Skookum SK-540 Setup on Align 450 v2 Pro

[heli2012]

Hey Can I power Skookum SK-540 with the stock Align 450 pro esc (Align 35A Brushless ESC) Also can I use Governor with Hyperion Emeter2 Tachometer with the said esc.

Thank You.

[Rollin_3z]

Yes and yes..the bad thing is that the usb connector is on the back of the unit, so installing it on the top gyro plate blows. I have decided to keep my mini v on there and test it on my 400 logo

[heli2012]

YouTube

YouTube

I saw this is that what you are talking about, I want to install it just like the first part of that video.

[Rollin_3z]

Yeah, you see how far back the unit is? Its over the boom now. It looks like a custom mount..not for me. You can also see how the servo wires go around the outside of the anti-rotation guide, so that his usb is facing on the outside. Look at your plate...its too short to have the unit that far out..

[heli2012]

Ok got it, I guess inside the frame is too small, I should received this unit tomorrow, I order It from helidirect sunday. I had my 3gx mounted inside the frame.

[Rollin_3z]

Here is a picture for reference. Half of the unit is sticking off plate. Skookum says you can mount it sideways on there, but it looks like kaka..

[Rollin_3z]

You could mount it inside, but putting that usb cable might still be a bitch..let me know how it works out. I might try it inside too. What could be an option is to buy a small usb cable extension (Has male and female usb plugs) and leave it plugged in. I dont know where you could buy something like that. If you find a place, post up.

[heli2012]

Do you think it can fit inside the frame on the base, if so can use a short usb extension. .http://www.angledcables.com/microb-extension.html
http://www.usbfirewire.com/uextendmicrob.html
Leave it connected to the unit for easy access, So you can put Spektrum DSMX Satellite Remote Receiver on top of the Anti rotation bracket.

[Rollin_3z]

Perfect.. you're set. Thanks for the link.

[heli2012]

You're welcome and thank you.

[mnc]

I wanted mine inside the frame also but the sk 540 is to wide so I had to put it on top

[5488fletcher]

I made a aluminum plate that i contact cemented to the original anti rotation plate . I also used two rivets towards the front that are under the wires . It worked great .

[Rollin_3z]

Oh shit..It doesnt fit. Well, atleast others posted their setups. Thanks for that.

[heli2012]

I know that really sucks, I will have to make an extension too, because that the only place you can fit it on a 450

[Icekold]

Thanks 5488fletcher for posting your setup. I run SBUS as well and your photos help for me to complete my setup.

[heli2012]

Hey what Head Gain and Tail Gain do you start at, I have Head Gain @ 60 and 50 and Tail Gain @ 60 and 70. Is this ok to spool up with.

[georgi UK]

Originally Posted by heli2012

Hey what Head Gain and Tail Gain do you start at, I have Head Gain @ 60 and 50 and Tail Gain @ 60 and 70. Is this ok to spool up with.

=] the SK locks in at a much lower value, 45% head 40% tail or less if using the SK gov, ballpark figures....

[heli2012]

Thank you I will try it and report back. Oh and how do I know when head gain is ok.

[Scallybert]

Originally Posted by heli2012

I know that really sucks, I will have to make an extension too, because that the only place you can fit it on a 450

Mine are fitted between the skids, inverted on the baseplate.

Seems to work fine.

[georgi UK]

Originally Posted by heli2012

Thank you I will try it and report back. Oh and how do I know when head gain is ok.

=] the SK will make a 450 6x more stable than FB variants, it will feel solid and precise, locked in and predictable, it's not necessary to crank the gains up to achieve this!