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I’m all but ready for the spring flying season to arrive... I have a question regarding the stock F-15 outrunner. I’ve been getting feedback lately from various people on the Motion RC Facebook fan page that state the outrunner version is lackluster and overall provides poor performance. And, the inrunner upgrade is the only way to go. Any input from members of this group would be greatly appreciated. I have no issue upgrading to the inrunner if it’s worth it.
Would the inrunner upgrade require full replacement of the fan unit? And how about the stock ESC?
Thanks all!
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Originally posted by flyinhigh042 View PostI’m all but ready for the spring flying season to arrive... I have a question regarding the stock F-15 outrunner. I’ve been getting feedback lately from various people on the Motion RC Facebook fan page that state the outrunner version is lackluster and overall provides poor performance. And, the inrunner upgrade is the only way to go. Any input from members of this group would be greatly appreciated. I have no issue upgrading to the inrunner if it’s worth it.
Would the inrunner upgrade require full replacement of the fan unit? And how about the stock ESC?
Thanks all!
Jeff
Some people will tell you to try the FMS 90mm 1900 and it works better and all that blah blah, I tried it and it wasn't much better than stock, maybe I didn't have it set up right or something but it didn't work for me.
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Originally posted by DCORSAIR View Post
You can fly the stock F-15 as is, just don't expect it to take off and climb out at a fast pace, when you rotate, pull the gear up asap and let it clean up and it will get going, it's not bad, I flew mine stock for a few flights and sold it because of the performance just wasn't there for me, bought another one and put the FW 4068-1680kv unit in, it flies so much better, I also tried the new FW 4068-1835kv unit and that works even better, longer flight times and a little more vertical. It is worth the investment and I did use the stock ESC with no problems so far, but that is up to you to decide if you want to stay with the stock ESC.
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Originally posted by flyinhigh042 View Post
That’s excellent info, thanks for taking the time. I live in Colorado at about 4500’msl. The air is a little thin up here. I’m tempted to get a few flights on it before spending the upgrade $$$. If I like the F-15 overall after a couple flights, then the upgrade would be worth it.
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Originally posted by DCORSAIR View Post
Well, now that you told me Colorado....:Confused: Not going to say it won't fly but it might really struggle on take off, it will be fine once it gets going.:)make sure you use a good quality battery with plenty of C..........:Cool: Seriuosly I can't give you advice on that, I never have flown in Colorado, but I'm sure you won't be happy with it, my buddy here in Ca. just bought a stock one and he flew it one or two times and pulled the stock unit out and dropped in the 4068-1680. Think about this, you can always sell the stock unit and add some to it and get the upgrade, I seen those stock units go for $60-80 bucks.
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It's been a few years since I had mine but I always loved mine even stock, but admittedly I always felt it lacked some punch. Flew great but a touch under-powered. Good upgrade suggestion DCORSAIR I will have to remember that whenever I pick one up again.My YouTube RC videos:
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Originally posted by flyinhigh042 View PostI’m all but ready for the spring flying season to arrive... I have a question regarding the stock F-15 outrunner. I’ve been getting feedback lately from various people on the Motion RC Facebook fan page that state the outrunner version is lackluster and overall provides poor performance. And, the inrunner upgrade is the only way to go. Any input from members of this group would be greatly appreciated. I have no issue upgrading to the inrunner if it’s worth it.
Would the inrunner upgrade require full replacement of the fan unit? And how about the stock ESC?
Thanks all!
Jeff
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Originally posted by flyinhigh042 View PostI’m all but ready for the spring flying season to arrive... I have a question regarding the stock F-15 outrunner. I’ve been getting feedback lately from various people on the Motion RC Facebook fan page that state the outrunner version is lackluster and overall provides poor performance. And, the inrunner upgrade is the only way to go. Any input from members of this group would be greatly appreciated. I have no issue upgrading to the inrunner if it’s worth it.
Would the inrunner upgrade require full replacement of the fan unit? And how about the stock ESC?
Thanks all!
JeffCheck me out on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/user/gooniac33
I am an RC addict and innovator that loves to share my knowledge with those that need help. Ask me anything via PM if you need help! Check out my Website here https://www.gooniac33.me/
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First flight on mine this weekend, sporty to say the least. Somehow I got ailerons reversed and still didn't catch it in pre-flight. Started my initial turn and it went right instead of left. Thought I felt a gust at that time so thought maybe the wind had bumped it. another slight left input and again right, this time kept rolling at which point I realised what might have happened. Ran the checklist in my head and got some altitude to confirm my initial thoughts. Flew the rest of the pattern and landed safely. I must say it lands beautifully. I have one question and one comment. The flaps seem to have different travel, approximately 3/16" at full factory deflection settings. Has anyone else had this issue? They are spot on in neutral (zero flap).
Second item is just a comment about the batteries above and is purely an observation and personal preference. I tend to fly a little slower than firewall on all my aircraft. I think the aircraft look more realistic in flight. While I fully appreciate the increased aerobatics, etc I find the slower flight just looks more natural, plus I get more battery time. The A-4 was where I first noticed this. The model can reach around 100 mph, but if you do the math for the scale it should really cap around 70-75mph. Just thoughts.
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Check me out on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/user/gooniac33
I am an RC addict and innovator that loves to share my knowledge with those that need help. Ask me anything via PM if you need help! Check out my Website here https://www.gooniac33.me/
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Originally posted by e4dragongunner View PostHey Gooniac.. is that an FMS FAN/Motor Combo?Check me out on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/user/gooniac33
I am an RC addict and innovator that loves to share my knowledge with those that need help. Ask me anything via PM if you need help! Check out my Website here https://www.gooniac33.me/
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Originally posted by gooniac33 View Post
no mine is not. I use a Freewing inrunner housing, Leopard 4082 1600kv motor with a Supreme Hobbies 13 blade rotor. ESC is a Red Brick 200amp and battery is either a 6s 55c 5000 or 6s 50c 6200Current Hanger: FW, F4.F22,F14, Byron T-6, Top Flite P-47, Top Flite P-40, Top RC P-51 H9 P-51, SebArt Avanti, Yellow aircraft Spitfire, T Jeti Extreme Flight EDGE, DS-24 Carbon,
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