FAQ, Before you purchase, Upgrades & Normal Issues - Summarized - Page 3

Boddan · 10-03-2008, 01:22 AM

only sort of JR then

brian94066 · 10-03-2008, 10:01 AM

i also want to update on the price of the 3517MGs

they're $129 each

http://www.grandrc.com/inc/sdetail/156538

but if you found a place that sell them for $90 each... NICE!!!

tobeornottobe · 10-10-2008, 01:06 PM

http://www.readyheli.com/DS3517MG_Hi...jrps3517mg.htm

$89.99. Very Nice!

KenHarpster · 10-10-2008, 02:59 PM

Just wanted to mention I had a problem with the 1.5mm hex head screws stripping when trying to screw them into the bottom plate and elsewhere

The screws that I received were not a true 1.5mm, more like 1.6mm. There was more than a bit of frustration as in some cases they did not strip until the were almost fully seated into the "special" washers which meant having to cut the washers off so I could get a grip on the screw head to back it out. Long story short, I found that RCscrewz sells a complete set of stainless screws for the 500. They were not cheap, but what in the world of RC heli's is. Oh, and as an FYI, I build a lot of stuff, my first heli, but, I was using Wiha drivers and know how to use them.

HeliSmith · 10-11-2008, 01:14 AM

The Align screw driver set is your answer here yeah they are sized slightly different.

brian94066 · 10-11-2008, 10:45 AM

or go with Wiha

but still align screws are soft, especially the self tappers into plastic

i stripped two already

Boddan · 10-12-2008, 03:46 AM

I use the align hex drivers and the heads might be soft, but I haven't noticed...

The heads are strong enough to rip the screw in two...

http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=95453 (post #77)

You live and you learn...

Shaun.E · 10-31-2008, 03:43 PM

Nice work Boddan - many thanks. Any thoughts on including modifications (torque tube pin/retaining screw) and canopy mounts?

HELIKEV · 12-20-2008, 01:52 AM

Awesome sticky Boddan

I am a newb and this sticky has been so informative

I have gotten so much information from everyone and I must say this is the best helicopter forum on the web... period

HeliSmith · 12-23-2008, 12:48 AM

I want to add that I was not happy with the 9650/9257 on the tail. I went with a 9254 and a Trex 600 servo mount and I am very happy now. Just be warned not to use the 3rd servo hole out on the servo horn on the 9254 with 100% rudder endpoints. Stupid fast piro rate.

Of course I had to do it a little before I moved the ball in..

P.S.
I have to agree about HeliFreak being the best. It starts from the top with great leadership, is moderated excellently and the users like Boddan just bring it together.

markes · 01-12-2009, 11:43 AM

Hi i am about to order parts for a t rex 600 E build ,So can any one tell me if such handy info for the 600 is on this forum?
I have had a good look but can only find bits n bobs

thanx markes

Schelli · 01-12-2009, 11:57 AM

well, i would definately advise taking the 600 ESP. i just love that one. i got no comparision to the normal 600 E but from just the cost of the parts compared its really worth it and it flies like a charm.

i am also very satisfied with my bls 451 servos, would have taken the spartan + bls 251 on the tail but at that time i couldnt get my hands on a spartan, so i took the lg 6100, works very nice as well.

markes · 01-12-2009, 12:20 PM

Hi sorry when i put 600 E i ment 600 Electric but i will deffo go for the 600 ESP as i have a 500 GF and fance some carbon plus the ESP hase more alloy parts.

thanx markes

flyingeagle · 01-23-2009, 10:28 PM

Well, as a relative newbie that has learned the basics on a Honey Bee King II, I am stashing the funds aside for a 500ESP. Having this info here will come in handy before too much longer! Many thanks for putting it together!

freakinnovice · 03-11-2009, 06:56 PM

Do any of you guys mind posting some pictures of a pinned boom (dowel pinned)?

