Blade 550x torque tube assembly

[Boydster64]

Hello
I am in need of a 550x torque tube assembly for my helicopter. Does anyone out there have a spare they would sell me?
Thanks Boyd

[The_Fox]

Just to mention: same part for Blade 600X would fit aswell, only needs to be shorten, that's easy done.

[Caeguy]

I've unsuccessfully been able to locate the same item....globally. I'd be interested if you find any.

[crashcopterman]

Grab yourself an Align H60119 and cut it down to 589mm and use the Blade ends/inserts. Or you could find arrow shaft of that size but the Align tube would be easier (for us) to procure.

Steve

[The_Fox]

Not shure what You mean by "globaly". I wanted to convert my 550X to 600X and found "new in package" parts from private person in Austria. Then i wanted a raised tail, and again i found parts, used but perfect condition.
Actual, i have some parts, but no complete assambly, because i have cut the tubes to individual lenght to make my raised tail.
I guess the shipping from Germany or Austria will be more than You will be ready to pay for...since i am in Germany, shipping from Austria was about 10€, Parts about 20€.

Here is what i could offer:

[Caeguy]

I did try the Align H60119 and it did not fit. Ugh

[The_Fox]

Do You need only the inner shaft? What lenght (including the end Inserts) do You need? I can assamble a inner shaft for You, from the parts i have, ready to Insert, with bearings and rubbers mounted. (My tubes are to short each one, but i can cnc mill a connector to put them together perfectly straight and centered). Just PM me Your adress, i will check how much the shipping would be.

[crashcopterman]

Originally Posted by Caeguy

I did try the Align H60119 and it did not fit. Ugh

What was the issue exactly?

Steve

[Caeguy]

Originally Posted by crashcopterman

What was the issue exactly?

Steve

If I remember correctly, the ID was too small to accept the ends.

[Caeguy]

Originally Posted by The_Fox

Do You need only the inner shaft? What lenght (including the end Inserts) do You need? I can assamble a inner shaft for You, from the parts i have, ready to Insert, with bearings and rubbers mounted. (My tubes are to short each one, but i can cnc mill a connector to put them together perfectly straight and centered). Just PM me Your adress, i will check how much the shipping would be.

Thanks for the offer. At this point, I think I'm done with the Blade 550X. It doesn't owe me anything as its been a great heli for many years. Time to strip off the electronics and move on.

BTW - I have a new and never mounted canopy if anyone needs one.


https://www.helifreak.com/showthread...0x#post8131469

[Caeguy]

I finally found a torque tube. Now I need the tail pushrod guides.

Anyone have the BLH5544?

[The_Fox]

Look at the pics in #5...

[Caeguy]

Finally found a torque tube. My Blade 550X lives again

Still is a great heli. If it ever goes in, it will probably be the end

[The_Fox]

This is how a Blade 550X should end. In a scale fuselage. Here are mine:

[Caeguy]

very nice!!!