Finless' Raptor 50 tail mod

[threedee]

has anyone here done the raptor 50 tail mod? using the tail hub and grips from the raptor 50 on the hurricane 550?

the video is here:
http://video.helifreak.com/?subpath=finless/hurricane550&filename=tailfix.wmv

i have found a place in the uk to get the parts but wanted to check if this was all i needed:


http://www.cmfhobbies.com/photos/1.106335R0027.jpg
http://www.cmfhobbies.com/photos/1.011532R0151s.jpg


Thanks :)

[frankreh@rogers.com]

Hi

I am using the Raptor tail hub assembly as well.
As far as I can tell from the photo you need 4 bearings-sorry I forget the size.
Hope this helps

Have fun

Frank

[michael88997]

yea the 4 bearings are sold separately...

[ukgroucho]

Sort of... I'm using the Quick UK CNC Raptor 30/50 tail blade holders and hub. Bolts straight on...
http://www.quickuk.eu/cat/thunder_tiger_parts/raptor_30_50_parts.html?cat=13&pagesize=40
Third item down... available in assorted colours.

[istandalone]

i use one of these with the stock tail case. works great too!
https://www.readyheli.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=H60109
i believe with this slider, upgrading the case is not needed.

[mjdee14]

I've been using the Gaui thrusted tail holders that come in the upgrade kit..

So far i have had no problems and I'm running in the 2200 rpm HS range.

I also have the trex 600 unit but have not installed it yet since the gaui is working so well.

[skigolfmike]

Actually, the Gaui thrusted tail, plastic or CNC, will work well once you know how to set it up. The key is getting just the right tension on the bolts holding the tail grips onto the hub. There isn't much room for adjustment. I found it's best to slightly over-tighten the grips onto the hub and then slowly back off until the grips starts to free up on the hub. Keep slowly backing off until the notchiness in the bearings just goes away. Then check to make sure there isn't too much side play from the grip to the hub.