Model Boat Mayhem
Technical, Techniques, Hints, and Tips => The "Black Arts!" ( Electrics & Electronics ) => Topic started by: STEVO on June 18, 2010, 11:09:54 pm
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Before i refit my old Smit London out would i be correct in assuming that the above electronics are generally considered to be the best suited.
Stevo. O0
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As they are one of the forum sponsors I would think they are >>:-( >>:-(
Jim.
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The fact that ACTion Electronics are Forum sponsors does not necessarily dictate whether their gear is the most suitable or not. However, the fact that proprietor Dave Milbourn is an active member of this forum, and is ever ready, and always willing to give assistance when required, means a great deal when choosing suitable electronics for your model. His wiring diagrams are miniature masterpieces, and worth their weight in gold when it comes time to wire up all that electronic wizardry :-)).
Before you ask, yes, I am a very satisfied user of some of Dave's products, and I had to buy them, just like everyone else O0 {-)
Peter.
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And the after service,whether it be plans or electrics is second to none,dont get that with cheap chinese bought from elsewhere.
And advise is free,a pm is answered soon after you ask your question.
Just another happy customer
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I haven't been a customer, YET, but given what I have read and heard of FLJ's after sales support, and suport via this website, I would have no hesitation in using his products.
There is also the fact that he has spent many years in the modelling industry, before becoming the man behind Action.
I have no connection with Dave, (FLJ), or the company, but plan to soon become one of his ' staisfied customers '.
Peter
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my 5 channel frigate is powered and controlled by Dave Milbourns units and he helped me get it right after some time of trying on my own. give him a try you can not do worse than ask.
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I bought a speed controller after trying a couple of others first. Action Electronics continue to operate down to about 2 volts rather than the 5-6 volts of others. With a boat you can feel the loss of voltage performance so do not need the cut out that the airplane ones have.
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Daves gear is excellent as is the personal service I have it in several of my boats and I havent found better.
Dave also has considerable experience in model boat design so he knows what is required.
I am not related, just a member of the fan club. :-))
Daves wiring Diagram for the Smit Rotterdam.
http://www.action-electronics.co.uk/pdfs/Smit%20Rotterdam%20-%20Ken%20Brotherton.pdf
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Richard, after all these unsolicited testimonials do you think we can look forward to significant discounts on our next ACTion purchases? %) O0 {-)
Are you reading this Dave (FLJ)?? :D
Peter.
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I saw Dave today at the Northern model boat show, he says,
"Hi to all Mayhemers!!"
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Hi Dave,
Struth you poor bloke <:( <:( looks like he hurt his finger. %% %% %%
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Very nice, Dave, and the same to you :o {-) So does that mean definitely no discounts? {:-{
Peter.
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I have a feeling it might have some bearing on your request Peter. never mind good try though mate
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Clever thumbs on twin stick 8) gets the biggest 'discount in action' every time. ;)
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Very nice, Dave, and the same to you :o {-) So does that mean definitely no discounts? {:-{
Peter.
See what you've done now Peter. Don't mention discounts again >>:-( >>:-( >>:-( >>:-(
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I saw Dave today at the Northern model boat show, he says "Hi to all Mayhemers!!"
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And he's not even smiling...somebody must have mentioned that word "discount".
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Hi Dave,
Struth you poor bloke <:( <:( looks like he hurt his finger. %% %% %%
Have you blokes noticed how even when he types out his replies, RaaArtyGunner manages to do it with an Aussie accent. Incredible. :-))(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p8/DickyD_photos/drinking25.gif)
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Have you blokes noticed how even when he types out his replies, RaaArtyGunner manages to do it with an Aussie accent. Incredible.
Yes, and it's even in red, just like Oz is in my atlas.
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Methinks somethun iz goin on %) %) but Can't put me finger on it. %% %% or shood me finger be up in da air
It'll com ta me. :} :} :kiss:
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Yes, and it's even in red, just like Oz is in my atlas.
Dis is RED <*< <*<
Imma uzin Maroon. O0 O0
Peter will understand Blues & Maroons :-)) :-))
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Methinks somethun iz goin on %) %) but Can't put me finger on it. %% %% or shood me finger be up in da air
It'll com ta me. :} :} :kiss:
Brilliant :-))
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Clever thumbs on twin stick 8) gets the biggest 'discount in action' every time. ;)
Whatever suits you, sir.
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Dave,(FLJ)
Are you still trying for sympathy with that scratch on your finger!!!!
Bob
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Dave,(FLJ)
Are you still trying for sympathy with that scratch on your finger!!!!
Bob
I don't actually recall mentioning it, mon petit choux. Martin asked me to hold it up for a photo and, being a helpful and obliging sort of soul, I simply obliged.
Would you like to see a photo of it sans dressing? :o
FLJ (Finger Like Jelly)
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Well marra, what did you dee to de digit? I have my own theory, however, did you get it stuck in that evil looking till which Liz acquired???? :-))
I had a spooky feeling when I first set eyes on dat till, it did look kinda evil - like something that would bite ya!
or could it be you are giving everybody the finger cos that is the way you feel %% %%
Joking apart, hope you well.
aye
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Well marra, what did you dee to de digit? I have my own theory, however, did you get it stuck in that evil looking till which Liz acquired???? :-))
I had a spooky feeling when I first set eyes on dat till, it did look kinda evil - like something that would bite ya!
or could it be you are giving everybody the finger cos that is the way you feel %% %%
Joking apart, hope you well.
aye
Not suggesting Dave was caught with his finger in the till, are you John ? %)
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Not suggesting Dave was caught with his finger in the till, are you John ? %)
No Dicky, I am not implying that at all - i.e. that Dave steals from his own till - what I am implying is that the speed of the drawer on the till has been increased so that it opens and closes in a split second doesnt it Liz and Dave :} :} :} this was modified so that when Steamboat Phil passed his laminated £20 over at the next show, it could be safely housed in the till drawer without it escaping. Did you ever manage to get that £20 off Steamboat Phil :-)) :-))
aye
john
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Trust that digit is improving now Dave, would like to table a motion for a new table without Teef!
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Rex
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I have been sworn to secrecy that Dave is intending another career as a Russ Conway impersonator, and this is the first step on the downward slide.
The till was supplied by the same company that provided the "Open all hours" till, which is an alternative explanation.
While at the CADMA show I got one of is "servo swingers". A magic piece of kit, now I can play with my servos and ESCs and such without trying to remember where I hid my transmitter, or, having found it, remembering to switch the dumn thing off after use and before taking it to the pond. I've been meaning to get one or make one for ages. Having got one for less than the parts would have cost from one of the major retail parts suppliers, I reckon that every home should have one. Gather round and contribute to Daves Savlon fund.