Great review my friend and the bird looks amazing. Big salute from Slovenia, Pilot Robert

@krewjaime4482

3 жыл бұрын

A tip: you can watch movies on flixzone. Me and my gf have been using it for watching lots of of movies these days.

@otismohammed5555

3 жыл бұрын

@Krew Jaime yup, have been watching on flixzone} for since december myself :)

@mariepolo9622

2 жыл бұрын

@@krewjaime4482 ibdybdkbdibsjbsb

Great job on the video!! Might need one, I do love flying the C/Z Cessna and this one has real windows so definitely a winner!! 👍🏼👍🏼

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, nice to have the clear windows for sure. That was my primary complaint of the eflite.

Great video Chris. I love all the detail you give.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Awesome flight and review Chris! Gorgeous airplane!

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks David!

Very nice easy handling plane, now I need one.

LONGLIVE THE R/C GEEK ! great video brother !!!👊👍

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks! 😊

Chris, I liked it so much that I went and ordered one. Thanks for the review

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks!

Nice job as always! Have my eyes on this one. Love the 182. My Top Flite Gold Edition was a jewel and flew impeccably. This foam version looks the same.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It’s a really fun rig for sure

Awesome aircraft awesome fight

Excellent video Chris!

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ryan!

NICE!!!! That thing will look SWEET out at RDL...😎👍😁

Amazing the scale features they are getting with Foam airplanes!! I bet it would be fun to FPV this plane too!!

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the foam airframes within the last few years have really upped the game considerably.

Man....those pax inside will b puking all over the cabin. Fantastic pilot bravo 👍

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

#vomitcomet 🤣

I like this a lot.I think I prefer this one over the carbon z 150.Might need one soon.Thanks Chris!

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a good ride for sure.

Nice plane and video 👍👍👍

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I have the E-Flite CZ Cessna 150 that I really enjoy flying. I may now have to get this one as well. But I may have to go the William Jackson route and give it a custom paint job. Thanks for the review!

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely ripe for a refinish!

Very very nice plane! Very good pilot!

@Thercgeek

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😊

Saw one of these fly the other day Awesome as u said I want one but my budget says no

Nice flier and video! Keep up the great quality, Chris.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! 😊

Good flying Chris.. You can't go wrong with a Cessna 182.. I hope the twin pilots are flying IFR because they can't see over the instrument panel..

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I think they are instrument rated. 🤣

Great plane and review Chris! I love wheelies while doing touch and goes, but it seems not easy to hold a wheelie on this Cessna. Are the mains placed too far back to hold the nose up on landing?

@Thercgeek

Жыл бұрын

They could be. Moving the cg back will help plus keeping a bit more airspeed during the ground roll.

@motionsic

Жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek Thanks for the suggestion, will give that a go!

Thanking you for sharing

@Thercgeek

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Nice flight review as always, by the way where is that flying n what's it called? I would like to go and fly there. Nice scenary.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

This is the Wingmasters field in the north county

Hi Chris, good job, well summarized the complete assembly with all important information mine is on the way. Did you put a gyro on it or it doesn't need it.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I did not put a gyro in it. It really doesn’t need it. Most airplanes don’t actually.

@jjlanda1171

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek thanks! 👍🏻

I wish I would have seen this before just buying the CZ Cessna 150! Oh well, both are winners!

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

They are indeed!

NICE FLYING...!!! I haven't flown mine yet ;-) did you have full flaps on those slow passes and touch-n-gos???

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes, those passes were l with the flaps down.

@Dragonewiz

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek thanks ;-)

Great review, Chris. Mine is on the way in blue! I was wondering if you had any advice on removing the warning stickers on the bottom of the wings and horizontal stab to prevent damage to the foam?

