 4, 2022 Share Posted May 4, 2022 The motor thrust line lies about 18mm above the vertical hang line. I didn’t think this was ideal however reading other comments this appears to be about typical. I already have the motor as low as possible without striking the boom so not certain what more I could do. As far as tip weights on the blades the answer is no. I wasn’t aware they could be necessary nor what their affect would be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Harris Posted June 5, 2022 Author Share Posted June 5, 2022 Thought I'd share this experimental twin boomed tail I have retrofitted to my Revolver II. If it works out OK I will adapt it onto an upcoming new larger design, the booms are spruce laminations and seem to be plenty strong enough. I have had to up the KV of the motor so as to reduce prop diameter, I am hoping this will enable accurate alignment of the thrustline to vertical CG. A little more work to complete but should be flight ready for our up coming FlyIn. Rich 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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