Eflite - Draco - 2.0m - Unbox, Build, & Radio Setup 

Your very thoughtful and kind words are well received here! Megan is a pivotal part of the success of the channel, and we get to share in the success or failure this hard work yields. It's like we're rearing another child - LOL ;) Thank you once again for being a part of our success, and while Megan and I both play a part in it, we would have long since given up if it weren't for such a great audience here on RU-vid. Thank you Bendrix Bailey.

It's our pleasure!

Nice! Thanks Capn Pete!!!

@@BrianPhillipsRC No, thank you. This is not the first time your video has helped me out with an issue. Keep on flyin', keep the blue side up!

Thanks, will do! We're so glad you watched, and hope you get the Draco. It is just as good or better than they said, and they said even more than me!!! Draco 2.0m bit.ly/3ttx3ix You know you want one ;)

AWESOME! Thanks Josh!

NICE!!! Glad you had a great experience! She's a dream to look at, and even better to fly!

Thanks Clay!

Hi Clay, my name is Jim Grigsby.

@@56corvette75 hello jim

Our pleasure! Thank YOU William! Glad you're here as one of our "regulars" ;)

Nice! Glad we could help! Eflite did a wonderful job recreating this beauty for us to enjoy! I hope you get one for yourself!

You're welcome, and thank you for watching!

Thanks, and will do!

LOL

Glad you like them!

AWESOME Danny!!! So glad to hear it! This plane is excellent! Get ready for Christmas morning ;)

Thank you so much! We're honored to even be on your radar, let alone get such high ranks ;)

It is as good as they said!

Awesome Brent! So glad for you. This plane is really good; you won't be disappointed!!!

Thanks Lee!

Totally agree!!

Thanks Dave!!!

GOLD START for you stuff!!!!!!!!!!! HH is doing a great job, but they DO need to make some of these in the 1.2m scale and sell the CRAP out of them... so many are afraid of the price, but this plane is a good value. Likewise for me, having watched Mike Patey for a long time too - he is the REAL deal!

YOU can clear it! Minwax hi gloss spray paint. $10 a can at lowes. Usually 3 LIGHT coats. BUT, if u add anything, (i put my ama number on everything i own), do it FIRST b4 clear coating! 👍

Glad it helped - Good luck - You'll LOVE it!

You're welcome, and good luck!!! Awesome plane!

Do you ever answer tech questions? I can’t ever get a hold of horizon! You are what got me back into this crazy hobby and I love all your videos! Keep them coming.

Much appreciated! Thanks Jetman!

Thanks Joe, and good luck with you Draco! What a plane!!!

You're gonna love it Erin!

Glad you liked it! We have some footage coming tomorrow ;) Hope you'll follow our link when you decide to pull the trigger. bprc.me/Draco

Me too - I was doing it on accident at first, then it was like, - what the heck, nothing to loose now!!!

Glad it helped - This plane is simply amazing! It's super pricey but when you get your eyes on the detail, then watch her perform...you forget quickly how much she cost.

Thank you so much! Glad we can help you along! This plane is amazing!

can't wait for that beauty !

Oh boy!!!!! She is a looker, isn't she!?!?! Even though we try, hard to really show the amazing level of detail for an ACTUAL flying model! Can't wait to get one like this in an F-14 ;)

Good for you Rob! It's so much fun, flying RC. I wish you nothing but the best of luck as you get back into the hobby!

Thanks, and for sure, this plane is amazing!

Jay - Thanks for the very kind words, and the feeling you're having waiting for the Draco is palpable, and I don't envy it at all ;) I hope you can get one very soon! As for my wing-woman, you're exactly right about her, she is absolutely essential to our channel's success!!! If you're looking for a way (or ways) to support us, and our channel, here's the most common... 1) Watch the content 2) Like the videos and Share on your social media, if you wish 3) Subscribe and click the bell for notifications 4) Buy from the links in the video description, but also peppered into the comments too. If you're already buying something, you don't have to spend any extra, and we'll get a "pat on the back" from the MFG, or Distributor for your purchase. This really helps us to build clout with said MFG's and Distributors, but we tell them we'll be honest to You, our REAL bosses, and they agree. This is HOW we can afford to review so much, and why my wife tolerates the time commitment demanded for our RU-vid experience. Keep in mind, she is not an RC or Aviation enthusiast, she's just very supportive of me, and my pursuits. I'm a lucky guy! ...but if you were asking where we point others to contribute to a charity that we believe in...If this was what you meant, I could elaborate more, but we don't really like to push our personal charity choices onto others. Charity is a highly personal activity in our lives, and we don't expect others to share in it at all. We do and have supported organizations in the past, but we feel it somewhat faux pax to ask others to do so. Not sure if this was even what you were asking, but if so, hopefully this answers your question. Thanks for being a part of our channel. We're so glad you found it!

It is wonderful! I'm so glad to hear you'll be flying your very own!

I watched the whole episode.... excellent & you explained it sooo well. A lot are saying that we need to look at the latest digital manual & not the old printed one. The flap settings on my Dx9 applied the 2s speed with one change. Loved the flights Getting cooler here ( Autumn/Fall) took the old Apprentice to the beach yesterday for some great flights Keep safe & well family

Thanks Phillip! We try to incorporate these items into our videos, and will keep trying to pepper this stuff in, but doing a specific "how to fly" video, would need to be a whole series. I'll think about how we can incorporate more of this in our upcoming videos!

Thanks!

Thank you! It is a great plane!!! You should get one if you think it was nice...it is nicer than you realize in person, it's so beautiful!!

Thanks steffanan! If you like the home, check out the NEW HOUSE BUILD SERIES Playlist. You can see the whole process from start to finish. We filmed highlights of the process. It's pretty in depth, but some people will think we left out WAY too much ;) Hopefully you'll get a kick out of watching us work so hard to tame this beautiful property. Also, we're still working toward that end, and it's been a TON of work, which we're trying to share too, but it isn't near as popular as the RC stuff, not surprisingly, but we're very proud of the good outcome we've gotten from our hard work, and love when people are interested. Here's a link - ru-vid.com/group/PLXTH0DstRDc5OQbI2A-BmTa1WiZ62pm1K

Hope you enjoyed it!

@@BrianPhillipsRC Absolutely, I normally I build from plan, but since the turbo timber having a couple of foam models in the hanger is great fun :)

More to come! Jealousy on tap here - LOL ;)

Fingers crossed!

Thanks! Glad you stopped by!

Thanks Angel! Glad you're here with us!!!

Thanks Matt! Glad you're getting it, and now you can skip that part of our "training" - keep at it. I'm now a few month's behind on comments, as I can see you've waited for 2 months on this reply - sorry about that, and I did see a couple others of yours today ;) Have you got the Draco yet??? Very good plane, but heavy, and a whole different beast than the Carbon Cub 1.3 S2 ...demands some respect, as she will crash a break easy...but if you fly her right, she'll put out anytime you want it. Love the Draco!

@@BrianPhillipsRC Yes I did buy one. It flies heavy in my opinion but I also don’t horse it around as much as I do my other planes, it intimidates me because of the cost involved with crashing. I kind of wish I would have went with the Carbon Z Cub as I feel like it would fly more my style but I do like the Draco. My current favorite plane to fly is my Pitts 1400. I know you don’t always read follow up comments but if you happen to read this one, change the propeller on your Pitts 1400 to a 16x8. I got that tip from AV8R’s channel and it transforms that plane. Stock I loved the look but thought the performance was lacking, with the simple propeller change it now has the looks and the performance. Try it you’ll love it, and do a third thoughts video with it. Anyway I’m a bit off topic but thanks again for everything Brian and family! Love your videos keep it up!

LOL - Very nice!!!

It really is! I hope you'll get one for yourself! Draco bit.ly/3zi8URp

It was getting REAL! I was legitimately having a really hard time opening it...but I wasn't about to let the BOX win - LOL ;)

Yeah it’s totally an “ Adorable “ looking beast 🐉

Yes sir ! All released at 10am haha.

Horizon let us release the footage early, and you better believe it, we were ALL ready weeks ahead of schedule ;)

Thanks!

You're welcome!

Totally here and awesome!

Awesome! Excited for you Brian!!! It's sooooo good!

It really is! You heli guys are spoiled in that you can basically have a plastic model around the guts of RC helis, which is AWESOME, but planes get too heavy ;( - This plane is the answer to this issue...even though it's heavy at 10 lbs, it flies light on it's feet in the air.

@@BrianPhillipsRC yea my 700 weighs 14lbs but 12s makes it feel light as a feather .

Awesome Jeff! Glad you've got one coming!

Totally!!!

Rules to live by

Enjoy! Long 5 days ;) Well worth it!!! You could have the Radio setup and be flying in like 30 minutes, I bet - you'll be ripping up the box too - LOL!!!

@@BrianPhillipsRC Nooooo.....I'm VERY patient ( NOT).....Can't wait.... Have a great one 😉

@@BrianPhillipsRCGot it today!! Oh dear.....what sould I use the weekend on.....🤣🤣🤣.( non rip unboxing)

Totally!!!

Awesome! you'll love it. This thing is not just Hype!!!

Good idea!

Interesting

Nice! Don't forget the Thrust Reverse - we've been doing it on SWITCH G now ;) You're gonna LOVE IT!

So glad we got this one - it is amazing! Sorry for the slow reply Seth B - I'm JUST now (10:35 PM on 4/26/2021) getting to the first comments form the Draco release!!! This has been a long week, and we have another early release we're fighting to get done for you all ;)

@@BrianPhillipsRC nice can’t wait!!! Lol and no big deal I’m glad that you interact with the people who comment on your videos not many creators do that’s why you’re one of my favorite.

YES!

Thanks! The Draco is amazing!

LOL!!!

Nice! Thanks for the info. I knew that about the ailerons, but didn't about the elevator - thanks! Always learning new stuff in RC / aviation!

@@BrianPhillipsRC me to! Greatest hobby in the world!

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Yes, exactly - I know pilots that can't fly RC, and RC pilots that can totally fly Full scale ;) A lot of Full Scale pilots fly RC because they did it FIRST ;)

@@BrianPhillipsRC true that. I was really surprised to get the response he gave me. Dude can descend from 35k and hit a strip but can’t land a RC bird. Makes me want to buy a G

I didn't wire them up. You can assign a channel. I cover this in the video. The Radio Setup part, you'll see when I get in there, I set it to the KNOB.

COOL!

If you want to copy an easier setup, maybe look at one of our more recent FMS plug and fly planes. we setup an AR630 in an FMS Fox 2.3m the other day, but we added CROW, which isn't necessary and might complicate things for you. Go back to the Fox 3m, and that will be SUPER similar for you...but we used an AR637T...BUT the forward programming is identical.

That's a great idea too, since they will make a BUMP, but not so big or heavy that you'd have to worry about them falling out.

Thanks for sharing. It's just one of those things that everyone knows in RC, but a very small minority of Full Scale pilots understand...usually only AFTER trying it will they understand what I said. P.S. I want to fly Full scale, but still holding off for a variety of reasons...some reasons will start to disappear in the next couple to three years, if the RU-vid thing keeps on track ;)

@@BrianPhillipsRC yes they’re. I honestly enjoy rc planes a little better than full scale. It’s more of a challenge, and not to mention, wayyyyy cheaper lol. Keep the hard work. We all like your videos! Don’t let the dream fade away!

