E-Smart 600 build thread

[LockMD]

I am thinking about getting a esmart 600 or the swift 620 E Have read a little about the Esmart but not found much on the swift does anyone have some suggestions on which helicopter I should get for my first real build have upgraded my belt cp and honeybee fp but never done a arf build thanks have a great day Rick


Sorry dont know of the swift, can just say I like my es600

[damyxz]

I have both swift 620 and the e-smart. The 620 shares a lot of parts design with the e-smart but has a different frame configuration.( I don't like the battery tray underneath without any protection and limited space for electronics on the 620) The 620 has a longer tail boom but is shorter height wise. The 620 has a driven tail. Also the 620 is 2X the price of the e-smart. The e-smart is really light in weight compared to the 620 and trex 600 despite the aluminum frame. My LHS sold me mine for 180 bucks with the motor and metal head( I think I paid about 500 bucks for the swift.) Power systems are about the same(both kits uses a rebranded z-power z-30A motor. Bang for the buck, I vote for the e-smart, you can get it in the air for about under 600 bucks including batts if you shop wisely.

[Trickycopter]

Thanks for the info. I am going to order me a Esmart I am sure I will be needing a little help with the build at some point I have been reading the post here and will read all of them in the future. What battery do I need to run the Esmart do not want to use 4 batteries in seires.

[damyxz]

You can use this pack: http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=6414&Product_Name=ZIPPY-H_4000mAh_5S1P_25-35C_Lipoly_Pack
If you are just hovering around and sport flying. Use the 6S pack if you are into 3D. I have been using these for about a year to 1.5 years now.

[VIRUSS11]

I pick up two of these ZIPPY-H 5000mAh 3S1P 20-30C Lipoly Pack for a total of $145.00 ship from Hong Kong, Took about 5 days to get to me.
http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=6350&Product_Name=ZIPPY-H_5000mAh_3S1P_20-30C_Lipoly_Pack

[LockMD]

I pick up two of these ZIPPY-H 5000mAh 3S1P 20-30C Lipoly Pack for a total of $145.00 ship from Hong Kong, Took about 5 days to get to me.
http://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=6350&Product_Name=ZIPPY-H_5000mAh_3S1P_20-30C_Lipoly_Pack



I really like those, as soon as stock is availble I will buy more.

[DierWolf]

LOCK was it you that once posted a link to a Charger that came with 2 high capacity 3s batteries for a really good price??? I am here searching all the threads both here and in the Belt CP section to find it and cant seem to find it yet..

If it was you can you repost?

[VIRUSS11]

LOCK was it you that once posted a link to a Charger that came with 2 high capacity 3s batteries for a really good price??? I am here searching all the threads both here and in the Belt CP section to find it and cant seem to find it yet..

If it was you can you repost?
I remember something like that too, But it was not with 2 high capacity 3s batteries, But it was big enongh for the 400 class heli, If I can find it, I'll post it for you.
Dennis

[LockMD]

LOCK was it you that once posted a link to a Charger that came with 2 high capacity 3s batteries for a really good price??? I am here searching all the threads both here and in the Belt CP section to find it and cant seem to find it yet..

If it was you can you repost?



no wasnt me, but from memory I think they were talking about FMA direct, I dont think it comes with batts but maybe its an add on option.

[VIRUSS11]

no wasnt me, but from memory I think they were talking about FMA direct, I dont think it comes with batts but maybe its an add on option.
This is what the charger look like, But it was not from this company that I saw charger with 2 li-po, I think it was something like $79.00, But I can't find it, Maybe they stop selling a package deal?
http://store.shorelinemarket.com/temilibachwl.html

[DierWolf]

Nah i found it... thought the 2 3s lipos it came with was more than 2200 mah but sadly they werent...

Currently hunting the net for some cheap 3s 4400-5000mah's ...

PS at hobbycity, the zippies seem to all be out of stock as everytime i click add to cart it tells me on backorder.... really cant wait for 6 weeks for them to send them LOL

[LockMD]

Nah i found it... thought the 2 3s lipos it came with was more than 2200 mah but sadly they werent...

