K-51 Posted May 17, 2021 Author Share Posted May 17, 2021 18 часов назад, dh82a сказал: I have the K51 Scoop, could you elaborate little on this ? We really like quick reviews While Virpils offering is much better looking, this one looks like more modest option. 1 Reply ScoopMudspike Mug Holder 3024×4032 2.48 MB Wow thanks. I remember this photo)))) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rotordisc_jockey Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 On 5/16/2021 at 2:26 PM, dh82a said: I have the K51 Scoop, could you elaborate little on this ? We really like quick reviews While Virpils offering is much better looking, this one looks like more modest option. 1 Reply ScoopMudspike Mug Holder 5 1h NEVO: Scoop, could you elaborate little on this ? We really like quick reviews Surely. It is solidly made. Metal primarily. Some 3d printing but well done. Three PTT buttons, Two four way hats. Two 2 position switches. One three position switch and a rotary dial The bottom is open so by turning it upside down the electronics can be seen (repair access, but the side can also be removed for this?) 960×720 179 KB My brother is an electronics designer all his life in Telecoms primarily. He says the electrics are well put together - they are VIRPIL products. It requires VIRPIL software which is free. A link and instructions are provided. Once the download was made it was plug and play by usb. Cable provided No curves or settings of any sort required. It comes with a mounting plate. 3264×2448 443 KB This can be installed by removing the left arm rest and using the chairs bolts/holes for the mounting plate The collective is then attached to the mounting plate. It worked well on my old office chair… alternatively the plate can be screwed into the underside of the chair. (see first photo above) NB keep the bolts on the collective loose at first. The K51 allows the collective unit to slide backwards and forwards to adjust its position. I have the base plate near the back of the armrest. The collective can then be moved further back and then tighten the bolts (first photo) 3024×4032 2.03 MB Because my chair was very uncomfortable I bought an Ikea Markus chair for DCS use. The arm rest bolts are too wide to fit in the slots of the mounting plate. It would need a good drill bit to make the mounting plate fit. I got around the problem quickly (2 minutes to fit) by simply attaching the plate to the arm rest using cable ties. The ties need to be positioned well but it is quick, cheap and simple to do. It gives a good stable base for the collective and requires no skill to fit. The armrest remains in place. 3024×4032 1.94 MB 3024×4032 2.41 MB 4032×3024 2.03 MB 4032×3024 2.16 MB Flying helicopters with it is dramatically easier- With the friction set fully lose, the collective remains where you placed it if you let go. I fly with the friction tightened slightly to give me more tactile feedback. A personal choice. Instead of a twist throttle there is a large rotary dial (fore and aft) on the right of the collective. I use this as a throttle to enable me to fly autorotation’s. It is very satisfying to wind back the throttle, plummet under control to the ground and flare. Then opening up the throttle and the helicopter takes off again. For my pre K51 autorotation’s it was a question of did I survive the impact or did I just destroy the Huey. Accuracy in the hover is more than satisfactory. It is a reflection less of the K51 but more a question of how good the pilot is. I cannot blame the K51for my failings. I fly the Huey so there is not much need for lots of buttons. However I keep my X56 throttle on the left of the chair. Even in VR I can use it as a button box so all the functions I could wish for can be bound. Purchasing. I would do so again. It proved a simple process with delivery faster than I was advised at first and I was kept well informed. You begin by going on the ED forums and requesting being placed on the waiting list for one. You are advised by Mikhail how long this is likely to be. Next you receive an email asking if you still want one and you pay a deposit. Followed by the full payment. Сollective pitch control lever - Page 16 - For Sale - ED Forums Storage. It can be removed from the chair by two bolts. I find the chair remains usable with the K51 fitted. I like to ‘park’ the collective in the upright position (full power) to avoid knocks when getting in or out. CAUTION. Remember to lower the collective before you go into a helicopter with the engine already running! Packaging was tasteful and very well done. Apart from mounting, it is fully assembled 3024×4032 2.48 MB 4032×3024 2.65 MB I would buy another. I don’t think I will though as it is so well built it will outlive me. I would allow soldiers or @Victork2 's son to use it and have no fear for breakages Cost UK £183 plus £44 postage. No tax asked for by customs. NB I have not been paid in any way for this review. Superb read! Really can't wait for mine to turn up! Hopefully not long now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparrowHawk003 Posted May 20, 2021 Share Posted May 20, 2021 On 5/16/2021 at 2:26 PM, dh82a said: I have the K51 Scoop, could you elaborate little on this ? We really like quick reviews While Virpils offering is much better looking, this one looks like more modest option. 1 Reply ScoopMudspike Mug Holder 5 1h NEVO: Scoop, could you elaborate little on this ? We really like quick reviews Surely. It is solidly made. Metal primarily. Some 3d printing but well done. Three PTT buttons, Two four way hats. Two 2 position switches. One three position switch and a rotary dial The bottom is open so by turning it upside down the electronics can be seen (repair access, but the side can also be removed for this?) 960×720 179 KB My brother is an electronics designer all his life in Telecoms primarily. He says the electrics are well put together - they are VIRPIL products. It requires VIRPIL software which is free. A link and instructions are provided. Once the download was made it was plug and play by usb. Cable provided No curves or settings of any sort required. It comes with a mounting plate. 