Drone Gimbal Tension Secrets (How To FPV 2020) Part 4

[@ferdifant_fpv686]

This is Steele and you‘re going to learn something today.

[@hkagiri5799]

Really funny

[@thirty3fpv]

You gon learn from the BEST today!

[@petrarovanski3824]

this man keeps giving. and has not changed his persona during all these years, which I appreciate greatly. thank you, mr. steele

[@thirty3fpv]

1:35 blew my mind. So simple but, I would have never thought to tighten yaw. Great stuff.

[@BOTGRINDER]

i hope pt 5 is how to grow the softest looking beard iv'e seen since linus, mine is always all scratchy and rough. yours looks so inviting

[@Akkbar21]

Someone has a beard crush. This isn’t some hater toxic Internet type comment here, but boy is the Internet easily impressed by a beard of not particularly notable stature.

[@hutchracing4680]

That didn't sound gay at all.

[@dividingbyzerofpv6748]

I would prefer a "Steele Soft" toilet paper commercial over that of those god awful stupid Charmin Bears that always have to come on while I am eating and they talk about their fuckin shit stained underwear or toilet paper stuck to their asses.

[@SKIDOOSH]

HAHAHA!! DORK!!

[@powertrip1738]

That's awesome 🤣

[@ttonAb2]

I've been flying a ton in the field and on the sim and had stalled on my progress... this video was a breakthrough for me just took apart my taranis x9d... tried out these changes on the sim and its like a different hobby! I am no longer bouncing up and down on the throttle! This is amazing, loosening up the pitch and roll was revolutionary as well! Thanks for this!

[@zfpv7211]

Glad to see you doing instructionals again. I find myself watching them even though I already know how to do it. But you often have one or two little tips or tricks that I didn’t know. Good stuff

[@Lucky32Luke]

Thanks for this vid Steele. After 3 years I had to discover why I was learning so slowly or my moves were so inaccurate. My gimbals were way too loose I constantly (unintentionally) was giving yaw on every throttle input. The sticks were also too tall. I had to slow down my videos to find out what the hack am I doing wrong. I also discovered my rates exact half of yours due to the fact where you prefer a full flip I do an exact half flip so my timing is exact half as slow. :)

[@tanzelini9]

For anyone who has this radio and wants to remove the throttle ratchet but is scared of taking the whole thing apart: you can access those two metal tabs from the back by just taking off the rubber hand grip. There are holes in the plastic under it that you can fit a screwdriver through.

[@mrmjb_fpv8289]

isn't that only for the potentiometer gimbal?

[@mickeymch876]

On some transmitters but not all. I had one Spektrum that I could do that, 2 DJI transmitters that you could access from the outside but on 3 other transmitters you have to take them apart to access the gimbal adjustments. I think Radiomaster has "front-accessible tension and travel adjustment" hall gimbals but I've never had the pleasure of using them. I'm not sure about their latest hall gimbals that fit smaller transmitters.

[@zuldanfpv4634]

This video is perfect timing. My Radiomaster TX16S just arrived. I love it.

[@jeffbas]

Try using a thin layer of teflon tape on the throttle tension. It makes the throttle feel silky smooth.

[@malibusteve70]

Or ptfe tube.

[@SethMcClaine]

Awesome that you are doing an updated and more in depth "Getting Started" series! You original one is what I used to get started, but love going back through and watching this new one

[@sunsetpark_fpv]

I had no idea how loose and shitty my default Taranis gimbals were. Thank you for this video, I think you changed my life bro......

[@mokanin8894]

Great content! Thank you! I just did my taranis qx7 and now the gimballs feel awesome!

[@Rob-tp8cu]

@mr steele: Adhesive backed teflon for smooth throttle, and I made lighter springs from a reverb thingie for an amp that worked out quite well. Great update, this stuff matters.

