T-Rex 500 Motor and Canopy Options

Dr.J · 03-11-2012, 10:49 AM

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 · 03-11-2012, 12:51 PM

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

Wildcards · 03-11-2012, 02:42 PM

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

Blade120 · 03-11-2012, 06:33 PM

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 · 03-11-2012, 06:43 PM

Quote:

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 · 03-12-2012, 10:51 AM

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

Wildcards · 03-12-2012, 12:17 PM

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

Vinger · 03-12-2012, 11:37 PM

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 · 03-13-2012, 12:20 AM

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 · 03-13-2012, 12:48 AM

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

pxpep · 03-13-2012, 02:51 AM

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.

03-11-2012, 10:49 AM	#1
Dr.J Registered Users Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada	T-Rex 500 Motor and Canopy Options 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

03-11-2012, 02:42 PM	#3
Wildcards Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Diego CA.	So you want a motor with smoother, quieter bearings but you don't want to take the minute or so to oil them? __________________ USMC - EXPEDITIONARY AIRFIELDS - MCAS MIRAMAR To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Align Trex 500 Scorpion 3226-1400 powered missile

03-11-2012, 06:33 PM	#4
Blade120 Registered Users Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: USA, California	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. __________________ [Trex 450 PRO V2 3GX, Edge] [Trex 500 ESP(DFC) ICE100, 3GX, Edge] [Trex 600 DFC PRO SK-540 ] [Rave ENV Nitro O.S 105-R,Total G,Outrage, Edge SE 713] [Blade 130X]

03-12-2012, 12:17 PM	#7
Wildcards Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Diego CA.	Bearings on these motors are a regular wear item. Or u can just upgrade to boca bearings and wish for the best. __________________ USMC - EXPEDITIONARY AIRFIELDS - MCAS MIRAMAR To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Align Trex 500 Scorpion 3226-1400 powered missile

03-12-2012, 11:37 PM	#8
Vinger Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cape Town, South Africa	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. __________________ TRex 250 BeastX, Trex 500-Vbar 5, Henseleit TDR, Banshee -VBar 5 All Kontronik ESC Hyperion 1420, Mega Power Gemini Chargers! JR XG11 Old hand at Planks To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

03-11-2012, 12:51 PM	#2
ddj74 Registered Users Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Winter Haven, Florida 33880	500 only fits with 500 canopys. My stock 500mx motor isnt loud at all. Why would u want a quiet heli?

03-12-2012, 10:51 AM	#6
Dr.J Registered Users Thread Starter Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada	Gee, isn't there anyone able to provide a motor recommendation, based on bearing longevity?

03-13-2012, 12:20 AM	#9
Wildcards Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Diego CA.	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 __________________ USMC - EXPEDITIONARY AIRFIELDS - MCAS MIRAMAR To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Align Trex 500 Scorpion 3226-1400 powered missile

03-13-2012, 12:48 AM	#10
Crash549 Registered Users Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Raleigh NC	Are you guys wearing out bearings due to a tight pinion/main gear mesh?

03-13-2012, 02:51 AM	#11
pxpep Registered Users Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Denmark	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.

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