Pictures! My RKH rotary build

[wsntme]

I made some progress on the assembly of my first build today and thought some of you may enjoy some pictures . I was sucked into this hobby late August '13 and after spending some time around HF I had the itch to do a build myself . Lots of great ideas and information around here, thanks to all that have contributed (even if you don't know you did) .


Still a long way to go but here's where I am so far:









Comments and opinions welcome

-Kevin

[DCflyer]

I really like that frame. Very minimalist. Are you going stretch?

[wsntme]

Yes, this will be a 150 with lynx tbsr system.

I just got my 112t main gear in the mail today, thanks to Scott S. for the heads up on the gear size issue

Currently waiting on my tailcase assembly and my servo ends/pins. Picking up my CF servo braces tomorrow, again thanks to Scott S. (and Dylwad of course).

[pmerritt]

Looks a LOT like what i'm going to build.....I have two GY280's on the way also. Going to take the Bigaole out of my other build to save some weight.

I'm going to be using this canopy in my second one though.....I absolutely love it.

https://www.helifreak.com/attachment...2&d=1386732692

[wsntme]

Originally Posted by pmerritt

Looks a LOT like what i'm going to build.....I have two GY280's on the way also. Going to take the Bigaole out of my other build to save some weight.

I'm going to be using this canopy in my second one though.....I absolutely love it.

https://www.helifreak.com/attachment...2&d=1386732692

Sweet, you'll be able to assist me when I get stuck .

I like that canopy! This is the one I have that I think I'll use, but I'll probably fly a stocker often .

[pmerritt]

I like your canopy too.....btw, nice paint job on your AR guide.

[wsntme]

Originally Posted by pmerritt

I like your canopy too.....btw, nice paint job on your AR guide.

haha, nice of you to notice my sharpie paint job! I hit it with a base coat of lime green followed by a coat of the standard forest green It's better than that white I thought. I sharpied my custom mounts too, except for the bottom (my tribute to the hobby store that started it all, LOL).

[wsntme]

Here are a couple showing my ghetto esc mount

[DCflyer]

Originally Posted by wsntme

Yes, this will be a 150 with lynx tbsr system.

I just got my 112t main gear in the mail today, thanks to Scott S. for the heads up on the gear size issue

Currently waiting on my tailcase assembly and my servo ends/pins. Picking up my CF servo braces tomorrow, again thanks to Scott S. (and Dylwad of course).

116T main gear and 9T pinion works better on stretch

[scott s]

Originally Posted by DCflyer

116T main gear and 9T pinion works better on stretch

Rakon frame will not accept a 116 toot main gear. Plus when running a talon 15 esc in set rpm governor mode with a 1102 3s motor and stretched then a 112 tooth main gear and 10 tooth pinion is definitely the way to go. You gear for your set up. Lynx recommendations are not for every type of set up there is LOL!
This will yield ideal governed head speeds from 4500 to 4900.
I have 3 flight modes so will run 4500, 4700,and 4900 and all in the happy overhead needed range of the set rpm governor. PERFECT!
I also have 5 years plus experience using set rpm governor in castle esc's. Trust me, I know them like the back of my hand LOL!

[Bhujang]

Phew just checked and the lynx 3S comes with 10 as well as 9 tooth pinion

Just stripped my 112 main though and was going to replace it with my 116! Will have to use that on my other bird then and use the 112 xtreme AR setup with this...

[Bhujang]

Originally Posted by scott s

Rakon frame will not accept a 116 toot main gear. Plus when running a talon 15 esc in set rpm governor mode with a 1102 3s motor and stretched then a 112 tooth main gear and 10 tooth pinion is definitely the way to go. You gear for your set up. Lynx recommendations are not for every type of set up there is LOL!
This will yield ideal governed head speeds from 4500 to 4900.
I have 3 flight modes so will run 4500, 4700,and 4900 and all in the happy overhead needed range of the set rpm governor. PERFECT!
I also have 5 years plus experience using set rpm governor in castle esc's. Trust me, I know them like the back of my hand LOL!

Is that with stretch though Scott?

[scott s]

Originally Posted by Bhujang

Is that with stretch though Scott?

Jeez that is what is typed in the text!!