@Thercgeek

2 жыл бұрын

I have heard of folks using ice to freeze the stickers off taking care and time not to pull them off too quickly but otherwise I’m not too sure. I’m not a fan of the sticky back markings on foam arfs for this reason. 😬

@curtusua

2 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek Thanks so much for the reply, Chris. I guess I was asking how you got yours off?😁😁

@Thercgeek

2 жыл бұрын

I just peeled them off. 😁

Chris, very informative - thanks. What were your settings, e.g., to get the elevator throw set to +/- 20mm? In particular, servo travel and high rate settings. I had to really lower either servo end point or high rate to get the desired 20mm.

@Thercgeek

Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure off hand and I don’t have the radio to look it up. The intention would be to reduce the rate in the dual rate menu to get the desired throw. You can also look at moving the pushrod connections around. Is the pushrod at the outer most hole at the control surface control horn?

@kjb7229

Жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek Thanks for the quick reply! Yes, pushrod at the outer most hole at the control surface control horn and on the inner most hole on servo arm. This provides the absolute minimum throw with the mechanical adjustments. Only remaining option is to either lower servo end points or lower dual rates, i.e., set high-rate percentage to get the +/- 20mm throw. Doing either requires very low values - around 50 - 60%. I usually leave end points at 100% and only touch to get even throw in both directions. Also, you mentioned adding an addition 5% mix to your FLP-ELE mix. Did you do this using the MFC-2065, or using the radio? Do you know how to turn off the MFC-2065 mix, the manual is no help. Thanks again for your time.

@Thercgeek

Жыл бұрын

Well, I’d recommend setting multiple rates as I consider my recommendations are a starting point. If the geometry of the linkage isn’t right out of the box (quite common), I’ll just adjust the D/R accordingly. It’s an easier solution than digging out the servos and/or changing control arms. For the mix, I just adjusted that in the radio as the pre-programmed mix wasn’t enough.

This 182 looks a lot like my FMS 182 which is a 1.5 meter wingspan, same trim scheme and everything except you could have it in blue as well as red.

@vittoriodiana2269

Жыл бұрын

This have also white led on tail

I really dig that bird

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a fun one!

Hey Chris....love this plane. Have always loved the Cessnas. One thing I did notice on the takeoff and landings was how noisy the wheels were. Wonder if changing to the Robans would quiet it down a bit. I did that per your suggestion to my Carbon Z 150 and it worked great. The other question I had about what you said.....why the need for the additional 2S battery for the receiver?

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, softer tires would solve the loudness there. On the receiver pack, the system comes setup for a separate receiver battery. That’s not a bad thing actually as that eliminates from running off of a bec in the speed controller which is ultimately safer.

@jeffjackson6358

3 жыл бұрын

The 2S 2000 that Chris was using would easily last for four flights.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, quite easily. We flew it 5-6 times in the course of making the review video and that was on a single charge.

@jeffjackson6358

3 жыл бұрын

I added brakes to mine. So the side benefit is aluminum wheels with bearings. So no noise from the mains.

👍👍👍

I'm not clear on the 2s battery for a Spectrum receiver or the Spektrum receiver set up. Does the 2s connect to the black box and then out to the Spektrum receiver and if so which port, or directly to the receiver and if so which port? Do the out leads from the black box for throttle, ail, ele, rud, flaps go to the respective ports 1,2 3 4 aux1 ports on the AR620

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

The 2s lipo plugs into the black box and the black box distributed the power the the receiver I’m guessing through the throttle lead. And yes, the leads from the black box are to be plugged into their appropriate ports on the receiver.

how much you bought this machine? is there bigger than this to order?

I’ve been eyeing this plane for awhile but the other plane that I keep eyeing is the Eflite carbon z Cessna 150 Aerobat. What plane do you think is better?

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I don’t think you can go wrong with either one. They both fly very similarly and I think the prices are similar as well. The eflite has plastic wheel covers and the option for a bnf but no windows while this one has the windows is pnp only and has foam wheel covers. I’d say pick the one that appeals to you more.

