Does the cockpit hatch stay closed well? Every review video I've seen for this vehicle looks as though the hatch bounces up and down while being held.
1010354
Yes the hatch does stay closed. We got two right wings, took months to get it right, otherwise it's an awesome ship.
1010355
The hatch is large and heavy so with frequent play it may be more loose but so far (6 months) the ship has handled well under the use of my 4 and 9 year old sons...biggest problem is tracking down the missiles that shoot 10 feet across the room.
1010356
Not at all. I don't want to permanently modify it, but I'm thinking about using magnet stickers or something to make it stay closed. The wings won't stay in the flight position, either. You have to take it apart and put in a weaker spring.
1186649
My Mazda CX5 has a "spoiler" on the top of rear hatch. The rack does not interfere. Look at a Mazda CX5 and see if yours is the same. Or go to Thule.com
1332182
I didn't have problem with the screen. I completed two quail hatch with no problem. I heard of the pad but I couldn't say it work. I hope this help.
1037540
I've got it on a 93 with 4 inch lift on 33's. Its been good so far except it compleatly blocks the rear view mirror with the spare on. Have to get new side views now so I can drive without doors. It was a bitch to install, had to drop gas tank and drill new holes but once all that was done it went on great. Looks good. Holds a 33 in tire, getting 35's soon but shouldn't be an issue. Its solid, looks good and I think worth the price. Arrived with all parts in package. Haven't had to use it for recovery yet so cant tell ya if its going to get snatched off or not.... hope not. So far so good, id reccommend it. Hope this helps I've got it on a 93 with 4 inch lift on 33's. Its been good so far except it compleatly blocks the rear view mirror with the spare on. Have to get new side views now so I can drive without doors. It was a bitch to install, had to drop gas tank and drill new holes but once all that was done it went on great. Looks good. Holds a 33 in tire, getting 35's soon but shouldn't be an issue. Its solid, looks good and I think worth the price. Arrived with all parts in package. Haven't had to use it for recovery yet so cant tell ya if its going to get snatched off or not.... hope not. So far so good,... » Read More I've got it on a 93 with 4 inch lift on 33's. Its been good so far except it compleatly blocks the rear view mirror with the spare on. Have to get new side views now so I can drive without doors. It was a bitch to install, had to drop gas tank and drill new holes but once all that was done it went on great. Looks good. Holds a 33 in tire, getting 35's soon but shouldn't be an issue. Its solid, looks good and I think worth the price. Arrived with all parts in package. Haven't had to use it for recovery yet so cant tell ya if its going to get snatched off or not.... hope not. So far so good, id reccommend it. Hope this helps « Show Less
1488444
Yes this plane is outstanding for a begginer, That was the reason I bought it. I have tried 2 other begginer planes that cost more money and have not lasted half as long. I have crashed a few times and had to use some foam glue(not super glue) to get the plane back to flying but nothing major that needed me to buy replacment parts for the plane. I have nose dived into the ground, hit a fence a few times even hit a tree and the plane is still flying great. The controller is simple and will not confuse a new flyer, the gyro system in the plane is great and will keep the plane level while flying. Hope this answered your question and if you have more feel free to ask VR James
369645
Jeremy you are right. It needs some way to lock it closed when wrestling it into and out of your car. Mine flops open and hangs up every time. I'm going to try a cinch strap and I'm sure I will find something at the auto parts store but the manufacturer definitely dropped the ball here. Wake up NOVA!
2012591
MINE IS ROCK SOLID, i flipped my mounting bolts over to the left side, added a drop per bolt of red locktight and after getting it finger tight i ever so slightly tightened mine down a half turn or so past finger tight with a socket.. mines never budged. Even at finger tight mine was on pretty solid with no play or wiggle, is your rail aftermarket ? is it a el-cheapo or a quality rail ? is a factory rail on a AR ? im guessing the problem is not the optic.. however you never know. do other mounts fit you rail solid without issue ? contact Lucid.. they are flat out awesome to work with !
1384985
You do not "have" to latch it. That is an option, to keep it from moving around in the vehicle, especially in case of a crash. We don't have latches either and it works fine in our vehicle.
109814
I don't have it either and it works well Adam P pretty much said it all it has adjusting clips that go under the doors and keep it nice and tight and it's super waterproof I glad I bought it because I can't always throw it in my garage hope this helps , keep jeepin brotha !
710138
I received mine a month or so after release, it still has the issue with the wings although all it requires is a bit of pressure to lock the wings in place, I believe there's a couple if detailed tutorials that explain how to deal with the problem more effectively.
1835422
How old is it? I have three of them for different vehicles and have not experienced any of the issues you mention. I'd say buy again.Great product
914430
Are you asking about how much weight can be hung on the end of the hatch while fully opened? Not much. It easily holds the very heavy hatch up, but it doesn't require much of a tug to pull it down. On my jeep, it works perfectly. Just a little tug will bring it down. HOWEVER, the shocks themselves can hold some serious weight! I tried everything I could (pushing it against a wall, kneeling on it, trying to step on it) and I could NOT get the shock to go down.
1107249
the rear will sit high for a while and then it will settle down a little lower. it will never get as low as it was with air suspension. this is a plus because you will never bottom out and never have a problem again. very satisfied with the product. it will outlive the car itself
1274035
Yep, I was hoping to see reviews on it too. ALSO, I'm wondering if you charge it up and leave it in your trunk, how long does it retain the charge. I.E., sit for a year and still be able to be used to 'jump' a car?
453027
Yes, the upgrade I bought included the motorized lift and a rain sensor that closes the hatch if wet. Caution, I learned that when the sensor dries, the hatch will reopen ... even if you're driving down the road. Make sure you've turned it off.
485609
I could never get mine to fly at all. One of the motors only spins up intermittently causing the craft to invert and crash. Just got it a few weeks ago but never got it to work.
733897
Good day, we do offer a clearance chart to determine if a certain box will clear the hatch of the vehicle. In most cases, customers are happy to receive the additional storage space so being able to fully open the hatch 85-90% of the way isn't as much of a concern as it will allows ample rear access. However, if you do want to be sure the box will clear the hatch when mounted to the factory crossbars, we recommend visiting a dealer to view the dimension chart and instructions for obtaining the front clearance dimension. You can also contact Thule direct, and we can email that to you. Thanks!