tools needed

[avexplorer]

Can any give a list of tools needed to do trex 450 se build. I would like to get everything needed at one time. Also what parts might i need that do not come with the kit. Kit should be here next week.

[MicroMan]

Below is a basic list of what to get as far as tools go. One other thing you may want to look into is a Dremel tool set if you can afford it.

Ball Link Pliers
Ball Link Resizer
Blade Balencer (The Align one is good)
Metric Hex Drivers (Align makes a nice set)
Thread Lock (Loctite or whatever brand you can find)
CA Glue
Needle Nose pliers
Side cutters (like pliers but used for cutting plastic etc)
X-acto Knife and Blades
Good screwdriver set, Phillips Head and Slotted (#00 to start)

[Pinecone]

Pitch guage is good to have. Algin works fine.

I like the Helimax tweezer style ball link "pliers" Easier to get into tight confines on Tres.

Soldering iron to do connectors.

[avexplorer]

Thanks guys that is helpful

[killabee]

i've found tweezers are very useful

[Pinecone]

Yes, tiny points and angles tips. Great for holding those servo plates.

BTW does anybody know of a source for something like the plastic servo plates taht Align includes?

[MicroMan]

You can get servo plates in carbon fiber from here http://www.readyheli.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=servo+plates&Search.x=0&Search.y=0

[Pinecone]

Nice to know about those, how about the single hole plastic ones?