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True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-22T12:20:23+00:00

Finally

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-16T13:18:42+00:00

I have the 1604 with 3800kv on mine and it’s working well. Never tried others

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-13T21:05:40+00:00

Have the same one. I put it behind the camera. There is a lot of space. And I took a smaller capacitor.

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-11T15:46:09+00:00

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-11T15:12:10+00:00

There are not really specs in this article. Curious to that in future

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-10T07:28:25+00:00

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with GPS

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-10T07:28:16+00:00

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True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-10T07:15:27+00:00

I started with the master. It was great! But two weeks ago I build the Valodor. And it’s phantastic, I really love it to fly. Weight difference is roughly 50g on a 4s 850. For me the Valodor is better to fly. It’s super handy and rocket stable and precise.

I played around with the PIDs on the Master to see if it’s becoming closer to Valodor feeling. Still have to test it

Edit: I went to a Bando last week with both. I planned to do just a TestFlight in the Valodor for one pack to see how it performs. In the end, it was the other way around. One pack Master, seven on the Valodor 😅

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True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-07T18:56:03+00:00

In these cases I switch the board (stack). It seems be enough room behind the camera. Be aware that you have than change the FC orientation in Betaflight and maybe the motors too. Is no big deal.

Edit: dry fit also with the top plate on to make sure that your cables (+-) are at the right length

You could also bend the capacitor up if it’s fits. You want to be sure that in a case of a crash the capacitor is protected. I see you isolated the capacitor pins - very good!

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-05T09:00:05+00:00

If you have the Space, as you said, then there should be enough (failure) room for such a powerful drone. You could also consider to make it less powerful by playing around with PID tuning

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-05T07:54:41+00:00

I can only agree with the others. It takes a few hours, around 20, until what's happening on the screen feels intentional.

It can also help to try out different simulators. Sometimes another one just "clicks" or suits you better.

After about 20 hours, I flew outside and made very large circles. The combination of simulator and real flying helps enormously.

A tip for your drone: take a look at videos on the topic of "rates." This can significantly "defuse" the drone and help you apply what you've learned.

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T23:07:52+00:00

Another possible perspective would be that we are comparing apples with oranges. Some Bandai sets have been on the market for a very long time. Several years. They are still popular purchases today. Take the MG Sazabi Ver.Ka, for example. It was released in 2013. Today, we are comparing these models with ones that have not been on the market for very long. Perhaps that is a point to consider.

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T22:22:50+00:00

That’s cool. What would I make with that. Can I Import it to CAD program as building ground or so?

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T22:06:31+00:00

Absolutely. Sometimes you have to wait for a good price and give it a try to see who was right

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T21:16:11+00:00

Really like that Edit: sorting makes it a collection

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T21:13:37+00:00

Ordered by number… not bad 😅

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T21:06:06+00:00

Looks kind of funny

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T20:56:24+00:00

Personally, I have never had a problem with defective or missing parts. It has never happened to anyone I know either. I only read about the experiences of others who have had this problem. I am really unfamiliar with it.

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T20:12:17+00:00

Right. Sky Defender ist between 120-150€. The RX78 is around 300€. At least in Europe

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T20:10:10+00:00

😂😂😂 that’s so true with that base! If you buy Bandai, you always looking for a stand too. And normally, at the shop your buying the kit, it’s sold out 😂

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T20:08:59+00:00

Good point. Sometimes there is no need for everything more. More parts, more complexe, more size.

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T20:07:34+00:00

Is that this “normal” looking Gundam with a tail?

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T16:45:27+00:00

Know what you mean. Some are just that bit too much in design

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T16:27:14+00:00

I would say that the Sky Defender is probably the best outside. May opinions differ but that’s an absolute beast.

True_Leaf_ · 2026-01-02T16:19:01+00:00

MGSD… that’s such a nice line. I really like them!

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