Hate it when this happens...

[Squirrel!]

Any suggestions on a repair or replacement that won't cost $200? I do have the ear that snapped off (don't ask how just THAT piece broke, I've no clue) and I most certainly WILL be getting a gimbal guard/protector for the landing feet. Any and all suggestions most appreciated.

 

[LuvMyTJ]

Well that sucks. Check with @hunch to see if he can assist you with repair or search the classifieds for a replacement camera assembly.

PS - found the perfect avatar for you.

 

[rabristol]

They make an epoxy for plastics. I have had very good luck with it. You can get it at walmart. I use 2 layers. First layer to glue it and then a second to coat the first layer.

 

[Techcop50]

Amazon.com: Plast-aid 80400 Plastic Pool Part Repair Kit, 6-Ounce: Patio, Lawn & Garden

 

[Apophis]

I broke the gimbal plate on mine, during it's second flight. Prior to ordering a replacement from DJI, I went by a drone shop here in town, that specializes in the DJIs. Now from he told me, you can still fly it with three tabs. I did it with mine until the replacement parts came in.

 

[Squirrel!]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHHAAHA!!! FIXED!!!

I went with http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0044FBB8C?refRID=00AJECFZC2E4GF4NY3GF&ref_=pd_rhf_ee_p_img_2 for the repair and am quite pleased!

 

[LuvMyTJ]

Good news!
What adhesive did you use?

 

[Squirrel!]

Good news!
What adhesive did you use?

The one I linked to in my post.

 

[LuvMyTJ]

The one I linked to in my post.

Somehow I missed that You still going to get a replacement part or just keep on with the repair?

 

[Squirrel!]

Pretty sure just sticking with the repair. Going to let it cure overnight before testing in flight, but I don't forsee any issues as long as I stop crashing it. I am VERY happy again! But I DO need longer landing legs and a brace between the legs to protect the camera/gimbal. Just gotta find 'em.

 

[mcphipps]

Pretty sure just sticking with the repair. Going to let it cure overnight before testing in flight, but I don't forsee any issues as long as I stop crashing it. I am VERY happy again! But I DO need longer landing legs and a brace between the legs to protect the camera/gimbal. Just gotta find 'em.

Find them here.
DJI Phantom Accessories & Tips - Phantom Help

 

[buford]

I broke the gimbal plate on mine, during it's second flight. Prior to ordering a replacement from DJI, I went by a drone shop here in town, that specializes in the DJIs. Now from he told me, you can still fly it with three tabs. I did it with mine until the replacement parts came in.

Can you give me the name of that shop.....so I know to go somewhere else. If one of the rubber dampers is even hanging lower, you end up getting warnings of gimbal overload, and eventually, your gimbal will die a slow and agonizing death.

 

[Apophis]

Can you give me the name of that shop.....so I know to go somewhere else. If one of the rubber dampers is even hanging lower, you end up getting warnings of gimbal overload, and eventually, your gimbal will die a slow and agonizing death.

It was Built Drones on Atlantic. I only ran mine for a week, before my mounting plate came in. That's the only store I know of in Jacksonville.

Off topic, since you mentioned it. Do I need all four pegs in the gimbal? Or just the dampeners?

 

[FlyinBrian]

It was Built Drones on Atlantic. I only ran mine for a week, before my mounting plate came in. That's the only store I know of in Jacksonville.

Off topic, since you mentioned it. Do I need all four pegs in the gimbal? Or just the dampeners?

2 pegs, diagonally opposite, and 4 dampeners.

 

[buford]

I've thought about putting 4 pegs, but theyre kind of a ***** to get off, and two will keep it from dropping off. Thought about elec. wire ties too, but I'd have to cut them off every time I worked on the gimbal or changed dampers, so I left it at two.