JB's Perfect Freestyle Quadcopter | FULL BUILD VIDEO

[@loganfpv8334]

Am I the only one wishing that I had property like JB’s to fly.

[@officialconnorthomas3968]

your not alone.

[@divingfalconfpv4602]

I got lucky found historic farm place next to my house I go fly at. Almost always empty. Just avoid anyone of I see them.. my backyard way too small and my neighbors would flip if I flew loud 5" freestyle

[@indus49]

I'd love to fly it, but not to maintain it.

[@loganfpv8334]

Yeah, I live next to a battle field from the revolutionary war but they are no fly zones

[@divingfalconfpv4602]

@@loganfpv8334 oh shit.. that be awesome if it wasnt

[@1nobillyno]

JB's perfect build made from parts that are only in stock for KZbinrs. Only half-serious. Great vid as always JB!

[@1nobillyno]

Seriously though, I would be a couple thousand dollars deeper into the hobby if parts were in stock. I guess its a good thing?

[@MatteoMi]

When will the solar panels on your roof be added to liftoff? :D

[@janickithomas]

And wife's and baby's yard too;-)

[@Khalinakhe]

Asking the questions of utmost importance here.

[@Nothereforthechase]

Need an update really 😅

[@skyweaver3199]

Lmao

[@skyweaver3199]

@@janickithomas you can fly that little area , there just isn't anything there.

[@richardwallinger1683]

gifted sort of guy ... amazing piloting . at 76 year old i am barely managing to hover my FPV drone . my first attempt at flying around was going like I was expecting .. UNTIL the screen /video ling went AWOL. I hadn,t a clue where my beloved drone was . i didn,t have a spotter .. all of the usual beginners screw ups I managed to commit all at once . My Eyesight and a faulty transmitter ended my weekly trips to the aerodromo to socialise with the other nuts .Love your videos .

[@sercanalnca1962]

I think the main programmer of Liftoff sim he gives his name to the lap when i flight in liftoff sim in bardwell’s backyard. A few times ago i started to watch your videos and now i understood a lot of company and guys love you sooo much. Thanks all of those knowledge that share us. Best regards from Turkey.

[@parker1ray]

One thing that I absolutely hate about KZbin is all of the trolls who will be negative about anything you post. Most of the time they have never posted a comment on their own and hunt for people to harrass and usually resort to calling names. I actively seek them out and use intellect to put them in their place. Loose the trolls!

[@jcfpv3454]

There is nothing better than when you site down and have all your parts to start your build.

[@TheBigGuy78]

Well Joshua, as a very new person to FPV, I just ordered your signature frame, FC, Runcam, and a few other things and will attempt my own build. Thanks so much! I joined your patreon as well. Appreciate what you do!

[@nikfpv3456]

JB you're killin' me with that orange tape!

[@dingbatfpv]

He'd fully admitted it's a meme at this point but still, "perfect" build and its bright bloody red

[@ArbeeAerials]

If nothing else, this video introduced me to using blu-tack or putty to hold the wiring harness while taking cables out. GENIUS! ❤️

[@havoc_64]

I know right! Josh sold me on Blue Tack a while ago!...but it stinks bad when you hit the iron against it...lol

[@Tyfeen]

This intro was so good vides. That smile was like a child!

[@cristiancanales7709]

Hey Bardwell , thanks for introducing me to the hobby it been a pretty good learning experience and a great way to deal with the constant covid lockdowns in my area.

[@willkirschner7756]

Let’s go the video we have all been waiting for

[@allegorx58]

it’s 2021 bro. We left “let’s go” in 2020.

[@Bludz]

What an awesome guy you are, thank you for recommending the HaloRC Osiris. I can also now recommend the QAV-S JB Edition as I have flown your frame now too and it is freaking awesome!

[@FPVExchange]

I don’t know if it’s anyone else, but I always like to do my builds while someone else is doing theirs. Can’t wait to watch! Always love some nice build tips slong the way

[@papamidnightfpv]

33:32 I wonder if this is why my fresh built source one has noise when armed. I think I have the cam and or vtx on vbat bc it's a 1600mw vtx...

[@american.rc1]

About time…. Stoked to build mine out. :)

[@kevinanderson1096]

She sounds so good, nice ripping!

[@fabienfafou8944]

🇫🇷 Hello, if your videos were translated into French, it would be great because a lot of French are watching you. Thanks for all your videos. You're great

[@JonWheeler84]

I love the red tape!!!! You have gave me the confidence to sport my yellow tape!!! Eff the h8ers!!!

[@brendanzaebst9011]

Need more rampup power. Youll love it even more. PROMISE MY FRIEND!