HeliSmith · 03-11-2009, 08:28 PM

I only have pictures for the 700n if that will work.

http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=90735

fury · 03-22-2009, 03:05 PM

Are there issues with the boom slipping if not pinned?

Boddan · 03-22-2009, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fury

Are there issues with the boom slipping if not pinned?

It might be an issue if you do crazy piros...
The tail can eject, mainly if you are running a torque tube but it can also effect the belt drive...

HeliSmith · 03-22-2009, 04:08 PM

Boddan the ESP wasn't out when you started this thread huh? I have built 6 of them for customers now I have the CF version stock form. I want an ESP...

You don't need to pin if you are running a belt because a belt is locked in because of the pin on the side and the tension of the belt. Only need to pin if your running a torque tube.

rdlohr · 03-22-2009, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fury

Are there issues with the boom slipping if not pinned?

Mine was fine all flying season but slipped a bit over the winter.

Rick

10-03-2008, 01:22 AM	#41
Boddan Registered Users Thread Starter My HF Map location Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Kungsbacka, Sweden	only sort of JR then __________________ Boddan "If at first you don't succeed - Try again and again and again..." Belt CP (CRASHED): TP SG-90's, control arm mod, T-Rex 450 main shaft, EK1-0704a T-Rex 500 CF: 5245 on cyclic, JR G770 3D gyro w. 3500G, DX7

10-10-2008, 01:06 PM	#43
tobeornottobe Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Plymouth, Sunny Devon	http://www.readyheli.com/DS3517MG_Hi...jrps3517mg.htm $89.99. Very Nice! __________________ "Yes, madam, I am drunk. But in the morning I will be sober and you will still be ugly."

10-11-2008, 01:14 AM	#45
HeliSmith Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chico, California	The Align screw driver set is your answer here yeah they are sized slightly different. __________________ Field Representative for To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

10-11-2008, 10:45 AM	#46
brian94066 Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Bruno California	or go with Wiha but still align screws are soft, especially the self tappers into plastic i stripped two already __________________ Amainhobbies.com Protek R/C Cyclone Blades Scorpion Power Systems

10-12-2008, 03:46 AM	#47
Boddan Registered Users Thread Starter My HF Map location Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Kungsbacka, Sweden	I use the align hex drivers and the heads might be soft, but I haven't noticed... The heads are strong enough to rip the screw in two... http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=95453 (post #77) You live and you learn... __________________ Boddan "If at first you don't succeed - Try again and again and again..." Belt CP (CRASHED): TP SG-90's, control arm mod, T-Rex 450 main shaft, EK1-0704a T-Rex 500 CF: 5245 on cyclic, JR G770 3D gyro w. 3500G, DX7

10-03-2008, 10:01 AM	#42
brian94066 Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Bruno California	i also want to update on the price of the 3517MGs they're $129 each http://www.grandrc.com/inc/sdetail/156538 but if you found a place that sell them for $90 each... NICE!!!

10-10-2008, 02:59 PM	#44
KenHarpster Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Lithia, FL	Just wanted to mention I had a problem with the 1.5mm hex head screws stripping when trying to screw them into the bottom plate and elsewhere The screws that I received were not a true 1.5mm, more like 1.6mm. There was more than a bit of frustration as in some cases they did not strip until the were almost fully seated into the "special" washers which meant having to cut the washers off so I could get a grip on the screw head to back it out. Long story short, I found that RCscrewz sells a complete set of stainless screws for the 500. They were not cheap, but what in the world of RC heli's is. Oh, and as an FYI, I build a lot of stuff, my first heli, but, I was using Wiha drivers and know how to use them.

10-31-2008, 03:43 PM	#48
Shaun.E Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lincoln, UK	Nice work Boddan - many thanks. Any thoughts on including modifications (torque tube pin/retaining screw) and canopy mounts?

