This is going to be one hell of a ride, the Dynam F6F Hellcat!

[magergamer]

This time around, we explore the flight characteristic of the Dynam F6F Hellcat and it is interesting.

[CaptAmerica]

I ordered the Hellcat from Grayson Hobbies because it was on sale. Yes I found quite a few issues and havent even flown it yet. I to had issues with the retracts, the pin that rotates them was hanging up on the rear screw. Took it out and replaced with a screw that didn't have an integrated washer and worked fine. The nav lights have no plugs on them. Supposed to be V2 with flaps. No flap servos, but had plenty laying around, so I installed the flaps. The control clevises pure junk, the pins broke when I attempted to take them off. I just hope it flies.
I also bought the Dynam Waco, had one aileron and one side of the elevator break at the hinge. Going to cut them all off and put nylon hinges after seeing your aileron break off. All the videos I've watched before buying the Hellcat said it was troublesome but flew real well once you got past them. Hopefully this is the case. Dynam seems to have quality in some areas but really lacking in others... bummer. Hope you can fix your Hellcat.

[Wanderlust]

I ordered the Hellcat from Grayson Hobbies because it was on sale. Yes I found quite a few issues and havent even flown it yet. I to had issues with the retracts, the pin that rotates them was hanging up on the rear screw.

I ordered a replacement set of retracts after my gear broke on takeoff. they are not as good looking, and the "pants" wont go back on them, but they are way more reliable than the ones it came with.

[rifleman_btx]

I just went with the eflite 1.2m corsair retracts for that same reason.

[MichaelJ]

Looked pitchy

[MichaelJ]

CG was off or too much throw, I would mod the heck out of it if I had one..

[Grossman56]

My thoughts too, looked like the rates were too high and the plane was way tail heavy. Check that CG, looks like that's a major problem.

Grossman56

[Ole-Timer]

:Scared: LOL Poor Hellcat, entertaining as heck though! Next...!

[AZFlyer]

This time around, we explore the flight characteristic of the Dynam F6F Hellcat and it is interesting.

That's exactly what I've always seen about Dynam planes. I'll never buy one. Friend at my field had the Dynam FW-190 and it had a lot of problems, too.

This video was all I needed to see to know I'll never buy one.

[wvrailfan]

I have not had the Hellcat, but I have and have had several Dynam planes. They are a low to mid point priced RC planes and I have had to replace a servo or two and had to hinge or re glue some control surfaces. That said, I have never had anything as bad as what this video indicates and I wonder how much of the problem was failure to set the plane up correctly, or how much was just to make the video entertaining. Freeze the video just as the plane rolls over to crash and you see the aileron is still attached to the plane. A quick check on YouTube shows plenty of successful Hellcat maidens.

I have two Dynam WACOs, one with over 400 flights on it. I had to replace the ESC after about 100 flights, but it is still one of my "go to" planes. I flew a Dynam Seawind for a couple of years before getting the Flyzone and giving my Dynam to a friend, who is still flying it. I have had both the Dynam C-47 and PBY, which were both nice flying planes that look good in the air. The Dynam Turbojet is a very nice flying plane, but needs the wings reinforced if you are doing anything more than scale flying.

I don't have them but at my club a guy flies the Dynam Crop Duster and loves it and we have a guy who flies the crap out of a Dynam A-10 every week. He had to replace the ESCs and he flies it on 4 cell, it screams.

So yeah, you do need to check and double check control surfaces and electronics, but I do that on every plane. For the price, you generally get a nice airframe and "okay" components. Do some due diligence and you will be rewarded with a good plane for the money.

I'm not going to say there are not some Dynam products out there with issues, in fact I know that a couple of their more recent releases have issues because they hurried development and failed to implement suggestions made by folks here at MRC. However, I don't let one negative video deter me from an entire brand.

JB

[OV10]

WELL SAID WV ;)
The video is not a PSA but more of a show of blatant incompetence.

[Wanderlust]

Here is the unboxing and build video....

