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Radio - Futaba FASST > 12Z or 14MZ

Papa Sal
Senior Heliman
Location: Reno, Nevada- USA

I have been reading all the threads on the 12Z vs 14MZ. So why do I want to spend the extra $800.00 for a color screen that's fussy in the cold....I'm fussy in the cold and two fussy's just won't get along.....I think

I can spend $800.00 on alot of Heli parts....or another Heli

Also who uses all 14 chanels? You still get to use them on the 12Z. Even in my 35% Yak. So PLEASE help an old man to understand. Thanks my Brothers! Papa Sal

06-06-2008 08:39 PM

modtron
Veteran
Location: Oxford. UK

Save even more and get the 12FG !

modtron
Oxford UK

06-06-2008 09:35 PM

HOMEPAGE

RobRoy
Key Veteran
Location: Huntsville, Alabama

I have flown all three, in my opinion the 14mz and 12z feel about the same, except for heft. The 12fg just didn't feel as comfortable in my hands, the gimbles are spaced a bit different than the 14mz and 12z. I was set to buy a 12z, when someone I had complete trust in offered me a 14mz for less money than a 12z new costs. I couldn't pass it up. I really like the 14mz over the 12z, mainly for the touch screen and hot key navigation. But if it came down to purchasing new, the price difference would force me to choose the 12z over the 14mz.

Ignorance is curable, stupidity is for life.

06-06-2008 09:40 PM

summerwind
Senior Heliman
Location: fresno, ca

i just bought the 12Z as well........one thing to consider over the FG is the sticks, they are different, and cost about 3 times as much for the 12/14Z,
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6.../tm.htm#6946003

but when it comes down to making a choice between the 12 or 14Z, ooooh, that's a tough one. they both do almost exactly the same thing in terms of setup and programming.
i for one have not held a 14Z, but during my quest to decide on the 12Z over the FG i was in contact with many guys (including Team Futaba flyers) who have both and they all said they liked the 12Z more as it's a bit smaller and just feels better in their hands.

if you go here and go to the gallery, you can see a size comparison between the 12 and 14.
http://www.rcfan.com/cgi/gallery?name=14MZ_vs_12Z

good luck on your choice

06-06-2008 11:18 PM

Papa Sal
Senior Heliman
Location: Reno, Nevada- USA

Thanks for the links....and all the input. Now I can make up my mind! looks like the 12Z wins!

Good,cause I"ve got my eye on a new Bergen Itrepid EB next

Papa Sal

06-07-2008 12:44 AM

summerwind
Senior Heliman
Location: fresno, ca

Sal,
trust me, you won't regret it.

mike

06-07-2008 01:05 AM

Papa Sal
Senior Heliman
Location: Reno, Nevada- USA

Thanks Mike, I have a 9CH Super now and I'll give it to my Grandson. Then we both can play!

06-07-2008 01:16 AM

RCfun
Senior Heliman
Location: Denmark

I have a 12Z and have seen a 14MZ. I did not regret my choice compared to the cost difference. The differences is really the touch color screen, metal case for the 14MZ (the 12Z is all plastic but it looks nice), the ability to play music files and show a picture of your model. Also the 14MZ has two slides and two trim buttons more than the 12Z (but I think the 12Z has plenty). Functionalitywise I do not think there are any differences if you take the added features from the updates.

For me I would get the 12Z over the 14MZ again.

/RCfun

06-07-2008 07:27 AM

summerwind
Senior Heliman
Location: fresno, ca

RCfun,

are you sure the 14Z is a metal case?
other sites and the members there have reported that the 14's case is plastic with plating just like the 12's.............look at these pictures of a 14Z that has been opened up and you'll see what i mean,

http://www.rcfan.com/cgi/gallery?name=T14MZ

06-07-2008 08:04 AM

RCfun
Senior Heliman
Location: Denmark

I am not 100% sure but I think the front and rear plating is cast magnesium or something similar. Look at the photos you linked to. Especially the left one in the last row. If it where plastic why would Futanba waste paint to paint the backside of the casing. The sides that hold the front and rear plates are plastic of course.

Anyway who cares to be honest. Your 9C was plastic and I suppose it has been fine

My previous radio before the 12Z was a Multiplex Royal Evo which had a significant plastic feel to it. However, it was still a good radio.

/RCfun

06-07-2008 08:35 AM

summerwind
Senior Heliman
Location: fresno, ca

nah, never had a 9C...........but like you said, it's not that important.
was just pointing out that a few guys over at FG had actually removed the backs of their 14's and confirmed that the case is just like the 12Z and is plated.
one guy had to buy a back half and it's there that they discovered that they are palstic as the replacement didn't match at all.

06-07-2008 08:39 AM

AlexV
Senior Heliman
Location: Moscow, Russia

In 14mz these two brackets are made from aluminium.
All other parts are plastic.
http://www.rcfan.com/cgi/gallery?name=T14MZ,pic=16

Alexander

06-07-2008 09:40 AM

summerwind
Senior Heliman
Location: fresno, ca

well here's another reason for getting the 12Z,
http://www.runryder.com/helicopter/...1/?p=3523241#RR

06-08-2008 01:17 PM

RCfun
Senior Heliman
Location: Denmark

Summervind: There is an update for the 14MZ as well

06-08-2008 02:19 PM

summerwind
Senior Heliman
Location: fresno, ca

my bad, i got off to thinking about the 12Z only

06-08-2008 02:45 PM

lrogers
Key Veteran
Location: Mobile, Al

I've got a couple weeks flying behind me now with the 12Z and I am TOTALLY satisfied. The sticks are silky smooth and responce time time is NOW. Yes, the programing takes some getting used to, (moved up from a 9CHP Super)but the capabilities.......WOW!

Larry Rogers - R/C Helicopter Pilot

06-08-2008 04:15 PM

HOMEPAGE

LARKS
Senior Heliman
Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana

I love my 14MZ!