"Plus when running a talon 15 esc in set rpm governor mode with a 1102 3s motor and stretched then a 112 tooth main gear and 10 tooth pinion is definitely the way to go"

[Bhujang]

Originally Posted by scott s

Jeez that is what is typed in the text!!

"Plus when running a talon 15 esc in set rpm governor mode with a 1102 3s motor and stretched then a 112 tooth main gear and 10 tooth pinion is definitely the way to go"

Got ya! Hey you use cntl c cntl p advice can't remember the user who suggested it.

Sorry m8 I re read it as well and still didn't see the word stretch til you pointed it out! Must be going blind. Didn't mean to make you repeat yourself

[wsntme]

I picked up my Astroid Designs scott s signature series servo braces today so here are some more pictures. Lovely fit! I think I really only need longer screws for the front servo though .

Oh, don't mind the purple loom...was the only color in that size. This was to test the size and I think I can get away with the 4mm i have on order since this is essentially 6mm and is big.

[wsntme]

Originally Posted by Bhujang

Got ya! Hey you use cntl c cntl p advice can't remember the user who suggested it.

Sorry m8 I re read it as well and still didn't see the word stretch til you pointed it out! Must be going blind. Didn't mean to make you repeat yourself

LOL, that was me being a smartass. Was going to be a smartass again and reference him using my advice but i see that you beat me to it!

[DCflyer]

Originally Posted by scott s

Rakon frame will not accept a 116 toot main gear. Plus when running a talon 15 esc in set rpm governor mode with a 1102 3s motor and stretched then a 112 tooth main gear and 10 tooth pinion is definitely the way to go. You gear for your set up. Lynx recommendations are not for every type of set up there is LOL!
This will yield ideal governed head speeds from 4500 to 4900.
I have 3 flight modes so will run 4500, 4700,and 4900 and all in the happy overhead needed range of the set rpm governor. PERFECT!
I also have 5 years plus experience using set rpm governor in castle esc's. Trust me, I know them like the back of my hand LOL!

You didn't say it was a 3s motor in your original post so I assumed it was a 2s. So with 5800kv you're good at 10T. I know Castle's quite well myself - 3 of my birds currently run them and gearing has always been one of my favorite parts of building so I was just trying to help you get the most out of your bird.

[DCflyer]

Originally Posted by scott s

Rakon frame will not accept a 116 toot main gear. Plus when running a talon 15 esc in set rpm governor mode with a 1102 3s motor and stretched then a 112 tooth main gear and 10 tooth pinion is definitely the way to go. You gear for your set up. Lynx recommendations are not for every type of set up there is LOL!
This will yield ideal governed head speeds from 4500 to 4900.
I have 3 flight modes so will run 4500, 4700,and 4900 and all in the happy overhead needed range of the set rpm governor. PERFECT!
I also have 5 years plus experience using set rpm governor in castle esc's. Trust me, I know them like the back of my hand LOL!

You didn't say it was a 3s motor in your original post so I assumed it was a 2s. So with 5800kv you're good at 10T. I know Castle's quite well myself - 3 of my birds currently run them, all governed, and gearing has always been one of my favorite parts of building so I was just trying to help you get the most out of your bird.

[scott s]

Ya with the rakon frame you only need longer screws for the front servo. The stock screws are plenty long enough for the rear servos. I should have stated this over on the servo brace forum! Do not get locktite on your servo case tabs. Start the screws and put locktite in from the rear with a tooth pick and do not pile it in there. I am almost tempted to go with way longer screws and just locktite a nut on the back but do not want the weight LOL!

[wsntme]

Originally Posted by DCflyer

You didn't say it was a 3s motor in your original post so I assumed it was a 2s. So with 5800kv you're good at 10T. I know Castle's quite well myself - 3 of my birds currently run them, all governed, and gearing has always been one of my favorite parts of building so I was just trying to help you get the most out of your bird.

I appreciate the attempt to help out! Unlike you and scott I know nothing about CC esc's (or any esc) as this is my first go so any input is welcomed. I did not mention the 3s but there are pictures

Scott, thanks for your tip on the locktite application. I actually remember this useful bit of information from another thread .

I'm hoping my servo connectors and tailcase show up tomorrow