[Woodcock]

Interesting review, listen it's a Dynam that's fact. This plane was set up wrong from the get go, that's all there is to it. I think we can all agree that you can not fly a Dynam right out of the box. For those of us that have successfully operated Dynam planes,(especially the Hellcat) know the Dynam retracts need to be changed right out of the box with E-flights. This is a widely known issue. Flying with the stock retracts is a BOZO NO NO, (these guys knew it LOL) Another widely known issue is to always re-enforce all control hinges. These are givens! I would never spend over 130 dollars for one of these, and they can be had for this price from General Hobbies. The plane in the video obviously had an aft CG. This was a Dynam plane bash and simple. Pretty much all Dynam's like to be nose heavy. Just ask Ryan or Mike they will conform this.

In my opinion, (as I have one of these) and there are at least 3 others at one of the clubs I fly at. They are a really great flying plane when someone takes the time to set it up right. Actually I think it is an exceptional flyer, but heck, you know how opinions are. LOL

So it was a nice video, pretty well done, I enjoyed it. Problem is they didn't do the plane justice. Don't take my word for it by all means. I'm pretty sure others will comment on this.

If you are not willing to go the extra needed to make one of these models fly right, they are not the plane for you plain and simple. But if you are, you will have a great plane, at an exceptional price point.

Best Regards
Woody

[Mad Baron]

WELL SAID WV ;)
The video is not a PSA but more of a show of blatant incompetence.

If they set the CG up correctly it would have flown better. I don't think I will be watching any of these videos since it kind of ticks me off how they beat these planes up. I only have 1 Dynam plane a B-26 and with proper setup its one of my favorite planes.

[Woodcock]

Easy Mad "DOG" Baron. LOL These guys are gamer's. Ya just gotta consider the source mate. Ever since the whole online gamer craze has kinda hit rock bottom, they're trying to find different ways to agitate people. Hey I been over in Asia for the last 2 weeks, did you ever fly that plane you fixed?

Best Regards
Woody

PS I'm a little disappointed no one even missed me. : (

[Mad Baron]

Woody,
Didn't know you were gone to Asia. Still waiting for some decent weather its been raining a lot here and we get a good day I'm stuck at work:Angry:. Hopefully I will get it in the air in next few weeks.

[BRGT350]

No doubt that a Dynam needs a little work out of the box to get them ready to fly. I have their PBY and it isn't bad, but not a plane that you get, assemble, and fly. Nothing major to fix, just all sorts of little things that need to be worked out. Judging from a number of sources, the PBY may be better than most Dynam products. I don't see me buying another one in the future. I won't bother watching the video and adding to the view count, which is the main purpose of all the posting as of lately.

As for a Hellcat, I am really happy with the Tower Hobbies Hellcat. I found one for $35 at an estate sale and decided to give it a try. It is a really simple, stable, and easy flying plane. I love the smaller scale that allows me to toss it in the car and fly it. The Dynam Hellcat has always looked impressive, but not one that I would jump on.

[BILLY BOY]

I encountered the same thing. All of the problems you had, I had. The aileron did not however come off as yet. I ordered another set of retracts but have not installed them as yet. I will probably take her up again with the knowledge that it will more than likely be a parts plane. I have a couple other Dynam models that are not the best either. The Albatross, I have not flown yet. It might be a better performer due to the fact that there are no flaps or retracts to get in the way.

[Tate]

I encountered the same thing. All of the problems you had, I had. The aileron did not however come off as yet. I ordered another set of retracts but have not installed them as yet. I will probably take her up again with the knowledge that it will more than likely be a parts plane. I have a couple other Dynam models that are not the best either. The Albatross, I have not flown yet. It might be a better performer due to the fact that there are no flaps or retracts to get in the way.

With a name like Albatross it's predestined to fail.

[Woodcock]

With a name like Albatross it's predestined to fail.

"I think it was a good luck charm for sailors until some body killed it" Captain Malcolm Reynolds.

Woody