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bobbyshafter · 07-12-2009, 08:33 AM

If you have a Align 500esp or flown one you will be disappointed with the HK.
More so if you skimp on electronic,hey the trex 500 esp just rocks

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outhouse · 07-12-2009, 01:00 PM

jonp HK is always like that, they take there time and thats just the way it is. Its not like a mom and pop store stateside that is on it! Now even the smaller stores are like that over there.

[[[[ If you have a Align 500esp or flown one you will be disappointed with the HK ]]]]

this arguement is almost 3 years old when the copterx came out in the 450 class. with good electronics it flies exactly the same and the 500 wont be any difference. The good thing about this kit is you can outfit it the way you want not what align decides to sell you.

Heres the head and tail I would get, Now there are no reviews yet because the 500 clones have not been out long enough for these combos to rack up a few hundred flight as of yet. The cheap 450 heads hold up dang near as good as the align heads and i see no difference why these would not hold up well.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Upgrade-for-all-...3A4%7C294%3A50

RyuuChi · 07-12-2009, 01:58 PM

or you can just get an esp and sell off the parts you don't want to someone who does like them/need replacements for them.

but seriously, I think this kit is for those who love to fly and need to do it on the cheap. some of the clone stuff can be pretty good, for the money, from what i've heard...

jonp · 07-12-2009, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by jteee

If you paid for standard shipping, it takes a few days to process, it's stated on the site. Express shipping is more, but you get it within 4 days. It's not poor service when everything is specified in writing and you agree to the terms, then change your mind as to your shipping method.
I've ordered several times from Hobby City and my average wait is 10 days from when I place my order.
If you want something faster, order somewhere else.

Maybe you are more familiar with their website than I am but I didn't notice their small print. I have not said I want to change my shipping preference - I just a) didn't realise that that was their policy and b) I'll just wait!

jonp · 07-12-2009, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by outhouse

Heres the head and tail I would get, Now there are no reviews yet because the 500 clones have not been out long enough for these combos to rack up a few hundred flight as of yet. The cheap 450 heads hold up dang near as good as the align heads and i see no difference why these would not hold up well.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Upgrade-for-all-...3A4%7C294%3A50

Thanks for the link!

Vinci · 07-12-2009, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by xxlrg

Where are you seeing the 500 esp for 400ish?

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonp

Good question - I would like to know as well!

I bought mine for $430 at Flying-Hobby.com . Even saw some ESPs going cheaper, I thought it was for 405 USD. There was at topic about it on HF very recently. If you can buy the ESP super combo for that kind of money and you arent going the budget way with the electronics the HK500 won't be that cheap after all.

ourbail · 07-12-2009, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Vinci

I bought mine for $430 at Flying-Hobby.com . Even saw some ESPs going cheaper, I thought it was for 405 USD. There was at topic about it on HF very recently. If you can buy the ESP super combo for that kind of money and you arent going the budget way with the electronics the HK500 won't be that cheap after all.

+1

bobbyshafter · 07-12-2009, 05:55 PM

The HK is no deal when you look at the going price for a esp.
I have the HK 450 the only thing that is hk now is the frame ,cost more than my align trex450.Only now it fly as good as my trex.

Hey i like HobbyKing great price on lipos,charger,cf blades but hk trex clones are not deals

Ken4 · 07-12-2009, 11:36 PM

HK500 back in stock. 165pcs now.

FlightAddict · 07-13-2009, 02:00 AM

just placed my order, will be checking it out...with the align parts i removed [motor + esc] for the rcdn nitro conversion on my esp; will keep you guys posted.

helimanho · 07-13-2009, 07:25 AM

I got mine delivered today!! 3 days!!

FlyingMonkey · 07-13-2009, 07:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by helimanho

I got mine delivered today!! 3 days!!

I expect a flight report by the time I get home from work in about 14 hours...

helimanho · 07-13-2009, 08:16 AM

Hi guys can suggest any budget electronics to go with this HK500, dun want to spend too much.

Taman76 · 07-14-2009, 12:01 PM

I have been flying a E-sky Belt CP and ordered one of these 500 kits a couple of days ago. The only thing that concerns me is the ESC. I ordered the Hextronic 80A Besc and I am wondering if I will need an external BEC for this bird since I probably will use 5 or 6 cells.

As far as waiting for it to be shipped. I am in no hurry.

Bullitt5094 · 07-14-2009, 07:34 PM

If you go with the turnigy plush 80Amp for $49 it has an internal switching BEC.
http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/s...eed_Controller

I've used two of the Plush series in my HK-450s and love them. I would assume the higher amperage ones would be just as good.

Snaydher · 07-14-2009, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by helimanho

I got mine delivered today!! 3 days!!

