6HV FBL conversion tips needed

PieroCapredoni · 11-21-2011, 05:51 AM

Hi all, i plan to convert my flaybarred 6HV to FBL soon. Please those of you, that already done the conversion, leave tips that should be done here. ie ... why the servo arms should be shortened from its original size of 25mm?? Im planning to use the original compass head and the 3GX module.

SkyRaptor · 11-21-2011, 07:15 AM

Think about the Micro Beast X rather than 3GX.

The MBX works very well right out of the box, easy to setup and is reliable; for the same price of a 3GX.

I think you can keep the 25mm servo arms. The RC711 sells a conversion kit for a reasonable price.

Best regards.

Alex.

PieroCapredoni · 11-21-2011, 07:20 AM

Hi, Alex, thanks for your input. The case is that here in Argentina, the 3GX is the only module that you can find easily. I know that its not the best, but, i will give a try. And, im not hard core 3D, i fly sport and basic aerobatic maneuvres, stalls, rolls and loops. I hope it performs decently.

SkyRaptor · 11-21-2011, 10:08 AM

Hi Piero,

I don't know how difficult is for you guys getting stuffs from Asia, but here in Brazil that is the only option. We don't have a local market.

I've got my compass and parts from RC711. They have the MBX with good price.
You can place an order with MBX and FBL Conversion kit and ask for DHL shipment. It will get in your hands in 5 days. I'm quite sure you will pay less, even considering the higher cost of DHL rather than buying locally.

If MBX is not an option for you, make yourself a favor, update your 3GX at least to the version 2.1.

Best Regards.

Alex.

jrod155 · 11-21-2011, 03:22 PM

make sure you change your blade grips to leading edge control, a lot of people forget that

snaaakeey · 11-22-2011, 07:59 AM

? 6hv fly bar is leading edge control? So is the fbl version?

TheBum · 11-22-2011, 08:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snaaakeey

? 6hv fly bar is leading edge control? So is the fbl version?

Yes, FBL is leading edge control if you want the swash moving the same direction as collective pitch. You could probably run trailing edge without issue if you can get used to the idea of the swash going down when collective pitch goes up.

PieroCapredoni · 11-24-2011, 03:57 PM

The flybared version is LEADING EDGE CONTROL too.... The head has a special design to keep leading edge conrol in the flybared version too. Theres no need to invert blade grips when convert to FBL.

Funkytee · 01-06-2012, 07:02 PM

Hi guys,

I am in the process of converting the FB 6HV to FBL also. I bought the conversion kit from RC711 since Nankin cannot seem to keep this hot item in stock.

My question are:
1. Is there a difference between the main frames from the original FB 6HV version and the FBL version? I was told that there were two versions of the frames.
2. Will i run into any issues if use the conversion kit?

I will be using the Micro BeastX.

Thanks!!

daveyht3 · 02-04-2012, 01:58 PM

Yes get a BeastX would hate to see Align on a compass!!!

Larry227 · 02-04-2012, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daveyht3

Yes get a BeastX would hate to see Align on a compass!!!

That would be a big

Ah Clem · 02-05-2012, 10:49 PM

FunkyTee,

"My question are:

1. Is there a difference between the main frames from the original FB 6HV version and the FBL version? I was told that there were two versions of the frames."

Yes, the FBL Frames have slightly different servo positions. The servos are moved slightly closer to the main rotor shaft, so that shorter servo arms can be used (usually an necessity when converting to flybarless) without messing up the linkage geometry.

If I recall, correctly, the link balls on the servo arms were 25mm from the center on the Flybarred version and 19 mm from center when converted to FBL.

The FBL frames can be identified by the notch for the back of the battery (recesses the battery slightly into the frames and makes it easier to get the canopy on with a larger variety of batteries).

I do not know if the FB frames are still in production or if only the FBL frames are now standard.

"2. Will i run into any issues if use the conversion kit?"

You shouldn't. It was a pretty straight forward conversion. It was a bit time consuming due to the side frame change out, but it was very easy.

There are a great many of us here to help you if you should need it.

Funkytee · 02-09-2012, 09:23 PM

Ah Clem,

Thanks for taking the time to answer the questions!!.

Ah Clem · 02-10-2012, 04:54 PM

You are most welcome, sir!

11-21-2011, 05:51 AM	#1
PieroCapredoni Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Mendoza, Argentina	6HV FBL conversion tips needed Hi all, i plan to convert my flaybarred 6HV to FBL soon. Please those of you, that already done the conversion, leave tips that should be done here. ie ... why the servo arms should be shortened from its original size of 25mm?? Im planning to use the original compass head and the 3GX module. __________________ HK/Trex 450 ProFBL, Atom 500 FBL, Trex 500 FBL Hughes 500D, Compass 6HVFBL, Trex 600 EFL Pro

11-21-2011, 07:20 AM	#3
PieroCapredoni Registered Users Thread Starter My HF Map location Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Mendoza, Argentina	Hi, Alex, thanks for your input. The case is that here in Argentina, the 3GX is the only module that you can find easily. I know that its not the best, but, i will give a try. And, im not hard core 3D, i fly sport and basic aerobatic maneuvres, stalls, rolls and loops. I hope it performs decently. __________________ HK/Trex 450 ProFBL, Atom 500 FBL, Trex 500 FBL Hughes 500D, Compass 6HVFBL, Trex 600 EFL Pro