[@miguelboisvert7375]

How do you tell? Just curious

[@danieladelodun9547]

5:30 Liked the video for this explanation. Respect the honesty.

[@flibri5508]

This is like what, your 5th or 6th "perfect build" now? Six months ago: Perfect Build Sixteen months later: Perfect Build!

[@JoshuaBardwell]

No, sorry. This is my 2nd "perfect freestyle build" and I have also done a "perfect racing build". That's it. Three in total. And the first "perfect freestyle build" was over 2 years ago. Honestly, it's hard to know where people come up with these ideas.

[@viciousavacado4941]

Lol did someone wake up on the wrong side of the bed

[@ap308]

Forgot to mention what 6s battery you were using for optimal flight time and performance. Thanks for the detailed build video. Still waiting on my lost fpvcrate to arrive.

[@KellDogg1965]

I’ve been waiting two weeks for mine! It’s making me crazy waiting!!!

[@waynesworld8930]

miss you ,broke my quad cant afford the parts .but soon as i get back to work im building this you have ment so much to me and iv learn so very much thanks JB

[@3dprintingworld756]

Do I look happy today? Here's why: (whips out bag of crack)

[@LehtusBphree2flyFPV]

He looks more of a 420 flying guy

[@thegeniuspig9587]

i liked the video before even the first second. why? because I have been waiting for this exact video for so long and you are just awesome!

[@ninjamonkeyfpv8855]

I'm going to be building mine this weekend.. Two year old JB F4 stack, JB Phoenix2, two year old racerstar motors, IRC ghost hybrid, and a hydro dipped QAV-S Bardwell..

[@ClubbyGT]

Awesome build,looking forward too the betaflight setup vid /upload tomorrow 👍

[@havoc_64]

What’s the KV and size of those motors? And the mounting holes on the back, are they spaced for 20mm?

[@quinlans1670]

hey i'm wondering what the cost of everything is not including shipping?

[@fraz071097]

me too

[@SesshomaruSama15]

LOL

[@cyoung300]

Blue electrical tape is my go to...LOL. Love the red electrical tape!!

[@robsabadfriend]

About to start ordering parts to build this as my first drone. Love all the information this man has passed on to me. :D thanks for the entertainment/knowledge!!!!!!

[@Johnellenberger1]

Kick ass frame,... kick ass setup! Got my QAV-S!!!

[@pkvillager]

I love the FPVcycle imperials on my Apex!

[@Bill14886]

Joshua, as far as the power leads: grind down and sand the camera side carbon plate leaving a nice gap for those 2 leads to pass through. Easy Peary fix. No rubbing or binding. Finish with zip tie.

[@cgmiller82]

Be honest... in all the time you've been flying in your yard, how many times have you hit the wires? :)

[@wrstew1272]

Chris- I’ve thought that exact thing on different occasions, but it came up again a couple of times in this video

[@rawk-steadyfpv1571]

Hello JB, congrats on finally getting your perfect build. You look so excited. I just want to know what the all up weight is for the HD version. Thanks

[@JoshuaBardwell]

With hero 8, analog, and 1000 mAh 6s, it weighs 702 grams. I haven't weighed it on DJI yet but about 15 grams more. I. Would typically fly it on hero 7 which saves maybe 20 grams.

[@rawk-steadyfpv1571]

Thanks I am planning my next freestyle build and I want to use a hero 8 with the nebula pro. It seems the more my skills progress the more weight conscious I become. Or more appropriately, thrust to weight conscious. I really dig the changes you made on the QAV-S. Would you be willing to add 5.5 inch (prop diameter) arms as an option? I would definitely buy one. I have a 6 inch QAV-R2 and I love it but it feels big. I think the 5.5 inch revolution is coming. I want the QAV-S JB edition to be my first.

[@RobinDuckett]

He's so happy ❤️

[@fatgus6618]

i have never seen him so happy

[@johncarold]

Hi Josh Great video on your favorite build. I just finished my QAV-S and I can't wait to fly it. I just built mine a little different. I used the JB F7, and Holybro Tekko32 ESC, Caddx Ratel starlight, RUCH TANK, and NBD FLOW 2306.5 1850kv motors. On 6s. Thanks again for the video and information about your perfect freestyle build.

[@peculiarhumanbiped]

I just ordered your frame :) Can't wait to build it! This will become my Shark Byte quad.

[@dapolyfpv4004]

ok .. so this is the "PERFECT" build ... what would make it the "ULTIMATE PEERFECT" build is to get it built byJB himself. Even with a wee extra fee - I be happy to know that I have the ULTIMATE PERFECT build - built by JB himself. Thats what I have learnt from this video.

[@orionmec]

Damn Josh, were you trying to make me dizzy! hahahhaa, nice flying.

[@CreepyBoris]

I'd love to build this, too bad everything is sold out and on backorder everywhere :( I hope this chip shortage ends soon.

[@JamesManimal]

after this chip shortage ends, bitcoin goes back to being a 'normal' price or the difficulty increases so much so that a graphics card will be pointless the prices will drop and we can get back to buying stuff just to try it out.

[@KernsJW]

Chicken wings will drop in price well before that will happen. And mcu6000 may never come back

[@philsonnenberg6092]

I am building an "in stock" version of JBs perfect build. Should be more than decent when done. Only big difference in mine is I fly 4s and analog so... JB frame - SpeedyBee F7 V2 30x30 3-6S Stack/Combo - XING2 2306 2555KV 4S FPV Motor - JB Phoenix2 cam - Rxsr (till ELRS come out for my T-Lite) - Rush FPV Tiny Tank 25-350mW 5.8GHz Micro VTX - Gemfan Hurricane 51477 Should be fun!

[@robogamertrons2.080]

Ur smile in the intro was priceless

[@MCsCreations]

Beautiful build, Joshua! Really nice! 😃 Fantastic flying as well!!! Thanks for all the tips, as usual. 😊 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@hillbillyfpv3]

Using one of your stacks on an Vista Apex build. Turned the ESC sideways to negate the XT60 clearance issue, then used a printed mount that I got from Thingiverse to hold the cap to a standoff. Weird thing I've found with your stack though. In a past video you made, you mentioned turning the PWM freq down to 24mgz. I've done that on three other builds with different stacks, all great. On your (iFlight) stack, the quad freaks out immediately on arming. Stuttering, twitching, etc.. Set the PWM freq back to the stock 48mgz, it flies perfectly. Not an issue, just thought it was kinda strange..

[@KleinWalke]

That's actually looking so great!!! Give me that! I want to try it!

[@TechVerified2K]

I like how it looks like an eachine wizard. Classic

[@judahwitmer1333]

I love watching JB’s builds👌🏽

[@acresfpv4690]

Frickin RIPS!!! Cool quad!

[@thisguyeddiex7136]

I been waiting a long time for this video. Now I’m gonna be waiting even lover for parts to be in stock. Lol parts from ur other build still out of stock lol..

[@skidzzfpvispeter]

you're missing a spoiler bro. no joke those things help with flow.

[@karmakazefpv]

Is this a 6s build or 4s build? What KV motors?

[@laragwen102]

What is that blue putty you are using to hold down components as you work on them? I've seen others use it but don't know what it is.

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Blue-tack

[@laragwen102]

@@JoshuaBardwell Thank you

[@Life_a_bike]

Damn… My perfect JB Chameleon ti build didn’t die yet 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@michaelc5027]

Was waiting for this one. Awesome!!!

[@bthanse]

Du you have a Blackbox log of the flight in the beginning ? Want to try it in AIDronesim.

[@aerialimagery3216]

I mounted the ESC sideways. Is there any reason why you should do this other then having to remap the motors?

[@churwck]

Pumped for this JB!

[@DennyFlatlandBMX]

32:55 why is the little arrow on the fc facing backwards?

[@JoshuaBardwell]

I turned the ESC around because I wanted the XT60 coming out the front; so I also turned the FC around. We take care of this in the betaflight setup video, linked in the description.

[@Perforator2000]

The Bob Ross of FPV build videos whispered "F the haters".

[@normanfpv5977]

Oh no, "red" electrical tape again. Love it !

[@HazzardLuke]

Glad you did it wrong cause so did I an a fall from 20 feet drop throttle on grass an the arms pop right out of place. Thought the Fram was defective. Now I know what's wrong lol. Nothing broke rear arm popped out. Thanks for the good info.

[@michaelbryant3643]

The one part I wanted to see is missing. How did u solder the go pro wires. Every time I do it my esc burns up! Lol

[@jappiemoto]

You only got the first set of beeps at the smoke check?

[@brendand.2269]

Wow congrats Jb looks great

[@HotboiEngineering]

1:35 I'm stealing this powerloop flip flop throwback thing

[@user-vr1qv6qe7f]

What antenna would you be using for the analog build? That was the only thing i didnt see in the video. Lol

[@grumblesg3]

Do you need to run a capacitor if you are only ever going to use 4s batteries?

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Yeah it's still really helpful but not quite as mandatory as with 6S.