Hi Chris, I finally bought this plane and installed a Spektrum AR 620 receiver us the supplied wires to connect the receiver to the MFC-2065 which I unscrewed from the wood support to make it easier. While doing so, I noticed on the underside of the black box a single red and black 2 wire which wasn't connected to anything. Since all the wiring from the servos, esc and lights were connected correctly to their respective marked pins on the black box and nothing was connected to the brake pins, I assume the single unconnected red and black 2 wire wire is for the optional brakes should you choose to install them?

@Thercgeek

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I’m not certain. Being only the two wires, that would indicate it’s a power only lead. What is the connector on the end? The model does require a separate 2s lipo for power, could that be it?

@iramiller2389

2 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek I think the connector is female 3 pin but would have to remove the back box again to check and be sure. If something doesn't work when I bind it, then I'll know.

@Thercgeek

2 жыл бұрын

Makes sense

Love this plane, I have the smaller FMS 182 . Still need to build it. We’re do I get the elevator and flap angle magnetic triangle. Looked every where to find one. I new so I’m not sure what it’s called. Thanks

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

IT's called an accuthrow meter and was made by great planes...unfortunately it's no longer made. You might try this: amzn.to/3sZzGJ7 I just picked one up and so you may see it in some future vids if I like. :)

@rodgerhecht3623

3 жыл бұрын

I just 3D printed one from thingiverse. Great review . I really like the clear windows really adds to a well flying plane.

Did you glue the receiver in place? I’m getting mentally prepared...I will place my order at the end of this week! 😃

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

No, just used Velcro too keep it in there.

@turbonetic777

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek oooh ok, that’s a great idea, I’m going to borrow your method 😊

@turbonetic777

3 жыл бұрын

Dude, I get my Cessna delivered today!!!! 🕺🏻🕺🏻😃🥳🥳🥳😃 I’m soooo excited!!!

I have a newbie question, when you bind with a Spektrum reciever do you get the AS3X and safe system?

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

So, this being an airplane that requires you to install your own receiver, that is something that you would have to program yourself. You’d need one of the new smart receivers as they have the ability to program safe and AS3X through the forward programming menu.

@turbonetic777

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek oooh ok, Thank you so much, I’m planning on ordering this beauty this week along with Spektrum reciever to go with my Spektrum DX8e

Did you need to add any weight to the nose for getting the CG right?

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Nope, no additional weight needed with the packs I used.

Hi Chris, how did you do with the AS150 connector, did you use an adapter or did you change it for another type of connector?

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

I ended up cutting the bullet connectors and soldering in an ic5 connector.

@jjlanda1171

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek thanks Chris I’m going to try the same, hope I can since I never done before 😖

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

It’s not hard, but you do want to make sure you get a good solder joint. There’s supposed to be an adapter included. You might want to try and contact hadjetsusa.com about that?

A grate plane being a war bird guy it takes a lot for me to think about a civilian aircraft, I really like this bird.😃🤙

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

I hear you, haha! I will say, It’s fun to have something different like this.

Good looking model but a minus is the HSD logos and website all over the plane. Hopefully those are customer add ons and not printed on the stripes.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

I wish they were. Scheme is a bit over the top on the branding, haha

Important question, music or audiobook in the headphones?

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Just listening to the radio. 😊

Can it run on 6s 4000 or it would be a little light?

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

It’ll work but You may have to add some nose weight to get the cg, not sure there.

What kind of flight times were you getting?

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

I was getting 6+ minutes easily with the 6250s.

How do you remove a damaged Horizontal or Vertical Stab for replacement & the first time you flip over the antennas that hold the wings on are gone. Screws are much safer. It's still a nice looking plane considering lack of real fasteners & easy disassembly.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

I hear you. I did find that philosophy a bit different, but it works well. The goal would be to not flip it over of course. 🤣 The tails are removable if needed. They use a snap similar to the outer wing panels on the eflite 1500mm warbirds.

@jeffjackson6358

3 жыл бұрын

I left my antennas at home one day and I found standard nylon wing bolts are the perfect size. I screwed two in and went flying.

