Recent content by MannyDartin

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    Predicting Motor POD failures

    Hey Del, 3DR did not elaborate on what failed in the motor. The Support Tech didn't even ask any questions lol They just asked me for my video of the noise compared to the other Motor Pods. They have shipped me a new Motor Pod. I'll post the video I sent to them so members can hear the noise I...
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    Solo in snow, cold and fog

    I took my Solo out in the fog one day, flew for 20 mins until the battery was drained. I found that there was ice on my propellers... Could have crashed if it got worse. Won't be flying in the mist anymore.
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    Predicting Motor POD failures

    Just an update from 3DR support. They got back to me within 12 hours, and are in the process of sending me a new #4 Motor Pod. I would have appreciated an entirely new Solo but I guess I can't complain. I suggest that if you suspect a Motor Pod of being noisy, send 3DR an email to their...
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    Predicting Motor POD failures

    Hey guys just read this about the motor pods, my #4 is super noisy as well. I just sent in a support request with a video spinning each pod by hand and you can clearly hear the bearings in #4. I'm waiting to see if 3DR will replace it. I'm glad I heard it before I took it out again and had #4...
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    Introduce Yourself...

    Hey everybody, I'm from Vancouver, amateur photographer/videographer, and simply STOKED to see what awesome pics/vids I can get with my Solo. This forum has some great information for people like me who are just starting out, thanks for all the info so far. Happy Flying!! Cheers.