12-20-2008, 01:52 AM	#49
HELIKEV Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cedar Hill, Texas	Awesome sticky Boddan I am a newb and this sticky has been so informative I have gotten so much information from everyone and I must say this is the best helicopter forum on the web... period __________________ Live long and prosper... Kevin Trex 600N, Trex 500CF

12-23-2008, 12:48 AM	#50
HeliSmith Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chico, California	I want to add that I was not happy with the 9650/9257 on the tail. I went with a 9254 and a Trex 600 servo mount and I am very happy now. Just be warned not to use the 3rd servo hole out on the servo horn on the 9254 with 100% rudder endpoints. Stupid fast piro rate. Of course I had to do it a little before I moved the ball in.. P.S. I have to agree about HeliFreak being the best. It starts from the top with great leadership, is moderated excellently and the users like Boddan just bring it together. __________________ Field Representative for To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

01-12-2009, 11:43 AM	#51
markes Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Scotland	Hi i am about to order parts for a t rex 600 E build ,So can any one tell me if such handy info for the 600 is on this forum? I have had a good look but can only find bits n bobs thanx markes __________________ T-rex 600 ESP, 3x DS610, Gp750 1xDS620,flightpower EVO30 4500 T-rex 500 GF, Full meal head,LTG 2100T,HItec-80mg T-rex 450s, GY 401,HItec-65mg To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

01-12-2009, 11:57 AM	#52
Schelli Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Berlin	well, i would definately advise taking the 600 ESP. i just love that one. i got no comparision to the normal 600 E but from just the cost of the parts compared its really worth it and it flies like a charm. i am also very satisfied with my bls 451 servos, would have taken the spartan + bls 251 on the tail but at that time i couldnt get my hands on a spartan, so i took the lg 6100, works very nice as well. __________________ TRex 250 - 3x HS5065MG - Spartan ds760 - HS5084MG - SLS/ZX 3s 860 mAh TRex 500 all metal head - 3x HS5245 MG - GY 401 - S9257 - Kokam 5s 3200 mAh TRex 600 ESP - 3 x BLS 451 - LTG 6100 - SLS/ZX 6s 5000 mAh - DX7

01-12-2009, 12:20 PM	#53
markes Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Scotland	Hi sorry when i put 600 E i ment 600 Electric but i will deffo go for the 600 ESP as i have a 500 GF and fance some carbon plus the ESP hase more alloy parts. thanx markes __________________ T-rex 600 ESP, 3x DS610, Gp750 1xDS620,flightpower EVO30 4500 T-rex 500 GF, Full meal head,LTG 2100T,HItec-80mg T-rex 450s, GY 401,HItec-65mg To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

01-23-2009, 10:28 PM	#54
flyingeagle Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ft. Worth, Texas	Well, as a relative newbie that has learned the basics on a Honey Bee King II, I am stashing the funds aside for a 500ESP. Having this info here will come in handy before too much longer! Many thanks for putting it together! __________________ In the hanger: Trex 500ESP 401/9257 AR6200 Raptor 90SE OS91 611/9256 AR7000 Trex 450 V2 401/9650 AR6200 A few planks (don't hold that against me!) DX7 - Needing another to soothe the H.A.S. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

03-11-2009, 06:56 PM	#55
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03-11-2009, 08:28 PM	#56
HeliSmith Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chico, California	I only have pictures for the 700n if that will work. http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=90735 __________________ Field Representative for To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

03-22-2009, 03:05 PM	#57
fury Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bristol, UK	Are there issues with the boom slipping if not pinned? __________________ X-Cell Fury 60 Expert Hirobo Sceadu 30 Align T-Rex 500 ESP RC budget, £100 per week, time spent building and flying, priceless!

03-22-2009, 04:08 PM	#59
HeliSmith Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chico, California	Boddan the ESP wasn't out when you started this thread huh? I have built 6 of them for customers now I have the CF version stock form. I want an ESP... You don't need to pin if you are running a belt because a belt is locked in because of the pin on the side and the tension of the belt. Only need to pin if your running a torque tube. __________________ Field Representative for To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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