3264×2448 443 KB This can be installed by removing the left arm rest and using the chairs bolts/holes for the mounting plate The collective is then attached to the mounting plate. It worked well on my old office chair… alternatively the plate can be screwed into the underside of the chair. (see first photo above) NB keep the bolts on the collective loose at first. The K51 allows the collective unit to slide backwards and forwards to adjust its position. I have the base plate near the back of the armrest. The collective can then be moved further back and then tighten the bolts (first photo) 3024×4032 2.03 MB Because my chair was very uncomfortable I bought an Ikea Markus chair for DCS use. The arm rest bolts are too wide to fit in the slots of the mounting plate. It would need a good drill bit to make the mounting plate fit. I got around the problem quickly (2 minutes to fit) by simply attaching the plate to the arm rest using cable ties. The ties need to be positioned well but it is quick, cheap and simple to do. It gives a good stable base for the collective and requires no skill to fit. The armrest remains in place. 3024×4032 1.94 MB 3024×4032 2.41 MB 4032×3024 2.03 MB 4032×3024 2.16 MB Flying helicopters with it is dramatically easier- With the friction set fully lose, the collective remains where you placed it if you let go. I fly with the friction tightened slightly to give me more tactile feedback. A personal choice. Instead of a twist throttle there is a large rotary dial (fore and aft) on the right of the collective. I use this as a throttle to enable me to fly autorotation’s. It is very satisfying to wind back the throttle, plummet under control to the ground and flare. Then opening up the throttle and the helicopter takes off again. For my pre K51 autorotation’s it was a question of did I survive the impact or did I just destroy the Huey. Accuracy in the hover is more than satisfactory. It is a reflection less of the K51 but more a question of how good the pilot is. I cannot blame the K51for my failings. I fly the Huey so there is not much need for lots of buttons. However I keep my X56 throttle on the left of the chair. Even in VR I can use it as a button box so all the functions I could wish for can be bound. Purchasing. I would do so again. It proved a simple process with delivery faster than I was advised at first and I was kept well informed. You begin by going on the ED forums and requesting being placed on the waiting list for one. You are advised by Mikhail how long this is likely to be. Next you receive an email asking if you still want one and you pay a deposit. Followed by the full payment. Сollective pitch control lever - Page 16 - For Sale - ED Forums Storage. It can be removed from the chair by two bolts. I find the chair remains usable with the K51 fitted. I like to ‘park’ the collective in the upright position (full power) to avoid knocks when getting in or out. CAUTION. Remember to lower the collective before you go into a helicopter with the engine already running! Packaging was tasteful and very well done. Apart from mounting, it is fully assembled 3024×4032 2.48 MB 4032×3024 2.65 MB I would buy another. I don’t think I will though as it is so well built it will outlive me. I would allow soldiers or @Victork2 's son to use it and have no fear for breakages Cost UK £183 plus £44 postage. No tax asked for by customs. NB I have not been paid in any way for this review. Hello, Hope this is readable. This review is great and I would definitely re-iterate what has been said. I received mine this week and very impressed. However, on the above, the collective DOES have a twist grip for the throttle, so no need to use the thumb wheel. it takes a bit of strength to move it, so some may have overlooked this feature!! I am keen to hear what people are mapping the thumbwheel too? I have it mapped for zoom, but maybe there is a much better use for it? especially on the UH-1 Cheers, Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admiki Posted May 20, 2021 Share Posted May 20, 2021 Mikhail, what material are those white discs at collective friction clutch? Teflon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-51 Posted May 20, 2021 Author Share Posted May 20, 2021 4 часа назад, admiki сказал: Mikhail, what material are those white discs at collective friction clutch? Teflon? This is a fluoroplastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDale Posted May 20, 2021 Share Posted May 20, 2021 Hi Mikhail, Can I please be added to you list? The shipping will be to the UK. Very hyped for this! Thanks, Dale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gumbie Posted May 21, 2021 Share Posted May 21, 2021 Got mine not going to be using it due to unforeseen things but if anyone's looking for one inside the US I got one Never used and just received like this past week send me a PM well let it go for same price paid. K 51 makes a assume collective for the price cant get a better one that I can find for quality made out of metal. Would be keeping it if I had the option here but right now its just not in cards so if anyone interested just shoot me a PM. Hope you dont mind K-51 again love the product just cant use it now due my new setup I have the F 18 WinWing Set and just dont have the room to mount the collective anywhere with out having disconnect the throttle each time to just use it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-51 Posted May 21, 2021 Author Share Posted May 21, 2021 8 часов назад, JDale сказал: Hi Mikhail, Can I please be added to you list? The shipping will be to the UK. Very hyped for this! Thanks, Dale Hi Dale, Added. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan-1 Posted May 21, 2021 Share Posted May 21, 2021 Hello Mikhail, Please add me to the list also. Will you send a message via this forum when the item is available for shipping? Thanks, Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheesian Posted May 21, 2021 Share Posted May 21, 2021 (edited) Hi Mikhail; Can you add me to the list? Thanks In the meantime, I need to come up with ideas how to mount this to my chair, the screws on my armrests are 170mm apart, too wide for the plate... Edit: I'm in the US Edited May 22, 2021 by wheesian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-51 Posted May 22, 2021 Author Share Posted May 22, 2021 18 часов назад, Dan-1 сказал: Hello Mikhail, Please add me to the list also. Will you send a message via this forum when the item is available for shipping? Thanks, Dan Hello Dan. Yes, I will send a message to the PM. Write to the forum PM mail to duplicate the message. Added. Thanks. 