T-Rex 500 Motor and Canopy Options

[Dr.J]

Greetings,

I'm tired of the noisy bearings in the stock align motor and am looking for a replacement. I was set on the Scorpion motor, but understand its bearings need oiling every five, or so, flights; is there not a better option?

I'm using the Zippy 2650 packs and an ICE 100 ESC. I've not progressed to 3d and at this point, just want a smooth and reliable heli.

A Neu motor was suggested and am wondering if anyone has had experience with these, if they're recommended and if so, what motor, in my application?

Lastly, the new T-Rex 550e canopy, will it fit on the 500?

Any and all recommendations appreciated!

thanks,

John

[ddj74]

500 only fits with 500 canopys. My stock 500mx motor isnt loud at all. Why would u want a quiet heli?

[Wildcards]

So you want a motor with smoother, quieter bearings but you don't want to take the minute or so to oil them?

[Blade120]

the 500mx motor is a big improvement over the 500l as far as power goes also comes down so much cooler after flights, noticed it drains the batteries a little more but its well worth it. will be getting a scorpion motor on the next heli i put together no experience with them but many positive reviews on them.

[Wildcards]

Originally Posted by Blade120

the 500mx motor is a big improvement over the 500l as far as power goes also comes down so much cooler after flights, noticed it drains the batteries a little more but its well worth it. will be getting a scorpion motor on the next heli i put together no experience with them but many positive reviews on them.

The 500mx is a awesome motor, however if you really like the power of the 500mx do NOT get the 3226-1600, you might be disappointing. I'm running the newer 3226-1400 and I absolutely love it!!! im getting 4.30 min at 100% with a 14t with aggressive flying. the motor comes down slightly hot, about 130-140, and the lipo and ESC under 100, this is on 3000 30c. I'm actually getting about 30 seconds more flight time compared to the 500mx.

[Dr.J]

Gee, isn't there anyone able to provide a motor recommendation, based on bearing longevity?

[Wildcards]

Bearings on these motors are a regular wear item. Or u can just upgrade to boca bearings and wish for the best.

[Vinger]

The NEU or older KDE motor's bearings last forever. Have my KDE motor now for more than 1.5 years, probably 300+ flights, not a single squeal and NO oiling required.

[Wildcards]

I personally dont have any issue oiling my bearings, it takes all of a few minutes and I love the way the Scorpion oil smells

[Crash549]

Are you guys wearing out bearings due to a tight pinion/main gear mesh?

[pxpep]

Buy a Scorpion or Hyperion motor and install double rubber sealed ceramic bearings. Remember to add green locktite between the axle and the inner race. It will last for a looong time with no maintenance.
The same can probably be done with the MX motor. Remember to change the axle too.