I'm so sorry to hear about your son. That being said, I have to assume he'd love to see you living it up every day! Getting back into the sport you guys shared is an excellent way to honor his memory. I'm so glad you're using this hobby as an outlet, and totally agree about "escaping reality" for a little bit. Sounds like we're going to be playing a bigger part in your life as you get back at it! So glad you're with us, and hope you read my comment, understanding where I'm coming from. These matters, are bigger than a fun hobby, but you know what I mean, I suspect... I want to yell - get out and live out what your son couldn't, but you already beat me to the chase. I hope I never have to copy what you've gone through, and don't mean to bemoan what you're trying to escape, but you make such a compelling argument for others that will eventually stumble on to this thread of comments. Thanks for being here with us!

@@BrianPhillipsRC thank you. Not sure what part of the country you are in but if ypu get down south of Atlanta (way south) let me know and we can take a couple of planes out for a rip. Peace ✌

You mean, on the 2.3m Fox? It was the first time I did that one...but this was a super easy setup. Plug and Fly planes are a bit more involved, but with the new Forward Programming, it's SOOOOOOOOO much easier than it had been. I promise to cover it more, if you keep watching ;)

@@BrianPhillipsRC yes, that was the plane I meant. I want to set up crow on the FMS17 and don’t yet feel confident to do so. Will keep watching and maybe you will show me how again? Thanks. PS I begin to feel I know your yard very well! Still have trouble figuring how far away the tree line is on the right though.

yes. I would say, follow the Unbox, Build, Radio Setup video for the FMS Beaver 2.0m. This will get you in the ball park, EXCEPT for the light module which will cause you some work too.

It's plastic...just painted ;)

Video is up now. Sorry if you picked the wrong one...this is the unbox, build, radio setup video.

@@BrianPhillipsRC 😂 no worries Bud. I was messing wit cha. That’s the first time that I have seen one of your videos right as it was put up.

Got it ;) Thanks L Man

It's great...Do it!

Awesome deal!!! When you're ready for your NX10 - bprc.me/Tx - Good luck!

There is an option for aerotow.

You don't have to at all, OR if you want to keep bound with ONLY AS3X, you could use that 7th channel for light controls... The NX6 is just so good, I hate to see you lose the value you've already got. Can you sell it to someone you know, and get into the NX8??? If so, go for it. They've both been really nice, if that weren't already obvious.

The wizard behind the curtain!

Airbus A380 build series - it's already out there ;) Check it out!!!

I have changed from "A" to the "G" switch to help reduce the risk of this possibility. Sorry for your loss

Okay, sounds like you're real close - you don't want to make TWO CHANEL ASSIGNMENTS, you just make a MIX. This would be CHANNEL ASSIGN for say the "I" switch to AUX 1 (I assume you're using the I switch / Bind Switch, which is pretty popular way to do thrust revers, but not the way I do it generally)...then you'll build a MIX to make either another CHANNEL or a SWITCH do the same function. It sounds like you might have accidentally answered your own question, so I hope my wording isn't going to confuse you any more...but that's what you need to do. You're RIGHT there...just gotta run over the finish line ;) When you do make your MIX, just make sure you test it in a way to keep yourself safe. Thrust Reverse is one of those features that can and does get people HURT, don't be "that guy" ;) Once you're all set, should be no-problemo, but don't want to see you get chopped up - possibly pull the prop for this type of work. Good luck - you got this!

Do you include the tip, since there's technically thread on there?

Sure. I'll look into it, since we'll be putting on Pneumatic tires soon, if all goes to plane.

yes, agreed! they used to do this too, and they used to have "actual" size drawings for each part too...not sure why this stopped???

You're welcome Randy!!! ;)

Robart - Tom ;) RC Stand bit.ly/3bdD1O4

I wouldn't ever upgrade the Servos on this plane, but if you must, I'd just make sure the specs are BETTER, and then you need to be real careful not to overwhelm the current and voltage loading on the BEC. Good luck, but I'm not changing any servos on mine ;)

@@BrianPhillipsRC ok that's a good point I didn't think of that. Cheers Brian I'll keep with the stock ones 🙂👍