Converting Futaba FP-T3PB to 2.4?

[Synergy]

So I’ve read all I can find on the topic of converting a Futaba Magnum PCM 1024 FP-T3PB to 2.4. Unfortunately the threads that I have found are all a little aged and none of the modules discussed appear to be available.

Is there a drop in module available now to perform this upgrade?

Thank you.

[Dom79]

So I’ve read all I can find on the topic of converting a Futaba Magnum PCM 1024 FP-T3PB to 2.4. Unfortunately the threads that I have found are all a little aged and none of the modules discussed appear to be available.

Is there a drop in module available now to perform this upgrade?

Thank you.

I recently did the conversion and found myself in the same boat. All the mentioned modules were nowhere to be found.

With a bit of searching, I found one that worked and is still available.

Youre looking for the Corona CT8F module for the transmitter. The compatable receivers are the Corona CR3D, CR4D, CR6D and CR8D.



A quick google search came up with this

https://www.amazon.com/GoGoRc-Corona-2-4GHz-Module-Receiver/dp/B07ZMHGFPH

The binding instructions are pretty straight forward and it has worked perfectly so far.

Let me know if you have any questions

-Dom

[Synergy]

That’s brilliant, thank you, I shall go and search now as it doesn’t appear to be available on Amazon UK.

[Synergy]

Well I’ve found the correct module thanks to Dom79 with RX on eBay so it’s hopefully on it way, fingers crossed there is nothing wrong with the TX as I was unable to test it other than turning it on and checking the lights

[Dom79]

Make sure the dipswitch is set to PPM on the Futaba. You might need to reverse a channel or two depending on your setup (throttle/brake, left/right, etc.)

As for the RX, They are an aircraft style (but will work fine in a car) so the antennas are best positioned on a 90 degree angle



What I did was have one stick straight up like a traditional antenna and the other I mounted flat with the chassis which gave me the 90 degree.

Glad you were able to snag one, hopefully for a good price.

You can also find the receivers on Ali Express which are slightly cheaper then ebay.

Hope that helps

[RadioFlyer]

If you can still find one these work great.

https://www.getfpv.com/frsky-df-2-4ghz-combo-pack-for-futaba-w-module-rx.html

https://www.banggood.com/FrSky-XJT-2_4Ghz-Combo-Pack-for-JR-w-or-Telemetry-Module-With-X8R-Receiver-p-1060775.html?rmmds=buy&cur_warehouse=CN

I included the Banggood link because it's available but that's double the price of the one I got from HobbyKing about 7 years ago.

I still used this radio a few years ago for some indoor racing. I've since lost the battery cover.