[@grumblesg3]

@@JoshuaBardwell Thank you for answering my question so fast. I have another for you: Can you swap out radio rx antennas as long as the use the same connection? u.fl for example. Obviously performance/range would be effected, but I don't really do any long range anything, so I'm not concerned about that. Its more about packaging the components in a relatively tidy fashion on the quad (I don't like having too much sh#t sticking out the back. Thank you so much.

[@zacharytuckfield9580]

7:31 I know nothing abt drones but can’t argue with that statement lol

[@k4x4map46]

red tape is cool...I use red on the left arms and green on the right to mimic navigation lights--helps this noob on quick copter orientation

[@magicsmokemitlothar7377]

Since 3 or 4 months ago your flying improved very noticebky with every Video i ve seen

[@6sixty675]

Hey Joshua, Im not sure if you covered this in another video but why not use the 20x20 mounting holes to mount the vista?

[@KernsJW]

I use 14awg a lot too. Why do you not put one wire on each side of the standoffs? Looked like it would work. Definitely found two battery straps are needed on many of my drones especially to hold the battery plug in. Though of have given a few straps a haircut - Roma f5!

[@terminsane]

What sets your build apart from the Steele build? What reasons would people choose one over the other?

[@JoshuaBardwell]

This feels like a job interview question.

[@terminsane]

@@JoshuaBardwell lol. Im just wondering if they are designed for different purposes, or if they are both freestyle builds or what. Im looking at building a quad and trying to understand motor sizes, and why people pick one over another.

[@YooperFPV]

Just did this yesterday :D different parts but works the same :D so far with what I was able to put on it I love it!

[@NickHaddan]

My frame came with 22 and 25mm screws. I couldn't fit my ESC and FC on with the 22mm screws so I used the 25mm. It seemed to work find for me or maybe I did something wrong?

[@bentsprockettech]

Awesome, awesome, awesome! Thank you for sharing this with us. :)

[@ThreeDPrintDesigns]

Yesssss.... I needed a new build vid to watch! ❤️

[@mantyfpv7409]

I think what makes this the perfect build is the red electric tape!!!

[@dazkillinger1397]

How do I program my motors to stop with a via switch or button?

[@discgolferlee]

why not use the 20x20 mounting holes in the frame to mount the vista??

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Metal screws = additional weight for what purpose?

[@discgolferlee]

@@JoshuaBardwell I just trust metal screws more than zip ties plus it looks cleaner. Just personal preference I guess

[@sixtofive]

Definitely look into the wowstick. It's a great electric screwdriver for working on builds. Saves a ton of time on prop screws for micro builds.

[@fpvnme4845]

dude never seen a guy so happy

[@thomasgilbert6924]

is it possible to buy the same frame

[@BPNX]

Whats the angle on the gopro mount?

[@peterthinks]

Joshua, Why didn't you use one of those battery leads with the cap on the plug if you were so tight for space?

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Putting the cap on the plug significantly reduces its effectiveness. The cap needs to be as close to the ESC as possible.

[@slowentropy4531]

Could never build it or even get any if the parts. Still watched it and enjoyed!!! Man quads of that spec must be nice to fly haha.

[@marllonsimoes]

JB, why not use TBS fusion or ghost vtx here? Is this any better?

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Is DJI better than analog? Yes!

[@starlight3049]

I’m pretty new to fpv but I was wondering if I wanted this build but I don’t have the tools or experience is there any place I could buy this build or have it assembled?

[@harrisonhawkins3310]

Look around on ebay or craigslist or local hobby groups. There are folks that will assemble it all for you. The tools are cheap (Less than $60) and it isn't too difficult to assemble with some quick practice. I recommend building it yourself so you can fix or change parts as needed.

[@mpeefpv]

What is the settings that you use for gp audio ?

[@nastydavefpv8619]

I'm going to be building this soon. I know it's only been 2 months but is there anything you would change about this build today for analog?

[@aerialimagery3216]

Building mine right now with the vista and Eco 2207 1700. I was surprised those motors are 36.2g with the wires and prop nut. In your flight video it sounds like there is vibrations at lower throttle. Is that likely from the frame or motors? Do you think that can be tuned out?

[@abnerjasiercruzrosario2843]

What battery did you use for this build?

[@JoshuaBardwell]

1000 mAh 6S.

[@rawpicsfpv3516]

Have you seen the new fpvcycle protorype 5" frame? Its on fpvcycle already!

[@Cappurnikus]

Hey Joshua. If I can avoid rewiring the ESC plug, that would be preferred. Do you know of another ESC that would use the same wiring loom?

[@JoshuaBardwell]

Any iFlight ESC.

[@Acosta_RC]

wouldn´t the heat of the vtx mess with the rx?