[@Aasmayaa]

Gotta absorb all the FPV Lesson from Legend

[@dirkmyers9375]

i am not even trying to get into fpv. already in it. and have watched all these videos. keep up the great work!

[@drc022800]

Been flying with the stock notching on my qx7 for like 4 months and switched a few weeks ago to the smooth throttle and my flying feels so much more buttery its crazy

[@Max_0578]

Thunderpower 2000mAh 2s (btw he said that)

[@flo-ridafpv5713]

Now try to turn off adc filter in menu, and lower FF slider to 0 in 4.1, then youll have true butter bruh ;)

[@fidlekid]

Some models have hex screws right on the gimbals and you can adjust the spring tension without having to open up the radio. I found this out the hard way when I couldn't find the screws beside the springs mentioned in the video. The hex driver is pretty small but the smallest one included in my Ender 3v2 set worked. My gimbals were so tight I always cramped up during fast races.

[@Hawk7886]

Best lubricant for this case would be dielectric grease. Safe around electronic components.

[@ausfpv1624]

Do you think MG Chemicals Carbon Conductive Grease is suitable for this task? I have some in handy

[@MaxReiAT]

Have you decided wether or not you keep using your Taranis? Are you specifically swapping the Taranis out for this one or are you looking into other models aswell?

[@JonasCE]

This is exactly what I was looking for (fresh owner TX16S) ;) Thanks dude!

[@Akkbar21]

Sup Steele! I have a recommendation for lube (haha I’m a child) that you might find useful or others might. Try using Molykote 44 Medium Silicon lube. I and everyone else in the arcade stick industry use it for our joystick pivots. It’s last a really really long time, it’s safe on plastics and it’s not expensive. Maybe this will be useful. I’d assume it’s good on metal as well.

[@rhadiem]

Agreed, it's super slick.

[@bsutherland333]

Vaseline also works great as a lubricant if you've got that lying around. I use to use it in rubix's cubes as a kid and it would last for what seemed like years.

[@JerR22]

Mr. Steele, if you weren't here to tell me these things I dunno who would be... Probably someone a lot less classy. Now I get to go try my radio with no detent and slightly tweaked tensions. Thanks buddy, appreciate ya.

[@JerR22]

IMHO, after having done these tweaks, a new level of control can be gained. Removal of the detent was huge for me, highly recommend anyone who's pondering doing this to take the time, RIGHT NOW!

[@nipponetzel]

I really thank you for the effort to spread the crucial informations. I can't stress this enough. I really appreciate. Greetings from Vienna... Cheers!

[@Silor]

What a conincidence. Just earlier today I had my radio apart and completely revamped my tension. Ever tried switching rates and flightstyle?

[@OscarTRob]

Same lol. Way loosened my tensions and got rid of the ratchet. And change my rates from 667,667,667 to 1027,1027,760. And I heightened the expo and super rate

[@ВладКучер-ч4ю]

@@OscarTRob Just for a newbie in FPV, does adjusting tension really make such a huge difference? Cuz I thought a lot of this can be regulated with rates

[@bagwon]

wow I've only been at it a few months but I didn't even know you did tutorials. Just insanely sick flight vids is all I've seen until today. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

[@peterhagege1373]

in the current version the tx16s has a connecter at the back for the speaker in the backplate, so if you bought it recently, BE CAREFUL!

[@mickeymch876]

I remember years ago I thing it was a Spektrum DX8 that I had to remove a ground wire to open it up enough to work on it. Spektrum does not like customers to fix, adjust, modify or explore inside their products. DJI likes to fill screw heads with silicone so you have to pick it out before working on their products.

[@Anton-p]

Holy shit dude, removed the d-tint and added some grease and my throttle feels incredibly smooth! Thank you!

[@sumdood2035]

My TX16S came with zero ratcheting on the throttle gimbal. I'm wondering if it was a refurb or something. It's supposed to be the hall gimbal version, but has black sticks. I opened it up, and its completely different. There are metal plates on both sides, and the one of the throttle side looks backwards.

