We are a husband and wife team. We’ve learned a lot through trial and error and You Tube videos. Local support has gotten less and less over the years and I thought We could share what We’ve learned. Getting started in helicopters was challenging, ultimately I hope our videos spread ideas and make this hobby more enjoyable. There's always something to learn and putting new ideas and new equipment into action is both exciting and rewarding. Fly safe, stay healthy and NEVER stop learning!
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Meanwhile there is an adapter cable BXA76405. It has a 4pin connector on receiver side and a 6pin connector on Microbeast Plus side and is configured for direct connecting of both devices. Nothing to change before usage. I bought one last week. It works well regarding the servos. But I have an issue regarding throttle. The THR signal does not arrive at the ESC, hence the motor rejects to run. I have no idea whats missing here. Any clue?
@@jarrydubbelyu2166 not on pavement, I don’t hear anything from under the Tonneau cover. I’m sure if you filled it with chains you’d hear it😆. But if you pack it reasonably anchored aren’t getting the truck airborne you won’t hear anything.
With a XLRS2 plugged into the side of the Microbeast Plus, I’m not clear on what type of satellite receiver is plugged into the aileron port. Is it a DSM2, DSMX, or other?
Beastx documentation absolutely stinks. With the FC6250 unit available, which does pretty much the same thing, I will not buy in to any more Beastx units. Finally found a manual from Align that comprehensively explains how to set up the system. Emailed Beastx numerous times with zero resoibe. Needed support for a FC6250. Got online via chat with Horizon Hobby and had my issue resolved within a couple minutes.
Enjoyed your videos I just built my t Rex 550 dominator today everything went together good watch your videos just a back up directions are great and do a couple things different and it worked out great waiting for my receiver and GPS controller to come in and get it out flying thanks for your help
Seems like too much of a problem. I think I'll just get a different FBL Maybe a FBL with integrated receiver like the beast X. I have the Align TB40 and building it now, this was a great video thanks. Just need a receiver to work with an fbl
Was watching your video again for the second time. I really enjoy the way you have explained everything. My Avistar is also sitting on a Robart stand. It brand new and im going with a glow engine. A Saito 62, hoping that will he enough power. So today ive put the 4th and final coat of polyurethane varnish on the both sides of the engine firewall and tank bay. I do this with all my glow planes and it does go someway to help fuel proof them. We are similar in that i also have a trimmed out flight first before the actual maiden flight. I think that is a very good idea. On most of my glow planes i do epoxy the wings together. But on the Avistar i might just do like you and keep them separate for assembly at the field. The multiservo connector you have for the wing and flap servos, i also have some of the same , but ive only ever used them once and that is in my big electric Eflite T28 Trojan. I still have that plane and they are very handy indeed for connecting quickly. So as im going to also instal the flap servos as well i will used another one of these connectors as they are indeed convenient. Great video and thanks again for sharing it. Im looking forward to getting this plane together and flying it. I hope you are still enjoying your Avistar.
Hey quick question is there any way to adjust the motor pinion and main gear mesh? I purchased this heli used and the main gear has a ton of back lash. Looking at the motor plate I can’t see anywhere to allow for and aft movement of the motor
I decided to go ahead and buy the Avistar Elite. My postman delivered it yesterday. Im going to power it with a Saito 72 that has been in its box for nearly three years. I think this engine should be a good match for the Avistar Elite. I like the colour scheme and im looking forward to assembling it. Im just wondering will the flaps help to slow it down for landings?
One tip…put larger wheels on it, to get the prop away from the ground. You’re going really enjoy it, it’s a great aircraft and a great value! Congratulations
Thanks. I've changed my mind about the Saito 72 as it won't fit the engine mount and would mean having to drill more holes in the firewall. But what I do have is a slightly less powered Saito 62 at 10cc which fits the engine mount perfectly. I just hope it won't struggle to get off the ground. Yes, I have bought new bigger wheels for the Avistar. Instead of a smaller wheel at the front, I was going to keep them all the same size. What do you think? Kind regards.
Why are you worried about a perfect level on a rescue feature? If I need to use bailout all I care about is that the heli is upright and heading away from the dirt.
Rescue locks to where the FBL initializes…it’s best to let the FBL initialize on a level surface anyway. I’ve seen issues when it was crooked on my tailgate…it’s ugly.
