Official Freewing 90mm F-4 Phantom II Thread

[Maverickpro]

Hello everyone, I've recently installed rcgeeks F4 E nose and exhaust to my F4. Has anyone done this mod? I'm trying to figure out how to get the nose strut door mounted and operating. Thank you....

[didier n]

Hope this helps

Absolutely!! Thanks a lot!!

[f4u ausie]

When i get home from work

Hope this helps

[f4u ausie]

Wonder who that may be all his planes r presented. Absolutely impeccably

[Hugh Wiedman]

Hey guys!

Quick question.. Whats the best afterburner for the Phantom in your opinion?

Thanks a lot!

My opinion is just a few posts above on the previous page in Post No. 5730 & Post No. 5731. Whomever that guy is that posted those photos and descriptions sure has some awesome F4's!

[f4u ausie]

Can someone give me the dimensions of the stars&stripes on their camo phantom? in mm if possible... I'd like to use the decal sheet for another build i'm doing...

Thanks !

When i get home from work

[didier n]

Can someone give me the dimensions of the stars&stripes on their camo phantom? in mm if possible... I'd like to use the decal sheet for another build i'm doing...

Thanks !

[Evan D]

I still have the original one in mine but a much better pushrod and ball link.

[Elbee]

Flyer771, Upgraded servo and heat build up won't be a problem. Best, LB

[Flyer771]

My new F4 has the MD31303 which is stated as coreless. It seems to have the same specs as the previous MD31302 which was not coreless. I'm wondering if it more robust than the one that others have had failures with. It's certainly glued in tight, but as it's completely packed in, there is no cooling which may lead to problems?

[Elbee]

Thank you very much!

I just ordered my Phantom two days ago and I'm very excited to spend some time working on this bird and go for some scale details.

Its going to be my first EDF. I was doing this hobby for around 15 years (mostly giant scale aerobats) but after seeing whats available these days and how easy the assembly is, mixed with all these scale details - I couldnt resist to get back! :-)

Is there anything I should be aware of or do you recommend any mods on the Phantom? Doing my research I only heard that many guys are switching the elevator servo?

J5,

It's a good upgrade to change out the linkage to 4-40 links/all thread rod, and epoxy a carbon fiber tube to stiffen the rod.

I did change out the elevator servo, too.

I am uncertain if MotionRC has upgraded the servo to all metal gears and bit more torque.

Best, LB

[junkersju52]

Thank you very much!

I just ordered my Phantom two days ago and I'm very excited to spend some time working on this bird and go for some scale details.

Its going to be my first EDF. I was doing this hobby for around 15 years (mostly giant scale aerobats) but after seeing whats available these days and how easy the assembly is, mixed with all these scale details - I couldnt resist to get back! :-)

Is there anything I should be aware of or do you recommend any mods on the Phantom? Doing my research I only heard that many guys are switching the elevator servo?

[Elbee]

Hey guys!

Quick question.. Whats the best afterburner for the Phantom in your opinion?

Thanks a lot!

J5, great question as there are now several choices and which is best is an eye of the beholder issue IMHO.

For example. MotionRC offers an inexpensive On/Off version, The RC Geek has a flickering/adjustable version, kallend has shown us all how to build one over on RCGroups, and 5280 RC has a multi-color flickering version.

I have an older version from RC Geek in my Phantom and it is great and a gooniac33 in my Hornet, though I don't think he is offering his version any longer.

So, this really comes down to how much joy you think you'll receive for the money, i.e., bang for the buck.

I have muddied the water here I am certain, but there you have it.

Best, LB

[Elbee]

I do not remember that those files were ever posted here. I downloaded most STL that were offered by MotionRC in those days, I would think I would have those in that case. In any event. at least there are a few sets left, but those are still $30.00USD.

[junkersju52]

Hey guys!

Quick question.. Whats the best afterburner for the Phantom in your opinion?

Thanks a lot!

[f4u ausie]

Gday flyer 771. Don't b afraid. Post pics. As u go.
We. Would luv to see some.. it's like an arrow

[Flyer771]

Thanks LB, your cockpit detail looks great and I'll have to consider getting one. However, it's a shame that nobody seems to have the original stl files they can share as I have a fine 3d printer which produce excellent results.

[Elbee]

I've just bought the Freewing F4 from MotionRC Europe. Does anyone still have the set of stl 3D files for the cockpit set, etc that MotionRC used to have on their website. I've asked them, but they say they no longer have or offer them. They pointed me to this forum. Please either PM me, or put the files up here. Thanks

https://www.motionrc.com/products/f-4-phantom-ii-3d-printed-3dpup-cockpit-set-fj31211193

F7,

Welcome to Hobby Squawk, Sir.

Glad to have you onboard.

I scanned through the Official Freewing F-4 Phantom Thread and I did not find the OEM STL files.

However, Motion shows that they have cockpit sets still available at this time.

I bought one in days of yore and it is really a nice addition.

The set is resin printed and paints up nicely.

Best, LB

[Flyer771]

I've just bought the Freewing F4 from MotionRC Europe. Does anyone still have the set of stl 3D files for the cockpit set, etc that MotionRC used to have on their website. I've asked them, but they say they no longer have or offer them. They pointed me to this forum. Please either PM me, or put the files up here. Thanks

[f4u ausie]

Has anyone hooked up a drag chute on their Freewing Phantom? Would be neat as hell to pop open upon landing.

Steve hodges.. aka rc jet dude.. did great rendition.. its on u tube