E5S setup for long flights and great power!

[Matt Botos]

My good friend Clint Akins put this video together. I think its a perfect representation of an energy efficient setup.

http://youtu.be/Rebb7Xyka5w

[Chris Sexton]

That's fantastic!

Is the KDE that much more efficient than the HKIII or does the 606 disc allow for a more efficient gearing?

Both maybe?

I don't know, but now I gotta try it!

[Rodney Kirstine]

What mAh battery is he running?

[Shane Butler]

I run this motor in my stock E5. It's a great choice. Nice work KDE. I do run higher head speed and shorter flight time though but it would easily be that efficient in Clints setup.

[beans07]

Hey Shane what is your flight time and HS?

I am running Scorpion 1100 and getting 4mins with 30% remaining.

[Shane Butler]

Tim,

Around 2400 but I only fly for 3 1/2 - 4 mins. On the conservative side. Been really hot here this summer as you know so less time is required. Plenty of time for me to concentrate though.

[Chris Sexton]

Very nice flight Joe!  That Savox motor has a unique sound for sure! Seemed like it had power to spare.

Puckered up a bit for you on that landing approach I am sure that was intentional

[flyalan]

Synergy E5 ...
ds610 Cyclic Servos
Jr8900 tail servo
Savox 1200Kv motor 
Castle Creation 120 Amp Esc
Zippy 4500Mah 45C 6s setup
119/12t Gears
556 Rail main Blades
96mm Rail tail Blades

1000403

I Absolutely Loved , Thanks


Had 85% left on batteries , 90% V Curve on throttle curve

You had 85% left in the pack? Or was that 85% used?

Alan

[Greg Jackson]

I might try this after the hot weather leaves.  Trying to keep the flights relatively short with the hot temps.

[Greg Jackson]

If you want a mini Vbar, send me a pm.

[Mark Burberry]

Nice flight Joe!

[Greg Jackson]

I need to find a way to record myself flying.

[Mark Burberry]

Seems a lot of guys are using a GoPro camera with success.

[Brandon Bartolomucci]

The Hero3 Black edition actually exceeds my expectations. A long time ago I had purchased the original GoPro and it was pretty much a turd. I was hesitant but bought into the hype for the 3 and I'm glad I did.

Just FYI, turn the shooting mode to 1080P normal because if you have wide screen on it can get hard to see the heli when you're out in the field.


Regards,
Brandon Bartolomucci
Sent from my iPhone

[flyalan]

The Hero3 Black edition actually exceeds my expectations. A long time ago I had purchased the original GoPro and it was pretty much a turd. I was hesitant but bought into the hype for the 3 and I'm glad I did.

Just FYI, turn the shooting mode to 1080P normal because if you have wide screen on it can get hard to see the heli when you're out in the field.


Regards,
Brandon Bartolomucci
Sent from my iPhone

Yes. I learned that this weekend. Can't wait to give it another try on Saturday. I have the silver edition. The iPhone app really makes adjusting the camera a snap. Also helps with verifying your aim when mounted on your head :-)

Cheers
Alan