@HoundDogMech

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek They use a snap similar to the outer wing panels ... Good to know. You know the good thing about the 'BEER COOLER' RTF planes of today, No Matter how bad the crash, Most can be repaired with 1,2, or 3 bottles of Foam Safe CA. Plastic Parts NOT SO MUCH But Spare Parts keep the Hobby Shops pretty much in business. Good Thing the SUM of the Parts Cost more than whole.

@HoundDogMech

3 жыл бұрын

@@jeffjackson6358 Good to know, So how do screws replace something like a BLADE that's doesn't use a threaded hole? Inquiring minds want to know.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

The plastic parts have an engaging flange, so I would imagine that the right sized screw would engage that and screw into place.

HSD makes it seem like the receiver battery should be mounted permanently. Is that possible with this plane?

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Conceivably, but that would require charging the receiver pack in the airplane which I don’t ever recommend.

@dronecatalyst

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek so Velcro to the port side aft it is. Should be able to achieve CG like that. Thanks. 👍🏽

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Yup!

Hi guys I got one of those hsdjets cessna, I need to know how to plug the two leads labeled bus on a AR 630 Spektrum receiver... I was in the hobby 10 hrs ago and I try catch up with the new technology...

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

I talk about that starting at about the 3:40 mark in the vid. You can’t use the sBus setup (that’s a futaba thing) with spektrum so you have to use the supplied pig tails to plug each of the channel outputs from the black box into the appropriate receiver inputs.

@irvinparadizo6616

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek thanks for reply to me appreciate that, I got everything plugging but the two S-bus ,I saw your video but are you used only one of the two S-bus leads not matter which one to plugging on the bind/Prog/SRXL2

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

I unplugged both of the sBus leads from the black box and relocated everything as necessary to align the channel outputs from the black box to the channel inputs in the receiver. Nothing related to the sBus outputs gets used.

@irvinparadizo6616

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek thank you to explain me what you did on your airplane, I will follow you guidance hopefully I will finish the setting and get the maiden flight, once again thank you..

I love the HSD ME262 for instance, it's very scale and very impressive but as 182's go this one is not very scale, it has that cheap Chinese look about it just in terms of aesthetics. I am quite particular about scale, the H9 or TopFlite Cessna's are more my cup of tea but I realize most nowadays value practicality, aerobatics (unrealistic) and power over scale realism and detail, evidence of this is this reviewer's mentioning of "snap rolls" and "knife edges"! TBH the most scale electric foamie Cessna I have encountered (and there have been literally hundreds) to this day remains the Art-tech Cessna 182 500 size. That said I think the biggest contributor to the toy look is the oversize, oversimplified landing gear, a skilled hobbyist could easily modify the gear to look more scale and I think that would enhance the full look but for my money this is just a cheap foamie Cessna that has been 'scaled' up.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

I understand regarding the looks, the incessant branding doesn’t help, haha! That said, the shape isn’t really that bad. Far from perfect, but frankly, I don’t expect perfect scale from a foam model. The 262 has shape issues as well, but that doesn’t keep it from looking like a good representation of the 262 either. On the aerobatics, I mention them not because they are scale to the airplane, but because the model is capable of performing them. Yes, this can be flown in a scale manner, but flying level circles over the airfield doesn’t excite me for non-competition sport flying and I like to push the models I review to see what they can do.

@flymachine

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek Nothing wrong with you mentioning or testing the aerobatic capability, it's what the people want. This appeals to a market who would likely want to push the flight envelope much like the CZ Cessna except HSD market the scale appeal and this is far from it, the CZ 150 is more scale in fact but neither is meant to be true representations of their full size namesake and I realise that now, I had it in mind that HSD was a higher-end, more scale product but I think the major selling point is rather the engineering and systems.

Looks like Nicolas Cage and a few of his clones going out for a flight.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

Haha, right?!

I don't like them plastering advertising all over the plane. Takes away from the scale appearance.

@Thercgeek

3 жыл бұрын

I hear you on that. The branding is a bit over the top, haha

@Lithonion1

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thercgeek I just ordered one, so I guess the branding didn't bother me enough. Lol I will remove the tail and wing decal at the very least. :)