Compression versus Tension - Gimbal

SurfnSkate81 · May 9, 2016

How long does the video go for? Can't seem to get it to load via 4G on my iPhone.

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J R · May 9, 2016

SurfnSkate81 said:
How long does the video go for? Can't seem to get it to load via 4G on my iPhone.

Surf,

It's only about 4 minutes long. It comes up fine on my iPad Mini.

Jerry

SurfnSkate81 · May 9, 2016

Thanks J R I will try it out on my Mac instead.

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RichWest · May 9, 2016

It's possible the video is blocked due to copyright usage of music, if that is the issue let me know and i'll strip the music.

RichWest · May 10, 2016

Added drawing to the original detailing post to clarify the hole orientation: Compression versus Tension - Gimbal

Steven Ackerman · May 10, 2016

Rich-

What ended up being the source for the isolators that you purchased in December ?

Steven J. Ackerman

RichWest · May 10, 2016

Steven Ackerman said:
What ended up being the source for the isolators that you purchased in December ?

My brain thinks faster than I write, sorry.... I purchased the Stock Solo isolators to perform this hole mod. At the time I was so invested, time wise, to the other solutions that I put this mod back for later. Should have been sooner....

So if that is your question, I purchased the Stock Solo Isolators from B&H.

I did purchase every known isolators available on the market; HK, DJI, and other OEM isolators during that week of a spending spree. I believe I have a lifetime supply of both Sorbothane and Confor foam as well...

SteveReno · May 10, 2016

RichWest said:
Added drawing to the original detailing post to clarify the hole orientation: Compression versus Tension - Gimbal

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Hello Rich,

Another fine DIY to be added to the Hall of Fame!
I just finished reading it all yesterday, Don't know why i missed this thread all this time?
I know your were on the right track
"Contact points where Vibration can travel"
"Less is the Best"
I don't have a real problem with Vibration, but your solution "A" is on my Do do list.
Any resolve on "B" & "C" ???

Thanks for all your time & effort

Steven Ackerman · May 10, 2016

RichWest said:
So if that is your question, I purchased the Stock Solo Isolators from B&H.

3DR Replacement Damper for Solo Gimbal (4-Pack)
B&H # 3DRD11A MFR # RD11A

Thanks Rich ! Awesome work.

Steven J. Ackerman

RichWest · May 10, 2016

SteveReno said:
I don't have a real problem with Vibration, but your solution "A" is on my Do do list.
Any resolve on "B" & "C" ???

Funny, this is mod C, but oh well...

I kind of discussed earlier in this thread about isolators and how they appear to not be a real engineered solution. Just a cheap chinese solution that everyone uses and deals with because it's cheap and available.

Anyway, yes both (A&B) solutions have a future, but maybe not for Solo. Just don't see a return for the investment needed for a Solo only solution. So I've shelved both to allow the industry to mature. Besides, the DIY solution is pretty stinken amazing for what it is....

SteveReno · May 10, 2016

What about Electromagnetism?, Can work, but Battery drainer?
(0) Micro Vibration to Gimbal

RichWest · May 10, 2016

SteveReno said:
What about Electromagnetism?, Can work, but Battery drainer?
(0) Micro Vibration to Gimbal

Did I mention my brain was about to squirt out of my ears as it is... I could see you flying around the Lex and getting stuck to the hull...

SteveReno · May 11, 2016

LMAO,
Actually, I dug a little deeper & looks promising?
I'll give you some rest, But when ever i get close to a solution, I'll "Spring" it on ya.

& Stop calling my Solo a "Paper weight" for the Lexington

RichWest · May 23, 2016

Gosh, I had expected someone to have tried the mod at this point. Nothing?

Here's a quick little video, again no stab....100% GP Studio, so you know it could be better with proper editing.

pyrate · May 31, 2016

OK with the X8 build out of the way lets give it a go. anything new since the original post? going to go get an order list together
I am guessing two weeks to get everything and complete? Well now that you have done all the hard work of course

pyrate · May 31, 2016

Pulling my parts list together, what size was the hole punch for the foam pieces?
Cannot find the foam blocks, can you point me in the right direction

Ordered
3DR Replacement Damper for Solo Gimbal (4-Pack)
B&H # 3DRD11A MFR # RD11A

Slow Recovery Super-Cushioning Foam Selector Block, 1" x 5" x 5" 86195K1– McMaster.com

Looking for
1/4" Leather Punch or similar, ???? what size for the foam plugs?

Have
Short length of 50 lbs fishing line or similar

RichWest · May 31, 2016

pyrate said:
...can you point me in the right direction

I'll make you a set since you been a supporter of my crazy endeavor. PM me your address, will have it shipped by Thursday.

And before any one asks, I'm not selling any sets. I may gift them out, but no selling as this is a DIY endeavor to learn from. You either build them yourself or whine to your momma....

pyrate · May 31, 2016

Wow nice, thank you anything I can do for you in return?

RichWest · May 31, 2016

Just give an honest opinion...either way.

pyrate · May 31, 2016

will do, looking forward to giving it a go.
My guess is between this and the new motors it is going to be as smooth as it I going to.
I put my stock cable back in