Duralites came in today

[hbomb]

reading through the directions it says to shock mount the regulator,I understand this.also says to shock mount the switch in the switched models as well.any suggestions on doing this,I assume you don't mount it in the factory raptor spot as it does not seem to fit
THANKS

[DebianDog]

I put the battery on the underside of the tray and mount the reg. with double-sided sticky tape on top of the tray. I would show you a pic but the Raptor is apart. :(

The switch will fit on the 60.

[WillJames]

Use your Dremel and make the factory switch position work on teh Raptor. Your HD switch will fit fine, just needs a little work withte Dremel for a custom fit.

[hbomb]

Hey thanks for the replies.I thought a bout doing that but when the directions say to shock mount the switch i didnt know how to shock mount it.
So it will be OK in the stock lacation then?
Thanks Dan and Will

[hbomb]

I rapped the reg.in foam and mounted it under the battery tray then the battery and rx also in foam and mounted on top of the tray.

[Blair]

The reg generates "some" heat so you don't want to wrap it in foam.
I think the instructions even say to have it so the air can get to it.

Mine is gyro taped to the frame with a velcro strap over it for insurance.

B.

[WayneBrown]

I used double sided heavy-duty exterior tape from 3M to mount all my Duralite stuff, followed by a stretchy velcro strap for an extra margin of security.
Hit the local Home Depot or Lowe's to find the velcro and tape.
BTW: The units really need airflow to prevent overheating.

[hbomb]

Thanks for the help I will remount it the way you said
THANKS AGAIN

[WillJames]

The clear 3M tape is what I use on teh battery packs. I use 2 or 3 layers of it, or the Zeal tape, then Velcro strap just like Wayne is saying. It has worked great for years and many helis.

[hbomb]

Thanks Will Im all set .Now if I can get some good weather to fly.
6" on snow overnight and 3 -7" more today.I think winter finally got here

[WillJames]

I know what you mean Henry, weather sucks here as well. :arggg: Snow at least a dusting for the last 3 nights. Come on summer!!!

[hbomb]

Hello Will,Ive gotten kinda spoiled this winter,40's and upper 50's in January is rare around here.
Snowing here now and 19 degrees.Highs this week 22 or so.
COME ON SUMMER!!! :mrgreen:

[Clintstone]

Henry, the double sided tape and the velcro is the trick. My Sisrer-in-law lives in Syracuse but they are looking at houses in VA this weekend so there may not be anymore trips up there...........never found anyone to fly with on those trips............... :(

[WayneBrown]

I built the Apple store in the mall, I never found anyone to fly with either.. :(

[hbomb]

Hey Clint and Wayne Thanks for the reply and the help.
I know what your talking about.Ive emailed several of them and have yet to get a reply from them.I was trying to talk to a guy the other day at a hobby shop in Syracuse and had to chase him around the store talking to his back.I guess they don't want to be bothered by a newbie. :arggg:
If any of you guys do get a chance to get up here give me a shout.
I fly by myself 100% of the time so it wont be crowded :D
I actually live about 20 minutes north of Syracuse
I used to work for an insulation company in Marietta called General Insulation you ever heard of it?I don't know if they are still in business now.

[WayneBrown]

You up near Paris, NY?

[hbomb]

Im not to far from Parish not sure where paris is tho,