13 часов назад, wheesian сказал: Hi Mikhail; Can you add me to the list? Thanks In the meantime, I need to come up with ideas how to mount this to my chair, the screws on my armrests are 170mm apart, too wide for the plate... Hello, Yes, positioning the device correctly is the most difficult task. Added. Thanks. Please write your countries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cptn Obvious Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 (edited) Hello, I am possibly interested in this product. How long would it take to get shipped approximately if ordered now? And how does the payment process work? *edited* I have been looking at reviews and they are all very positive. If the payment process is good I would like to be added to the waiting list. Edited May 22, 2021 by Cptn Obvious Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-51 Posted May 22, 2021 Author Share Posted May 22, 2021 5 часов назад, Cptn Obvious сказал: Hello, I am possibly interested in this product. How long would it take to get shipped approximately if ordered now? And how does the payment process work? *edited* I have been looking at reviews and they are all very positive. If the payment process is good I would like to be added to the waiting list. Hello, I can't say the exact terms, from 2 months When you receive a message from me that the device is ready for you, pay with PayPal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cptn Obvious Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Sounds good. Can you add me to the list? Do you need any other information from me? And will in receive some kind of confirmation for the order? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-51 Posted May 23, 2021 Author Share Posted May 23, 2021 11 часов назад, Cptn Obvious сказал: Sounds good. Can you add me to the list? Do you need any other information from me? And will in receive some kind of confirmation for the order? Accepted. Information, only your country. It is possible in PM What confirmation ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cptn Obvious Posted May 23, 2021 Share Posted May 23, 2021 Pm sent. A confirmation that I placed the order. But I guess you just did that by saying accepted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thufir Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 Hello Mikhail, Could you please add me to the production planning ? Shipping for France. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Maverick24 Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 On 5/8/2021 at 11:30 AM, K-51 said: Hi, Added. Thanks. I ask you to be patient, there are a lot of people, but I only have two hands))). Hi @K-51, I just want to ask you, what kind of material is used on throttle? Could I expect the same (replica from original Mil helicopters?) as it is on a pictures on first page? Thank you Jiri Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dovichino Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 (edited) Bonjour je souhaite acheter un K-51, je vous ai envoyé un mail ce matin. Mes coordonnées sont dans mon email. Pouvez-vous confirmer ma commande? Achat pour la France. Merci Dovichino Edited May 26, 2021 by dovichino 5800X - 3080 - 32GODDR4 - Reverb G2 - Virpil Mongoost T50C with constellation alpha - Сollective pitch control lever by K51 - Thrustmaster pendular - Honneycomb Bravo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-51 Posted May 26, 2021 Author Share Posted May 26, 2021 11 часов назад, Thufir сказал: Hello Mikhail, Could you please add me to the production planning ? Shipping for France. Thanks Hello Thufir, Added. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-51 Posted May 26, 2021 Author Share Posted May 26, 2021 (edited) 11 часов назад, Maverick24 сказал: Hi @K-51, I just want to ask you, what kind of material is used on throttle? Could I expect the same (replica from original Mil helicopters?) as it is on a pictures on first page? Thank you Jiri Hi Jiri, The handle and button block are made of plastic for 3D printing. Its base is a metal pipe. The appearance of the ruchi has changed, but the parameters have remained unchanged, close to the Mi-8. 9 часов назад, dovichino сказал: Hello I want to buy a K-51, Answered in PM Edited May 26, 2021 by K-51 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick24 Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 1 hour ago, K-51 said: Hi Jiri, The handle and button block are made of plastic for 3D printing. Its base is a metal pipe. The appearance of the ruchi has changed, but the parameters have remained unchanged, close to the Mi-8. I am afraid I did not express quite right. I ment grip of a throttle. A few posts above the grip is not the same as on the first pictures from you (the ones used on pictures from you seems very near to a real grip). That is what I ask for :). Thank you for your reply :). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-51 Posted May 26, 2021 Author Share Posted May 26, 2021 1 час назад, Maverick24 сказал: I am afraid I did not express quite right. I ment grip of a throttle. A few posts above the grip is not the same as on the first pictures from you (the ones used on pictures from you seems very near to a real grip). That is what I ask for :). Thank you for your reply :). Sorry, difficulties with Google translator. This is how it looks now. https://youtu.be/fDuX_ZXvTqE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick24 Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 8 hours ago, K-51 said: Sorry, difficulties with Google translator. This is how it looks now. https://youtu.be/fDuX_ZXvTqE Thank you for a video. Not that is much important, but still - is there any chance to get similar looking grip as in real Mi-8? Just asking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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