RRRyyyMMMaaaNNN's MX400 Build Thread

[RRRyyyMMMaaaNNN]

Hey everyone! Noobie here.

Since I'm getting married next month and heli funds are super low, I decided to get this $59.99 ARF and make it a project.

Here is my MX400...

Installed
-Heli-Max MX400
-Heli-Max Brushless 6 Pole Motor
-Heli-Max Brushless ESC w/ Heatsink 25A
-Futaba S3154 Digital Micro High Torque High Speed Servo (Tail)

Future
-Futaba 6EX 6-Channel 2.4GHz Transmitter and Futaba R607FS 7-Channel 2.4GHz Receiver
-Futaba GY401 Gyro
-( 3 ) Futaba S3114 Micro High Torque Servo
-Great Planes PolyCharge Lithium Polymer DC Charger
-Great Planes LiPo 3S 11.1V 2100mAh 18C Discharge

http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/1.jpg

http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/2.jpg

http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/3.jpg

http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/4.jpg

http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/5.jpg

http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/6.jpg

[h2xmark]

looks like you have all the parts needed, i have enjoyed my 400 pro so far, let us know how it flys

[inverted1]

Looks good. I really like the stealthy look of the canopy. I just finished my MX400 PRO withthe stock setup. I have flown about 15 flights so far. It's a great flyer. :thumbup:Hope you enjoy yours.

[RRRyyyMMMaaaNNN]

Thanks :thumbup:

I just finished the "Stealth Look" by painting the tail and wing.
http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/7.jpg

http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/8.jpg

[cbdane]

You may find that "stealth" is not a virtue when trying to keep a small heli properly oriented. The usual bright colors are not chosen by accident. I flew a friends 600E with a dark blue canopy and that was way to "stealthy" for me.

Just some thoughts.

[RRRyyyMMMaaaNNN]

You may find that "stealth" is not a virtue when trying to keep a small heli properly oriented. The usual bright colors are not chosen by accident. I flew a friends 600E with a dark blue canopy and that was way to "stealthy" for me.

Just some thoughts.

Thanks for your thoughts. I plan on adding "Red Bull" Decals to it. Like this...

http://www.sierrahelicopters.com/upload/images/large/D70_2005_08_23_123.jpg

http://www.sierrahelicopters.com/upload/images/large/D70_2005_08_23_73.jpg

[newtek007]

Even with the stickers it's gonna be hard to orient it. Bright colors are the best!!! You might want to put the collective servo inside the frame and get your linkage rod more inline with the pitch tray. With the tail servo mounted on the frame you are going to have to adjust the tail blade everytime the boom slips or is moved. Time consuming. If you move it to the boom this will not be an issue anymore. It is vunerable on the boom, but weigh what is important to you.

[RRRyyyMMMaaaNNN]

Today I got a carbon servo push rod, servo boom mount, aluminum top dome and skid stops.
http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/9.jpg
http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/10.jpg
http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/11.jpg
http://www.rymantolentino.com/mx400/build/12.jpg

[LTCOBRA1]

Looks good! But I agree on the advice of the brighter colors. Even when I used the stock stickers and canopy it was difficult during my flights to stay focused and know which way the heli was going. If with the Red Bull you'll need more if your starting out. Good Luck and welcome to the 'Fellowship Of The Ring" of married heli pilots.