Lovely plane and great video. I really enjoyed watching it. Very well explained too. I love Great Planes model aircraft. They are so well built and covered and they use good quality wood in the construction. I have two of their planes ive had for years and they are still flying as good as the day i bought them and thats over ten years ago. . An Escapade 61 and a Cherokee 40. Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas.
Thank you…at some point we each have our own set-up and fine touches so I hope the video shows off these great products and inspire others in the hobby. Merry Christmas to you as well!
One of the most informative videos I've watched so far...I'm a total (Helicopter) beginner with much to learn and this one has been very helpful. Thanks
Thank you. It was a struggle getting to this level of the hobby and I hope my content helps others. My best advice to you is work your way up in size…each level will teach and challenge you…if you want to advance faster, a simulator is the ticket…they each have their ups and downs😂…get one that’s readily available and go to town. If your meticulous with your maintenance and willing to work at it…it can be a great hobby. Thanks for checking out the channel!
I'm currently building this model and was going to put a G51 super tiger glow engine but this video has me thinking I'll do it electric now at least to get it in the air and trimmed out!
i typed you name on FB and there are a lot of people name Kevin Zenner. i have a question. i just transition from futaba to spektrum. i purchased the ix14 radioand smart esc and smart CF6250HX flight controller w/ SRXL2 Receiver. horizon hobby tech told me that i would not be able to get telemetry with my microbeast. because the SRXL2 receiver had to be connected TO THE BEASTX. i guess they were lying to me
I am trying to replace my Oxy2's main grips with Align 300''s grips because Oxy2's grips recently have a batch of mixed-up thrust bearing where they put the outer disk of the thrust bearing on the inner side and inner disk on the outer side. The radial bearing itself ended up bearing the thrust of centrifugal force because the disk is not tight enough to stop the sinking inner tube of the radial bearing. I am not sure about Lynx's commitment to continue the Oxy2 product after COVID disruption. I can not use Align 250's main grips because they don't have thrust bearing and the wear with each hard landing is noticeable. I don't know if Align 300's main grips have thrust bearing either, but I placed an order anyway. Wish me luck. I do FPV city diving with 250-gram heli and it needs very high precision/consistency parts.
I’m going to have to do with my 300 or something…can’t bring myself to do with my prized 550X. I know it’s not the greatest heli ever made or anything but it’s honestly my favorite helicopter.
You have to add some negative pitch when you loop, looks like you just looped BUT added ZERO NEGATIVE PITCH! I thought you were going IN on your very first loop.
Hello this question might be a little off but could you tell me if all the spare parts for this heli is a available on align website?seems like spare parts are not completely available
This is exactly my issue. BUT. big but. I'm running an 8020t. And I want to use the internal governor on a nitro. Based on your discovery. It's not possible. As the plug for the Srxl2 is where you plug in the darn governor sensor. This is a joke. I'm kinda pissed. Thank you for your video. As you did confirm exactly my problem. But it still doesn't fix my issue one nitro. I have a microbeast2. And when you check the firmware update. Its stating it's an ultra. When it's not. I have had the 700 on my bench for months as well. 😢
Great question, honestly I didn’t realize the batteries had the different shape…they are similar cell and mah. This isn’t typically an issue but with the confined size and design of this particular helicopter it requires a little modification. After modifying the canopy a little the batteries do fit fine. Thanks for checking out the channel!
The crazy bit is that gull wasn't cut just once. That was two or three blades chopping it apart. It's legit impossible to fathom how fast a helo's rotor spins.
Fork is in the canal which the same seagul covered it for them to erect the pallet so the saw hammer and fork can remain hidden under the square pallet which are all in the canal 😭 And the tosser blew up the helicopter 😭
@@rcflightz2058 thanks, I've been offered a cheape older castle creations but I've just bought the spektrum flybarless unit and I'm also on the dx9 so I'm tempted to try that ESC!
@@rcflightz2058 OK cool it rescue sideways 👍🏾 I just bought a old Goblin 700 With a Ikon2 inside. I'm still learning so there will be times I need rescue from any position. I have a vbar neo I might swapped it out for😇 Thanks for responding
Your controller will only make mechanical corrections to aircraft attitude based on what it is programmed for. So level and rate of climb is a users preference.
