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So I finally got around to trying out the other two cam profiles I had, Cam 4 and Cam 5.

Very easy to quickly change these out.

 

I guess I probably waited to long to try this, as I think I have just gotten so used to using the Cam 6 that was already installed that is the one I think I prefer. So after trying the other two, albeit briefly, I have reinstalled Cam 6 and will be sticking with it. I just really like the smoothness of it and the very slight center detent that it has.

I am running the main spring on the inner notch, and a very small amount of tension on it. The only other change I made so far which I mentioned earlier was adjusting the pedal angles up just a few degrees, which I prefer.

 

Only thing left for me to try really is the optional pedal width adjustment plates I got. Not really in a hurry to try them, though since I got them I am sure I will just to see how I like it. If I do I will try them at the wider setting, pretty sure I would not want them any narrower than they are now.

These pedals have really made a difference in my KA-50 flying for me.


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Well, i suppose this question is a testament to how badass these pedals really are because im making decisions on the rest of my rig around them so here it goes.

 

Now that i have crosswinds, id love to get some sort of sim chair like an obutto revolution, playseat, or volair sim. From what im seeing, the Crosswinds wont fit in the volair sim, and the obutto's are backordered til nearly the 2nd quarter of this year. Does anyone already have a simpit chair that these glorious pedals fit in?

 

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Crosswinds due for dispatch next week :)

 

:thumbup:

 

Congrats, you are in for a treat.

 

The Crosswinds take sim flying to a whole new level.

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Crosswinds due for dispatch next week :)

 

Welcome to the club.

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Mine has just shipped, just popped on tracking :) Very excited.

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Let us know when you get them and I'll update the list :)

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You guys that have them on the way, don't forget to watch Milan's videos he has on his website, they are very helpful !

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You guys that have them on the way, don't forget to watch Milan's videos he has on his website, they are very helpful !

 

A good idea but I've already watched them so many times I think I know the script off by heart!

 

Oh, Milan has confirmed my order should be on the way some time this month :megalol:

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Oh, Milan has confirmed my order should be on the way some time this month :megalol:

 

:thumbup:

 

Congrats, not too much longer then - you are in for a treat.

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dburne,

 

it's been a while since you said I had inspired you to get your old stuff on ebay - did you have any joy?

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Lol, no not yet. We got a contract on our home and had to rush down south to find our new home, got that done and now back making all kinds of moving preparations. Would have been nice to but now will probably have to wait till we are settled in the new place.

It has also severely hampered my flight simming time as well, ugh.

I hate moving!

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Mine just arrived today :) Very happy.

They look very good so far, can't wait to set them up.

 

And for updating the list, the serial number is "1555" and country "Faroe Islands"

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GREAT!

I have updated the list and will upload it soon :)

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When did you order yours? Curious how long it takes :)

In Milans site he indicates when stuff will be ready for shipment.

Perhaps he is doing limited runs each time.

 

I ordered mine this week, shipping only in April.

Worth the wait I reckon.

 

Go here and click order now and it lists the approx shipping date, with shipping time depending on where you are located.

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When did you order yours? Curious how long it took :)

 

Click the link below to have a look at my MFG Crosswind Customer List:

 

http://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=119419&page=45

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Ordered mine 29. october with expected shipment in January.

 

I was notified that it was ready to ship on 25. january. I immediately sent the payment.

Tracking came online and pedals started their journey on 27. january.

 

Entered the country on 8 february, and got them home today with a big smile on my face :)

 

I would say a very pleasant experience throughout the process.

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Entered the country on 8 february, and got them home today with a big smile on my face :)

 

I would say a very pleasant experience throughout the process.

 

:thumbup:

 

Congrats!

I found Milan's customer service to be absolutely top notch.

 

Now the real fun begins, using these great quality pedals.

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Ermergerd I can't wait to get my invoice from Milan. *Throws money at screen* Ordered - Jan 14th, expecting in March. I'm going to name it "Ruds"

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Milans predictions are pretty good, You will hope earlier and hate later... But Milan knows his business and the delivery dates.... when he gives you a delivery date you must treat it as truth.... no more, no less.

 

A great company to do business with.

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Milans predictions are pretty good,

 

Indeed they are. He stated very early on in my order process, that the December orders would be received at their destination before Christmas.

 

Well mine shipped the latter part of the month, and I was tracking them every day. Even up to the morning of Dec 24th tracking still showed them in Miami, customs had released and turned over to the carrier. So I thought, well should have them the following week.

 

Sure enough though, the doorbell rang on Dec 24th and there they were!

 

They are so worth the wait!

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