Really!? hey man, post some pictures, videos, reviews... all buyers still waiting someone who gots one...

pompyrich · 07-15-2009, 07:36 AM

Got mine today, wanted it for spares mainly, so not disappointed, had a quick look through the kit, my first thoughts are good:

The main frame is aluminium which I like, so are the tail fins.
The main grips are plastic which is just plain scary and the rest of the head is plastic.
Worringly the main shaft is aluminium.
The blades are white fibreglass, just like the ebay specials I run anyway so thats good.
Landing gear is 1 piece moulded, like the 450 pro

helimanho · 07-15-2009, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snaydher

Really!? hey man, post some pictures, videos, reviews... all buyers still waiting someone who gots one...

Bullitt5094 · 07-15-2009, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pompyrich

The main grips are plastic which is just plain scary and the rest of the head is plastic.

Worringly the main shaft is aluminium.

Do any of the 500 class electrics come with plastic grips and/or aluminum shafts or is this something that's really untried?

pompyrich · 07-15-2009, 11:56 AM

TBH i don't know, I wouldn't use the plastic main grips but I am running a 500L on 16T pinion on 5s packs and the headspeed is quite high.

Would probably be OK for lower headspeeds but I am not going to test it.

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RyuuChi Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2008	or you can just get an esp and sell off the parts you don't want to someone who does like them/need replacements for them. but seriously, I think this kit is for those who love to fly and need to do it on the cheap. some of the clone stuff can be pretty good, for the money, from what i've heard... __________________

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07-12-2009, 08:33 AM	#41 (permalink)
bobbyshafter Join Date: Sep 2008	If you have a Align 500esp or flown one you will be disappointed with the HK. More so if you skimp on electronic,hey the trex 500 esp just rocks .

07-12-2009, 01:00 PM	#42 (permalink)
outhouse Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Nov 2007	jonp HK is always like that, they take there time and thats just the way it is. Its not like a mom and pop store stateside that is on it! Now even the smaller stores are like that over there. [[[[ If you have a Align 500esp or flown one you will be disappointed with the HK ]]]] this arguement is almost 3 years old when the copterx came out in the 450 class. with good electronics it flies exactly the same and the 500 wont be any difference. The good thing about this kit is you can outfit it the way you want not what align decides to sell you. Heres the head and tail I would get, Now there are no reviews yet because the 500 clones have not been out long enough for these combos to rack up a few hundred flight as of yet. The cheap 450 heads hold up dang near as good as the align heads and i see no difference why these would not hold up well. http://cgi.ebay.com/Upgrade-for-all-...3A4%7C294%3A50

07-12-2009, 05:55 PM	#48 (permalink)
bobbyshafter Join Date: Sep 2008	The HK is no deal when you look at the going price for a esp. I have the HK 450 the only thing that is hk now is the frame ,cost more than my align trex450.Only now it fly as good as my trex. Hey i like HobbyKing great price on lipos,charger,cf blades but hk trex clones are not deals

07-12-2009, 11:36 PM	#49 (permalink)
Ken4 Registered Users Join Date: Sep 2008	HK500 back in stock. 165pcs now.

07-13-2009, 02:00 AM	#50 (permalink)
FlightAddict Registered Users Join Date: Feb 2009	just placed my order, will be checking it out...with the align parts i removed [motor + esc] for the rcdn nitro conversion on my esp; will keep you guys posted.

07-13-2009, 07:25 AM	#51 (permalink)
helimanho Registered Users Join Date: Jul 2009	I got mine delivered today!! 3 days!!

07-13-2009, 08:16 AM	#53 (permalink)
helimanho Registered Users Join Date: Jul 2009	Hi guys can suggest any budget electronics to go with this HK500, dun want to spend too much.

07-14-2009, 12:01 PM	#54 (permalink)
Taman76 Registered Users Join Date: Sep 2008	I have been flying a E-sky Belt CP and ordered one of these 500 kits a couple of days ago. The only thing that concerns me is the ESC. I ordered the Hextronic 80A Besc and I am wondering if I will need an external BEC for this bird since I probably will use 5 or 6 cells. As far as waiting for it to be shipped. I am in no hurry.

07-14-2009, 07:34 PM	#55 (permalink)
Bullitt5094 Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Apr 2009	If you go with the turnigy plush 80Amp for $49 it has an internal switching BEC. http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/s...eed_Controller I've used two of the Plush series in my HK-450s and love them. I would assume the higher amperage ones would be just as good.

07-15-2009, 07:36 AM	#57 (permalink)
pompyrich Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2008	Got mine today, wanted it for spares mainly, so not disappointed, had a quick look through the kit, my first thoughts are good: The main frame is aluminium which I like, so are the tail fins. The main grips are plastic which is just plain scary and the rest of the head is plastic. Worringly the main shaft is aluminium. The blades are white fibreglass, just like the ebay specials I run anyway so thats good. Landing gear is 1 piece moulded, like the 450 pro

07-15-2009, 11:56 AM	#60 (permalink)
pompyrich Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2008	TBH i don't know, I wouldn't use the plastic main grips but I am running a 500L on 16T pinion on 5s packs and the headspeed is quite high. Would probably be OK for lower headspeeds but I am not going to test it.

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