ErichF
Key Veteran
Location: Odessa, FL 33556 (Tampa Area)
| I have switched to the MGP now, first on the Caliber 90, and more recently on a new Caliber 6. The system works very well, both governor/limiter and mixture control.
I have told Bob as welll as others, that I too prefer to have a propo rpm control. In contest flying, it is desirable to be able to trim your hover rpm for the conditions you're flying in, without having to rely on pre-programmed flight modes. Bob said he was willing to work this issue, but haven't heard from him in awhile.
Since the unit has a built in "stick switch" function that turns the unit off below 25% throttle input signal, I don't have a need for a dedicated OFF function. I do use all three speeds and temperature settings, since I cannot trim the rpm in real time. On the Caliber 90 I have Norm and Idle1 set for two different hovering conditions, and Idle2 for upstairs aeros. On the Cal6, I also use all three, but really only fly that bird in Idle2 for 3D or Idle1 when doing autos over and over.
A note about mixture control: This feature is NOT for new, inexperienced nitro operators. If you don't know what you are doing, you can really fry an engine with this system. I have heard some chime in that mixture controllers are only for people that can't tune an engine...that is total ignorant BS. If you don't have your engine tuned well to begin with, you can ruin an engine with a mixture controller. Likewise, a shoddy temp sensor install or servo setup will do the same. Conversely, if you have an engine that is well broken-in and tuned slightly on the rich side, the mixture controller will do wonders for your peak performance and fuel consumption. Just food for thought.
Erich
Team Kyosho Regional Field Representative |
