i just don't have this screw anywhere on this bird, got my on the same week of the release not sure what version is this but for now we have too may other issues not too concern about flight time anyway

Mine only has a pull cord when I pull it makes a noise, sounds like (the cow says moo)

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-30 00:17
A word of warning Guys, please be careful not to over crank!!! Looks like an RMA no. unless anyone h ...

I don't know about an RMA? If you retrieved the broken part, just purchase a new one and install it. An RMA# will create a return. It broke and DJI is not responsible for your actions, not being sarcastic, but, it was fine until you tried to adjust it to grab a few more seconds from the Battery. Buy the Spring and let it go. The shipping will probably be more than 4 to 5 times the price of the spring!

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-30 01:18
Guys I take full responsibility and Dundee my friend I don't blame you at all. I was trying for 35 m ...

Good understanding Guy. We all mess up at times. Take it on the chin, fix it and go on to flying, have fun.

pidetectives@ya Posted at 2015-3-30 01:28
So let me understand there are different inspire version s?

Yes, updates both Hardware and Firmware as we progress to make the Inspire top shelf. DJI accepts the input from the users and makes adjustments to better the product. That is why you spent a few more dollars of a better product and support. Think of Apple and the improvements that they do on a regular basis. That is from user input.

mikegil Posted at 2015-3-30 01:52
received mine last week and no screw at back, is this a windup
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Don't fiddle with it, just fly it and enjoy.

GB44 Posted at 2015-3-30 01:53
Dundee,

I cant seem to see the first posts for this thread.

That is because the thread is so long. Hit the bottom on the thread and you can access the rest of the posts.

mikegil Posted at 2015-3-30 02:11
yes have tool

It came with your Inspire.

dundee Posted at 2015-3-30 03:24
Also there you can overcrank it. Anyways, nice to see you got your hands on the late"B" model.
As ...

Hey Big Guy, quite a storm you created on this one!

Good One Dundee...Folks note the Feedback Date:  Apr 1 2015 or April Fools Day...

Just received the new CrankS tool in the mail.  We've all seen those videos on youtube where the original crank tool kept falling out of the screw during the cranking process so it's awesome that DJI recognized the problem and are sending all Inspire 1 owners the new CrankS . I was able to get 41 minutes of flight time with the CrankS and I was able to crank without having to attach crank locks.

Awesome Chris, can you post a pic of this new CrankS tool ?
Tip: I remove the (stock) crank tool before takeoff. Thats an extra 30seconds flytime and Problem solved

dundee I note that you have your cranker set at 12 oclock. With hindsight and after snapping my cranker spring, I think that 12 oclock may be the sweet spot.

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-29 17:27
I test flew the new C version yesterday and got a 26 minute flight from the TB47. I think its the ne ...

?? where did you buy the pitch props and the upgraded motors DJI only has the E800 kits??  I would love to get 26 min per flight battery

Hi jrb, They aren't going to be released until Wednesday of this week, I was one of the lucky beta testers. They are an awesome bit of kit.

Guys after 2 hours of telephone calls I have been told that the cranker spring is not yet available as a spare. So a huge  thank you to dundee, as he has very kindly removed the cranker spring from his bird to lend to me for my shoot this week. I am well and truly "Back on the crank"
After further testing I think the sweet spot is around the 1 O'clock mark. Pic attached. As you will see I have also added the anti "flyaway" device on the bottom of the rear panel. I was concerned that with the extra flight time "on the crank" that the bird could travel for miles well out of tracker range and be lost forever. Simply attach an extendable dog lead to this and flyaways are a thing of the past.

boogieman77.gma Posted at 2015-3-30 05:53
*&*()) this is awesome thank you Dundee!!  I just got 31 minutes and 18 seconds outta my tb 47 and a ...

Hi boogieman, this is awesome news. I am presuming that you were also one of the "C" version beta testers with the new VPP props and E900 motors.
I was close one day but didnt have a spotter with me so had to end the flight at 38 mins as per FAA article 43 for single pilot use.

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-30 19:33
Guys after 2 hours of telephone calls I have been told that the cranker spring is not yet available  ...

Thats a very technical peice of equipment there, dont be yanking on the lead though when it doesnt come back as that will be Pilot error and you wont get a RMA for repairs.

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-30 19:33
Guys after 2 hours of telephone calls I have been told that the cranker spring is not yet available  ...

i never try at 1o,clock. now i see yours i have a go at it tomorrow.
that dog lead system of yours look crap. it can bite your props really.
i post my anti flyaway system tomorrow evening.

rodger Posted at 2015-3-30 08:16
That is because the thread is so long. Hit the bottom on the thread and you can access the rest of ...

Rodger,

I understand the thread is huge, but I have also noted that other posts are also big and when you scroll down to the bottom there is no way to go back to the original post to veiw earlier comments.

GB44 Posted at 2015-3-30 20:33
Thats a very technical peice of equipment there, dont be yanking on the lead though when it doesnt ...

Thats good advice GB44

dundee Posted at 2015-3-30 20:38
i never try at 1o,clock. now i see yours i have a go at it tomorrow.
that dog lead system of yours ...

I forgot to say that it is only for use with the new VPP props which are a closely guarded secret until Wednesday hence the rear props are not shown in the pic. I just put the standard props on the front for the picture.  

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-30 19:58
Hi boogieman, this is awesome news. I am presuming that you were also one of the "C" version beta  ...

YEP!!!  Loving every minute of it!!

I did it, my can fly 39 mins without battery...wind up

OMG, can't believe this but i actualy overcranked the Inspire1. :@
And my crank tool snapped.
Any advice from you guys is welcome as i don't want to ask for an RMA ??

I guess the 1 O'clock position was just too much on your bird dundee. Sorry my friend. That looks like a stress fracture to me which has probably been proliferating for a while. Out of interest how many times have you been cranking per day?

dundee Posted at 2015-3-29 14:54

So Dundee have you tried this ?  what were the results.

dennis@aerialpe Posted at 2015-3-31 23:09
So Dundee have you tried this ?  what were the results.

Yes i tried this. I will post a video of the test in a few hours

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-29 17:27
I test flew the new C version yesterday and got a 26 minute flight from the TB47. I think its the ne ...

Hey Dave are your serious?  you increase the flight time by that much with just props?  where did you get them?

dennis@aerialpe Posted at 2015-3-31 23:18
Hey Dave are your serious?  you increase the flight time by that much with just props?  where did  ...

Hi Dennis. Its the combination of the variable pitch props (VPP) and the E900's but they arent going to be released to the general public in China until 1st April, actually its less than an hour away. If you can, get an order in quick as they will soon fly off the shelves.

Dave E Posted at 2015-3-31 23:26
Hi Dennis. Its the combination of the variable pitch props (VPP) and the E900's but they arent goi ...

direct from DJI?

A short video will be released at 12 o'clock (China time).

dundee Posted at 2015-3-31 23:38
A short video will be released at 12 o'clock (China time).

any idea on the upgrade cost?

dennis@aerialpe Posted at 2015-3-31 23:40
any idea on the upgrade cost?

Upgrade ?
All will be clear with that video
I'm waiting for it too. Another 15 minutes :@

Just found the cranking video on youtube.

It was worth the wait my friend!! pmsl

LOL good stuff

dundee Posted at 2015-3-31 23:38
A short video will be released at 12 o'clock (China time).

Are you messing with me about the e900 props also

dennis@aerialpe Posted at 2015-4-1 00:23
Are you messing with me about the e900 props also

... not me

dundee Posted at 2015-4-1 00:05
Just found the cranking video on youtube.

LOL...................................LOL............