[@FlaviuFpv]

3:39 most underrated tip right here guys, don’t go too deep with that fingernail clipper and your future fpv pilot self will thank you!

[@rhadiem]

Molykote EM-30L silicon grease is really good for a low-stiction grease. Stiction being that resistance you get when you start to push the stick that suddenly releases and can make you overshoot. Safe on plastics. Not sure about electronics, but it isn't runny. I got some on amazon.

[@BonemysterFPV]

Giving people some really good advice here steele. Hope your subs get to 1 mil some day soon.

[@pt0x]

Great vid! Something that's not covered as much. Great stuff!

[@dividingbyzerofpv6748]

Just got my backup radio. I have very high tension on my radio. But I have been curious about loose tension so gonna set them up to be the same save for lose tension on one and high tension on the other. Then I can finally have an easier time of comparing back and forth. I also may try the race sticks that have limited throw.

[@DougEfresh.]

Thanks that's a huge help because I have a tendency to add yaw to the throttle and always wished I could do something to stop that. I adjusted the throttle but never messed with the yaw part. Is it going to be the same with the Taranis QX7?

[@SKIDOOSH]

Nice bro... Like you said before. Personal preference. I run my springs super tight, due to my big ass sausage fingers...hahaha! But basically the same. Yaw tighter...etc...I use motorcycle chain wax. Ya know...being a biker I have it on hand :)

[@MrSteeleFPV]

Bru I was gonna shout you out but I couldn’t remember who told me to do this video lol. Fuuuu. Sorry man

[@SKIDOOSH]

@@MrSteeleFPV Awe...no worries my friend! If this dam world ever calms down and I can break outta here I'm gonna come up and see y'all for some rippage seshes! (BTW) they are tearing down bando island :(

[@hutchracing4680]

My Taranis came with the detent on. I still need to open it up and fix that.

[@ttonAb2]

Do it!

[@JerR22]

Dude, I did my QX7S last night... Difference for me personally, was IMMENSE! One of my neighbors was (probably drunk) in his car blasting music past 1am, so I took a little night flight over to check him out, you know make sure he didn't need some medical attention or something... 🤣 Anyway the hover control I had was insane- so much more control without the bumpy throttle... A lot more confident flying close to things. Anyway, I'm sure he was too blitzed to notice... Next time I'll get my hawk with LEDs and see if that's noticed. Hahaha. Have at it, and let us know how it goes for you man!

[@radichmos]

Thanks man, for really precise advice about gimbal sticks adjust

[@repor8234]

Hey, I am new to this hobby and I am not sure about one thing - is lube necessary? Does it affect the precision or durability of the gimbal? Btw. amazing content! It's very helpful!

[@aidanfarley9566]

I mean I don't personally use it but I might try it. It hasn't negatively impacted me so far but then again I don't to any crazy stuff on the caliber of Steele so it might make a difference for someone like him. I suppose lube would give you more ability to get your tension perfect cause without its kinda hard but I haven't ever had issues using it without.

[@repor8234]

Thank you for your answer! So I think that for now I will fly without it and maybe I will try it in the future.

[@aidanfarley9566]

@@repor8234 So update, I put lithium grease on my gimbal today and wow that makes a difference. You get much more fine control over how tight your gimbal is and I found you can have it a lot looser without the gimbal flopping around under its own weight. I guess time will tell how well this works but for now I'm pretty excited to test it out

[@repor8234]

That's nice! I appreciate that you came back to my comment to give more info.

[@lazr_]

Steele, this has been a great series. Thank you.

[@gee4zfpv]

Great info about adjusting the yaw tension- I definitely need to do that on my taranis- can’t wait til the new tangos ship- and watch out for that dj bot- he’s gettin a little randy!

[@SzymonSyrek]

Best way to get smooth throttle is teflon self-adhesive tape on this metal bar.

