Steve Colman Posted January 30, 2021 Author Share Posted January 30, 2021 Posted by John Lee on 30/01/2021 10:52:01: Thanks for the heads up Steve but having thoroughly checked mine over I'm happy to report no such issues. and +1 thanks to David! Happy to hear so John. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted January 30, 2021 Author Share Posted January 30, 2021 Ron, thanks for doing the "gatoring" explanation for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Gray Posted January 30, 2021 Share Posted January 30, 2021 No problem. It can happen without you realising it, a good example is the cockpit, the canopy acts like a greenhouse when the sun shines and the temp in the cockpit goes up and up causing the foam in the cockpit to gator. Drilling a hole in the canopy does help but not as good as throwing a towel over it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devcon1 Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Here's an interesting little item for the Lentus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted February 1, 2021 Author Share Posted February 1, 2021 Posted by Devcon1 on 01/02/2021 09:21:00: Here's an interesting little item for the Lentus. Yes ,it certainly is. And, here someone had done a "Solius/Heron style" fixed wheel installation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted February 4, 2021 Author Share Posted February 4, 2021 I got my Lentus yesterday and I'm very happy with it. A couple of pics after checking everything for fit. Not yet flown as I need to change the connector on the ESC, install Rx and set up on the Tx. Definitely thinking of adding a fixed wheel. And a pilot would look nice too. Edited By Steve Colman on 04/02/2021 08:21:34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Mine's all ready to go, and - weather permitting - may even see a flight at the local hill this week, we'll see. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted March 8, 2021 Author Share Posted March 8, 2021 (edited) Mine's been put back into it's box until I finish off a few other projects. Also, I've yet to decide whether to go for the Mpx retractable wheel, a fixed wheel or no wheel at all. I believe you have the Mpx retractable unit fitted David and would be keen to hear how well it works. However, a clubmate maidened his yesterday and it looked and performed very impressively; from gentle, slow gliding to some low level high G manouevres. He had everything set up per the manual and didn't have to add a touch of trim anywhere. Good luck with the maiden David; I'm sure you'll report back once the deed is done. Edited March 8, 2021 by Steve Colman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 No retract on mine Steve, it would fare well on my hills and that's where it'll mainly be flown. Glad your friend's model flew well, other reports I've heard say the same. I'll report back when I've done the deed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 All went well. Not much wind, 8-10mph with occasional passing thermals which it caught easily enough. I had to use the motor to recover height a few times. Thermal turns are nice and tight with little discernible height loss. Positive on ailerons and predictable too. The control surface settings in the manual work well. A very pleasant flying model, a bit like a larger Heron I suppose. The only 'moment' came when the canopy detached in flight. You know what those MPX latches are like, some work better than others. I landed easily enough before the walk to retrieve it. Used a 3S 4000mAh LiPo but I think a little more weight in the nose wouldn't do any harm )especially as I had put the ball weight in the tail during construction) so I'll use a larger pack next time. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john stones 1 - Moderator Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 Flying and a view like that, not jealous in the slightest. ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Friend 1 Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 I must have just missed you at the slope today David. I had a report from the paragliders that you had been there. I'm pleased the maiden went well. I had four flights, two each with the Heron and the Ahi. Nice smooth lift. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarlyBird Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 12 hours ago, john stones 1 Moderator said: Flying and a view like that, not jealous in the slightest. ? I am green with envy. For me being able to read about others flying again gives me a huge lift, optimism and a huge grin has returned. ? More of the same please.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Jones 10 Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Finally got mine together so I can set the radio up. Love the fit and finish of her. Look forward to testing her out. I’m using full Spektrum smart gear and a 3s 3300 lipo ??✈️ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lee Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 Maidened the Lentus today. I should have paid more attention to your post David as my canopy also detached in flight. Fortunately easily recovered and a bit of tape was used on subsequent flights. I'll see if I can add some magnets before the next outing. Flies really nicely with a lovely sit in the air. My CG came out spot on with no tail weight & a 3300MAh 3S battery. It used about 20% capacity for each 10 min flight with minimal thermaling so shows good efficiency. Slightly embarrassing that despite the hours I spent setting it up I had mixed up elevator with crow, rather than down. With that sorted & just a few clicks of trim it was a delight. I was surprised at how effective the 'speed' setting is. I found on my Heron & FunRay that it had minimal effect & I never used it, but on the Lentus it really gets a move on & greatly improves penetration. Happy bunny. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted March 31, 2021 Share Posted March 31, 2021 Good stuff John, she's a fine bird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted March 31, 2021 Author Share Posted March 31, 2021 Excellent John. Sadly, I have to admit that mine is not yet ready to fly because I've been focused on other matters. Also, I want to include a pilot figure and haven't figured out how I'm going to do it yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Jones 10 Posted April 2, 2021 Share Posted April 2, 2021 Mine is nearly ready to maiden. Bit more radio tinkering first. got this fantastic bag today from Model shop Leeds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt Kremen Posted April 2, 2021 Share Posted April 2, 2021 Is the clear canopy of a better plastic than the one(s) that come with the 'Solius/Heron'? Breath on them and they 'stress' crack! (On my second replacement now, not counting the one that cracked in the post on the way from the model shop). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Colman Posted April 3, 2021 Author Share Posted April 3, 2021 13 hours ago, Capt Kremen said: Is the clear canopy of a better plastic than the one(s) that come with the 'Solius/Heron'? Breath on them and they 'stress' crack! (On my second replacement now, not counting the one that cracked in the post on the way from the model shop). The canopy of the Lentus is made from much softer plastic than those of the Solius/Heron so should be much more durable and remain crack free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Jones 10 Posted April 5, 2021 Share Posted April 5, 2021 In setting up my Lentus yesterday I had the prop blades removed but spun up the motor. The O ring vanished quickly although I hooked it over the hub. Does anyone know or able to find the size so I can replace it cheers. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Lee Posted April 6, 2021 Share Posted April 6, 2021 Whoops! It's 50mm x 1.6mm, Mark. Multiplex list it as a spare but I can't find a UK vendor from a quick search. https://www.multiplex-rc.de/produkte/1-00817-o-ring-o50mm-uv-stabil-fuer-54mm-spinner If you find a suitable equivalent could you let us know here as it looks like it will be a consumable item. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Jones 10 Posted April 6, 2021 Share Posted April 6, 2021 8 minutes ago, John Lee said: Whoops! It's 50mm x 1.6mm, Mark. Multiplex list it as a spare but I can't find a UK vendor from a quick search. https://www.multiplex-rc.de/produkte/1-00817-o-ring-o50mm-uv-stabil-fuer-54mm-spinner If you find a suitable equivalent could you let us know here as it looks like it will be a consumable item. Thank you. I stupidly didn’t think it would be listed as a spare in the manual. ive ordered one from fleabay but it’s 50 x 3.55 so don’t know if it will fit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudsy Posted April 6, 2021 Share Posted April 6, 2021 Most motor factors and hardware shops have a box of o rings of various sizes and I have always managed to get one to fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrman Posted April 6, 2021 Share Posted April 6, 2021 (edited) Try "Model Fixings". Edited April 6, 2021 by jrman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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