Recent content by jeff in ohio

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    Prop Balancing

    Re: Prop Balancing Hi All,I have been balancing RC heli blades for a long time.I always use high quality electrical tape(3M).Also,I have always wrapped the tape around the leading edge of the blade.This keeps air from getting under,and pulling up the tape.My Phantom is done the same way,and I...
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    One Motor Seems Tight?

    Thanks for the info!I took all four motors apart,and lubed them with a drop of Trinity Royal Oil for mod rc car motor ball bearings.Huge difference!While apart,I drilled the chassis below the motor for future oiling.Flies great,and all motors are very quiet and cool to the touch after 6 minutes...
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    One Motor Seems Tight?

    Checked clearance,and no rubbing.Seems to be the motor.Is the bearing change a huge pain?!I have been into cars and helis for 20 + years,so I have done nearly everything in this hobby.One thing I have yet to do is tear into an outrunner.Thanks,JK
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    One Motor Seems Tight?

    Hi All.Great site!I have a Phantom with three flights on it.I noticed that one of the motors appears tighter than the others.If I spin the props by hand,one spools down more quickly than the rest.Would you say this is a sign of a bearing issue?This seems to me to not be right.Looking for some...
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