[@shredlettuce5569]

I have been thinking about getting that tx16. But I really like that tango 2 also, what should I get? I want to be able to fly micros any full size quads.

[@sully4875]

Thanks for taking time with rookie like me 👍🏻👍🏻😎

[@mikecummings7899]

Great. My weekend plans were to get a new supercharger and steering rack put on my car. NOW they have been changed to dialing in my gimbals

[@DronoTron]

great tips. Do you know how to differenciate hall gimbals from regular pot gimbals on the radiomaster?

[@creaturefpv]

Good info dude. Do you know if the x light teranis is like this?

[@kcstocks2004]

Mr Steele, would this be a great beginner radio with a crossfire module? So that you have something that you can grow with. Instead of a radio that is limited. Or starting with a cheaper radio that if you decided to not continue with FPV you could sell and not lose your money? I’m one of your videos you talked about that. Thanks

[@publicname515]

Is this the same for the Radiomaster Zorro? The Zorro has the adjustments that are accessible from outside the radio, but I'm not able to achieve the gimbal feel that I want.

[@ooOoo.....]

Are the gimbals in the TX16S the same as either M7 or M9 FrSky gimbals or are the mechanics different?

[@CrayzWillyFPV]

So question do you soften the tension or Harden it? Whats better for Freestyling? @MrSteele

[@flo-ridafpv5713]

CrAYZ Willy FPV depends on style, if ur finger dont shake, softer allows finer throttle control n faster flicky moves

[@richardkraus5557]

For anyone watching years later, the TX16S MKll has these adjustments accessible from the front of the radio and mine came without the ratcheting so you don't always need to take it apart, just adjust a few screws from the outside 😄

[@kaspermarte]

Thank you, I love those videos. Mr. Steele Bardwell.

[@rycop]

Do you think the Radiomaster T16 has enough tension potential compared to the M9s in the X9D or are the springs too weak?

[@alep_sn9550]

Hey steele, is the amount of turns of the spring tension screw also 9 and 7 on the FrSky hall gimbals? If not, how many turns do you use on your taranis?

[@brunofporto]

Thank you very much for updating this series!

[@ShebanFPV]

Is it safe to use lithium (petrol based) grease on plastic?

[@StefanoRavera3D]

thank u mr.. this is very important 4 my fpv mood

[@macburgess6785]

I use teflon tap that is used in plumbing. I wrap the spr

[@macburgess6785]

I use teflon tape that is used for plumbing. I wrap were the gimbal runs on the tension spring, right on the spring. it's been two years and still silky smooth.

[@smitty2919]

I just did this last night then spent 3 hours on a sim. Great mod coming from a "out of the box" TX16S.

[@josh8106]

Check out traxxis 50k lube. Just a little amount goes a long way and it’s super cheap, and designed for hobbyist’s. I’d recommend.

[@ItzAnthony]

What’s the battery called that you put in the controller?

[@WrongWayFPV]

2s thunderpower 1000mah

[@skyflow_kreative_imaging]

This is the first time I have heard of anyone greasing the inside of their gimbals. Is this really necessary? OR is it just a preference?

[@MrSteeleFPV]

Try it. There’s no harm done if you don’t like it. But damn it feels better than stock

[@sunsetpark_fpv]

It's official: This video changed my life.....I cant believe how floppy and unresponsive my gimbals were......now they do what I am expecting.....so much less dead stick space.......

[@vitsou1]

Hey, I like my throttle to be light but I found ultra stiff pitch and roll to be more precise for my style. OK I know it's a personal preference but is there any downside having stiff pitch and roll ? Taranis x9d se with M9-R gimbals

[@ARI3S]

Gimbal tension secrets 👌

[@bengordon7635]

do mini or full size make a differance ,, i was using mini for a few years the went to full size ,, wow the travel is insane ,, I use mini for racing and the full for freestyle

[@trymacs7729]

Hi, should I use silicone lube or lithium lube?

