Recent content by MikeB2308

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    Tablet or Phone Dimensions for Mavic..

    Thank You.....****...I want that Mavic....Just afraid that I might not be able to see a smaller tablet/phone too well....:(
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    Tablet or Phone Dimensions for Mavic..

    I have an Nvidia K1.....Looks too big for the Mavic holder.....Any thoughts B4 I take the plunge on the mavic?
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    What if it has shell cracks?

    I tried that on the 3rd phantom that cracked. Didn't do a **** thing.....Still cracked at the motor screws.
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    What if it has shell cracks?

    I just went through (4) Four Standards (all brand new) that developed cracks after as little as 2 flights and as much as 8 flights. All flown very gently. I would heed the advice that the gentlemen above gave you and return it. After every flight check with a magnifying glass for tiny cracks. If...
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    Cracked Shell Phantom 3 Standard

    In my original post, I stated that I would try one more Standard and if that cracked, I would call it a day. I lied. I tried 3 more for a total of 4, all 4 suffered from cracks around the motor screws. I flew them all very gently. I'm now looking at an Autel XSTAR Premium......My Phantom 1 still...
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    Cold IMU calibration thoughts

    Put my Phantom in the refrigerator for 20 minutes yesterday after having about a 1-2 minute "warm-up" time....Worked perfectly...Just make sure the room you calibrate it in is not humid and do it immediately...Take battery out while in fridge.... Might as well calibrate gimbal after imu...
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    Cracked Shell Phantom 3 Standard

    Bought a brand new Standard at BJ'S last week. About 7 flights later, I noticed the dreaded cracked shell under one of the motors. 4 cracks in a starburst pattern around one of the screws. I promptly returned the bird and received a new one. DJI has one more chance. If this one cracks, I'm done...
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    Video I made chasing an S1000RR BMW. AWESOME!

    Badass!! Well done!
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    Ethical dilemma

    Easy answer...Honesty is the BEST policy...
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    When is it just too windy ?

    Had my Phantom2 out in NJ the other day and the wind was gusting to 25mph...No problem whatsoever...The newer birds must be finicky...
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    DJI Phantom 3 Pro Now Only $799.00

    Wonder if it has the new motors and shell?
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    Pro vs Adv 2.7k video

    That vid looks "soft" to me....maybe condensation and moisture on the lens....