JR 9303 or 12X????

[Memo Lomeli]

Hi everyone !!! I have a dilema !! I just bought an Extra 260 42% from AW, I will use 2 servos 8711 on each aileron, 1 per elevator and 2 on rudder, I just sold my old 9303 because it was originally on 72 mhz, what do you thing will be better? a 9303 with 3 matchboxes, or a 12X using the matchbox funtion, the difference between those radios $$$$is considerable, so tell me wich system will work better in your expirience?? by the way, the reciber I will use is the 9100, thanks!!!

Memo

[Zeeb]

Well it kind of boils down to your budget as the 12X is a really nice radio and I have no regrets about upgrading to it from my X9303. Buying Matchboxes does bring the price tag up a bit for an X9303 compared to the 12X but it's still a lot.

If you do decide on Matchboxes, I think you're going to want to look into powering them independently as those big JR servos could pull as much as 4 amps each so running power for two of them through a single servo lead may be a problem.

[dubd]

As Zeeb said, it comes down to money. You can fly your plane with a 9303 with matchboxes, so that problem is solved. The 12x gives you much more flexibility, but at a larger cost. I've owned a 9303 and 12x and used both on 40%ers. I only "needed" the 12X when I started flying jets for wheel brakes, air brakes, crow, gear, etc.

[BreadBowl]

Either.

The only limitation is money. I love my 12X.

[nordqk]

Get the 9303 and matchboxes. It's cheaper and it is better to split a signal running to two servos as close to the servos as possible instead of relying on two separate channels throughout the entire Tx/Rx RF data path. DSS is pretty robust but it is not perfect. BTW, SmartFly has the Equalizers that do what the Matchboxes do at about half the price.

[BreadBowl]

Kevin,

What airplane is that in your avatar?

[Memo Lomeli]

Ok thank´s !! anyone else????

[dubd]

Let me summarize... If you have the money get the 12x, if not stick with your 9303. It is as simple as that.

[Scrima]

I love my 12X as well, only had it for a week now but the programming I think is more logical than my previous 10X although for the most part very similar.

Just curious as to why people choose to go with Matchboxes instead of a power system? Not trying to say they're not good but would like to know the reasoning since I just LOVE my Smart-Fly EQ6T.

[nordqk]

	Quote: Originally Posted by BreadBowl
	Kevin, What airplane is that in your avatar?

That's the 3DHobby Shop 55" Extra 300 SHP electric. Great airplane!