[@justanunverifieduser2075]

What happens if you have a gimbal on racing drones?

[@porroco]

I do not need to dismantle my ix12 for adjustment, it has all the adjustment from outside. Gimbals are FPV feel ready

[@LukasLiesis]

Hey, Steele, could you make some part dedicated to ethix cinerat?

[@b3bas]

Does this technique can be applied to tbs tango 2 as well?

[@TopSpeedKertus]

Yes it can. See here: team-blacksheep.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/4000152738-adjusting-spring-tension

[@platty9237]

Fwiw mechanical keyboard hobbyists lube their keyboards with products worth considering. They come in handy wherever you may need to lube plastic parts. Plastic on plastic: PFPE grease (I use finish line extreme fluoro). Plastic on metal: dialectic grease. (permatex)

[@silvanbraendli]

Just got my potless gimbals yesterday🔥🙌

[@donschutte1418]

Might want to use silicone grease as ordinary grease may react with some plastics just thinking

[@s.m.l.p]

I just got a tango 2, I feel like there is too much tension on sticks but there is a broken screw that I can't remove....

[@cozmics1191]

Loving these videos wish I had these when I started out lol

[@neonoir__]

Welp i tightened yaw to unscrew it and the plastic bracket holding the spring didn't come up with the screw....

[@Cult1022]

I suggest another grease: Nyogel 767A best stuff I ever used.

[@alminxhdz]

Hey Steele. I wanted to ask you something. Can I get a Beginner FPV Kit for about 300$. I planned on buying an Eachine Wizard X220s or X220 with Some Cheap Eachine FPV glasses

[@flo-ridafpv5713]

TheKindXboxGuy dont do it man, get the iflight cidora e and a cheap eachine box like vrd2 or ev800d ...much better value for ur $.. cheap used on ebay

[@djilly75]

that sucks you have to take it apart to adjust it. the xlite pro lets you adjust from the outside so you csn fly with it and test it out

[@allam.16]

You should do more sticker slapping videos with your drones.

[@cikwanfpv4646]

Hai steele.. this video i had waiting for.. my gimbal so loose steel..

[@doronfpv]

Very good tip!!! Thanks i will try it.

[@floxflux]

i use mouse skate cut to size on the throttle tensioner

[@pabloroberto8343]

Hi, I have a problem with my drone. The thing is, I don't have video in my goggles. I set the same channels and band and nothing. The only thing that happens is when I go to one band higher than the right band, a black screen appears every now and then. Do you know what this solution can be? Thanks

[@bajablastfreeze4957]

This happened to me and it usually means the vtx isn’t getting video from the fc. See if you lifted a pad

[@pabloroberto8343]

Ok, thanks

[@schnurrfpv4594]

Answer to the video title. Hell yes

[@theUAPwhisperer]

When you say getting rid of this at beginning of video.. It isn't exactly clear What you're describing.. Can you use words please? I know you explain later on in video to make adjustments.. But what are you trying to display/describe?

[@skippyfpvexperimentalrc6755]

love how you are helping the new comers . keep up the great work.

[@replynotificationsdisabled]

Do you dye your hair gray? Or grey?

[@kmitchel46725]

Lab Lube. The best lube for gimbals.

[@GunwooFPV]

Hello sir~ thank you Mr.steele🥰🥰🥰

[@turtlefpv9621]

Flirt much🙄

[@bernhard8540]

We need more stout motors steele haha im building my first quad (that I am putting together) and I cant get stout v3's haha I need the juice lol I'm trying to build your same quad but stuff is running out of stock with all this covid bullshat

[@SolowFPV]

Nice dude 🤘🤘

[@tridentgum2860]

thanks man

[@BenCrashin]

Thank you sir

[@craigmunday3707]

My radiomaster didn't come with a throttle detent.

[@scarakus]

It's got an Asteroid Re-directional Mission chip in it, Nice! lol...

[@samuelcifuentes1093]

Nice video bro