Currently hunting the net for some cheap 3s 4400-5000mah's ...

PS at hobbycity, the zippies seem to all be out of stock as everytime i click add to cart it tells me on backorder.... really cant wait for 6 weeks for them to send them LOL


You know you can have them send you an auto e-mail when stock arrives. I am waiting for that e-mail as well and will order 2 more 5000's ASAP

[DierWolf]

Well i just went ahead and purched 2x3s1p 5000 zippies.... when they reach they reach i guess...

Got them shipped to the caribbean for 145.50 total. Not bad.

[DierWolf]

Whats your flight times witht he 5000's again? or you still havent flown a complete set of batts yet.

[LockMD]

Whats your flight times witht he 5000's again? or you still havent flown a complete set of batts yet.



You ordered them while still on BO - might be a while....but I guess you will get yours before me. I just wait until they are in stock then order.


Right now (have a mutt of batts) I have my timer set for 6 mins for all batts, but these still have plenty left. Just hovering, I'm guessing I should get 8 mins using the 80% rule of thumb.

So, I imagine if you are actually flying you will get a tad more time.

[VIRUSS11]

You ordered them while still on BO - might be a while....but I guess you will get yours before me. I just wait until they are in stock then order.


Right now (have a mutt of batts) I have my timer set for 6 mins for all batts, but these still have plenty left. Just hovering, I'm guessing I should get 8 mins using the 80% rule of thumb.

So, I imagine if you are actually flying you will get a tad more time.
Did you get your stuff put up?? Lol.....

[LockMD]

Did you get your stuff put up?? Lol.....



Yes, what a loud party. My son had 2 teenage bands play - momma says no more -- LOL surprised nobody complained let alone called the cops ;)


well I flew the 400 and 600 but only once each, will have to unpack to find some things (like the charger) and get more fly time in today.

[LockMD]

Hey guys I am using Phoenix flight sim and have requested them to add the ES600 to their models. This was their response, if any of you have the digital equipment required could you take pics and send to them. Thanks

Larry


Hi Larry

Thank you for your model request. It has been forwarded to our modelling team and if demand is sufficient will be built, flight tested and released for download from our website.

If you currently own the model which you are requesting, and have access to a digital camera with a mid to high resolution (3 MegaPixels upwards) then you can help us create your model faster by taking the required digital photos yourself.

Full instructions on this process can be found on our website here: www.phoenix-sim.com/technical_models.htm (http://webmail.ca.astound.net/Redirect/www.phoenix-sim.com/technical_models.htm)

If you can provide these images then it makes it easier for our modelling team to produce your model and will make sure it is released even faster. If you need any more information on this process please let us know at aircraft@phoenix-sim.com.

Best Regards

The PhoenixRC Team



If nothing else just shoot them an e-mail requesting this model be added so they can see the demand is there. Thanks again.

[DierWolf]

I'll do it tonight for you...

[LockMD]

I'll do it tonight for you...



Thanks DierWolf

[LockMD]

The chops are not edits - crappy disc recorded over a million times. I need to make a sun lense for the camera too.....anyways this is the new canopy had to drill the holes lower.


JBOi-B9Js2o


Zoomed in on tail at end, can you even tell they are t-rex hub and grips?

[DierWolf]

LOL god forbid you buy a new disk LOL.

Lemme to take those pics for you now.

[LockMD]

LOL god forbid you buy a new disk LOL.

Lemme to take those pics for you now.


You would think I could afford it, huh? :YeaBaby:


Okay thanks and dont forget to bombard them with e-mails.....get all your buddies to e-mail them too (even if they dont have an ES600) just so they get tons of requests...

[nuttcaze]

I plan on buying 2 of these batteries if they're still in stock when I get my new ES600,

https://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=6688&Product_Name=ABF_4000mAh_11.1v_17-23C_Lipoly

[LockMD]

I plan on buying 2 of these batteries if they're still in stock when I get my new ES600,

https://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=6688&Product_Name=ABF_4000mAh_11.1v_17-23C_Lipoly



dont ya think 17c is too small?

what do you mean you NEW es600? what happened to the other one, last I heard you were waiting for your tx to come back from HH?????