Few Questions from a Newbie

[concreteturtle]

Hi All,

I'm just starting out and have a few questions regarding subs in Oz...

- What frequency should I be after in the radio gear for my upcoming kit. I understand that 2.4Ghz is a no go, but what else is legal in Australia. Any suggestions on a good place to pick up this gear?

- Are there any hobby shops around the place that bring in kits? I've spoken to a few, but no-one seems to know of any.

Anyway, thanks for reading and I look forward to hearing from you,

Concrete Turtle

[slats]

Hi mate

36Mhz and 40Mhz are

Hi mate

36Mhz and 40Mhz are legal.

Nope to Australian Hobby stores - by online.

John

[redboat219]

Have you tried the Deep

Have you tried the Deep Down site?

http://graysubs.tripod.com/

Click on the items on the left side.

Be sure to check out the Model Submarine Systems Australia (MSSA) link.

http://graysubs.tripod.com/home_page.htm

They have a 1/72 scale Los Angeles class kit.

[concreteturtle]

Hi again all,

Just a quick

Hi again all,

Just a quick follow up regarding radio gear. I'm looking at getting a 36/40MHz Tx / Rx. Are computer radios (PCM) a good idea for subs?

Any suggestions where is a good place to buy JR from here in Oz.

Thanks again guys.

CT

[slats]

Yes you can go computer

Yes you can go computer radio Angus, but get a computer radio that is PPM = FM NOT PCM

PCMs don't work too well with model boat ESCs that typically have a fail safe and don't work well either with fail safes linked to the blow / surface system servo either.

PCM was designed for flyers not boaters or submariners.

I use the Futaba 6 ch computer radio for Castle Hill Hobbies.

Best

John