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by dswanson
19 Dec 2015, 12:44
Forum: The Virtual Spanner
Topic: Windows 10 and FS9
Replies: 8
Views: 2653

Re: Windows 10 and FS9

Hi, Reply to Ben's question, not a fresh install - I couldn't contemplate that with all the add-ons over the years :lol: After persevering with a few flights I've now restored back to Win 7 and all is well with the world :welldone: The roll back was easy and complete - no additional fiddles required
by dswanson
18 Dec 2015, 13:08
Forum: The Virtual Spanner
Topic: Windows 10 and FS9
Replies: 8
Views: 2653

Re: Windows 10 and FS9

Hi, I took the plunge and took the Win10 upgrade. FS9 does run OK with a few snags: - Have to run as administrator to keep Active Camera 2004 functions - Can't make any setting changes when in full-screen mode, e.g. change plane - as get a black screen and need to use esc key to clear it. Must close...
by dswanson
08 Dec 2015, 14:22
Forum: The Virtual Spanner
Topic: Windows 10 and FS9
Replies: 8
Views: 2653

Re: Windows 10 and FS9

Hi, I have FS9 on the D: drive of my PC, and expecting to update Win7 - win10 on the PC as it is. I seem to remember setting up on DX 10 when installing FS9 on the PC after I'd built it, some time ago now Having seen the bit in the upgrade bumph that I can revert to win7 within a month of upgrading ...
by dswanson
05 Dec 2015, 14:50
Forum: The Virtual Spanner
Topic: Windows 10 and FS9
Replies: 8
Views: 2653

Windows 10 and FS9

Hi,

As with others I get bombarded with the free win10 upgrade - are there any known adverse impacts with win10 and FS9 ?
by dswanson
10 Nov 2014, 16:46
Forum: CBFS Forum
Topic: A little Prop problem
Replies: 6
Views: 2191

Re: A little Prop problem

Hi,

Found the problem - corrupted FS9.CFG. Restored it from a backup and all happy now :)
by dswanson
05 Nov 2014, 17:58
Forum: CBFS Forum
Topic: A little Prop problem
Replies: 6
Views: 2191

Re: A little Prop problem

Peter,

I have the keys set up and the key will lift the prop pitch levers to max revs but they then Revert back to low revs even with the key depressed
by dswanson
05 Nov 2014, 16:14
Forum: CBFS Forum
Topic: A little Prop problem
Replies: 6
Views: 2191

Re: A little Prop problem

Mike,

Not tested that. I have no joystick setting for prop pitch but will give it a go. Thanks
by dswanson
04 Nov 2014, 20:45
Forum: CBFS Forum
Topic: A little Prop problem
Replies: 6
Views: 2191

A little Prop problem

Hi, I've encountered a strange and not seen before problem with the Prop levers not holding high revs for reciprocating engined aircraft. It seemed to start when I shut down a helicopter. I can't get any of the planes out of low-rev mode, and the helicopters won't lift off the ground. :wall: I'm sur...
by dswanson
25 Sep 2014, 16:55
Forum: Gallery
Topic: DS Elco 80
Replies: 2
Views: 988

Re: DS Elco 80

Hi,

That looks very much like my R/C Perkasa class MTB which does run at a good clip but not 30kt.. :)
by dswanson
10 Jul 2014, 16:58
Forum: CBFS Forum
Topic: Bristol Beaufighter - woot!
Replies: 26
Views: 4810

Re: Bristol Beaufighter - woot!

Glad you like the Beau :thumbsup: It's one of my favourites. I actually prefer it to the Mossie :worried:
Mr G, wash your mouth out with soap. The Mossie will always be the most bestest aircraft in the entire universe !!! :Dance: