RE: Want to upgrade Z starter
I thought I needed a stronger material for the control rod. Will get something soon. Been working 10 hr days recently. Thanks for the input. I been on the sim trying to get some practice in. Gonna make some training gear soon for the Shuttle.
Posted on: 6/17/2012 10:20 AM by Author "Tman49" in the forum "Hirobo Support Forum"
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RE: Want to upgrade Z starter
The heli I got recently is the ZX (main rotor on top). It has the TR on the right side while the Z has the TR on the left side. I've salvaged the landing gear, blades, boom supports, clutch assembly, and hardware from the Z to the ZX. You're right about the ZX boom being longer. I plan on getting a spare TR belt. I have a brass rod for the tail control rod. I think it may be too soft to do the job. What do you think? I didn't know about the tail shaft info. Thanks for that. Maybe I'll get a spare one also. I found a place (VXB) to get bearings from cheap. Maybe I'll get a complete set of bearings. I don't think the cost is great or a waste of $. I'm getting anxious, it's close to being ready to try out. I have a concern w/the CC ICE 100 Lite I have. Manufacturer says not to use the bec of the unit. I think they assume the 5A bec isn't ample for most servos that are going to be used. The only digital servo I'm using (at this time) is the s9254 w/the GY520. New Hitec HS300 elsewhere. The rx is a 8ch Corona FASST compatible. I need to figure out what amount of current the bec will see prior to flight. I think I'll be fine, but I want to know where the heli stands. Maybe one way is to check the data logging on the esc. I'll check manufacture product specs to see if load info is stated. Any ideas?
Posted on: 5/28/2012 11:16 AM by Author "Tman49" in the forum "Hirobo Support Forum"
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RE: Want to upgrade Z starter
Thanks for the advice. I'll look into the upgraded blade grips. I'm using some brand new old hitec servos I had for another project. I was working on some linkages today. I need to improve the tail rotor pitch action. I got to order a few things I need. I'll post pics at a later date. Take care
Posted on: 5/26/2012 8:58 PM by Author "Tman49" in the forum "Hirobo Support Forum"
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RE: Want to upgrade Z starter
Tbone, Thanks for the reply. Since I made that last post I decided to convert my shuttle to electric. I lucked out and got a good deal on another frame that had electric conversion started. It needed electronics and a few other parts. The parts I needed are around from several sources. Presently, I got the head, tail, and motor ready. I kept stock clutch hooked to a Hacker A40-10L 8P ET, 100 ICE LITE, two 3s in series. I am trying the GY520 w/S9254. I'm just at the programming stage now for the GY520. Included w/the deal was a Century .30 Airwolf fuselage. If I get the Shuttle to fly good I'll put it in the Airwolf. If not gotta find another heli. I've only been flying helis since last Aug. Still trying to master another cp I have. The thing about this Shuttle is the weight. I haven't weighed it yet, but it is real heavy compared to anything I've been flying. I guess that makes it a good trainer. Right? Take care Tman
Posted on: 5/26/2012 9:58 AM by Author "Tman49" in the forum "Hirobo Support Forum"
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Want to upgrade Z starter
Hey guys, I have a Z w/the belt start and want to get the top start mod for it. I believe I just need the clutch assembly and hex drive that looks like it will swap out for the original parts. Am I correct? Anyone know where the top start parts can be bought? Engine is .32 Thanks for any input Tman
Posted on: 2/16/2012 1:04 PM by Author "Tman49" in the forum "Hirobo Support Forum"
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RE: Help with Heli Value
Hi Tanksboard I started flying helis about 6 months ago. I started w/co-axials, then the sim, then fixed pitch, and now am trying to get the cp helis under control. Understand the learning curve of the different types of helis. Get a sim, and USE it. It will SAVE you $$! I also got a vintage Hirobo Shuttle early on by way of a trade. I understand parts aren't plentiful for it and I have only started the engine to date. When I stop crashing my 400 size cp I'll fly it. If I were you I'd consider parts availibility in your purchase, and factor extra parts into your budget. I've discovered my expenses are proportional to my crashes. That's my opinion. Tman
Posted on: 2/16/2012 12:41 PM by Author "Tman49" in the forum "Hirobo Support Forum"
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