11-21-2011, 03:22 PM	#5
jrod155 Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Redondo Beach, CA	make sure you change your blade grips to leading edge control, a lot of people forget that __________________ Compass 7HV, El Brute, Ice2 120HV, TracX fbl Compass Atom 500, Ice 100, TracX fbl TX: Futaba 7C w/ Fr-Sky DHT, Soon to be Taranis Old Models: X2, X5, TREX(250, 450, 600ESP), WARP 360, 6HV, 450X, bl CO5M MCPX, Genius CP

11-24-2011, 03:57 PM	#8
PieroCapredoni Registered Users Thread Starter My HF Map location Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Mendoza, Argentina	The flybared version is LEADING EDGE CONTROL too.... The head has a special design to keep leading edge conrol in the flybared version too. Theres no need to invert blade grips when convert to FBL. Attached Thumbnails __________________ HK/Trex 450 ProFBL, Atom 500 FBL, Trex 500 FBL Hughes 500D, Compass 6HVFBL, Trex 600 EFL Pro

01-06-2012, 07:02 PM	#9
Funkytee Registered Users Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Fairfield Twnsp, Ohio	6HV FBL conversion Hi guys, I am in the process of converting the FB 6HV to FBL also. I bought the conversion kit from RC711 since Nankin cannot seem to keep this hot item in stock. My question are: 1. Is there a difference between the main frames from the original FB 6HV version and the FBL version? I was told that there were two versions of the frames. 2. Will i run into any issues if use the conversion kit? I will be using the Micro BeastX. Thanks!! __________________ Sixto M. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ COMPASS 6HV FBL, TREX 500 FBL, TREX 450 Pro, MCPX v2 When all else fails....NUKE IT!

11-21-2011, 07:15 AM	#2
SkyRaptor Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Brazil	Think about the Micro Beast X rather than 3GX. The MBX works very well right out of the box, easy to setup and is reliable; for the same price of a 3GX. I think you can keep the 25mm servo arms. The RC711 sells a conversion kit for a reasonable price. Best regards. Alex.

11-21-2011, 10:08 AM	#4
SkyRaptor Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Brazil	Hi Piero, I don't know how difficult is for you guys getting stuffs from Asia, but here in Brazil that is the only option. We don't have a local market. I've got my compass and parts from RC711. They have the MBX with good price. You can place an order with MBX and FBL Conversion kit and ask for DHL shipment. It will get in your hands in 5 days. I'm quite sure you will pay less, even considering the higher cost of DHL rather than buying locally. If MBX is not an option for you, make yourself a favor, update your 3GX at least to the version 2.1. Best Regards. Alex.

11-22-2011, 07:59 AM	#6
snaaakeey Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: london	? 6hv fly bar is leading edge control? So is the fbl version?

02-04-2012, 01:58 PM	#10
daveyht3 Registered Users Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Grafton Wisconsin	Yes get a BeastX would hate to see Align on a compass!!! __________________ Nankinhobby.com Field Rep Compass Support Compass Atom 500 FBL Compass Atom 6HV FBL Compass Warp 360 Gaui NX4 Check out my YouTube channel: thedaveyht3

02-05-2012, 10:49 PM	#12
Ah Clem Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Alhambra, CA	FunkyTee, "My question are: 1. Is there a difference between the main frames from the original FB 6HV version and the FBL version? I was told that there were two versions of the frames." Yes, the FBL Frames have slightly different servo positions. The servos are moved slightly closer to the main rotor shaft, so that shorter servo arms can be used (usually an necessity when converting to flybarless) without messing up the linkage geometry. If I recall, correctly, the link balls on the servo arms were 25mm from the center on the Flybarred version and 19 mm from center when converted to FBL. The FBL frames can be identified by the notch for the back of the battery (recesses the battery slightly into the frames and makes it easier to get the canopy on with a larger variety of batteries). I do not know if the FB frames are still in production or if only the FBL frames are now standard. "2. Will i run into any issues if use the conversion kit?" You shouldn't. It was a pretty straight forward conversion. It was a bit time consuming due to the side frame change out, but it was very easy. There are a great many of us here to help you if you should need it. __________________ KBDD-Team Pilot Team Compass / ProStar Hobby Gens Ace Field Representative Warp 360, 7HV,Knight Pro,Knight 3D, Atom 500, Odin II, 6HV, 3D Plus, Knight 50

02-09-2012, 09:23 PM	#13
Funkytee Registered Users Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Fairfield Twnsp, Ohio	Ah Clem, Thanks for taking the time to answer the questions!!. __________________ Sixto M. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ COMPASS 6HV FBL, TREX 500 FBL, TREX 450 Pro, MCPX v2 When all else fails....NUKE IT!

02-10-2012, 04:54 PM	#14
Ah Clem Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Alhambra, CA	You are most welcome, sir! __________________ KBDD-Team Pilot Team Compass / ProStar Hobby Gens Ace Field Representative Warp 360, 7HV,Knight Pro,Knight 3D, Atom 500, Odin II, 6HV, 3D Plus, Knight 50

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode