I am new to formation flying here, long time combat guy.
I have an X-52 and found a ton of info on modding the hall's in it tonight. Evidently there are some magnet holders in it attached to a gear that adds some play in the positioning. These can be removed and attached directly to the plate behind them resulting in a zero play response.
I'm trying to learn to fly with this stick to see if it is possible. This mod seems applicable to anyone trying to do the same thing as I do. I just realized that when I am trying to fly either wing or slot, I am moving the stick a lot more than I probably need to. This results in a sore arm and not so precise flight path.
I will document this more when I try mine.
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Re: X-52 Owners
Hey,dudeman750 wrote:I am new to formation flying here, long time combat guy.
I have an X-52 and found a ton of info on modding the hall's in it tonight. Evidently there are some magnet holders in it attached to a gear that adds some play in the positioning. These can be removed and attached directly to the plate behind them resulting in a zero play response.
I'm trying to learn to fly with this stick to see if it is possible. This mod seems applicable to anyone trying to do the same thing as I do. I just realized that when I am trying to fly either wing or slot, I am moving the stick a lot more than I probably need to. This results in a sore arm and not so precise flight path.
I will document this more when I try mine.
I'm a slot guy, and I have an X-52. I was thinking of getting a pro, but it's not worth it because I'm going to get a Cougar. What are some worthwhile X-52 mods?
For almost every formation pilot who uses the X-52, I would suggest to maintain your joystick by cleaning and oiling it (with some special oil for sure), to have an optimal smooth pull for loops and rolls.
Some time ago I posted about it in the VTS forum:
Click here
Some time ago I posted about it in the VTS forum:
Click here
If you're in the USA, you're probably not going to find "Ballisto Oil" at Home Depot, so I'll go ahead and suggest getting some kind of GREASE, not oil. Most White Lithium grease is excellent for use in vicinity of plastics, it does not break them down. Any grease that is not Petroleum-based should do okay. Do NOT use WD-40. Another plus to using grease instead of oil is that it will stay on the plastic plate and not dry off. Just use it in moderation so you don't have it oozing out all over the base of the stick!
Good luck!
Good luck!
It's an oil, so you'll have to reapply, but Pam is better than WD-40 because at least it's not petroleum-based. There are no set "curves" for each particular stick, it's just based on preference. Frazer posted this the other day, it might help you get started in finding what you prefer:
http://forum.virtual-airshows.com/index ... 446.0.html
As an example, I have no deadzones and more shallow curves than Frazer.
http://forum.virtual-airshows.com/index ... 446.0.html
As an example, I have no deadzones and more shallow curves than Frazer.