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I use the large ones and they are a tight fit. No chance of slipping at all.
Dumbthumb75
03-16-2012, 02:08 PM
I use the large ones and they are a tight fit. No chance of slipping at all.
I have used the large ones on the gasser (12mm skids), but one fell off a little while ago and got lost in the snow...:)
They are too loose for 10mm, IMHO.
Just personal preference I guess, but I'll prefer a tight fit...:tongue
Better order both to decide yourself.
richardmills
03-16-2012, 02:42 PM
trex 600/700 fit perfectly
Groucho_
03-16-2012, 02:47 PM
I use T-Rex 550 skids, which are the same as T-Rex 600 and T-Rex 700.
Perfect fit.
CyprusFlyer
03-17-2012, 02:43 AM
Thanks all, I have a 550, they looked a bit small but see the QuickUK small ones can be squeezed on there, QED then, small with KY Jelly it is then!
Groucho_
03-17-2012, 03:30 AM
They may look a bit small, but they're a perfect fit...
CyprusFlyer
03-17-2012, 08:43 AM
Further to page 2 of this thread:
Finished the Power bus, looking good and managed to include a cheepo Bluetooth in there as a bonus. Will only patch it in when required for setup or vib problems/analysis etc.
All servos/power/esc will plug into this and only the 3 cables need to go over to the VBAR so cutting down on cable density and transfer of vibrations.
Plan to cut out a Carbon plate to mount this above the Tail servo most probably, may even cut holes for rubber grommets so the cable can come through the other side. Just some thoughts but will have to wait for the kit to see what the final install will be like. Servos for illustration only, have the usual candidates.
marcosp
03-17-2012, 07:51 PM
Watch it with the cheapo BT! There have been problems reported. Frozen units and crashes. Search the forums for info, I don't recall exactly which non Mikado BT did that.
CyprusFlyer
03-19-2012, 07:19 AM
Thanks for the warning, I have considered that possibilty and will only connect it live for setting up and vib analysis on the deck or low hover if neccessary which hopefully I should not after minimising the wire to the Vbar. Otherwise it will be really handy to have it available so I can tweek with an android phone if I have to.
CyprusFlyer
03-26-2012, 06:21 AM
Slowly collecting all the bits and pieces, ordered 2 batches of 4x 4500 Nano Tech 6S Lipos for 4 complete 12S sets. 2nd batch of 45/90C arrived this morning.
The first thing I always do before cutting off packaging, changing connectors etc is check the voltage. Must say had about 14 from them, all arrive at about 50% charge, 23v in this case.
Well three were fine, but one was at 18v! at least 1 cell knackered (0v), another low at 2.6v, emailed HK, lets see what their customer service is like!
Photos of good and bad :arggg:
Groucho_
03-26-2012, 06:41 AM
Unfortunately it will probably cost you more or thereabouts to ship the battery back for a replacement than it would were you to purchase a new one :(
CyprusFlyer
03-26-2012, 08:18 AM
Yes, sort of hoping that they will accept the photographic evidence, we shall see!
They should by rights pick up the postage cost for faulty stuff but they out of the reach of normal legislation.
Anyway, positive, 3.5 flight packs ready and waiting, I have tested all in the charger, all have about 2-2.5 milli ohms internal resistance, nice and consistant with the higher spec 45/90C slighty lower. Not sure if the cost of higher spec is justified, expect the 35/70C will be OK for my style of old git flying :thumbup:
Have soldered all connectors and put yellow HS on the higher spec connectors.
Only outstanding now is the Vbar (on order), oh yea and the kit, only want one :lol:
Emailed Jan for something else and did drop in that it is my birthday towards end of April hint hint.
I also have some server supplies off ebay coming, going with the field charger idea, have fewer packs, cycle them until they drop, buy some more, no shelf life issues then, esp with the heat in Cyprus, expect that is a large factor in Lipo life.
jointer
03-26-2012, 10:39 AM
That is why i quit using HK lipos, almost every time one pack of the delivery was DOA or died soon.
+1 on the server power supplies, cheap and reliable with lot of power!
Heli G
03-27-2012, 03:16 AM
That is why i quit using HK lipos, almost every time one pack of the delivery was DOA or died soon.
