Issue with LYNX frame brace

[Centurian]

Originally Posted by KiloXray

Here are the instructions:

1. Pull everything out of your stock frame.

2. Put all of it in the MH frame that you ordered because you think it is so brilliantly designed.

3. Enjoy, because now you don't have to worry about the Lynx frame brace anymore.

That does sound like a reasonable option but I'm thinking the brilliant, AVAILABLE & AFFORDABLE frame will become a complete stretch build.

Thank you for your assistance team lynx!!!!

[GSPI]

Originally Posted by Centurian

Thank you for your assistance team lynx!!!!

We aim to please...

[helibus]

I would think the frame would vary more than the aluminum standoffs Lynx likely buys from a 3rd party. Maybe not all frames come from the same mold and tolerances differ a bit. Regardless, I'd be pleased to have a tight fit on my next frame since it may suggest the new frame has a bit more material to it. Certainly wouldn't want a sloppy loose fit on the posts or the frame brace won't be as effective. I'll use sandpaper to round off any sharp edges on the ends of the standoffs and maybe even use plastic-safe lube on the frame holes before inserting the standoffs.

[nartac]

Originally Posted by helibus

use plastic-safe lube on the frame holes before inserting the standoffs.

Excellent thought. Dielectric grease is safe with plastic and should work well

[Centurian]

Originally Posted by nartac

Excellent thought. Dielectric grease is safe with plastic and should work well

The problem is the screws are too short... if dielectric grease will will make the screws longer then some to include with the brace... it seems to me it's time to fix the problem... nuf said.

[KiloXray]

Originally Posted by Centurian

The problem is the screws are too short... if dielectric grease will will make the screws longer then some to include with the brace... it seems to me it's time to fix the problem... nuf said.

Finally.

Sorry couldn't help my self Centurian. Still friends?

[Dylwad]

Would 1.7x16mm screws work? http://shop.osorail.com/product.sc?p...&categoryId=40

[helibus]

I have 22+ turns of thread engagement on the 12mm screws threading into the aluminum standoffs on four or five screws that I just checked. With the right hardware, aluminum posts fully inserted, and usage of the short and long screws not swapped, I can't fathom why longer screws should be required. Certainly not required here.

Some early units shipped from Lynx with incorrect hardware. Has a similar problem resurfaced? - https://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=549226

[KiloXray]

The plot thickens.

[helibus]

Originally Posted by helibus

I have 22+ turns of thread engagement...

Hold on a minute. It seems that part of what I'm counting is the screw threading through the plastic of the frame. Looking at it from another approach led to different results. If I measure the depth remaining in the 10mm standoff after the long screws are installed (ie, before the brace is attached), I come up with about 8mm depth remaining. That means the screws are only engaging with the standoff 2mm (give or take 1/2mm or so on my paper-clip depth gauge approach). At 0.35mm pitch for M1.6, this would be 5-6 threads metal-to-metal. You would definitely want the standoffs fully seated.

Me thinks I'll just go back to solving my OWN problems.

[Centurian]

Originally Posted by Dylwad

Would 1.7x16mm screws work? http://shop.osorail.com/product.sc?p...&categoryId=40

Ordered... reapect to team AD even has solutions for the compotition!

[Dylwad]

Originally Posted by Centurian

Ordered... reapect to team AD even has solutions for the compotition!

Lol, team AD... It's just me over here

[KiloXray]

Originally Posted by Dylwad

Lol, team AD... It's just me over here

Dylan, A Wolfpack of one.

[Centurian]

Originally Posted by Dylwad

Lol, team AD... It's just me over here

Astroid designs - products with purpose that don't disapoint! Never had an issue with an AD product.

Sure is entertaining to hold Lynxs feet to the fire and watch the team minions rally.... .I understand why the minion canopy series now i realise anyone is welcome to sport team colors

[Dylwad]

I tried carrying Lynx early on, e-mails were never returned. Guess I wasn't big enough for them

[ininverno]

Hi Dylwad. I just sent a PM. TTYL

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[nartac]

How to install Lynx frame stiffener to 300x (12 min 37 sec)

[sn00p]

After watching that video I can't help but wonder if the guys struggling are using the shorter philips screws on the wrong side??? Highly doubt it but mine have gone together just like the video no issues each time I've done it. I just don't see how a 12mm screw isn't long enough

[Centurian]

Very interesting video... nicely done. Quite informative.

I removed my stock frame w/ lynx brace to install a MH frame tonight so I have the stocker in front of me to investigate further. I tore the frame down and did some measuring. The long screws as supplied engage the aluminum stand offs as installed in the frame a bit less than 1.5mm. What I am finding is the screws will slide into the aluminum stand offs .7-1.5mm before the screw engages the threads in the stand off. I just made a little video but not having any luck uploading it ATM. When I installed my brace, I used a 1/4" hex Whia 1.5mm allen bit in my fingers. If memory serves I felt the screws engage the alum stand off in every case but 2 of the screws I stripped with my fingers using the 1/4" hex bit after a turn or less of engagement in the aluminum stand offs. A couple more I pulled the threads out of using less torque than I consider appropriate to hold a heli frame together. The easiest solution is still longer screws. The alternative is better machine work taping the stand offs. It appears to me that the earlier standoffs were tapped more accurately or made of higher quality aluminum.

[nartac]

Originally Posted by Centurian

Very interesting video... nicely done. Quite informative.

I removed my stock frame w/ lynx brace to install a MH frame tonight so I have the stocker in front of me to investigate further. I tore the frame down and did some measuring. The long screws as supplied engage the aluminum stand offs as installed in the frame a bit less than 1.5mm. What I am finding is the screws will slide into the aluminum stand offs .7-1.5mm before the screw engages the threads in the stand off. I just made a little video but not having any luck uploading it ATM. When I installed my brace, I used a 1/4" hex Whia 1.5mm allen bit in my fingers. If memory serves I felt the screws engage the alum stand off in every case but 2 of the screws I stripped with my fingers using the 1/4" hex bit after a turn or less of engagement in the aluminum stand offs. A couple more I pulled the threads out of using less torque than I consider appropriate to hold a heli frame together. The easiest solution is still longer screws. The alternative is better machine work taping the stand offs. It appears to me that the earlier standoffs were tapped more accurately or made of higher quality aluminum.

I think "sh*t happens" sometimes, buddy. Perhaps you received dud pins/standoffs/pegs with your kit. I am sure Luca will be happy to help you out with this situation.

Sorry to hear you have some frustrations and I'm sure we all have some frustrations with products that we purchased and it's good that you brought out the problem to the open.

I just want you to know that I don't get paid by Lynx nor do I get any free stuff from Lynx except for a Lynx team pilot T-shirt that I haven't received yet neither (LOL), but I think Lynx put out a lot of good products and they stand behind their products. Believe me, if I think a product s*ucks, I'll let them know.