BIG +1...they use to be good value, but lately they have become a big waste of money with no reasonable recourse on defective lipos due to the cost and hassle of returning them. :mad:
heli-lover
03-28-2012, 09:25 AM
Just a trick I used but 1 battery out of about 30 from HK came with a puff. Voltage read fine but I was concerned. I took a pic, posted in their support forum and had a new one in the mail 24 hours later. With the picture I provided as evidence (just like you did) but placed in that highly visible forum of theirs got me a replacement without issue. Because of my picture they didn't need me to return it.
Might be worth a try. When you look stand-up, they treat you that way. :thumbup:
Heli G
03-28-2012, 10:13 AM
Just a trick I used but 1 battery out of about 30 from HK came with a puff. Voltage read fine but I was concerned. I took a pic, posted in their support forum and had a new one in the mail 24 hours later. With the picture I provided as evidence (just like you did) but placed in that highly visible forum of theirs got me a replacement without issue. Because of my picture they didn't need me to return it.
Might be worth a try. When you look stand-up, they treat you that way. :thumbup:
Never tried their forum, but when we had issues and wanted to provide pictures they just said their policy is to exchange after you return the defective lipo. It's not just lipos that are puffed on delivery but also ones that lasts less that 10 cycles before puffing. I have some of their 40C Turnigy 5000mAh that's still holding up, even after a year of use. But given the last few batches it is just not worth the effort anymore, so I don't buy heli lipos from them anymore.
heli-lover
03-28-2012, 10:26 AM
I'm of the same mind. Two plus years of using them but recently there has been a lot of rustling in the weeds about quality issues. I'm due for some new batts and I'm looking at GensAce at the moment. About $15/pack more but US based distribution and a great track record. I think Gens is getting my money this next go around.
Heli G
03-29-2012, 02:52 AM
I'm of the same mind. Two plus years of using them but recently there has been a lot of rustling in the weeds about quality issues. I'm due for some new batts and I'm looking at GensAce at the moment. About $15/pack more but US based distribution and a great track record. I think Gens is getting my money this next go around.
Yes and with GA there's local recourse for defects! :thumbup:
CyprusFlyer
03-30-2012, 07:10 AM
Just received these from UK nice job, went for a theme on 2 canopies.
Danny_Swe
04-02-2012, 03:21 AM
really cool!
CyprusFlyer
04-05-2012, 05:12 AM
Penultimate piece of the puzzle arrived today, Vbar Mini, checked out and flashed up to Pro. All servo horns cut and some Vbar setup completed. Main thing was getting the Servo centreing bang on, servos now labled up for position and Vbar performing as expected.
Another use for the FBL sighting rod (Trex 600/550)!
Thats it, ready for the kit and good to go knowing that I can just assemble it now.
Thats my second Vbar, noticed the packaging is not great, the Vbar falls through the cardboard holder to rattle around in the bottom. Then I suppose it has to put up with a lot more G's than the postal service may subject it too - pre-tested!
CyprusFlyer
04-05-2012, 01:46 PM
Email came today, will be contacted next week for shipping details, magic:bacon
Post Easter for me then :peace
ZuvieleTeile
04-06-2012, 09:15 AM
Penultimate piece of the puzzle arrived today, Vbar Mini, checked out and flashed up to Pro. All servo horns cut and some Vbar setup completed. Main thing was getting the Servo centreing bang on, servos now labled up for position and Vbar performing as expected.
Another use for the FBL sighting rod (Trex 600/550)!
That's a splendid idea. . .
CyprusFlyer
04-06-2012, 11:05 AM
And of course the obligatory black gears, also threw some spare 550 gears into the festering pot!
Hopefully pre-ordered the right amount of gears, the other two are metal I believe, spare set already.
Yes thats a complete spare 550 frame set 2mm.
AcidDrink
04-07-2012, 02:52 AM
And of course the obligatory black gears, also threw some spare 550 gears into the festering pot!
Hopefully pre-ordered the right amount of gears, the other two are metal I believe, spare set already.
Yes thats a complete spare 550 frame set 2mm.
I knid of like my gears white ;) Easier to spot the dirt. (I am just saying that because I need an excuse to not to tear power train apart again :) )
Looking great - and servo centering trick is great idea.:clap